**NEW 3rd Gen 4R "OEM+" Front Bumper Prototype**
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fourfive
Senior Member
Good stuff. Hoping there's more 2" body lift demands so it can become an option.
I really want a new front bumper and winch setup, for my 2002 3rd gen. ARB for a Tacoma is about the only setup for 3rd gens, from my research. I just wish there was more options!!
Sounds like this bumper will need to be fabricated. Any chance the bumper can be pre welded? (Similar to the ARB bumpers)?
Sounds like this bumper will need to be fabricated. Any chance the bumper can be pre welded? (Similar to the ARB bumpers)?
Endlessblockades
Senior Member
With all due respect, your research is sorely lacking. There are many more mainstream 3rd Gen front (and rear) bumper options in the thread linked below, but we are eager to see what this new option from a forum member will look like. In the meantime, have a look:
Bumper List (Updated)
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There's a lot more options than ARB. I hope you don't have to research for your career...
You might be right about my lacking research. I have found some others that are DIY welding, which would cost a pretty penny to fab as opposed to buying a bumper this is prebuilt.
It’s also important to mention that the bumper list you shared (that I’ve certainly read through) is not as updated as one would hope. Nearly all the links are dead links, and without model numbers, it’s very difficult to know which bumpers will fit, which are prefabricated, which are custom workshops where onsite installation is required, and which kits are DIY welding.
I will continue to research though! I have much more to do.
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CBI Offroad Fab - Toyota 4Runner Baja Front Hybrid Bumper | 1995-2002 -
CBI Offroad Fab - Toyota 4Runner Adventure Front Hybrid Bumper | 1995-2002 -
1996 - 2002 Toyota 4Runner Front Winch Mount Plate Bumper
http://addictedoffroad.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_12_14&products_id=11
http://addictedoffroad.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11_12_14&products_id=24
https://www.shrockworks.com/1996-2002-4Runner-Front-Bumper-3rd-Generation-pr-16217.html
It's crazy what google can find for you: https://www.google.com/search?q=4ru...YAQCgAQGqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAELwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz
This is great, thank you!
rickashay
New member
We are not that far along quite yet. Although with the WIY (weld-it-yourself) bumpers like this one, shipping is easier because you can flat-pack and they don’t need to get shipped on a pallet. We are pre-bending as many parts as possible so the actual welding part is very minimal on the customer’s end.
See my notes above about shipping. Pre-welding creates massive lead times and a huge price tag for shipping and there are decent welders all over the globe. Obviously this is our business proposition, and not everyone else’s. We think by sourcing your own welding, the product can be shipped drastically cheaper and you will have the bumper in a quicker timeframe than 90% of the competition out there (just research the lead times of all the popular bumper makers). Not to mention, our design will be WAY lighter (less than half) what an ARB weighs for our gutless old Toyota’s to haul around
1” body lift is accommodated in the original design (the same bumper works for no body lift and a 1”). Thanks for your interest!
I disagree with this statement. Obviously price will depend on your area but I bet you will be able to have our bumper welded together by a professional for ~200 (or less). Actual weld time on these will be minimal, with way less welds than current WIY bumpers.
Keep the comments rolling!
JZiggy
Senior Member
Sorry if this was stated already, but does your bumper design retain the 96-98 steel portion of the OEM bumper?
I like the fact that you're focusing on keeping the weight low. I currently have a front hitch and could ditch it for this bumper and only net 15 or 20 pounds up front.
I like the fact that you're focusing on keeping the weight low. I currently have a front hitch and could ditch it for this bumper and only net 15 or 20 pounds up front.
rickashay
New member
It natively uses the chrome portion of the factory bumper with the plastic lower valence removed. This will be the lightest and most “OEM+” way of running this bumper.
We will also have a fully redesigned aluminum version that can be swapped in place of the factory chrome bumper, should someone A) want to swap out for a beefier/stronger component or B) want the updated aesthetics of our redesigned version. That component will be interchangeable by removing 8x bolts and can be swapped at any time.
Novice 4Runner
New member
Really seems like you've put a lot of thought into this. Even for options you're opting out of, it seems like you've done your consideration!
Endlessblockades
Senior Member
Any spy photos? I have a line on a used 4XI plate bumper......
gHo5tRider
New member
I recently received a 4xI plate bumper that I ordered for my ‘97 (2WD/4cyl) and frankly I’m a bit concerned about the 100# weight. This looks like an awesome alternative and now I’m considering going in this direction. Two considerations: 1) the 4xI bumper is already fabbed and is a direct bolt-on, 2) its in-hand and ready to be sprayed with bedliner and attached (already did the test fit and it’s golden).
Any eta on when this bumper will be ready?
Any eta on when this bumper will be ready?
Endlessblockades
Senior Member
Did you get it with any of the grille-guard options?
I'm in The Bay and need something sooner than later if you want to unload it (and another deal I am working on doesn't pan out)......
gHo5tRider
New member
No, I did not get either of the guard options.
PM me and I’ll let you know if something changes. I’d really be interested in the aluminum OEM-styled bumper, but it seems like its not production-ready just yet so most likely just going to paint and install the 4xI this week.
Please don’t get me wrong, the 4xI front bumper is really a work of art - the craftsmanship and fit for the 3rd gen are outstanding. I’m really just concerned about the extra weight on the front end (at ~100lbs. the bumper is 2x the weight of the OEM-style aluminum one at 50lbs). Plus I’ll also probably need to add a winch and driving lights, so that’s even more weight.
PM me and I’ll let you know if something changes. I’d really be interested in the aluminum OEM-styled bumper, but it seems like its not production-ready just yet so most likely just going to paint and install the 4xI this week.
Please don’t get me wrong, the 4xI front bumper is really a work of art - the craftsmanship and fit for the 3rd gen are outstanding. I’m really just concerned about the extra weight on the front end (at ~100lbs. the bumper is 2x the weight of the OEM-style aluminum one at 50lbs). Plus I’ll also probably need to add a winch and driving lights, so that’s even more weight.
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