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New ARB bumper install

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by kilo, Sep 27, 2009.

  1. Nov 13, 2011 at 12:45 PM
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    ToyComa92

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    Im stuck between this bumper and the demello three hoop :) It looks so beefy and i bet can really take a hit. Wish i had this on my last truck! Damn deer love making my life hard.
     
  2. Nov 13, 2011 at 1:51 PM
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    You should be able to get laid now..looks awesome. Was it a PITA to install?
     
  3. Nov 13, 2011 at 1:53 PM
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  4. Nov 13, 2011 at 5:12 PM
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    it looks centered, but i would move it down a bit more, as much as you can. Or at least turn the sides downwards, away from your fenders. I you have less than 1/2 inch clearance on the sides, it will rub and rub of the powdercoating. I had to asjust mine twice, its a PITA as you have to re-drill the holes. Just keep an eye out on that.
     
  5. Nov 18, 2011 at 1:24 PM
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    Looks soo good! Ordered my ARB bumper this week and truck goes into the shop on Tuesday to get repaired from a deer incident. Can't wait to have my truck back in tip top shape...
     
  6. Nov 18, 2011 at 5:55 PM
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    Yep, gap is a good thing. Just wait until you get the truck with your new arb out on the trail to see how much your body and frame (with bumper) move independently of each other.

    OP: Good install.

    I have an ARB on my '08 and tried to run it with Bilstien 5100s and stock springs. That didn't last long as it took on a terrible drag racer rake after a thousand miles. OME shocks and 886s are your friend.
     
  7. Nov 18, 2011 at 5:59 PM
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    that looks damm good maan. it brings back some good memories. i did my back in may while barbecuing and drinking beer. yup agreed those wiring are a PITA.
     
  8. Dec 8, 2011 at 10:55 AM
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    did u have a winch on it?
     
  9. Dec 8, 2011 at 1:48 PM
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    Nice TMTC sticker too!! I take it you go out to BMRA also?
     

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