1. Welcome to Tacoma World!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics
    • Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site
    Quick Links: Cabin Air Filter Replacement Any weather strip recommendations to keep bed dry with Tonneau on Blind Spot Mirrors Recommended Lift Kit, Wheel, and Tire Brands Air Compressors: Pumping up the tires after Off-Roading Velcro

Front bumper flare

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by YHanna, Mar 27, 2018.

  1. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:35 PM
    #1
    YHanna

    #1
    YHanna [OP] It’s just a street princess

    Joined:
    Mar 27, 2018
    Member:
    #248584
    Messages:
    5
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Youssef
    Orange County, CA
    Vehicle:
    2017 Silver Tacoma SR5
    TRD Pro Grill Bilstien 5100’s at the tallest setting with stock coils in the front, and 2in block in the rear. 33” BFG KO2’s on 17” Method Grids in Titanium
    Sup guys,

    I’m new here so be gentle. The answer to the question may be out there already but I’m honestly not sure what this part is actually called.

    So I removed the lower front bumper flare thing. Does it serve any purpose on the care and does removing it pose any potential issues?

    Thanks!

    F9110193-88E8-441B-A759-103BF6FB9A12.jpg
    35E9291D-F2C5-4A63-B7C1-D49E550523F7.jpg
     
    YHanna, Mar 27, 2018
    #1
    ChadsPride likes this.
  2. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:37 PM
    #2
    bangin4WV

    #2
    bangin4WV Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 18, 2016
    Member:
    #181659
    Messages:
    351
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Rocky
    WV.
    Vehicle:
    2016 SR5 2.7 MGM ACLB
    33s/sliders
    Do not drive your truck with this piece removed!
     
    bangin4WV, Mar 27, 2018
    #2
    MGMTaco17, Tehkoema, YHanna[OP] and 3 others like this.
  3. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:39 PM
    #3
    e6400ultra

    #3
    e6400ultra Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Feb 4, 2018
    Member:
    #243450
    Messages:
    2,167
    Gender:
    Male
    NorCal
    Vehicle:
    2017 SR AC 4x4 MT 2.7L
    It risks making the truck look better and negligible MPG loss.
     
    e6400ultra, Mar 27, 2018
    #3
    YHanna[QUOTED][OP] likes this.
  4. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:40 PM
    #4
    SR5 BRI

    #4
    SR5 BRI Brian Good Sport

    Joined:
    Dec 29, 2015
    Member:
    #173454
    Messages:
    1,435
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Brian
    Albany n.y.
    Vehicle:
    2023 Sport Quadcab
    Alot
    BE NICE ! Only affects mileage on highway a bit.
     
    SR5 BRI, Mar 27, 2018
    #4
    YHanna[OP] likes this.
  5. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:42 PM
    #5
    K-Bear

    #5
    K-Bear Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 7, 2018
    Member:
    #240524
    Messages:
    174
    Gender:
    Female
    Vehicle:
    2017 Inferno DCSB TRD OR
    Lol it makes the trucks more “fuel efficient.” Hence why the sport gets better fuel economy than an off road (at least according to the sticker)
     
    Last edited: Mar 27, 2018
    K-Bear, Mar 27, 2018
    #5
    YHanna[OP] likes this.
  6. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:42 PM
    #6
    SealBeachTaco

    #6
    SealBeachTaco Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 13, 2018
    Member:
    #241180
    Messages:
    61
    First Name:
    Chris
    Seal Beach, CA
    Vehicle:
    2017 TRD Sport DCSB
    The only proper way to welcome someone to TW is to list the fifty ways that you did the OP's mom.
     
    SealBeachTaco, Mar 27, 2018
    #6
    YHanna[OP] likes this.
  7. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:43 PM
    #7
    Argo98

    #7
    Argo98 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 23, 2017
    Member:
    #208355
    Messages:
    753
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Argo
    Vehicle:
    2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD-Sport 4x4
    Rough Country 3" spacer lift w/ shocks 285 KO2's wrapped around 16' ProComp Series 7069 Misc. bibbidybob lights
    @bangin4WV is just playing... Literally everyone (myself included) has taken em off... All it does is reduce drag increasing your MPG by 1-2 miles... Other than that it also serves a undisclosed purpose of catching on things only to get ripped off. Short story short, like a mother in-law... your fine and better off without it
     
    Argo98, Mar 27, 2018
    #7
    bangin4WV, YHanna[OP] and Julian like this.
  8. Mar 27, 2018 at 2:49 PM
    #8
    Dacon

