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New hybrid front bumper

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by kaijac03, Feb 16, 2021.

  1. Feb 16, 2021 at 5:37 AM
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    kaijac03

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  2. Feb 16, 2021 at 5:40 AM
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  3. Feb 16, 2021 at 6:04 AM
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    Really sexy indeed
     
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    Their products (well TNF's products) are very solid. Simple/clean design, functional, good approach angle. Loved mine on my old 4runner
     
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  5. Apr 13, 2022 at 5:04 AM
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    That looks great. Placed an order for one. Now to await. How are you liking it still?




     
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  6. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:33 AM
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    I love it. Great clearance, and very strong. I have installed some lights and a winch since making this post. Everything lines up perfectly and provides enough space to get everything in the right place.


     
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  7. Apr 13, 2022 at 6:34 AM
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    You will love this bumper. Did you get the welded version? Powder coat?
     
  8. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:12 AM
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    That looks sick. I did order a welded one. Bare metal. Got someone lined up with powder coating that I used before.
    Love how it looks on yours sir.


     
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  9. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:15 AM
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    Nice Bumper! I was able to shape some fender liner/debris deflectors out of an old plastic trash can. I like the way it worked out on my set up. Yours looks great as is.

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  10. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:17 AM
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    You got a picture of yours?





     
  11. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:22 AM
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    Work in progress...
    This is right after I fitted the "liners" on. The bottom is from a couple weeks back.

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  12. Apr 13, 2022 at 7:26 AM
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    Very nice. Love the setup.
     
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  13. Apr 13, 2022 at 1:52 PM
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    Meant to ask what size lift do you have ? Tire size? And what winch under there ?





    QUOTE="kaijac03, post: 27187232, member: 139260"]I love it. Great clearance, and very strong. I have installed some lights and a winch since making this post. Everything lines up perfectly and provides enough space to get everything in the right place.


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  14. Apr 13, 2022 at 3:22 PM
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    You can find the details in my build thread. I think the lift is between 2” and 3”. The tires are 33”. The winch is a Warn VR Evo 12k Synthetic.
     
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    half plate, and half tube bumper. Makes it slightly lighter.
     
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    I’m new to the Tacomaverse, so forgive me if this seems like a stupid question. What are y’all doing in regards for skid plates? Do these bumpers interface with any skid plate, or do I need to plan on using SRQ’s?

    also, are you guys bead blasting or just spray painting?
     
  17. Apr 19, 2022 at 1:09 PM
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    Most bumpers and skids do not interact with each other, as such you can run different skids and bumper combinations. For example I run Mobtown Offroad skids, and SRQ Fab / True North Fab front bumper.

    In regards to painting the armor you can do what ever you prefer. Most spray paint or get them powder coated.
     
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  18. Apr 19, 2022 at 4:17 PM
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    Like mentioned already, they do not interfere as far as I know. I got Caliraised skid plates. I am still awaiting on my bumper from SRQ. I had my friend powder coat my stuff.
    At times it is cheaper to just get it powder coated via the vendor.
     
  19. Apr 19, 2022 at 5:34 PM
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    I suppose I’ll have to do a comparison of powder coat vs spray paint. I’m able to weld it myself so I’d love to save money doing it that way.
     
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