Stock Bumper Triming (1 Viewer)

[ebbs15]

I tried searching but couldn't find anything, so I'll just ask

When trimming the bumper (both front and rear) what are you guys using for a guide? body lines? I can't seem to find any threads were it's talked about, just pictures of rigs that have done it.

I've seen some that look great and others that look like they've cut too high and there's tabs hanging down on the front bumper.

What do I need to be aware of, look out for, etc? I probably won't be doing it until spring but... if cabin fever hits this winter... I want to at least have an idea of what to do lol

Thanks,

 

[subspd]

I just used some painters tape and found a line that I liked. On a hot sunny day a quality carpet knife blade will cut the plastic like butter. On a cold day probably a Dremel will be needed.
On the front there are metal "tabs" that hang down and if you want a clean look you will need to take an angle grinder to them.

 

[Jstawgn]

I cut mine using cut off wheels. Also used 1/8" thick aluminum I got cheap from Lowes to use as bendable ruler. Still use masking tape as final guide.

I did cut it as high as possible. The crash hang a bit lower and intended to work as a slide over obstacles.

 

[Jstawgn]

2010-2013 4runner trail bumper trim added to cover the exposed frame

3/4 rear view 2

• Jstawgn
• May 12, 2018

2010-2013 4runner Trail center bumper cover.
1.5" front lift, 1" rear lift

My mockup. The vertical line is measuring distance from more distinctive body lines.

Left side cut lines

• Jstawgn
• Mar 11, 2018

The OEM mudflap cut was filled using thin aluminum strip that also function as new truck style mudflap hanging bracket. It takes too much effort to match paint color so I just use reflector tape to cover it.

Rear mud flap

• Jstawgn
• Mar 11, 2018