How To Install CBI Offroad Steel Rear Bumper On 4Runner

We install a CBI Offroad steel rear bumper with dual swing-out arms on our 5th Gen 4Runner. Plus some "behind the scenes" shots of us screwing up our lines. You're not going to want to miss this one!

[@SangTran-zn7lq]

I wish more youtubers would film their installs as detailed and neatly as you guys. Keep up the awesome work.

[@WanderlostOverland]

THANK YOU!

[@bff1316]

At 4:30 the hook is used to hold the vehicle down during shipping to the deck. Also in front under the front frame, welded on in factory. When a stuck vehicle does not accessible hooks to attach straps or wenches too, (winches), I use the factory holddown hooks. I have just brought home my Brute Force front and rear steel bumpers, with swing arms. My digital batteries are charged, 32 gb cards in camera and case. Part one: A nice 5 hour drive one way to collect my Trails new pieces. Part 2: Hook up block & tackle to two Cedar trees so they will will lift the skid/bumpers, and I will drive out from under it. To be continues on its own YT instruction video / photo set.

[@Khorsathedark]

Buys bajillion dollar 4-runner, proceeds to cut it up for a bumper install. Mad props to you guys for not being afraid to make your truck into what you want.

[@WanderlostOverland]

I’m telling you what, that first cut was hard to make!,,’

[@carletos]

You guys are awesome! I enjoy the way you interact with each other with the eye looks and bloopers.

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thank you!

[@gilquez1881]

The black bumper looks great against the Red T4R!! Love the double swing arms too. Thanks for sharing.

[@binyamj]

I paid CBI over $800 to install mine, and I can't stand the bumper (single swing out). You two made the right decision on the correct bumper and doing it yourself. Great video!

[@WanderlostOverland]

With the single we were concerned about it sticking too far out the back when open.

[@im_an_alvani]

Glad to see the meat grinder back on the road! This was a great install vid and I liked that the bloopers were left in.

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thank you!

[@sammickelsen540]

so we got a 4runner sr5, 4runners have always been my dream car to get because you can do so many cool things to it. yalls channel have really gave me some ideas to do and your channel is very entertaining and educational. :)

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thanks Sam!

[@TravisHeatherly]

Hey guys. I just installed this bumper on my 4Runner yesterday. Your video was a great help. I also used your other video to relocate my backup camera. Just wanted to say thank you for making these videos!!

[@WanderlostOverland]

Travis Heatherly thanks for watching! Glad the videos helped. Appreciate your sharing your experience with us. Hopefully we will all be able to get out and enjoy the great outdoors soon.

[@allangalvez8235]

Awesome video once again!!!! Can’t wait to see this rig in person someday knowing how thorough you are with everything and the attention to detail. Glad we can see it all in action.

[@louie000007]

Awesome vid! Great you included the video mistakes. It made for a fun view.

[@SexualParasment]

I follow for the FJ cruiser how to's but I watch these 5th gen vids too. Beauty rigs, great videos!

[@WanderlostOverland]

In many ways the FJ is very much like the 4Runner.

[@ocram9690]

You two are hilarious! Keep them coming!

[@se7515]

These two like each other. They must not be married.

[@WanderlostOverland]

We are, for thirty+ years!

[@se7515]

@@WanderlostOverland congrats. I think every other husband goes to the garage to hide.

[@robhoffman510]

@@WanderlostOverland Nothing better than being married to your best friend and Adventure Buddy! My wife and I are closer to 4 decades and she usually hits the shop/trail just before I do! (;->

[@chuckasarus]

I like your two helpers in the back of your 4Runner. That would be scary to cut into your new 4Runner, but the bumper came out nice.

[@akihiro88]

That was funny when you made her unbolt the bumper....hahaha

[@seanware719]

Really enjoy your videos and nice to see the team work. Really helpful and enjoyable to watch. Getting ready to buy a 4Runner myself if I can find one at the dealer. Not so easy these days. Great videos guys!! I subscribed!!! Good stuff

[@WanderlostOverland]

Great to hear!

[@SentinelWERA43]

Another great video! Y’all almost make it look easy!

[@WanderlostOverland]

That's the wonderful world of video editing.

[@mst3rmind879]

Bloopers are funny as hell! Keep it up you two!

[@WanderlostOverland]

If you keep watching we'll keep putting them out!

[@walibilal91]

Great install!!

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thank you!

[@RB_CO]

You guys are kooky but I like it. Very informative install. We plan to run the same bumper. Thanks for posting!

[@adamghahate3323]

Seriously entertaining, guys! keep it up!

