Front bumper chop on my 13. (1 Viewer)
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I trimmed mine up a tad before I went the full replacement bumper route. No complaints other than the plastic isn't supported by anything and has little rigidity. If I had to do it again I would have gone with more of an increasing radius as it went towards the back. Check out @stellarbuilt on Instagram, he's done a few recently in a similar style to those that do it on the 5th Gen 4Runner, I like it.
MrTorgue
Grizzly Clint
I like this cut they've got on these 2010-2013 GXs.
Pretty aesthetically pleasing cut on those two, IMO.
r2m
Richard
Also allows for a good approach angle.
MrTorgue
Grizzly Clint
Here’s my bumper cut. Just used 2” masking tape and followed existing body lines so the cut wouldn’t be so obvious. I used a hack saw for the entire thing. I started with a dremmel but it just melts the plastic and it was just a hassle. I ended up cutting just about or over 7 inches off the forward part of the wheel well. Haven’t had a bumper related issue since, and took maybe an hour. Did the exact same thing to my running boards also.
MrTorgue
Grizzly Clint
That looks fantastic. I don’t have a steady hand so I’m not gonna be able to do that most likely. Any support issues you could see by cutting that off? Does the bumper flap in the wind you think?
Well I kept my fender liners for whatever reason, so I had to trim them and zip tie a corner up because at speed, the liner rubbed the tire. If you remove the liners, there’d be no issues. Relating to just the bumper cover though, no issues at speed or otherwise.
I know you know your own skill level, but I’m very shaky too which was another reason the hacksaw was ideal. You can make long, light cuts with a lot of room for adjusting. I was nervous the entire time, but I’m so happy with it, it’s one of my favorite things I’ve done so far ha
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MrTorgue
Grizzly Clint
I would most likely ditch the liners in the long run. As for the bumper cut, what hacksaw did you use? And would you say the hacksaw is a better way for a shaky noob to go over a box cutter? I'm not skilled with body work and mods requiring cutting. Most of my modding skillset is interior and mechanical (engine) bay experience. This is the first time I'll ever modify bodywork to a vehicle of mine...and its a little intimidating since if I muck it up I'll have to buy a replacement. I'd almost rather pay someone to do it and get it over with! Haha!
Can you post a picture of the otherside of the bumper where you made the cuts? I'd love to see it at that angle if you have the time. No rush, anytime is fine. I've got higher priority mods ahead of the front bumper stuff. LOL
r2m
Richard
A little tip, if you do it yourself, and there are some high points along the cut line, get a rasp plane:
Amazon product ASIN B006ZB9T2I
or something similar. It'll knock down any high spots and even everything out real nicely! Then just go over it with some finer sand paper on a block of wood.
Amazon product ASIN B006ZB9T2I
or something similar. It'll knock down any high spots and even everything out real nicely! Then just go over it with some finer sand paper on a block of wood.
Sorry to Hijack the post, but How did you mount your RTT? it doesn't look like you have a full rack right?
Thanks
Sorry to Hijack the post, but How did you mount your RTT? it doesn't look like you have a full rack right?
I just have 2 OEM cross bars. They sit really low so I had to use shorter bolts for the tent.
Going back to the original topic..
Of those that you have cut your front bumpers, has anyone noticed any change in gas mileage?
I assume that cutting your front bumper does negatively impact aerodynamics, but is it enough to have a noticeable impact on gas mileage?
Of those that you have cut your front bumpers, has anyone noticed any change in gas mileage?
I assume that cutting your front bumper does negatively impact aerodynamics, but is it enough to have a noticeable impact on gas mileage?
r2m
Richard
Per your question above, I wonder if adding aluminum sliders to the front and bottom would offset any of the aerodynamics lost from the front bumper trim? The front slider gives a nice smooth surface for air to flow over from the front bumper down under the drive line on back.
Hummm. Anybody have access to a wind tunnel?
Hummm. Anybody have access to a wind tunnel?
Love that "Viper Cut". Anyone knows what they do with the wheel well liner?
r2m
Richard
Looks good! Now if you're handy bending some 4130 chrom moly or DOM steel tubing, a nice 1" - 1.5" black tube running along the base of your front cut line would look nice and if properly mounted add a good amount of protection for steep approach angles or bumping things.
I have this tube bender:
And worked great for building the rack on my F350 CrewCab overlander. Although I'd suggest getting the hydraulic version. When I had to bend 2" tubing, it was a grunt!
I have this tube bender:
