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Which Trail-Gear bumper should I choose?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Slodgetto, Mar 11, 2011.

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Rock Defense, or Low Profile bumper?

Poll closed Apr 10, 2011.
  1. Rock Defense

    17 vote(s)
    31.5%
  2. Low Profile

    30 vote(s)
    55.6%
  3. Choose a different bumper dude

    7 vote(s)
    13.0%
  1. Mar 12, 2011 at 11:21 PM
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    thegame

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  2. Mar 13, 2011 at 2:54 PM
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    that bumper looks awesome :) i want to get a low profile one but if your diggin the rock defense go for it its your truck if people don't like it tell em to go screw! lol
     
  3. Mar 14, 2011 at 8:46 AM
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    Slodgetto

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    Thanks for everyones input! At this point. I'm leaning towards getting the low-profile bumper for my taco. Maybe, when I get a 4x4 in 10 years, I'll get the stinger. :)
     
  4. Mar 29, 2011 at 7:54 AM
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    I want the low profile bumper for my truck. :drool:-worthy
     
  5. Apr 1, 2011 at 8:04 PM
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  6. Apr 29, 2011 at 10:51 PM
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    Definately :drool: worthy! haha I have decided to go with Avid's tube bumper though. It's kind of a happy medium between the low profile and rock defense.

    I actually considered that bumper very seriously for a while! But then I found Avid... :rolleyes: If my truck was SAS'd I would definately get the 4x Innovations bumper! Looks awesome on your truck!
     
  7. Mar 3, 2012 at 8:08 PM
    #27
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    Do you have a pic of your avid bumper?
     
  8. Mar 4, 2012 at 7:04 AM
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    I'm new here but I don't know for how long. I don't understand having to use the" F" word or other profanities to answer a post. Maybe I'm alone but I just don't see the need.
     
  9. Mar 4, 2012 at 9:31 AM
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    It hasen't quite been 10 years now has it;)
     
  10. Mar 4, 2012 at 4:58 PM
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    Sorry, man, I'm actually still running my stock bumper for now. Decided I'd just be cheaper and more satisfying to make my own later on and that way I'd get exactly what I want! :)

    Avid is very good though. Check their website and this guy's build for examples of their bumpers.
    Niether do I good, sir, and I completely agree with you. You're definitely not alone on this matter.
    :cool: lol wow.... This thread feels soooo oldddd!!! hahaha :eek:
     
  11. Mar 5, 2012 at 12:33 PM
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    Right on thanks for the reply!
     
  12. Mar 5, 2012 at 3:34 PM
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    i just bought the low pro bumper from trail-gear. i also bought the light bar hoop to have it weld on. as of now, need to find a shop to weld it on for me and in the process of painting and sanding down for now. afterwards will post up pictures. its your choice your truck so go with what you like. i liked what i chose.
     
  13. May 4, 2012 at 6:22 AM
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    lol I find it funny how I went in cirlcles and circles trying to decide which bumper I wanted and came right back to thr Trail Gear Rock Defense! :laugh:

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  14. Jul 3, 2012 at 7:22 AM
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    and am wondering if thr 5100, eibach combo with an 80 lb bumper up front...a trail gear rock defense...would work
    any info would be great...i just put alcans in the rear and have the eibachs layin around so i want to know if theyd be ok (no more than 2.5 inches)

    if not how much weight do i need to add to the front to keep the lift under 2.5 inches?
     
  15. Aug 20, 2012 at 8:48 PM
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    install pretty easy?
     
  16. Aug 21, 2012 at 10:32 AM
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    Go to vendors on here and look at Elite Offroad! Awesome bumpers that can be adjusted to your needs and desires. Great product by far the best bang for your buck!
     
  17. Aug 21, 2012 at 10:37 AM
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    The one that fits well, has the features u want, can be added to, and utilizes lightweight materials though strong. It sucks to drill for lights.. then try to run wire up DOM (or better)
     
  18. Aug 21, 2012 at 10:39 AM
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    oh and check into whether your state allows such things as I know legislation is getting in there to protect pedestrians
     
  19. Aug 21, 2012 at 10:42 AM
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    I run stock (cheaper to replace a piece than to spend on aftermarket) though I do not cross anything serious, just rocks and crazy climbs. My money is best invested in skidplates. So far so good.
     

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