[@WanderlostOverland]

We will, thanks!

[@titotobias8009]

Thanks for this video. That's the exact bumper I'm going with.

[@WanderlostOverland]

You won't be disappointed!

[@markbolton488]

Took 6 months but I finally received my CBI dual swing out bumper and am about to install it. I see that most folks just lower their tail pipe to clear the bumper. Looks from google images like it is vulnerable in that location. Have you been happy with the 90 degree angle you installed? No issues with exhaust flow or clearance? Looks like a great resolution. Let me know. Thanks!

[@WanderlostOverland]

The tailpipe coming out the rear will eventually get smashed coming down from or going up a rock. We're very happy with it going out the side.

[@thomasbarnett4440]

I do not have a bumper as sweet as this, but I am trying to figure how to get my exhaust pipe into a less vulnerable spot… can you provide a little more detail on the 90degree bend you installed? I find it helpful if you explain any sort of mechanical automotive concept like you’re talking to a 10 year old, lol…

[@markbolton488]

@@thomasbarnett4440 I was able to cut off the tail pipe and install a 90 degree very much like they show in their video. I used pipe clamps and it was easy to cut the hanger bracket off the removed cut pipe and weld it to the pipe clamp. This held the new 90 degree up just fine.

[@randallstanaway7846]

Great video, and great looking ride!

[@michaelaniszewski7089]

Nice Dogs!

[@javiervargasbrenes2413]

Hi. Great channel. I´m waiting for my bumper and wonder about de best lights to fit in the holes. I prefer the patch tipe. What are de dimensions of the hole? Due to country regulations, they have to be red and can´t be to bright. Any thoughts? Tank you.

[@sergiooliver5207]

Very cheesy videos but very good information you guys put out!

[@WanderlostOverland]

Spending as much time in the great state of Wisconsin, we're all about the cheese. Thanks for watching!

[@mollet6097]

Hi, You two are great! I wish I had the space, guts and the extra hands and brain to take on these project like you guys do. Instead I pay thru the nose to have the work done professionally with the hope that it's done right. Often I'm disappointed. I have the same CBI dual swing bumper installed on my 16' 4Runner but I'm being told that the mud flaps can't go back on because there is no where to attach them. CBI said that a hole needs to be drilled in the bumper. Without the mud flaps, the jobs looks unfinished and there's lots of space for dirt & debris to get caught. I've seen a lot of pics where the mud flaps are reinstalled but can't tell if you guys put your's back on. If so, can you tell me how you did it. I was thinking about using JB Weld to afix a bracket to the inside of the bumper so the mud flap has a solid attachment point. Hope I hear back. In any event, thanks for the video's!

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thanks for watching and liking our videos!!!We took some thick rubber and made our own new mudflaps. We mounted them by drilling a couple holes in the leading edge of the bumper and using self taping screws. The factory mounting holes worked well for attaching them in the inner wheel wells.

[@mollet6097]

WOW, you guys are the best. Thanks for the fast reply. I have the OEM flaps so I'll start there. Thanks for the helpful input! Nevada Lou

[@lucasr5675]

Hi wonder folks! Great video....question, do you feel a lot of vibration or shaking with the spare or the other stuff you carry with this bumper? Also...different topic...don't forget my request on the winch usage and setup. I think it would be a total hit.

[@WanderlostOverland]

Sometimes we get some from our tire mount on certain concrete surfaces.

[@Kiss__Kiss]

Sorry I am late to this one but as always, both entertaining and educational. That 'Stash ( Moustache) at 11:39 though... That must have been your look when you proposed huh Mark? lol Kidding, kidding!!! I still love you guys!!!

[@orlandotrejo1714]

Nice rig man

[@radioman321]

You never mentioned anything, so I just wanted to make sure that there were no fitment issues with your air tank you previously installed. I’m planning on the same set up you have with rear bumper and ARB dual pump compressor and air tank.

[@WanderlostOverland]

No fitment problem at all. At first we thought it might hang a little low with the steel bumper, but it tucks up there nicely. You actually have to get on your knees to see it. We'd be interested in seeing pics of your set-up. Can you share some on our Facebook page when you're done?

[@radioman321]

Wanderlost Overland, thanks for the reply. I will. I’ve been placing orders. Now we play the waiting game until everything arrives. I also order the C4fab low pro bumper. I like the aesthetics of the front too much to do a full wrap around bumper in the front.

[@johnumek5273]

Great job

[@drewman5740]

Great Install Vid . . as always! . . Please let me know what you decided to do with backup camera - Thanks

[@WanderlostOverland]

Thanks! If you're on Facebook we'll likely post our relocate there.

