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what guard do you like

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by vtragweed, Dec 3, 2008.

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what guard do the people prefer

Poll closed Dec 8, 2008.

  1. brush guard

    19 vote(s)
    14.8%

  2. bull bar

    27 vote(s)
    21.1%

  3. bumper light bar ( I know its not a guard but whatever)

    21 vote(s)
    16.4%

  4. steel bumper

    44 vote(s)
    34.4%

  5. no guard, keep front plain

    17 vote(s)
    13.3%
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  1. Dec 5, 2008 at 6:55 PM
    #41
    vivafire

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    Just Amber LED turn signal lights for now
    I like the steel bumber from ARB, with that much steel in front and if you have a lift on your truck I think it would imtimidated someone if they seen that in there rear view mirror!
     
    vivafire, Dec 5, 2008
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  2. Dec 6, 2008 at 8:32 AM
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    kai38`

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    I like the ARB but after having 2 Land Cruiser with ARBs the front end sagged after awhile from the weight. I want lights up front but dont really like any other bars. I went with lights in the grill for a cleaner look.
    [​IMG]
     
    kai38`, Dec 6, 2008
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  3. Dec 6, 2008 at 9:02 AM
    #43
    DJ_Taco

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    First let me say I am not trying to bash anyone here.

    If you are buying a bull bar, brushguard, or anything of the sort to protect you from a crash....NOT GOING TO HELP. Those things are designed for just as they are called BRUSHguard. To protect the front of your vehicle from sticks and things that can bust you lights, stick in your radiator, ect. NOT FOR CRASHING.

    I like the look of the bull bar and thats just the reason I have it. The look!

    If you want protection from a crash. FULL STEEL BUMPER.

    Just my opinion take it or leave.
     
    DJ_Taco, Dec 6, 2008
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  4. Dec 6, 2008 at 10:24 AM
    #44
    JimBeam

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    only expect protection for the truck in a crash with full steel bumpers...because theyre designed for rocks and offroad encountered obstacles, theyre not designed to crumple and absorb energy like OEM bumpers are...because of this you will feel the full impact of the crash when another car hits you or you hit another car...the same for the car that hits you...because of fewer crumple zones etc more energy is transferred to the bodies inside the vehicle...
     
    JimBeam, Dec 6, 2008
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  5. Dec 6, 2008 at 7:36 PM
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    40204ever

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    I vote brushguard. I live where you need it, in the brush. It is more valuable to push cows and will protect your parking lamps when the cows kick back.
     
    40204ever, Dec 6, 2008
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  6. Dec 7, 2008 at 9:00 AM
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    JimBeam

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    i'd trust my ARB over a brushguard any day pushing something like a cow
     
    JimBeam, Dec 7, 2008
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  7. Dec 8, 2008 at 8:35 AM
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    tarheelfan_08

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    Chrome Grill, Chrome accessories(door handles and mirror covers), LEER Super White Cover, Mirrors with Turn Signals, Window Vent Visors, Step Rails, WeatherTech Digital Floor Mats, Mini Maglight Holder, Chrome Bull Bar
    It all also depends on the color of truck, what other accessories, and your needs!
     
    tarheelfan_08, Dec 8, 2008
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