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Brush guard with lights install

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by LonghornTaco, Oct 16, 2008.

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  1. Oct 18, 2008 at 6:46 PM
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    Taco's for All

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    How much weight did the brush guard add to the front of of the truck? I'm interested in getting one myself but I want to keep my truck level and can't afford doing a lift just yet. Did you notice a significant drop in the front end after you or anyone else that may have a similar set up installed it?
     
    Taco's for All, Oct 18, 2008
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  2. Oct 18, 2008 at 7:21 PM
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    LonghornTaco

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    LonghornTaco [OP] Can you pass the bailout please?

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    Amazon says it's just over 90 pounds. I don't think you have much to worry about the brush guard dragging down your front end.
     
    LonghornTaco, Oct 18, 2008
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  3. Oct 19, 2008 at 5:15 PM
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    Jason: Did you plugs in the lights yet? The weekend is almost over and I've been up drinking Starbucks just to see the lights on! Shine some light on me. :D
     
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  4. Oct 19, 2008 at 5:35 PM
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    you need more lights.
     
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  5. Oct 19, 2008 at 5:41 PM
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    LonghornTaco

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    LonghornTaco [OP] Can you pass the bailout please?

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    They are hooked up, but haven't taken pics yet. I'll see if I can get outside and get some decent shots...

    I'm already pushing the limit on Minnesota state law, so I need to stop here... :)
     
    LonghornTaco, Oct 19, 2008
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  6. Oct 22, 2008 at 7:58 PM
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    Great rugged look. On my 3" lift I chose to add 32" 285/70-16 m&s Dakota's with protech alloy's. I found I had to cut the front bottom of the front fender shroud because it would rub when backing up, But it's just plastic and will add more air to your brakes. It's nice pulling up to another truck without it all and smiling down with a wave. Enjoy.
     
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  7. Dec 21, 2008 at 12:46 PM
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    I'm about to do this install myself, I was looking underneath my Tacoma and wondering exactly where the mounts will go, as it didn't come with the instructions. Do you happen to have a pic of the mounting spot? Thanks, Pat
     
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  8. Dec 21, 2008 at 12:54 PM
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    LonghornTaco [OP] Can you pass the bailout please?

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    I'm working right now, but I'll take some pics of the mounting spots, but there are basically three bolts already in place that you will use for the mounting brackets.

    Oh and a tip, the instructions tell you to remove the tow hook and discard it because it won't fit with the brush guard... Agreed, you need to remove it to do the install, but I was able to put it back and it fit just fine...
     
    LonghornTaco, Dec 21, 2008
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  9. Dec 21, 2008 at 4:57 PM
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    Very cool. I'm planning on installing it tomorrow afternoon. Thanks for your help, and BTW, your truck looks great.

    Pat
     
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  10. Dec 21, 2008 at 5:21 PM
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    Looks great keep it up
     
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  11. May 18, 2010 at 9:32 PM
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    Hey i was thinking of putting a brush guard on my truck but i wasnt sure what to get. but i like the brush guard you installed on yours so i was wondering the name of the brush guard you bought. ive looked around but they look weird for some reason i dunno maybe its just me. answer back if you can thanks.
     
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