[@sethogle3141]

Are the square cutouts in the corners blind spot monitor compatibility?

[@donvape336]

My gosh. I could never do this.

[@JeanYvesHudon]

The 4runner has around 1600lbs payload. With all the mods, are you worried about exceeding it?

[@WanderlostOverland]

Nope, not at all.

[@mykalbee]

Very nice.

[@newlifeoverland226]

I’ve watched almost all your videos now and I still can’t find the mention of the Jerry can Brands. Who makes your fuel can?

[@ffwr-109]

What’s the best first thing to add to your 4Runner? I’m going to be getting read of my mustang really soon and getting a 4Runner because I need more space and also I like traveling off road. Just what’s the best thing to add to it first?

[@WanderlostOverland]

If your chosen 4Runner doesn't already, get some decent all-terrain tires.

[@markbolton488]

Hey, just subscribed to you channel. You two are fun to watch, but more importantly, really show some great equipment and build ideas. Hope you don't mind if I use a bunch of your ideas! Questions on the CBI rear bumper: How does that single latch work? Is it holding it all in place well? Any significant play when off road? Also, how did you go about relocating your rear camera? Where?

[@WanderlostOverland]

There's plenty of adjustment on the latch and the "foot" that sets on the bumper to keep it nice and tight. We did have a little vibration from the spare tire on certain surfaces. We moved it around a bit until it went away. Here's how we relocated the camera: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYvOeKJse5WHecU

[@markbolton488]

@@WanderlostOverland Thanks much. CBI rear dual swing bumper on order! (Won't be holding my breath however)

[@626berry]

Can you tell me how you mounted your propane tank to the CBI bumper and what size tank it is? Recently purchased the same bumper

[@WanderlostOverland]

We custom made a bracket for the 5# tank. Others have asked the same question. As soon as we can get to it we'll be producing a video on it. Stay tuned!

[@twitty0311]

So how do you move the camera? Appreciate y'all doing these videos by the way! Ive actually learned what I want to do to mine through y'all.

[@WanderlostOverland]

We haven't figured it out completely yet but we have found a wiring harness made specifically for this. We'll likely do a video on it when we get around to it.

[@twitty0311]

Awesome, thanks for responding!

[@WanderlostOverland]

@@darthstrukt The plate light did come with the bumper. The camera relocation kit is from RSG Offroad. Here's the install video on it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYvOeKJse5WHecU

[@Outdoorsy818]

Greetings Wanderlost Overland! Another great video, we really appreciate them:) Have you guys noticed any excessive wobble while driving after installing the bumper? V/R, M&S

[@WanderlostOverland]

One some pavement we get a little wobbling of the spare tire, but it's not very often.

[@Outdoorsy818]

@@WanderlostOverland Thanks for responding guys! Bumper on order..! Cheers, M&S

[@ThePearfish]

Can you fit a full size 2 burner stove on the bumper table?

[@WanderlostOverland]

Yup, that's what we use it for.

[@okie9]

Question about the cap on the bearing stack. I've had my bumper for about as long as you've had yours and it's time to replace the tire side bearings as they are starting to have too much play. That little 4mm set screw, did you have to tighten that as part of the installation process? I'm wondering because I've broken 4 bits trying to loosen it, one of them being a hardened bit, used heat, soaked it, etc and it won't budge. And of course CBI won't sell me a replacement top plate. Wondering if I'm screwed here, lol. Thanks for any insight! Cheers.

[@WanderlostOverland]

We put never-sieze on our set screw. Twice a year we take that top cap off and oil the bearings with a light machine oil.

[@okie9]

@@WanderlostOverland good plan. I wish I would have done that! I'm heading to CBI next week to have them replace the bearing sets on both sides, most likely get a new (warrantied) top plate or two depending on if they can get the other one off. I'll definitely keep the new set screws in better shape this time around. Thanks

[@markbolton488]

Hey guys, planning out my DIY drawer system largely using your ideas in your two videos. I'm wondering if you've found there is enough room to pull out your fridge while having your swing-arm mounted table down. I can't find any clear photos of the CBI bumper with the swing arm open that would tell me. Is there only one open position for the swing arms or can they open further than that first pin hole? Thanks!

[@WanderlostOverland]

Yup, plenty of room to pull out the fridge with the table down. And there is only one fully open and locked position on the arms. Thanks for watching our videos.

[@markbolton488]

@@WanderlostOverland Thanks again!

