ARB Bumper?

I've had ARB bumpers on my two previous trucks and the one on my '13 certainly saved my bacon in my head on crash (grumbles).

I don't see myself getting the newest one though, simply because you have to cut SO much to make it fit. With my 93, it just bolted on. My 2013 you had to cut the stock bumper cover, which was fine since I purchased a cheap replacement cover and hacked that rather than cutting up my OEM stuff. The 16+ you have to cut the bumper, grille and flares. I'd like to have the ability to return back if need be and that's just too many replacement parts to purchase if need be, especially since the grill surround is painted body color.

I am also not a fan of how far they stick out now. My '13 certainly stuck out a bunch, but it seems like they're even further now. They do look MUCH better painted, but I feel like that defeats the purpose of having them. I always thought the basic black gave it the ability to take some bumps and bruises without looking too banged up. What do I know, though.

 

I'd love the bumper but it sticks out so freaking far so it's a no bueno for me

 

I agree with all the above. Too big for my liking

 

I think the weight is about 170 lbs? -meaning a likely suspension mod.

 

Most definitely, especially if you add a winch.

 

C4 Fabrication makes a direct bolt on replacement, doesn't stick out too far.. the ARB looks like it's got a fat lip...

 

You dick! This picture came up in a Google search and I got REALLY excited. Thought maybe ARB changed the design or something. LOL. Ok, sorry about the name-calling!! LOL

 

I'm thinking about buying an ARB for the Land Cruiser 80 series and modify it for the 3rd gen. Hate how far the current arb sticks out so grossly! UGH!!! WHY ARB!!

 

I ended up with a CBI T3 full hoop. I couldn't be happier.. doesn't stick out like the ARB at all.

 

Yeah, I may go with a T3, or thinking of a Relentless Fabrication bumper, saw they're doing a few Black Friday sales here https://tacomabumper.com/tacoma-bumper-deals-coupon-codes/. But not sure if I like them either... I feel like there's gotta be that "perfect one" I'm sure I'm just picky about bumpers... lol..

Actually this new brute force fab one looks really good also seen the pics here https://tacomabumper.com/brute-force-fab-coupon-codes/

I still have a few hours before Black Friday starts and ends so let the decision making begin!

 

I'm sure you'll be happy either way, after I put my CBI on, I found myself breaking my neck at my own truck.. and looking back a bunch of times when I was walking away in the parking lot..

 

I love the Arb bumper have one on my tj and had one on my 02 Tacoma

 

Bumping this thread to add pics. Looks like they updated the powder coat. QC Approval stickers 04-2019

 

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And KC lights.

 

2 year old post, first result on google: https://www.arbusa.com/toyota-tacoma-2016-on/bumpers-protection-equipment/arb-recovery-points/

OA

 

I just re used the stock TRD tow point. All it needed was a little polishing on the die grinder in order for all the clearances to work.

 

Yes I am and I love it. The install was pretty straightforward, just time consuming. You do have to cut the stock bumper and grille.

 

ARB is the path

 

Looks great! Could we get a side profile picture please!!