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1ST GEN rear bumper upgrade

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by NightOwl, Sep 17, 2019.

  1. Sep 17, 2019 at 1:41 PM
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    NightOwl

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    NightOwl [OP] 1985 Toyota 4 Runner DLX 22REC

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    I have been looking for a rear bumper upgrade for my 1st gen and was wondering if anyone has one that they like? The stock one is in great shape but I want something I can tow with and pull people out with...any thoughts are welcome
     
    NightOwl, Sep 17, 2019
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  2. Sep 19, 2019 at 5:30 AM
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    ajohnson

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    ajohnson Glamorous

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    I have the Trail Gear bumper with the side support kit and it works great for me, specifically for offroading, but I would be hesitant to tow with it before adding additional support to the hitch. The 4xinnovations bumper is really nice and rated for towing.
     
    ajohnson, Sep 19, 2019
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  3. Sep 19, 2019 at 6:11 AM
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    NightOwl

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    NightOwl [OP] 1985 Toyota 4 Runner DLX 22REC

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    Thanks for the information...I'll give it a whirl and let you know how it goes!!! I've had a really hard time finding an off road rear bumper....everyone has front bumpers!!!
     
    NightOwl, Sep 19, 2019
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  4. Sep 19, 2019 at 6:39 AM
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    Dark Knight

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    Dark Knight Get off my lawn

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    4x4labs.com is a nice option.
     
    Dark Knight, Sep 19, 2019
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  5. Sep 20, 2019 at 4:10 AM
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    ajohnson

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    ajohnson Glamorous

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    The trail gear price looks to have gone up thanks to tarrifs. I’m pretty sure I paid around $300 shipped with the side support kit. If I were buying one now it would be the 4xinno.
     
    ajohnson, Sep 20, 2019
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  6. Dec 12, 2019 at 6:47 AM
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    se7enine

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    se7enine New Member

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    I don't think there is one bumper that I like everything about it. Most of the ones I really like are one-off custom made. That's why I'll probably make my own.
     
    se7enine, Dec 12, 2019
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