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Thinking of adding a steel bumper - no idea where to start ??

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by TacoNumber6, Jul 8, 2015.

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  1. Jul 8, 2015 at 6:41 AM
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    I admit I am clueless as to what is good, what to stay away from, just looking for other members experience and recommendations as to what to look for? How bad does it affect gas mileage having the extra weight? Have a 2015 DC TRD Off Road

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  2. Jul 8, 2015 at 6:43 AM
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  3. Jul 8, 2015 at 6:43 AM
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    Personally @Pelfreybilt is the only option I would go. They look so clean and once I have the funds, I will be placing my order. If you are worried about weight, go with aluminum.
     
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  4. Jul 8, 2015 at 6:44 AM
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    Oh and I lost .2 mpg when I added on my new bumper. It's a hybrid so it's light though.
     
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  5. Jul 8, 2015 at 6:51 AM
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    @Pelfreybilt. ALL THE WAY! IMO there is no better bumper out there. I've got the aluminum bumper but they make a steel one also if that is a option that fits better. Aluminum is 50lbs and the steel is 110lbs. Their customer service is top notch. I've never seen a company that takes more pride in delivering exactly what you order and service after the sale. They are always just a phone call away. I couldn't recommend them more!

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  6. Jul 8, 2015 at 7:04 AM
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    Big fan of aluminum, personally. I realize it has different properties than steel, and steel may be preferable for some folks. But I've been nothing but happy with my front Aluminess for the past few years.
     
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  7. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:23 AM
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    Who makes the aluminum ones?
     
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  8. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:24 AM
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  9. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:26 AM
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    ^^This^^

    Check out my pictures above. That is the aluminum bumper
     
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  10. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:28 AM
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    Is it obvious that I REALLY love @Pelfreybilt's products? :rolleyes:
     
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  11. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:29 AM
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    Before painting

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  13. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:33 AM
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    Why on earth would you go aluminum if you off road :facepalm:
     
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    did you prime it first?
     
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  15. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:49 AM
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    I went with an Allpro aluminum bumper because of weight, turn around time and the extra clearance you get not having the angled plate that comes from the lower edge of the bumper to the bottom edge of the frame.



     
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  16. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:50 AM
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    nice to see the all pro bumper isn't 3 pieces anymore.
     
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  17. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM
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    The Apex isn't.
     
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  18. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM
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    the old AP bumper were.
     
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  19. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:55 AM
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    Took it wheeling in Coloroda. Ran Imogene pass, black bear pass, Poughkeepsie gulch and few others. image.jpg
     
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  20. Jul 8, 2015 at 8:56 AM
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    looks good. :thumbsup:
     
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