Steel front bumper

I am replacing my bumper cover for a steel bumper in my 2004 tundra. But Im havinkg all kinds of issues trying to figure out how/wgere the 2 brackets attach to my truck and what size bolts to use. Any suggestions would be so appreciated.
Thanks!
Girllovestrucks

 

You're trying to put which bumper on? Like the 00-02 metal bumper? Or an aftermarket bumper? Pics.would.help.

 

Oem bumper and finally figured out that the brackets attach to the reinforcement bar. Talked to Roman and got bolts coming..

 

Is the metal bumper a direct swap (assuming you have all hardware/bracketry) for the bumper cover? I have a 2006 with some front and rear bumper issues. Was contemplating adding the steel bumpers from the earlier trucks.

 

My bumper is an oem but does not come complete with everything you need. I used thesubassembly diagram from toyotaofcoopsprings for steel bumper to make sure had all parts. The one issue I am having is the left/lright mounting bracket bolts. There is no size given so I asked coolsprings got the bolts yesterday but were too small. I found that the bolt size is the sane as that used on the reenforcment bar, size 14 fine thread. Once I receive the bolts I can finally put together.

 

It is a direct swap until you get to the mounting brackets