Brute Force Fab FACTORY Rear Bumper install on 5th Gen 4 Runner

In February, I drove to Fresno, California, home of Brute Force Fab and the infamous "Billy" to have my rear bumper installed. I ordered it about 16 weeks prior (see lead times on their site) and was anxiously awaiting it's completion. Why did I drive almost 10 hours to Fresno?
1. To capture this behind-the-scenes video of the illusive Billy himself, installing this bumper, so you you could experience it via the Tube of You.
2. Because they don't ship the bumper powdercoated, and I wanted the "factory" powdercoat. I'm kinda picky like that.
3. Because frankly, I didn't want to have to deal with this install solo with all it's precision cutting, and begging my wife and kids to help me hold this thing up while I bolted it on.
I've gotten countless messages via Instagram about how I secured this bumper. Billy can be hard to get ahold of, but he responded to my initial text, sent me an invoice via email, I made a 50% deposit, trusted the process and 16 weeks later, I was on the road to get my bumper installed. Others have had less luck with communication, but mine went pretty smoothly.
This video is NOT a ho-to install video. I simply documented the process as most folks don't get to see it in person before heading to the shop or unpacking their bumper when it arrives. It may help visualize the install, but the measurements, cutting and mounting are things left to Billy and his crew. He mentioned he'd be putting together a how-to video in the future. And I'll be doing a full bumper walk around and review in the near future as well. Hopefully you enjoy this and it sheds some light on an enigma the likes of Nessy and Bigfoot.

[@solex408]

Just wanted to chime in as an owner of one of Billy’s bumpers too and I have to say that it is freaking solid and awesome. I’ve had my bumper for about a year now and have zero complaints about it. My bumper has been on quite a few trips with Moab being the most recent where I really beat on it. I was coming down a rock garden/shelf and fell right on the bumper and it held its shape and ate the impact. I will say that yes Billy is sometimes hard to get a hold of like many have experienced but he’s not purposely ignoring customers. His team is really small and he is doing his best to not flood his shop with orders. I would say he is one of the few owners who understands his supply chain and shop limitations very well. For anyone considering this bumper, you will not be disappointed with it and with Billy. Thanks for putting this video together for people to see process of installation and to see the “elusive” Billy. LOL

[@blackdiamond6944]

how heavy is this bumper with dual swings and 35's?

[@solex408]

@@blackdiamond6944 Mine weighs about 300-310 if I did my match correctly. LOL

[@blackdiamond6944]

@@solex408 just got mine last week, billy installed it, was nice to see the man in person.

[@koysaeteurn5329]

Nice rig! Billy's Brute Force fabrication is amazing, he installed my front bumper. Buncha cool guys.

[@francismallard5892]

I just LOVE how organized and clean your shop is, and how meticulous you guys are at your craft! Thanks for showing!

[@khan_4r]

That cut-off wheel without a shield scares the s**t out of me 😬 love the edit though!

[@smithncompany]

Thanks! He seems to know what he's doing :)

[@AZBADBOYz]

@@smithncompany That doesn't matter. Just a matter of time before that disc centrifugally explodes and he'll have no fingers. Years ago I worked for a commercial steel fab shop that had three guys get seriously wounded doing the same thing. There's NOTHING you can't do with the guard on that you can with it off. Most 4.5" grinders turn faster than 5" disc are rated for too.

[@bff1316]

I was, am, upset about the fibreglass being inhaled as the cutting was happening. I was forcibly retired because my lungs had finally said, "Enough, I cannot take anymore". I now drag an oxygen bottle around.

[@bff1316]

Cutting disks fill with plastic. That will cause an imbalance, a lot of vibration, and within a 1/2 second explode. I did that when younger. Thankfully nobody was in the shop, and I was not injured. I was scared as I should have been. It took a long time to clean the cutting wheel pieces from the shop. My boss came by the next day and asked me how the cutting had worked. He let me know he was happy I was not hurt, and learned to not be a bonehead. He was a great boss, had a background in the SEABEEs,@@AZBADBOYz

[@ExploringWithTheBz]

Love how the tire completely clears the tail light. Badass. Nice work!

