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This is a discussion thread titled "Grill Guard vs Tow Hooks", within the Tacoma forum, part of the Truck Forums category.
I just got my 2008 double cab with the Off road option. It comes with tow hooks as part of the package. But, to put on a grill guard you have to remove the tow hooks. Any input on other options? I was told the grill guard really can't be used as tow hooks.
I just got my 2008 double cab with the Off road option. It comes with tow hooks as part of the package. But, to put on a grill guard you have to remove the tow hooks. Any input on other options? I was told the grill guard really can't be used as tow hooks.
I don't know which grille guard you are considering, but when I put on my WAAG, I simply put spacers between the hook and the frame (provided) and turned the hook the opposite way of stock. So, I do have my tow hook and a grille guard at the same time.
__________________ "Si vis pacem, para bellum"-Vegetius
2005 Tacoma Doublecab TRD Offroad 4X4 shortbed - Modifications - Fog light mod, Debadged, Black Toyota grille emblem, Map Light Mod, DRL mod
Factory Accessories - Tacoma Bedmat, Extra set of D-rings installed in front bed bolts, Extra set of factory tie downs
Optional Options - FilterMag, Fumoto valve, Westin Suregrip running boards w/LED lights, WeatherTech Floorliners, WeatherTech window visor vents, Prestige remote car starter w/keyless entry, SilverStar headlight and turn signal bulbs, Toytek 2" lift, Muth heated signal mirrors, WAAG grille guard (center only, I'm old school), Taillights tinted by JonsTintedTails.com, Anthracite FJ Cruiser wheels w/ 265/75r16 BFGoodrich A/T
you shouldnt have to remove the hooks... a lot of bumpers dont make you... but what kind of bumper are you looking at putting on? i just have the KC light mount as a metal bumper on my truck and LOVE IT!!!
__________________ 2007 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner TRD Off Road
Dark Blue, Xcab, PIAA headlights, CAI, KC front light bar, 2 Hella 500s, 2 KC Daylighters, Bestop soft shell, blacked out headlights, black grill, blacked out emblems
1958 Chevrolet Bel Air
teal and white, all original, in process of restoration
I don't know which grille guard you are considering, but when I put on my WAAG, I simply put spacers between the hook and the frame (provided) and turned the hook the opposite way of stock. So, I do have my tow hook and a grille guard at the same time.
Can you post a pic of your WAAG? I'm very interested in that BG
Can you post a pic of your WAAG? I'm very interested in that BG
Just click the camera in the upper corner of this post, those are my pics, and I just updated them yesterday.
__________________ "Si vis pacem, para bellum"-Vegetius
2005 Tacoma Doublecab TRD Offroad 4X4 shortbed - Modifications - Fog light mod, Debadged, Black Toyota grille emblem, Map Light Mod, DRL mod
Factory Accessories - Tacoma Bedmat, Extra set of D-rings installed in front bed bolts, Extra set of factory tie downs
Optional Options - FilterMag, Fumoto valve, Westin Suregrip running boards w/LED lights, WeatherTech Floorliners, WeatherTech window visor vents, Prestige remote car starter w/keyless entry, SilverStar headlight and turn signal bulbs, Toytek 2" lift, Muth heated signal mirrors, WAAG grille guard (center only, I'm old school), Taillights tinted by JonsTintedTails.com, Anthracite FJ Cruiser wheels w/ 265/75r16 BFGoodrich A/T
Thanks for the input. I think I will be putting on nerf bars first and decide on the grill guard down the road. Should have my camper shell in a week or two so I'm taking it one step at a time.
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