    #8
    Dacon 2017 Tacoma TRD PRO Quikrete

    Joined:
    Dec 20, 2016
    Member:
    #205354
    Messages:
    2,932
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Danny
    Gilbert, Arizona.
    Vehicle:
    2017 TRD PRO DCSB. DOP 02.20.2017
    TRD PRO Cement 2017 TRD CAI and AFE Magnum Flow Dry Air Filter Camburg KINETIK Series Billet UCA Icon LCA skid plates Icon Coilover extended travel shocks with 700# springs Icon 2" rear shocks Icon RXT leaf springs full pack (new rims and tires soon)
    Will will be gentle....
    Capture.jpg
     
    Dacon, Mar 27, 2018
    #8
    MGMTaco17, LukeCC, SealBeachTaco and 1 other person like this.
  9. Mar 27, 2018 at 3:02 PM
    #9
    Tehkoema

    #9
    Tehkoema Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jan 10, 2018
    Member:
    #240887
    Messages:
    1,428
    Gender:
    Male
    Ottawa, ON
    Vehicle:
    2024 TRD Sport 6MT
    Did you seriously just remove the frontal anti-drag Toyota Racing Development special polymer spoiler?
     
    Tehkoema, Mar 27, 2018
    #9
    Dirty Harry and YHanna[OP] like this.
  10. Mar 27, 2018 at 3:07 PM
    #10
    YHanna

    #10
    YHanna [OP] It’s just a street princess

    Joined:
    Mar 27, 2018
    Member:
    #248584
    Messages:
    5
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Youssef
    Orange County, CA
    Vehicle:
    2017 Silver Tacoma SR5
    TRD Pro Grill Bilstien 5100’s at the tallest setting with stock coils in the front, and 2in block in the rear. 33” BFG KO2’s on 17” Method Grids in Titanium
    Haha awesome, thanks guys
     
    YHanna, Mar 27, 2018
    #10
  11. Mar 27, 2018 at 3:08 PM
    #11
    LukeCC

    #11
    LukeCC Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Mar 13, 2017
    Member:
    #213229
    Messages:
    2,445
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Luke
    Southern California (East County)
    Vehicle:
    2002 LT DCSB
    :popcorn:
     
