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Taking off rear bumper?

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by jw1983, Sep 9, 2013.

  1. Sep 9, 2013 at 2:11 PM
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    jw1983

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    Hey everyone!
    I had gotten some Plasti Dip between the truck and bumper when I had done my last dip project. It's thick enough to where it will peel off but I can't get between the space of the truck and right at the back of the bumper. I was wondering how easy it is to take off the back bumper?

    Any help would be appreciated, thanks!
     
  2. Sep 9, 2013 at 3:05 PM
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    buzhazzard

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    I took mine off when I installed the new bumper and it was quite easy. Just make sure you have another person to help with the lifting.
     
  3. Sep 9, 2013 at 3:12 PM
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    Really easy, 4 - 17mm bolts going into your tow hitch ( or frame if you don't have one ) and 2 under the round caps below your license plate ( also through hitch of you have one ) if the bumper fits really tight between the hitch plates losen all the bolts so it will flex a bit for you. It can take a few hip checks to get it back on if you have a hitch. Run some painters tape around the edges of your bumper and the body so as you take it off and put it back on it will decrease the chances of scratching anything.
     
  4. Sep 9, 2013 at 6:37 PM
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    Thanks for the help you two. Yeah I do have a hitch so I figured it was going to be a more pain in the ass. I guess I am going to have to hurry since winter is coming. :)

    If anyone else has any hints, tricks etc. Please post.
     
  5. Jun 11, 2016 at 1:05 PM
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    mopedal

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    Is this the same for a 2016 sport?
     
  6. Jun 11, 2016 at 1:16 PM
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    Just loosen the bolts and let it swing down. I'd think that would give room to work. Use a floor jack and a bit of lumber to reposition.
     

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