Rear Bumper rust...replacement part.

doubleA

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Hey all, been awhile since I posted, now living in Lancaster County PA from Hartford, CT... I finally have the time to correct my rusty bumper. The plan was to grind down the rust, fill where needed, and paint. Well one big hole, and I figure to repair properly I need to take off the bumper, so I might as well just replace the center section. Is this the part I need to replace rear, center bumper section (ideally get one primed, because I plan to paint the entire bumper black). Thanks!

1999 2000 2001 2002 Toyota 4Runner Rear Bumper Face Bar Chrome New | eBay
 
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I think that is the one. I need the 2 end sections of the 3 piece chrome bumper.

9 & 10 in this pic. I believe you need #1?

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the part I listed is called rear bumper face bar? Is that Item number 1? It looks like it...

Items 9 and 10 look newer on my runner, the y-brackets are rusty but I can probably re-use them. Will I have to remove the whole bumper assembly or can I just replace the center section while on the truck?
 
the part I listed is called rear bumper face bar? Is that Item number 1? It looks like it...

Items 9 and 10 look newer on my runner, the y-brackets are rusty but I can probably re-use them. Will I have to remove the whole bumper assembly or can I just replace the center section while on the truck?

Sorry. To get the center bar off, you have to take the ends and the plastic step off, first.
 
I replaced my rear bumper (center section) a few weeks ago. I was not that bad, it looks great now. However, I'll share are few of my troubles so you can watch out for them.

I had to buy three bumpers before I found one that had all the mounting tabs welded correctly. I knew I was buying a $95 bumper so it was not a surprise but still, be prepared to encounter this unless you buy a Toyota bumper. I think Toyota bumpers are much better but I ended up getting the aftermarket one to work very well. Just took more time.

I used all new bolts and recommend them. They cost $30 from Toyota, sorry I don't have part #s. There were about 16 bolts IIRC. You may be able to find the right ones at a hardware store. Point is, new bolts make reinstall much nicer. I also used anti seize when I reinstalled the bumper in case i need to take it off for any reason later.

Most importantly, after trying PB Blaster, I found that Kroil Areo Oil is the best! I bought mine from Amazon.com. It was much better than PB Blaster. I also had to use some heat/propane torch. Spray on rusty bolt threads and let it sit overnight if you can.

One more thing...I had trouble getting the part#12 above reinstalled. The cheap bumper did not have the holes in the correct location; just on one of the holes for this piece was not in the exact right location. I chose to enlarge the existing hole and "making it work".

And another thing...I used a floor jack to help with final alignment. Do not tighten all the bolts as you assemble. Just get them started because you will need to massage the bumper and the sides in to alignment. When it is all straight, you can tighten the bolts. Be careful not to strip the bolts welded on the cheap bumper. If a bolt is not threading correctly stop and try again, don't force them. I also used a ratchet strap to help with final alignment. Use what ever you have. Be careful with a hammer, you will probably need a rubber mallet but if you swing too hard, you can brake the mounting bracket welds. Ask me how I know.

Some bolts are more important to not brake than others. Good luck, it is not hard but the rusty bolts do not help. Other than the rusty bolts it is super easy. Yes, you need to remove the spare tire, mud flaps, the metal bumper end caps and the plastic step piece.
 
Is this the part I need to replace rear, center bumper section (ideally get one primed, because I plan to paint the entire bumper black).

I think Rock Auto sells black bumpers that are cheaper than chrome...no need to get it painted if that's what you're thinking.
 
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I had to buy three bumpers before I found one that had all the mounting tabs welded correctly. I knew I was buying a $95 bumper so it was not a surprise but still, be prepared to encounter this unless you buy a Toyota bumper. ....
Can I ask where you bought the three bumpers from? I'm having the same problem with one I bought from RockAuto.
 
Are the bumpers you are getting made by TYC? Make sure you put some sort of undercoating behind it every winter. These things are badly made IMO. Mine is barely a year old and showing some minor surface rust. Now I just spray the stupid thing with WD40.
 
TYC, yes. I'm not pleased with their quality at all. I'll definitely be giving it a thick paint job on the inside, if I can finally get one that fits.
 
TYC, yes. I'm not pleased with their quality at all. I'll definitely be giving it a thick paint job on the inside, if I can finally get one that fits.


LOL. I should put up pics of mine to display the quality of TYC products. The alignment is WAY off on one side and one of the edges is very badly finished. I'll get a clean bumper at a wrecker when I take a roadtrip to NC.
 
I bought one of the E-Bay bumper kits after I got my Runner last year. It showed up with a big dent in the main section,however being a body guy I pounded it out and filed it down instead of shipping it back. Broke several bolts upon removal,so had to get replacements. Install was a nightmare,had to elongate some holes,pushed poundede and prodded just to get the thing to look decent. Right side went on about perfect,never could get the left side lined up how it should.
 
Not that this helps but I had a rear complete bumper sitting on my side yard for 3 months after my CBI install. I had a junk hauler take it away last saturday when I had some other stuff removed. Selling my hosue and didn't have time to deal witih selling/giving it away/shipping.
 
Not that this helps but I had a rear complete bumper sitting on my side yard for 3 months after my CBI install. I had a junk hauler take it away last saturday when I had some other stuff removed. Selling my hosue and didn't have time to deal witih selling/giving it away/shipping.

I hate you.
 
don't have to remove the ends

I just replaced my center section with a section I made of 3/16 and 1/4 steel. I didn't have to remove my ends at all, there was plenty of play to remove the old and slip in the new.
 

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