w/ Winch Plate & 4 LED Spot Lights | Compatible with Toyota 4Runner (1996‑2002)
Built for serious off‑road & long‑distance overland adventures – Tubular grille guard + 12,000‑lb winch plate + 4.75‑ton D‑ring mounts.
⚠️ IMPORTANT – READ BEFORE PURCHASE
| 🚨 Consideration | Details |
|---|---|
| Installation difficulty | ⚠️ Professional installation highly recommended – large trimming and drilling of front steel horn required |
| Tools needed | Angle grinder (cutting & grinding discs), drill with 15mm bit, basic hand tools, safety gear, rust‑preventive paint |
| Wiring harness | Not included – requires 18‑gauge wire for LED connection |
| D‑rings | Not included – 4.75‑ton mounts only |
| Winch plate | Built‑in – rated up to 12,000 lbs |
| Fitment | 1996‑2002 Toyota 4Runner |
⚡ KEY FEATURES
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 🛡️ Tubular Grille Guard | Serious off‑road protection – shields grille and front end |
| 🏕️ Overland Ready | Ideal for serious off‑road and long‑distance overland adventures |
| 💡 4×9W LED Spotlights Included | Improved visibility in low‑light conditions (harness not included) |
| 🔶 2 LED Amber Turn Signal Lights | Integrated safety lighting – built into the bumper |
| 🔗 4.75‑Ton D‑Ring Mounts | Welded inside and out – reliable recovery points (D‑rings sold separately) |
| ⚙️ 12,000‑lb Winch Plate | Separate winch plate – winch ready out of the box |
| 🔧 Flip‑Up License Plate Mount | Street‑ready compliance with convenient access |
| 🛡️ 11‑Gauge Steel Main Body | Impact‑resistant protection – built for rugged use |
| 🔩 6‑Gauge & 9‑Gauge Mounting Structure | Extreme reinforcement for demanding recovery |
| 🎨 Textured Black Powder Coat + E‑Coating | Long‑lasting corrosion resistance |
🛠️ BUILD QUALITY & CONSTRUCTION
| Component | Material / Spec |
|---|---|
| Main Body | 11‑gauge (1/8″) steel plate – heavy‑duty |
| Tube Structure | 1.57″ × 0.06″ + 1.26″ × 0.06″ steel tubing – reinforced |
| Mounting Structure | 6‑gauge (13/64″) + 9‑gauge (5/32″) steel plate – extreme strength |
| Winch Plate | 9‑gauge (5/32″) steel plate – heavy‑duty |
| Finish (exterior) | Textured black powder coat – rugged, scratch‑resistant |
| Finish (interior) | Premium E‑coating – superior corrosion resistance |
| Bumper Weight | ~89 lbs |
🔩 Constructed for maximum strength and durability – built to handle demanding recovery and off‑road conditions.
🧩 DESIGN & UTILITY – EXCITING OVERLAND STYLING
The ExplorerX Front Bumper is built for serious off‑road driving and long‑distance overland adventures, delivering both strength and functionality.
Key features:
Tubular grille guard – Serious front‑end protection
4×9W LED spotlights – Improved visibility in low‑light conditions
2 LED amber turn signal lights – Integrated safety lighting
High‑strength D‑ring mounts – Reliable recovery points (D‑rings sold separately)
12,000‑lb winch plate – Separate plate – winch ready
Flip‑up license plate mount – Street‑ready compliance with easy access
🏔️ The perfect upgrade for 4Runner owners who demand serious off‑road capability and overland‑ready functionality.
🔧 INSTALLATION – CHALLENGING (PROFESSIONAL RECOMMENDED)
⚠️ Requires substantial cutting and trimming of the factory front frame horns, followed by drilling new mounting holes.
Tools needed:
Angle grinder (cutting & grinding discs)
Drill with 15mm bit
Basic hand tools
Safety gear
Rust‑preventive paint
Step‑by‑step:
Trim and cut the factory front frame horns for proper clearance.
Drill new mounting holes to secure the bumper mounting brackets.
Apply rust‑preventive paint to exposed metal.
Assemble the bumper components.
Position and align the bumper, then loosely secure with hardware.
Check alignment and adjust as needed.
Fully tighten all bolts and nuts.
Wiring required for:
4×9W LED spotlights
2 LED amber turn signal lights
Wiring harness not included – 18‑gauge wire recommended
✅ Professional installation by an experienced technician is highly recommended due to the cutting, drilling, and precise alignment required.
📦 WHAT'S IN THE BOX
| Item | Qty |
|---|---|
| Front Bumper Assembly | 1 |
| License Mounting Bracket | 1 |
| 9W LED Spot Lights | 4 |
| LED Turn Lights | 2 |
| Winch Plate (12,000‑lb rated) | 1 |
| Mounting Hardware Kit | 1 |
| Installation Instruction | 1 |
⚠️ Note: Wiring harness not included – requires 18‑gauge wire for safe LED connection. D‑rings sold separately.
📐 SPECS AT A GLANCE
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Main Material | 11‑gauge (1/8″) steel |
| Tube Structure | 1.57″ × 0.06″ + 1.26″ × 0.06″ steel |
| Mounting Structure | 6‑gauge + 9‑gauge steel |
| Winch Plate | 9‑gauge (5/32″) steel |
| Finish | Textured black powder coat + E‑coating inside |
| Bumper Weight | ~89 lbs |
| Winch Plate Rating | 12,000 lbs |
| D‑Ring Capacity | 4.75 tons |
| Package Size | 55.1 × 16.1 × 15.0 in |
| Package Weight | 96.3 lbs |
| Fitment | 1996‑2002 Toyota 4Runner |
✅ QUICK FITMENT CHECK
✔️ 1996‑2002 Toyota 4Runner – all trims
✔️ Tubular grille guard – serious front‑end protection
✔️ 12,000‑lb winch plate – winch ready
✔️ 4.75‑ton D‑ring mounts – recovery ready
✔️ 4×9W LED spotlights + 2 amber turn signals – total lighting package
⚠️ Professional installation highly recommended – trimming & drilling of front frame horns
⚠️ Tools required – angle grinder, 15mm drill bit, safety gear, rust‑preventive paint
🛒 READY TO UPGRADE YOUR 4RUNNER'S FRONT END?
The ExplorerX Front Bumper isn't just protection – it's a complete overland‑ready front‑end transformation with a tubular grille guard, winch plate, LED lighting, and amber turn signals built in.
Click Add to Cart – and give your 4Runner the serious off‑road capability it deserves.
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