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Winch bumpers with access for winch removal

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by JMP-SLC, Dec 30, 2019.

  1. Dec 30, 2019 at 9:28 AM
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    JMP-SLC

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    Hi all. I've been looking around for a front winch bumper for my 2010 that would allow the removal/replacement of the winch without having to remove and reinstall the entire bumper to do so. I've searched forums, manufacturer sites, and called some manufacturers and I've had no luck finding such a thing. I know of several for Jeep Wranglers and had one on my Wrangler, but just can't find anything for a Gen-2 Tacoma. Is anybody aware of such a bumper that's available?

    thanks!
     
  2. Dec 30, 2019 at 1:41 PM
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    Muddinfun

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    Front 2” receiver and a winch mounted in a winch cradle and Anderson electrical connectors.
     
  3. Dec 30, 2019 at 1:47 PM
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    FuzzysTacos

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    Apples to oranges in body design. Only one close enough to maybe do it with mods is ARB. That thing hangs off like a bow of a boat.
     
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  4. Dec 30, 2019 at 2:27 PM
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    08tacomike

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    You want to be able to remove/replace easily? You can definitely leave the ARB bumper on the vehicle for install but I wouldn't want to do it with any regularity.
     
  5. Dec 30, 2019 at 3:54 PM
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    Thanks guys. I should clarify. I don't plan on or need to be able to remove the winch often, but if the winch needs repair I want to be able to remove it without tearing off the bumper. Also, I'm thinking of trying an inexpensive winch I've had in storage and never used and if it ends up not being reliable, I want to be able to upgrade it without it being a big ordeal. I also like the idea of having easy/open access to the winch to make things like replacing the rope a lot quicker/easier.

    I didn't realize the ARB bumper allowed this. Thanks for the heads up.
     
  6. Dec 30, 2019 at 8:23 PM
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    rpdorgan

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    Install/removal with an ARB will just require dropping the front skid plate. Like others have said, it is a minor pain in the ass but it can be done without removing the bumper.

    Tight squeeze fitting a VR10 in recently...

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  7. Dec 30, 2019 at 8:32 PM
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    Ridgeline001

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    I was able to pull a Warm M8000 off a BAMF when I cracked the case by removing the grill and front skid. Took a little patience but way easier than a one guy bumper pull and reinstall.
     
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