If you are planning on installing a winch bumper on your 2nd Gen Tacoma then our bumper reinforcement plates for the the 2nd gen Tacoma are a must! Our Tacoma bumper reinforcement plates replace the thin 11 gauge stock brackets with 1/4" Plate! The stock mounts are prone to ripping and tearing off the frame when used to mount a winch bumper that will see some use. We have even see a numer of Tacomas that have this issue even with the bumper tie-in brackets that are available.
These 1/4" Tacoma bumper plates are very easy and cheap insurance to make sure you do not find yourself stranded on the trail with a bumper that has torn off!
These are easy to install with just a grinder and a welder. With a cut-off wheel, cut off the upper and lower flanges on the stock bumper plate Making them flush to the top and bottom of the frame. Use the factory studs to install and locate the bracket and mark all the areas to be welded. Clean the areas and weld the bracket on. Tap out the factory studs and install the provided 7/16s Grade 8 hardware. Add some paint and you are done!
What's included:
- 1/4" Tacoma Bumper Reinforcement Plate (Passenger and Driver)
- New 7/16 Grade 8 Hardware