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3rd gen hybrid front bumper and sliders, Billy was awesome to work with can't wait to continue with the rear bumper as well

 

Thanks for this! Place I took my bumper too PC the swivel after asking them not to. Currently trying to take the PC off and wasn’t sure if the bottom bearing goes to the base of that swivel. So far I got it about 75% down. Looks like I’m going home to sand some more.
They also painted the inside of the Swing out where the bearing go, hope that doesn’t pose a problem…?

 

Can anyone recommend a compatible flip up license plate holder for the high clearance rear bumper? The Pilot FLP001 that I see others used isn't available anymore. I did install this one temporarily -

$22 AMOPA 1pc Durable Steel Black 7'' (18cm) Mounting Space Flip-Up Hawse Fairlead License Plate Holder for Vehicles 8mm Mounting Hole and Mounting Screw Kit, Flip-Up 7'' (18cm) Hawse Fairlead

https://www.amazon.com/AMOPA-Stainless-Flip-Up-Fairlead-Mounted/dp/B09Q7VYF4Y?crid=2ZYKLDTEXKXJK but it doesn't have clearance to flip up all the way.

 

I haven't seen any that flip 180. FWIW I have one and it hasn't been an issue for me. You're not often nosed down and winching up unless you're stuck in a bog hole or something. I figured if it's ever hindering a recovery I would just bend the license plate out of the way or take a minute and take it off

 

After trying a few different flip up license plate holders, none of which were to my satisfaction, I decided to go the route a fellow member did, and will be sticking on some strong magnets to the back of my plate with some automotive tape, and using the magnets to mount. then I can just move it elsewhere on my bumper when I need the hitch.

 

That's definitely one route I hadn't considered. I have a backup camera integrated into my license plate holder, so it's a little harder to relocate due to the cord. Luckily I don't have an immediate need for the hitch, but it bugs me that I don't have a ready solution.

 

Has anyone with a 3rd gen figured out a way to stabilize the front grill area? It rattles around like crazy and kinda drives me nuts. Before I try to figure something else out on my own I wanted to see if others had already done it.

 

I'll be installing a high clearance rear on my 2nd gen in 2 weeks. What does everyone use for trim to cover the bottom edge of the fender after cutting it?

 

Different bumper but this is what I used Edge Trim Black Small, Fits Edge...

$6 Edge Trim Black Small, Fits Edge 1/16 to 1/8", Length 10 Feet (3.05 Meter)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M8MAOLI?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

 

Anybody need some BF shovel/axe mounts?

 

i'm rawdogging it on my truck. have been for the last 2 years, no issues. but I'm also in SoCal where rust is barely a concern.

i've heard from some people that edge trim can trap moisture and propagate rust. which would be a concern for me in this location, since it would be installed on raw metal.

 

Also rawdogging it. Billy recommended against using edge trim for the reasons mentioned above. I'd meant to paint the exposed metal, but never got around to it.

 

I picked up this brute force fab 2nd gen Tacoma bumper off marketplace this summer and wasn’t sure if the swingout was original or not. I think this bumper is from 2014 based off the stickers. Does anyone have any pictures or information about the swingout or bumper?

 

Does anyone know what size trailer bearings are needed to rebuild the swingout? As well as what are all the bearings and rubber o rings that are needed?

 

Summit Machine makes the Brute Force swingout parts or at least they did for my 3rd gen high clearance single swingout rear that I bought back in November 2018.

You can order on the website directly with links below or you can reach Julene Judd the owner at julene@summitmachine.com and she can send you an invoice depending on the parts you need.

Full kit

• Spare tire hinge kit
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-hinge-kit

Rebuild parts depending on what you need:

• Spindle is welded onto the bumper by Brute Force
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-spindle-only
• Hub - part # SM-STCH-100
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-hub-only
• Cap - part #: SM-STCH-102
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-cap-only
• O-ring - part #: SM-STCH-107
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-o-ring-only
• Seal - part #: SM-STCH-104
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-seal-only
• Flat washer - part #: SM-STCH-105
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-flat-washer-only
• Nylock nut - part #: SM-STCH-106
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-nut-only
• 2x bearings - part #: SM-STCH-103
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-carrier-single-bearing-only

If you want to run the bumper without the swingout, they also sell the following to cover/protect the spindle:

• Spare Tire Carrier Hinge Kit Cover (includes cap, body and 2x o-ring's): part # SM-STCH-CVR
  • https://summitmachine.com/spare-tire-hinge-kit-cover/

Here's an overview of the parts you need to rebuild the swingout:

 

Thanks gotta figure out The dimensions of the bearings because there are two different sizes on my bumper I believe my bumper is a 2014 build.