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    Had a client who was pining after a custom front bumper we have had here on a first gen 4Runner in the shop for some time. Here is the bumper in question:



    We decided to sell it to him and go in a different direction with the 4Runner. And to go along with the custom front bumper, he asked that we build a custom set of sliders and install a Trail Gear rear bumper.

    Here is the beautiful, low mileage (just over 100K miles) '84 Toyota that he brought in to us:











    We quickly stripped the original equipment off of it.








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    We started first on the sliders. Our client wanted not only protection but also a useful step when accessing the bed of the truck. Here is what we came up with:

    Started by cutting and capping some 2x3 tubing, and then bending up some 1.75" DOM:







    Then welded up the pieces:



    Designed, cut, and dimpled a plate for the foot step. The dimples add a little, much needed traction. And welded them into place:








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    The sliders were then test fitted to the truck:











    They then got coated in primer and paint. They will be welded on shortly.

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    Before we could install the sliders, we needed to make some frame plates and gussets, and get the plates welded to the frame:













    Then welded the sliders into place:






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    Next up was the front frame support. I will let the photos do most of the explaining:









    The front bumper build was highlighted in an earlier thread so I am inclined not to rehash that. But if you would like to check out the extensive build thread, click the following link: http://www.colorado4x4.org/vbb/showt...Toyota-4Runner

    We coated the bumper and the frame and then installed it onto the truck. We also added a Warn X8000i and a set of flush mounted LED lights to the bumper.








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    Painted the rear Trail Gear bumper:



    Installed the rear bumper and then wired the lights and winch, and swapped the side markers for blinkers. Then took it outside for a few photos of the finished product.
















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    What a great little truck! Beautiful work!

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    The truck and your additions keep a clean look.

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    looks great!

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    Very nice work!

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