Go4Lo
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I shared this on T4R.org as well but thought some of you may not visit that site much.
4xInnovations Rear Bumper
Options –
Swing Out Tire Carrier
Single Jerry Can Mount
HiLift Jack Mount
There are not many detailed pictures or reviews out there for the 4xInnovations rear bumper and tire carrier for the 3rd Gen 4Runners so I thought I’d share mine to help others that are trying to decide between the few options that are out there for the 3rd Gen platform. I have no affiliation with the company and have never purchased anything from them prior to this bumper.
Install
After removing the OEM spare, hitch and rear bumper the 4XInnovations rear bumper simply slides below the frame rails and is held on by 5 large grade 8 bolts on each side. 4 of the 5 holes were in the frame already with only the rear most hole (next to end of the frame rail) required to be drilled. After drilling the 2 extra holes it was just a matter of bolting the bumper in place...very simple with no issues as all the holes lined up perfectly :thumb:
You can see the 5 bolts on each frame rail as well as the 2 tubular side bracing supports. The bumper is built off a Class III hitch and all the mounting brackets are ¼” steel. Needless to say it’s STOUT and quite heavy.
I didn't really care for the gap that was left between the bumper and the body so I covered it with a nice piece of aluminum diamond plate. This will provide protection as well when loading items in the back.
A few more pics of the rig....she's getting there :smiley_drive:
Final Thoughts -
Overall I'm very happy with the fit and finish of the bumper and would purchase it again. Other than a missing piece of hardware, which Adam promptly shipped to me, and a few minor hiccups on the swing arm install I have no complaints.
Props to 4xInnovations for a great product and for continuing to support the 3rd Gen platform.:sombrero:
4xInnovations Rear Bumper
Options –
Swing Out Tire Carrier
Single Jerry Can Mount
HiLift Jack Mount
There are not many detailed pictures or reviews out there for the 4xInnovations rear bumper and tire carrier for the 3rd Gen 4Runners so I thought I’d share mine to help others that are trying to decide between the few options that are out there for the 3rd Gen platform. I have no affiliation with the company and have never purchased anything from them prior to this bumper.
Install
After removing the OEM spare, hitch and rear bumper the 4XInnovations rear bumper simply slides below the frame rails and is held on by 5 large grade 8 bolts on each side. 4 of the 5 holes were in the frame already with only the rear most hole (next to end of the frame rail) required to be drilled. After drilling the 2 extra holes it was just a matter of bolting the bumper in place...very simple with no issues as all the holes lined up perfectly :thumb:
You can see the 5 bolts on each frame rail as well as the 2 tubular side bracing supports. The bumper is built off a Class III hitch and all the mounting brackets are ¼” steel. Needless to say it’s STOUT and quite heavy.
I didn't really care for the gap that was left between the bumper and the body so I covered it with a nice piece of aluminum diamond plate. This will provide protection as well when loading items in the back.
A few more pics of the rig....she's getting there :smiley_drive:
Final Thoughts -
Overall I'm very happy with the fit and finish of the bumper and would purchase it again. Other than a missing piece of hardware, which Adam promptly shipped to me, and a few minor hiccups on the swing arm install I have no complaints.
Props to 4xInnovations for a great product and for continuing to support the 3rd Gen platform.:sombrero:
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