[@lucasr5675]

What a wonderful piece of work! You guys nailed this install.

[@smithncompany]

Thanks! They did a great job. I just watched through my iPhone camera 😊

[@phxamigo]

I installed both bumpers on my 05 Tundra Doublecab made by Brute Force, some of the best products in the business!!!!

[@Grey_Ghost_GX]

Damn that's a sick rig!

[@smithncompany]

Thank you!

[@buzzg7347]

Great job you guys did! Very clean & professional 👍🏼

[@merlinambrosius2554]

Seriously. Watching this is an addiction.

[@africancustomfabricators9399]

GOOD WORK I LIKE THE WAY YOU KEEP EVERYWHERE YOU CLEAN

[@motube2389]

Dang great job!!! Neat work That runner is a beast will get you 8 mpg

[@ramonreyes1160]

Super !,,,,,,Nice work guys , very clean.Thanks for

[@rand0mGT]

Nicely done

[@PANORAMICTRIP]

Nice sharing 👍🏻

[@BranDaoCrash]

Great Job

[@christopheralexander5121]

Those guys do okay work..😉

[@smithncompany]

Yeah. Not too bad ;)

[@vinboughton4751]

Outstandi Bumper!!!! I need One!!

[@chuckasarus]

Do you guys have any spec’s on the tire and rim set up?

[@vladimirmitrovic9724]

Did you sell the black valance already?

[@lalok9912]

Where did you but the red trd on the wheel?

[@laloolhouvum1634]

No maxtrax mount? This is a touring rig on gravel, dry dirt and a daily driver. The

[@renk5000]

Is Billy still taking deposits for install?

[@chadspinalbosd007]

How much for this and how long does it take?

[@smithncompany]

You'd have to reach out to Brute Force Fab. Not sure what their lead times or prices are now.

[@user-fl6qx9uj5v]

What bumper is this

[@arinmirzayan3949]

What was the tire size?

[@smithncompany]

295/70/17

[@jbee1011]

If I bring my truck up there will you put one on mine?

[@bff1316]

Yes, they will. I know this is late by 6 months, but, future readers will know. I just drove up to Clovis to pick up my front & rear steel bumpers with dual swing outs. Very friendly. They place them on my roof rack, gently. I took them off at home. They can install both for you in a day I believe. Billy can be contacted through their site. He will call you or email you.

[@makariussulit]

does it need a heavy load rear springs?

[@jakemaule1901]

What brand water/gas cans are those?

[@phongc2232]

Could you take the swing outs when not needed? Thanks

[@smithncompany]

I haven’t, but yes you could.

[@cesar1981f]

I want one!!! :)

[@99leeray]

Tank. I need me a brute force booty

[@eduardorubio3031]

car is already underpower and they add all that extra weight

[@electricstartclint]

Gears

[@luissantana882]

How do know?

[@bff1316]

Hmm, I have the same vehicle. Carried the front & rear home last week. They were on my roof rack. Had no issues with being underpowered. Main issue was keeping speed down, both going up a mountain, down the other side, then up the mountain I lived on. No idea why you say the 4runner is under-powered.

[@truthisinyoureyes6052]

Where are you guys located?

[@smithncompany]

Hi. I just own the truck. 😊 Brute force fab is is Fresno.

[@bff1316]

The town of Clovis, barely north of Fresno california.

[@veerak1092]

how do I contact Brute Force Fab

[@smithncompany]

Hi. You can email them through their website I believe. They're a bit hard to get to respond. If you message me @calrunr on Instagram, I'll share direct contact info with you. That might be the best way to get in touch.

[@user-md6cu7ln3p]

👍👌🔥

[@thedolt9215]

No narration, no watch it…

[@panseun]

This is a ripoff CBI rear bumper and cbi is better the same design as cbi @CBI Offroad fab