    LukeCC, Mar 27, 2018
    #11

Products Discussed in

Mobil 1 104361 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart (Pack of 2)
$27.50
Toyota AC Refresher KIT
$40.11
Toyota Genuine Transfer Case Gear Oil LF 75W 1 Litre 08885-81080
$95.80
Fox 2.0 Performance Coil-Over Front Pair compatible with 2005-2016 Toyota Tacoma
$1,022.08
Air Intake Snorkel Kit Fit For 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma With 4L Right Petrol intake air snorkel kit high performance system compatible kit Replacement black Rotational Molding (2005-2015)
$73.00
Mini ANL 40 Amp Fuse For Automotive Marine Audio Video System Electronics Fuse 3 Pack (40A)
$6.99
Tesa 51608 Black Fuzzy Fleece Interior Wire Loom Harness Tape for VW, Audi, Mercedes, BMW 19 mm X 15 meters
$7.90
PHILTOP Cabin Air Filter with Activated Carbon, CF10374 Cabin Filter Replacement for Toyota Tacoma (2005-2021)/Dodge Dart (2013-2016)/Pontiac Vibe (2003-2008)
$9.52
M6 Black Acorn Cap Nuts, Stainless Steel 304 (18-8) Black Coating Acorn Nuts, 20Pcs-Pack
$8.49
LEXIVON 5/8" Swivel Magnetic Spark Plug Socket, 3/8" Drive x 10" Total Length | Enhanced Magnetic Design with Thin Wall Socket, Cr-v Steel (LX-122)
$14.97
XPEL Door Edge Guard Protection Film Roll, 3/8" x 12' - Car or Truck Doors, Protective Barrier Against Minor Scratches, Paint Chips, Door Edge Impact, and Dings - Prevents Damage and Possible Rust
$11.32
JDMCAR Center Console Organizer Tray Compatible with Toyota Tacoma Accessories 2016-2022 2023, Armrest Insert Container ABS Material Secondary Storage Box
$15.99
EDBETOS Center Console Accessory Organizer Compatible with Toyota Tacoma 2016-2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 ABS Material Armrest Box Insert Tray (Black Trim)
$10.74
EDBETOS Center Console Organizer Insert Dividers Compatible with Toyota Tacoma 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 3rd Gen Tacoma Accessories Armrest Interlock Secondary Storage ABS Material
$10.67
GOOACC - GRC-33 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car Plastic Rivets Fasteners Push Retainer Kit Most Popular Sizes Auto Push Pin Rivets Set -Door Trim Panel Fender Clips for GM Ford Toyota Honda Chrysler
$10.92
Toyota Genuine Parts - Seal, Type T Oil (90311-47027)
$12.97
DEI Boom Mat Damping Spray | Spray-On Sound Deadener for Cars | Eliminate Road Noise | Dampen Vibrations | Enhance Car Audio | Covers 20 Sq Ft
$21.99
Spicer 5-153X U-Joint - Individual
$23.99
Red Line 50604 MT-LV 70W/75W GL-4 High-Performance Full Synthetic Gear Oil Lubricant for Manual Transmissions & Transaxles - 1 Quart
$22.00
Red Line 50104 75W85 GL-5 Full Synthetic Gear Oil for Hypoid Limited Slip Differentials - 1 Quart
$23.53
Turtle Wax 53737 Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Graphene Paste Wax, Patent-Pending Advanced Paint Protection, Extreme Gloss High Shine Finish, For Cars Trucks and More, 5.5 oz. (Pack of 1)
$27.99
RED WOLF Thread 3/8"-16 T-Slot Nut Button Socket Cap Screw 10 Pack for Toyota Tundra Tacoma Pickup Truck Cargo Bed Rail Deck Cleat Rack Trail 304 Stainless Steel Tie Down w/Wrench
$26.99
Red Flag Robotics Universal license plate light 12V 100mA with waterproof connector and 86 in lead
$29.00
Genuine Toyota Air Filter Tacoma 2005-2008 4.0L V6 Genuine Toyota OEM New
$28.01
WIX Racing Filters Air Filter Panel
$28.50
Maestro Acc-SAT-TO2 Sat Radio and GPS Antenna adaptors for TO2 Vehicles
$29.99
Veepeak OBDCheck BLE+ Bluetooth OBD II Scanner Wireless Car Diagnostic Scan Tool Check Engine Code Reader for iOS & Android
$41.97
Smart Parts 2pc 4" (2" per Side) 6x5.5 Wheel spacers, 14x1.5 Threads. Compatible with Chevy/GMC Silverado, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Blazer, Jimmy, Escalade.
$49.50
ValvoMax Oil Drain Valve - Quick Twist Oil Drain Plug for DIY Oil Changes At Home in 10 Minutes - No Tools, No Mess, No Cleanup - M12-1.25 Thread Size - Made in USA
$49.99
Gorilla Automotive 21134ETBC Black 12mm x 1.50 Thread Size Chrome Finish Small Diameter 6-Lug Kit, (Pack of 24)
$37.50
NATIKA Backup/Front View Camera: No Distorted Affect Starlight Night Vision HD Waterproof 720P AHD and TVI Hitch Backup/Reverse/Rear View Camera License Plate for Cars Pickup Trucks SUV RV Van
$32.99
Ford Genuine Fluid XT-M5-QS Full Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid - 1 Quart, Black
$32.58
3M 08609 Window-Weld Super Fast Urethane Windshield Adhesive, High-Strength Fast-Curing One-Part Auto Glass Sealant, 10.5 fl oz (310 mL) Cartridge, Black
$33.95
KnuKonceptz Kolossus OFC 8 Gauge Amp Installation Wiring Kit (Blue)
$48.98
Add an Amp Amplifier Adapter Interface to Factory OEM Car Stereo Radio System for Select Toyota Vehicles- Add Subwoofer Bass Amp - No Factory Premium Amp- Vehicles Listed Below
$54.95
Genuine OEM Toyota New Oil Filter Housing Cap + Plug 15620-31060 15643-31050
$54.80
Victron Energy Battery Protect 12/24-Volt 65 amp
$39.95
Kicker 46CX Bass Remote Control for KICKER CXA-Series/PXA-Serie/CX-Series Amplifiers
$39.99
Elevation Lab AirTag 10-Year Extended Battery Case - Uses AA Batteries - 14x More Capacity Than CR2032 TimeCapsule | Waterproof, CR 2032 Battery Replacement (4-Pack)
$39.97
Ceramic Tire Dressing Protector, No Tire Shine, No Dirt or Brake Dust Attracting Residue 1 Gallon Satin/Matte Finish Stays Clean Longer Cleans Up Easier Aircraft Grade Better Than Automotive Products
$39.95
Auto Ventshade [AVS] Bugflector Hood Shield / Protector | Fits 2016 - 2023 Toyota Tacoma | High Profile Bug Deflector - 1 pc., Dark Smoke | 23681
$76.53
SONAX Wheel Cleaner Plus 5L 230505 | Non-Acid Color Changing Formula for Effortless Removal of Brake Dust Grime and Dirt | Safe for All Wheels | Professional Strength Cleaner | 5L (169oz)
$80.98
To Top