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Front bumper replacement

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by caseyrobinette, Jan 9, 2025.

  1. Jan 9, 2025 at 5:33 AM
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    caseyrobinette

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    Has any one used this front bumper? Is it up to oem standards and fits well? Lmk thanks

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  2. Jan 9, 2025 at 1:44 PM
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    negusm

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    They never are up to OEM standards.

    I had to replace mine from a small accident and I used a cheap one off from Ebay about like this. I don't think it came with the large plastic piece. I reused that piece.

    Differences to OEM:

    Center section of the metal bumper is missing the OEM "lip/groove" that the OEM plastic piece goes into. Not a big deal. Only I see it. If you use the one in the picture there, I bet neither has the lip.

    Bumper needed the mounting holes re-drilled because it wasn't centered on the car.

    If you have side skirts, you will have to mark and drill holes.

    Regardless, it's been years and it hasn't rusted and still looks good.
     
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  3. Jan 9, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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    caseyrobinette

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    Thanks for the input. I would rather get oem but they all seem to be beat up and rusted.
     
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