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Need advice regarding steel bumpers with stock suspension.

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by KingRed, Feb 14, 2019.

  1. Feb 14, 2019 at 3:46 PM
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    KingRed

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    I drive a 2017 Tundra 2wd Double Cab SR5 TSS with the 4.6L engine. My factory rear bumper took some damage, so I replaced it with a Fab Fours black steel bumper. Next week, I’ll be ordering the matching front bumper.

    My question is basically can I get away without suspension mods or do I really need to upgrade? Both front and rear bumpers are stated to weigh 185lbs per the Fab Fours website. I seem to have the factory black shocks and struts as of now.

    There are a few conditions that need to be considered:

    1. The front steel bumper will be basic. No winch, no guard rail/bars, no winch mounting plate. (no off-roading)
    2. My truck is already lighter than others because it’s the smaller double cab and the smaller engine vs 5.7L crewmax.
    3. I’m thinking the rear bumper should balance out the front bumper?
    4. I’m not interested in, or have the money for a suspension lift. I don’t want to mess with the geometry of the factory suspension, nor do I want to have to worry about UCAs, difficult alignments, or increased wear on joints.
    5. One of my favorite things about the Tundra is the smooth “Cadillac” ride. Would prefer not to sacrifice that if not necessary.

    So, my primary concern is whether or not the I need to stiffen up the front suspension to avoid problems with bad handling, braking, body roll, sagging front shocks etc.

    If it does require some suspension upgrades, what are the most affordable options? Bilstein 5100s with stock coils? Lowest setting adjustable coil overs and simple Bilstein struts in back?

    Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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  2. Feb 14, 2019 at 5:04 PM
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    Luckydog

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    I think you will be fine. It might be worthwhile to get your alignment checked after a couple weeks. The front might settle down a little bit. I did notice that the body roll lessened somewhat when I swapped out to Bilstein 6112’s. That is my unprofessional opinion. Good luck! It will look great, and the protection from dings and dents is invaluable.
     
  3. Feb 20, 2019 at 1:27 PM
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    You’ll be ok I’ve had my replacement bumpers front and rear on for a year and had no issues. Even worked great with an impact from a broken trailer I was hauling
     
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    Thanks for the encouragement! Appreciate it!
     
  5. Feb 20, 2019 at 4:44 PM
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    I have the fab fours premium bumper with winch. It's 185lbs before the winch. I have rough country n2.0 struts 3". Since adding the extra weight, my front end is sagging and really rough on bumps and stuff now. Going to be upgrading soon.

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  6. Feb 20, 2019 at 7:17 PM
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    hey man i have the same bumper setup, what type of lights are those? I'm digging that look vs the Light bar.
     
  7. Feb 21, 2019 at 1:37 AM
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  8. Feb 21, 2019 at 9:49 AM
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    95 lbs rear bumper (online specs) 73914495-0B05-4DF0-9FCD-105CF06DF41B.jpg
    180 lbs front bumper

    Although I haven’t noticed any alignment issues it does add extra weight but nothing too crazy. My shocks could be going bad from everyday off-road use so am looking into replacing after I get a level kit
     
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