Timbren Industries Bump Stop Install **PIC HEAVY**

just got picked up by Timbren Industries as a sponsor and wanted to share the write up i did on their front and rear bump stop kit! enjoy and if you have any questions, comments or additions please feel free to make suggestions good or bad

2016+ TOYOTA TACOMA

TIMBREN INDUSTRIES BUMP STOP KIT

(FRONT KIT)


Disclaimer: Timbren Industries is not held liable for any damage to yourself, property, tools or vehicle. This is simply a guide reference on how to install your Timbren Industries front bump stop kit for your 2016+ Toyota Tacoma. If you do not feel comfortable completing the steps below, please seek the help of a professional to complete the install.



Parts:

A00140-65T00 Qty 2

A16060-003 Qty 2

F13536-853 Qty 2

F31051-450 Qty 2


Step one:

Ensure your vehicle is parked on a level surface with the emergency brake engaged. Chock the front wheels for added safety to prevent the vehicle from rolling forward.

Step two:

At this time, you can lift the vehicle for easier access (please ensure to use jack stands and other safety items while lifting any vehicle) This install was completed with the vehicle on the ground.

Step three:

Locate the OEM front bump stop and remove by turning counter clockwise with a pipe wrench or similar tool. (Note: the nut is welded to the lower control arm and will not be removed. )



(This picture is taken from the center looking outward towards the tire)



Step four:

Once the OEM bump stop has been removed you can see there is a sizeable difference between the two. These will make a big difference and the quality is far superior to the oem counterpart.





Step five:

To install your new Timbren Industries front bump stop you will use an 8mm allen wrench to tighten the new bumpstop to the pre existing location. (Note: the supplied lock nut will not be used for this install due to the OEM nut being welded. This nut will take place of the lock nut supplied) Once snug make one ½ turn to ensure its properly tightened (Loctite or similar thread lock will prevent the bolt from getting loose over time and is highly recommended)




Step six:

Place the vehicle back on the ground if lifted and make sure all tools and remaining hardware (2 lock nuts) is cleared prior to moving the vehicle. Sit back and enjoy your new Timbren Industries front bump stop kit!


(REAR KIT)

Parts:

F31003-250 Qty 2

A00515-55P30 Qty 2

A1602B-003 Qty 2

F11059-180 Qty 4

F41034-050 Qty 4

K41034-003 Qty 2

F12063-653 Qty 2

F36005-150 Qty 8

F40051-080 Qty 8

K51388-003 Qty 2

F17U27-150 Qty 4


Step one:

Ensure your vehicle is parked on a level surface with the emergency brake engaged. Chock the front wheels for added safety to prevent the vehicle from rolling forward.

Step two:

At this time, you can lift the vehicle for easier access (please ensure to use jack stands and other safety items while lifting any vehicle) This install was completed with the vehicle on the ground for the removal of the OEM rear bump stop and then raised with tire removed for easier access)

Step three:

Locate the rear oem U bolt set up which looks like this:



Step four:

Remove the 4 nuts with an extended 22mm socket and remove the lower plate mount



The picture below will be everything you remove from the oem bump stop set up



Step five:

Start prepping your new Timbren Industries rear U bolt flip bump stop kit by adding loctite or any thread lock to ensure the new hardware stays secure.



Step six:

Place the new base plate on top of the leaf springs and insert the new U bolt through the mounting holes. Place the supplied washers and nuts on each post (4 total)





Step seven:

Tighten the top 4 nuts with a 19mm deep socket in a cross pattern to evenly tighten down all 4 nuts. (Note: this is where you can jack the truck up for easier access to tightening the nuts, it will also allow more room for the torque wrench) Once all 4 are snug tighten with a torque wrench to 75 ft lb again in a cross pattern for even/level tightening)





Step eight:

Prepare the top portion of the bumpstop, use a 5.5mm allen wrench and a 15mm socket with extension to tighten the lock nut inside the bump stop.







