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Old 07-20-2012, 10:01 PM #1
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Bumper/Push-Bar recs
So I had my first accident. In my 2012 4runner trail I rear-ended a guy in a yield lane. Minimal damage, in face the initial estimate is only $430 so its less than my $500 deductible. Question is:

Do I just pay to replace the plastic bumper cover ($430)?
Do I just cover the small dents/scrapes with a push bar (~$400)?
Do I cover it with a brush guard?
Do I replace the entire bumper with an ARB ($1200)?

Any recs on push bars/brush guards/bumpers appreciated. Pics are good.
Also, anyone know if an ARB will void my warranty?
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Option #4.

ARB or Shrockworks.

Immediate availability wise, ARB would be the better choice.
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Leave the bumper how it is, get the shrockworks.
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If you wheel it get the ARB or Shrockworks. If not fix or replace with stock.

But keep in mind the steel bumper will add some weight to the front end and you'll find yourself thinking new suspension. This is how it all begins...
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Johnny T recommends a pushbar that is in front of a 4th gen. AM I DOIN IT RITE?
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I agree with everyone that says aftermarket bumper, ala ARB (bleeh) and the Shrockworks (NICE!!!!) if you wheel. Otherwise just paint or replace the stock.

Oh and an aftermarket bumper won't void the warranty. Only if they can prove that the aftermarket bumper is the reason for a failure...
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If you have the cash (and are going to do some serious wheeling), get a Shrockworks bumper. It is truly badass. However, it is a COMPLETE waste of money unless you will use it for its intended purpose.

If the above scenario is not up your alley, just repair the stock bumper and call it a day.
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