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Seeking recommendations for reasonably priced front bumper replacement

Discussion in 'Armor' started by TigerShark, Jun 30, 2017.

  1. Jun 30, 2017 at 8:46 AM
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    TigerShark

    TigerShark [OP] Member

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    Hit a rail backing out of a parking spot which ripped my factory bumper clean off and am trying to figure out whether to replace it with stock or go with an off-road option.

    Looking at the N-Fab T053RSP for cost, weight, and ease of installation.

    Also considering the ARB Deluxe Bar, though I'm guessing it's considerably heavier, and it's not clear whether I can use the factory fog lights.

    I want to avoid painting and welding and would like to add a few LEDs. Though I have dreams of overlanding, for now my truck is the stock TRD Off-Road. I'll likely do some light off-roading in the near future but don't need anything major because I can't sink a ton of money into this.

    Any other recommendations?
     
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  2. Jun 30, 2017 at 8:53 AM
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    Thanks! I'm in Indianapolis.
     
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  3. Jun 30, 2017 at 8:57 AM
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    Looks great. Thanks!
     
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  4. Jun 30, 2017 at 9:14 AM
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  5. Jun 30, 2017 at 9:18 AM
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    The ARB bumper added 131lbs to my '13 without a winch. That is a net change in weight after carefully weighing everything I installed and subtracting what was removed. Also, you can't reuse the factory fog lights unless you modify them or the bumper. I bought H11 connectors off of Amazon and attached them to the ARB fog pigtails which then connected right to the factory harness.

    I have SOS sliders. He makes good stuff too.

    Edit: If you decide on the ARB: I had placed the bumper in my 'cart' at 4 wheel parts and originally didn't order it. A few days later, a 5% off coupon appeared for the bumper I left in the cart. I'm sure if you call, they can give you 5% off if pressured.
     

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