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Bull Bars R US

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Oxian, Oct 16, 2007.

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  1. Oct 26, 2007 at 2:05 PM
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    rhoppas

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    Here are some better pictures Adam. I also took a close-up of the way it is mounted. They are in my photo gallery also. It is an easy install.

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    rhoppas, Oct 26, 2007
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  2. Jan 13, 2008 at 1:57 PM
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    Very very nice!...I unfortunatlly live in a state also that requires front plates!..I need a list of states that dont care if you have a frontplate!
     
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  3. Jan 13, 2008 at 2:51 PM
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    i have a chrome aries, you can see pics in my gallery
     
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  4. Jan 14, 2008 at 7:40 AM
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    Does any one knows if a Tacoma owner has an ARB bumper installed?

    Regards.
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  5. Jan 21, 2008 at 11:51 PM
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    Just curious, as I'm looking for accessories.

    What is the purpose of the bull bar?

    I didn't hear pros and cons of them.

    Doesn't this elongate the front of truck and make the approach and descent angles less?
     
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  6. Jan 22, 2008 at 6:55 AM
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    I suspect your assumption would be correct. It is not an issue for me. I think they are primarily for show. They are good for mounting additional lights.
     
    rhoppas, Jan 22, 2008
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  7. Jan 22, 2008 at 7:00 AM
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    i second that, for show... big stainless bar are the front, l think gives it a more agressive look, and yep! great place to add lights :D
     
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  8. Jan 22, 2008 at 11:10 AM
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    I like the black Westin the best. I'm not much of a chrome person. I know it's not a brush guard, but I really like the KC (I think) light bar the best. It's simple and has 4 tabs. I'm pushing room as it is with a LB DC so I'm debating on getting one since I only have 1 foot left in my garage before I run into the work bench when I park!
     
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  9. Jan 22, 2008 at 12:04 PM
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    I know what you mean about garage space. I would have to re-arrange my garage to get my taco in there. I tried it once. Double cab with a bull bar is getting pretty long even without the long bed. This is the first vehicle I have owned that I could not get in the garage, as is. I plan to re-organize the garage this spring to make room.
     
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  10. Jan 22, 2008 at 12:05 PM
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    Most are mainly for appearance and you'll find that they do tend to negatively affect the approach angle. They're a good place to mount lights if you're looking for improved illumination beyond an HID conversion.

    For my build I'm going the custom route for strength and to address the approach angle issue. I cut the lower bumper so I can run the tubes up and follow the existing lines of the truck. One thing to consider in taking this approach is that it's a good idea to include some holes in any skidplate covering that area so the radiator gets adequate airflow. The tubes will be coming as high as the grill and I plan on running support tubes through the nostrils in the grill for added support in the event of a crash.

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    Meh. It's getting there.
     
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  11. Jan 22, 2008 at 2:21 PM
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    I remember seeing it in the gallery, but I don't know his name.
     
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  12. Jan 22, 2008 at 2:25 PM
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  13. Jan 22, 2008 at 2:30 PM
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  14. Jan 22, 2008 at 4:10 PM
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    custom flame paint job, westin bull bar, something like 13 cupholders LOL, multimedia in thought/planning stage
    this is my third tacoma the 06 now, i have had the chrome with skid plate westin bull bar and westin step bars on all lof them. i have become a believer of just buy the best quality once for a little more and know you dont have to worry again. they never rusted or pitted or discolored. fit was always perfect and instructions and warranty clear and concise.
     
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  15. Jan 24, 2008 at 8:59 AM
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    Nice lookin' truck. I like!



    -Hayley


    "Yes I am a girl with a 07 supercharged tacoma, bring it on nissan boy"
     
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  16. Jan 24, 2008 at 9:02 AM
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    How YOU doin'? ;)
     
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  17. Jan 24, 2008 at 9:23 AM
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    haha..awesome...How U doin'? ;)



    -Hayley


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  18. Mar 21, 2008 at 1:07 PM
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    Just wanted to Update this one....

    I got a Westin cause of the bigger piping... Thought it would look better. And Black to add to the black in the headlights, pics on profile
     
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  19. Mar 21, 2008 at 1:37 PM
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    I forgot about this thread! Here's what I was talking about when I mentioned cutting the lower front bumper and not affecting the approach angle:

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    I was looking for something beefy and functional that wouldn't hang any lower than the stock bumper already does. A skidplate will be mounted on there one of these weeks...
     
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  20. Mar 21, 2008 at 1:39 PM
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    HOLY CRAP!!!! I can even imagine!!! You could probably get cancer from standing infront of it!

    I LIKE IT!!!
     
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