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Bumper Hitch Step

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Waterlooboy2.5, Aug 9, 2016.

  1. Aug 9, 2016 at 8:59 PM
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    Does anyone out there have a bumper hitch step they highly recommend?
    With the new bumpers I would feel more comfortable if I had a little more insurance at the back end.
    Thank you.
     
    Waterlooboy2.5, Aug 9, 2016
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  2. Aug 9, 2016 at 9:02 PM
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    I have it. I love it. It does get slick if it's wet, but very stout.
     
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  6. Aug 9, 2016 at 9:41 PM
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    How snug does it sit in the receiver, any movement while driving?
     
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  7. Aug 10, 2016 at 11:21 AM
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    I noticed rhino has a dominator bumper hitch step that looks pretty stout? Anybody have any experience with it?
     
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    love my Smittybilt as well moves a bit i used electric tape to keep it snug in there! it weight about 50 pounds though
     
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    Just pulled the trigger on this setup.
    1.) Tri-Global Hitch Step / Tow Point
    Basically a more rugged, anti-slip version of the Smittybuilt Beaver Step:
    Website: https://www.tgl-global.com/products/tgl-hitch-step-tow-hitch-for-2-receivers
    They have to be from the same manufacturer, both have the exact same design with a 10,000lb load rating but I just like how TGL added the welded cross hatch grip and textured powdercoat.. Not sure why smitty finished them in slippery gloss powder coat to begin with..
    Amazon:
    $60 TGL Truck Hitch Step, Trailer Hitch Step, Tow Hitch for 2" Receivers, Truck Accessories
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XZLSFKT/ref=crt_ewc_img_dp_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A23GO7B5XV9KKN

    2.) Paired that up with this epoxy black locking hitch pin (make sure you go Class V min. 3 1/4" pin or it won't fit the 3rd Gen. reinforced 2.5" O.D. (outside diameter) hitch.)
    $29 Trimax – T5Black – 5/8" Receiver Lock – 3.5" Span, Fits Class V Hitches, Machine-Forged Chrome Steel, Black Epoxy Coating, Anti-Theft Keyed Lock
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J0ABS5M/ref=crt_ewc_img_dp_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

    3.) Also noted a few complaints of the smitty beaver step having a lot of play/rattle so I grabbed this hitch tightener kit:
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    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IO2N44E/ref=crt_ewc_img_dp_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A15KQ2EWUEW0DO

    Hope everyone can find this research helpful.
     
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  13. Feb 24, 2018 at 4:14 AM
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    If you are able to figure out how to get the hitch tightner to fit with the beaver step please share. I bought one and wasn’t able to get it to stay attached with the OEM reciever.
     
    FLGator, Feb 24, 2018
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  14. Feb 24, 2018 at 11:08 AM
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    The one I bought had issues as well and I have a aftermarket receiver. I think it has more to do with the step than anything. I just ended up wrapping electrical tape around it and its fine.
     
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  15. Feb 28, 2018 at 10:43 PM
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    Did this the past weekend and it worked great. Thanks for the suggestion. I also spayed my beaver tail with a bed liner material to help with the traction issues and small chips that were starting to rust
     
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    Looking to order the step today to get on to the bed. I will order this, unless I can find something else.
     
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