Overview:
The Plate Rear Bumper DIY Kit is a weld-together, heavy-duty rear bumper solution for 3rd Gen 4Runners, offering full rear-end protection, modular swing-out options, and high-clearance geometry for off-road performance.
– Fully enclosed steel construction for rear protection
– Modular swing-out option supports up to 35" spare tires
– Slotted/tabbed design for precise, simplified assembly
– High-clearance design improves departure angle
– Oversized mounts and hardware accommodate frame variation
– Compatible with body lifts up to 2"
Specifications:
Bumper:
– Frame mounts: 1/4" HRPO steel
– Center section, swing-out plates, braces: 3/16" HRPO steel
– Sides and end caps: 10-gauge (0.1345") HRPO steel
– Shackle mounts: 1/2" HR steel, through-welded with 1" hole
– Crossbeam: 2" x 2" x 3/16" square tubing
– Hitch: 2.5" x 2.5" x 3/16" square tubing
– Approximate bumper weight: 95 lbs
Swing-Out (optional):
– Tire mount: Fits up to 35", 6x5.5 bolt pattern, M12x1.50 studs
– Main components: 1/4" and 3/16" HRPO steel
– Tubing: 1.75" OD x 11-gauge ERW and 2.5" square tubing
– Hinge: Dual-shear, 3/4" alloy steel shoulder bolt with DOM sleeve and flanged bushings
– Latch: 2000 lb rated, safety lock, spring plunger holds at 100° open
– Swing-out weight: ~40 lbs including all hardware
Fitment:
1996–2002 Toyota 4Runner
Notes:
DIY weld-together kit. Tire carrier swing-out is optional. License plate must be relocated. Tubing for tire mount ships oversized for trimming and adjustment. Not rated for towing. Minor cosmetic imperfections from shipping may be present.
