4th Gen Rear Bumper Options
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JuniorPigeon
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I got together with RLC Welding & Fabrication right here in Louisville to be the 4th gen guinea pig. I specifically wanted a single swing-out since my cooking drawer pulls out on the passenger side and I didn't want anything behind me. I chose to go with Rotopax mounting and a pocket for an S2 flush mount, but those little things can be customized.
This might be a tease, since they're not primarily an off-road shop I'm not sure if he's interested in reproducing a non-standard bumper (the 4th gen was a chore). But you can always give the owner a call and see what they have going on. Super nice guy and easy to work with.
RLC Welding – RLCWELDFAB
Only decent picture I have right now.
This might be a tease, since they're not primarily an off-road shop I'm not sure if he's interested in reproducing a non-standard bumper (the 4th gen was a chore). But you can always give the owner a call and see what they have going on. Super nice guy and easy to work with.
RLC Welding – RLCWELDFAB
Only decent picture I have right now.
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gfxcruncher
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montijo505
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You have pics of the process? Or more detailed pics of how it’s mounted? Looks awesome!
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gfxcruncher
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Thanks! I don't wan't to go hijacking the thread... Here's a pic under the cover while it was in progress, removed the tie down/recovery loop under the frame and used those points, also added some weld in threaded insert things from McMaster on the top of the frame. There was also some additional bracing on the bracket that I added later.
I should do a build thread, but think I'm probably too lazy to keep up with it... lol
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I actually am wanting to do the same to my rig, you mind if I shoot you a PM on how to build the thing?
I have a welder so can do all the fab work myself.
montijo505
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Also interested in this, cleanest swing outs I’ve seen. I don’t really have the need for a full bumper but need my full size spare. Currently on the RIGD Ultraswing but this looks cleaner and dual swingouts!
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SHagood
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I got together with RLC Welding & Fabrication right here in Louisville to be the 4th gen guinea pig. I specifically wanted a single swing-out since my cooking drawer pulls out on the passenger side and I didn't want anything behind me. I chose to go with Rotopax mounting and a pocket for an S2 flush mount, but those little things can be customized.
This might be a tease, since they're not primarily an off-road shop I'm not sure if he's interested in reproducing a non-standard bumper (the 4th gen was a chore). But you can always give the owner a call and see what they have going on. Super nice guy and easy to work with.
RLC Welding – RLCWELDFAB
Only decent picture I have right now.
Damn that thing is nasty!!! I love that look, super clean.
SHagood
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Arguably one of the most creative ideas I've seen. So clean and consistent with the OEM look of the 4th gen. I love it.
gfxcruncher
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Man I love this so much, I have no need for a armored rear bumper but I love the utility of having a place to mount a spare and Jerry cans. That solution would be perfect without the additional weight of a rear bumper.
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xtremewlr
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If you are handy with a welder at all or want to learn, the most cost effective option would be the bumper kit from Coastal Offroad. I have both front and rear bumpers from them on my 1999 Tacoma and plan on going that route for the 4runner as well.
4th Gen 4Runner Low Profile Rear Bumper Kit - Coastal Offroad
4th Gen 4Runner Low Profile Rear Bumper Kit - Coastal Offroad
apohl17
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I've had an idea rolling around in my head that looks a lot like this, and seeing your pictures - definitely think this is what I'll be building in the future. Me likey. :cheers:
gfxcruncher
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wow, thanks everyone!
[MENTION=125326]apohl17[/MENTION] & [MENTION=173809]SHagood[/MENTION] you guys have great build threads going, there's so many good ones on here. :cheers:
Seems like I should start one since 99% of my projects begin with some crazy idea someone has posted on here... Sorry for all the NON rear bumper option chatter.
[MENTION=125326]apohl17[/MENTION] & [MENTION=173809]SHagood[/MENTION] you guys have great build threads going, there's so many good ones on here. :cheers:
Seems like I should start one since 99% of my projects begin with some crazy idea someone has posted on here... Sorry for all the NON rear bumper option chatter.
SHagood
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What front bumper are you going with? I'm ordering the Victory 4x4 slim/hybrid front bumper soon.
SHagood
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If you are handy with a welder at all or want to learn, the most cost effective option would be the bumper kit from Coastal Offroad. I have both front and rear bumpers from them on my 1999 Tacoma and plan on going that route for the 4runner as well.
4th Gen 4Runner Low Profile Rear Bumper Kit - Coastal Offroad
I've looked at this several times, but my buddy did the front bumper kit on his 4th gen and said it was a pain in the ass. Other than that opinion, I haven't seen the rear setup in person and I don't have any welding experience.
SHagood
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100% support you making a build thread!
xtremewlr
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DIY is always a pain in the ass but it's way more rewarding in the end. I built both front and rear bumpers on my Tacoma. Glad I did too because I had to modify them to fit correctly in my case. No way I could have gotten off the shelf bumpers to work without modifying them and that would have been twice as much and way more hassle.
gfxcruncher
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Went with the coastal bumper, I liked that I could do a few changes to it. Changed the light cutouts for my bd squadrons and had the hoops custom bent to be tighter to the body.
Like [MENTION=459231]xtremewlr[/MENTION] said... personal satisfaction thing and I also tweaked it a little bit to get the gap pretty consistent all the way around, that huge ass crack i see at the fender on a lot of them would drive me absolutely insane.
So much for rear bumpers lol
Still in progress, hopefully doing the finish welding this weekend -- and welding isn't too bad to pick up, plus it makes all kinds of projects a possibility, like the swing outs I did.
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