ARB Summit Bumper and Recommended Suspension

Hello everyone! I hope folks are managing the virus threat well-enough. I'm looking forward to spring and hoping things settle back to normal in the coming weeks.

I have a 2019 CM Limited TRD Off-Road and have had bad luck in the past with deer collisions. I picked up the new Tundra a little over a year ago and luckily I haven't had any deer run out in front of me. My father-in-law has an ARB bumper on his old Nissan Titan and I am seriously considering getting the Summit bumper from them for my truck.

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I assume I need a beefier suspension since the bumper weighs in over 200#. I live off-road a good distance from the main highway, but nothing overly bumpy...got some rough ditches and potholes though. The truck is my daily driver for the next several years and I do plan on keeping it for as long as she continues to run. My questions are:

1) Is a replacement suspension necessary with the TRD Off-Road package? If so,

2) What recommendations do you all have for a good replacement suspension to accommodate this bumper setup?

3) Is the suspension swap-out a job for the average Joe? Do I need special tools and a lift to do it?

4) Any other suggestions or helpful hints about other possible full-grill bumpers or other suggestions??​

I would have the Toyota stealership install the bumper, but I thought I might get them to do the suspension at the same time once the bumper is installed. That is assuming they don't charge an arm and a leg for it. The bumper labor was reasonable...I think $130 is what they quoted me several months back.

For example, would the meet my needs and what about the rear options...anyone else have a similar setup and have thoughts on this?
I appreciate the suggestions in helping me choose. Maybe once things calm down some I'll be able to have this done!

Thanks,
Anthony

 

I run the c4 front bumper (160lbs + winch and lights) and run the icon vehicle dynamics front coilovers, UCA's and 2 coachbuilder shims and shackles in the back.

 

Thanks Dexter...I like the look of that bumper! How does it ride when you go over bumps or hit potholes...and driving down the highway?

 

Some companies have a longer heavier coil for a winch and bumper that still equals a 2” lift. OME is made by ARB, and Dobinsons suspension also has this down IMO

 

Rides great!

 

Hey Anthony!

You have a great name! I'm Anthony over at Toyteclifts! Our boss system is definitely going to be able to handle the extra added weight especially with that arb bumper. We have noticed the 2.5 shock body's are more popular with the Tundra guys with that much extra weight. Let me know what specific questions you have and I'll help out as much as I can sir!

 

I plan on getting this same bumper for my Tundra in the next few months and I've been researching what I'll need before it goes on.

1) A replacement suspension is necessary once you add the bumper. The TRD Sport suspension is the firmest from the Tundra line up. The TRD Off Road suspension is the softest and will likely yield the most sag once the bumper is added.

2) I recommend something that is designed to handle the weight. If you plan on adding other things like lights, winch and skids you might need to look at getting springs with a higher rate. The Toytec Boss 2.5 would be a better recommendation. Depending on the amount of sag you get when adding the bumper you could add some preload to gain the correct height. Also, consider Upper Control Arms the closer you get to a 3" lift.

3) Suspension installs are pretty easy and if you have the space and time I highly recommend doing it yourself. Ask someone to give you a hand and you can easily knock it out over a weekend. Take your time and watch a few YouTube videos before hand. The bumper is not something I would recommend doing at home. Since you need to cut your stock bumper I would take this to a place that has done it before. NOT a Toyota Dealership. Labor on something like this is way more that your quoted $130. More like $500.

4) I highly recommend ARB bumpers for one reason. They are designed to be used with your airbag system.

 

I have had and ARB bumper before....best and strongest bumper I have ever seen.

 

Currently running the arb with a 12k winch and now wko sliders. I'm running king suspension all around have 700# springs on the front does great for me

 

The suspension set up is simple to do your self honestly I did mine in my in my driveway not hard if you have the basic tools and a torque wrench. the bumper was simple as well to do just take your time and have some help to install me and my grandfather did it ourselves in his shop

 

@WX4SNO
Did you ever get this bumper?
What did you end up going with for suspension, and did you have any issues with the TSS sensor from the bumper being in the way?

 

How much length does this bumper add to the truck over stock? Have some garage limitations I need to assess before pulling the trigger. Thanks!

 

Can anyone with an ARB Summit bumper tell me whether the bumper must be removed for headlight replacements? I am in the market for a bumper but looks like taking the grill off would be impossible with this bumper on there. Would love some feedback