[@Sam1986E]

So how does the Runner drive and handle now with the new bumper?? Any issues with it?? Do you guys recommend CBI??? or should i go for another type/brand??

[@WanderlostOverland]

It handles better then ever, super comfy ride! We knew we were going to be adding weight to the rear so we put on ToyTec's HD rear springs. If what you're after is a bumper with a super solid swing-out and a latching system that isn't going to fail, definitely go with CBI. Nobody makes a stringer swing-out "hinge" then theirs's.

[@Sam1986E]

Good stuff, yes i guess ill update my suspension first before i add the CBI bumpers then. Thanks for the update

[@xX_Skraith_Xx]

Do you ever worry about stuff getting nicked off the back of your 4R if you take it somewhere and walk off for a bit? e.g. hiking or something of the like. Thinking about something like this once I finally decide to get a 4R but that's always worried me.

[@WanderlostOverland]

We use cable locks.

[@xX_Skraith_Xx]

Gotcha. I was wondering if there was some way to lock it down, but all I could get my mind to think of was ratchet straps. Thanks for a speedy reply and I'm loving your style of humorous yet informational tutorials!

[@TheKmkmchannel]

Could it fit for 4runner limited

[@lucress9319]

How is your lift holding up? Do you have any complaints or wishes in it's performance?

[@WanderlostOverland]

The Toytec lift is working flawlessly! We've been running the same set-up on our FJ for close to 20,000 miles too with no problems. Glad we got the HD rear springs to hold up our rear bumper and camping gear in back.

[@lucress9319]

Wanderlost Overland sweetdeal! I remember a few months back I called toytec about the ultimate and the boss and relayed the info back to you guys. Which specific boss lift did you go with again?

[@onenitemike]

Did you rustproof the welds you ground down on the frame somehow?

[@WanderlostOverland]

We repainted all the spots where we smoothed out welds.

[@hubcityaerials1386]

Where did yall relocate the trailer wire plug? I've not found a good place with my coastal offroad bumper yet. Thanks

[@WanderlostOverland]

We haven't moved it, and boy is it getting beat up!

[@JDBeastmode]

I hope you painted those grind marks

[@WanderlostOverland]

Absolutely did!

[@kyledanger45]

is the extra weight of the bumper noticeable when you drive?

[@WanderlostOverland]

Not at all.

[@brandonking5191]

Having both the fj and 4runner. Which do you like best?

[@WanderlostOverland]

They're like kids, we love them equally. The FJ Cruiser is more brawny, tough looking. It performs better in tight offroad spots due to its shorter wheelbase and just has that cool factor going for it. The 4Runner is the more sophisticated sibling. It's just as capable offroad but does it looking more elegant. The interior creature comforts are much more plush then the FJ but, we do like the FJ's all rubber floor and water resistant seats for those less than perfect weather days. Under their clothes they are remarkably similar; same drive train, suspension, etc. I think we'll use the FJ for our shorter trips and where there's a risk of trail rash or damage. The 4Runner for our long distance travels where comfort and space are desirable. Oh, also, we have mud terrains on the FJ and all terrain tires on the 4Runner. Big difference there.

[@brandonking5191]

Wanderlost Overland Thanks! I was curious. I have had an 07 fj since new and was looking to get something new.

[@mikecarsner2284]

anyone know what bumper this is?

[@luistoroteijeiro7701]

Nice bumper. What’s the brand ?

[@oliverheaviside2539]

@luis toro teijeiro. CBI Offroad Fab is the company.

[@vtxtra]

Question on this bumper: Will the dual swing outs work with a Gobi ladder?

[@WanderlostOverland]

If it doesn't stick out more than 3" from the hatch it might.

[@joelmaloney2968]

Tell them when you order and they will make the adjustments during fabrication. Mine is coming in july ready to install with a Gobi ladder!

[@VanillaGorilla502]

@@joelmaloney2968 How’d it turn out?

[@joelmaloney2968]

@@VanillaGorilla502 really well!

[@karthikkailash535]

How much weight does this add over stock?

[@WanderlostOverland]

About 130#

[@YouTubeMaster1611]

What mod did you have to make to the exhaust?

[@WanderlostOverland]

We cut off the tailpipe behind the axle and put a 90 degree bend on it, sending it out the side right behind the tire.

[@YouTubeMaster1611]

I priced the bumper and it was over $4K! I could buy a really nice trailer for $4k.......

[@KilgoreUSA]

Rubber baby buggy bumpers.

[@FullMetalNapkin]

Ugh cutting the bumper... freaks me out