This is how the completed top assembly should look prior to the final install step



Step nine:

Grab the completed top assembly, bolts and two lock washers (recommend Loctite or thread lock) and tighten down on top of the base plate with a 15mm wrench





Final Step:

Place tire back on the truck, lower truck off jack and torque your wheels to specs. Clear any debris or tools prior to moving vehicle. Sit back and enjoy your new Timbren Industries rear bumpstop kit!





End results:

I have yet to test the set up offroad but from the build quality and the size difference compared to the oem units... i feel its going to work out perfect for my intended use. I didn't want to spend $1k+ on a hydraulic bump stop kit since I had one on my Raptor and it honestly didn't get used as much as I thought. This kit being very reasonably priced (about 1/4 of the price compared to a hydraulic set up) its not only a bump stop but it also includes the U bolt flip kit which was a huge added bonus. I'll be sure to give feedback once i've tested them out but so far i am one happy camper!

 

Good write up on those, nice detail. Also, it's time to change your user title.

 

I've been running the All-Pro version for a few years. The Timbrens act more like a stiff spring than a shock.

 

lol good catch i'll be sure to change it up!

 

would you say your happy with that or would you go another route? I'm going to assume since you've been running them a few years that you like it lol

 

I will be installing hydraulic bumpstops next year. No point in spending money on "intermediate" setups in the meantime.

I'm running Wheelers Superbumps in the front and they absorb shock very well. Now they offer a mounting bracket compatible with the All-Pro U-bolt flip kit. I'd pick this over the Timbrens:

 

that looks like a good set up as well! the rubber doesn't look like it would cushion as well as these look to be solid rubber and the timbren have more flex... i mainly wanted this style of set up as an extra safety feature for my frame...

 

Great write up Danactive! Now I need to hit Google up to see what these kits are supposed to provide lol

 

In actuality it's the other way around. The Wheelers Superbump material is softer urethane, with better cushioning than the Timbrens. The Timbrens feel more like a spring (i.e. reflecting all the shock energy back) while the Wheelers Superbumps absorb shock energy.

 

thanks for the kind words! here's a link to their website where you can read up some more information. they're still fairly new which is why i figured i'd give em a shot and see how they handle...

http://timbren.com/active-off-road-bumpstops/

 

Just installed a pair on my long bed. You never know they are there, until you need them. I purchased the model with no U bolts. Easy install, zero maintenance. Had air bags on my Duramax that rubbed almost through and eventually got surface cracks on bellow. Up pressure, down pressure no more. No air lines to fool with or to zip tie out of the way. Thank you for the pics and post.

 

@Danactive How are they holding up? I'm interested in the newer off-road version.

I know this is an older post, but he did not install the "SES" version that All-Pro sells. He installed the newer "Active Off-Road" which I would imagine have more give like the superbumps.

 

So far they have been great! Even with the newly added campershell, CBI rear bumper with dual swing arm and the spare tire and Jerry cans they seem to be doing exactly what I need them to do. Very forgiving and give me that extra peace of mind verses the oem POS lol

 

So do these make an actual difference in the front? I have hydraulic bumps in the rear. But those aren't really possible in the front.

 

I haven't hit hard enough but I'm sure they will work better then the oem ones in the front... you can do hydraulic bumpstops in the front or add an extra shock to help absorb but that's long travel which is a lot of money invested unless you're going to use it lol

 

Maybe I'll pick some up. They look easy to install.

And by not possible I meant more as a bolt on option like the rear kits a few people make.

 

Happen to know the threading size for the rear mounting bolts that come with the lock washers? My kit didn't come with the mounting bolts and dont really want to wait to mount these

 

What you end up with buddy? I'm getting sick of the bad stock fronts as well and wishing for something comparable to the rear hydraulic icons...

 

I got the wheeler ones. After watching a video of them in action it was an easy choice. I may or may not have bottomed them out. I haven't felt a slam like I did with the stock ones.

 

Overall are you happy with these though? Op? I just ordered some pretty much only because im layed up with some fractured ribs (pure boredom) and recently got some weights on my truck realizing im over 600lbs in the rear. Was worried the superbumps would do little to nothing in tougher situations so got them purely for preventative reason. I guess thats the only reason for bumps. Really dont want to install and be bummed and lose a hundred selling them used rather than losing 30$ or so just returning