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Strongest bumper for winching?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by westhumboldt, Dec 7, 2014.

  1. Dec 7, 2014 at 6:49 PM
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    westhumboldt

    westhumboldt [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I am looking at the relentless front bumper. Curious on peoples thoughts about strength and weight with different bumpers?
     
  2. Dec 9, 2014 at 6:31 PM
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    Huntn57

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    arbs are great. butt..... they also weigh alot just the bumber its self and added winch is going to add more weigh. beefer shocks would help a lot. me persnally i wouldnt add all that weightto stock shocks
     
  3. Dec 9, 2014 at 7:51 PM
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    License2Ill

    License2Ill Woke like a Coma Toyota Tacoma

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    Be aware that even with a great bumper and a winch on it your frame won't be able to take the abuse if you winch in semi-extreme pulls.

    Look into doing the "end cap mod" before installing a plate bumper and winch.
     

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