We designed and fabricated a one-off rear high-clearance tube bumper for a 3rd-gen Toyota Tacoma in-house — a welded tube structure with an integrated hitch receiver and D-ring shackle mounts, powder coated black. The corners are cut up and tucked in for a better departure angle, so the back of the truck clears obstacles the factory bumper would drag on.
This is the rear companion to the custom front winch bumper we built for the same kind of Tacoma. It came through Juggernaut USA in Wheat Ridge (Denver), CO. The goal was clearance and recovery: a rear bumper that tucks up out of the way, keeps a usable hitch, and adds real recovery points. We cut and bent the tube, welded the structure with the hitch and shackle mounts built in, and finished it in powder coat — same in-house process as our skid plates.
| Detail | Spec |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | 3rd-gen Toyota Tacoma (2016-2023) |
| Build | Custom rear high-clearance tube bumper — designed & fabricated in-house |
| Tow | Integrated hitch receiver |
| Recovery | Built-in D-ring shackle mounts, both sides |
| Clearance | High-clearance corners for a better departure angle |
| Finish | Powder coated black — plasma cut, press brake, MIG weld, all in Colorado |
A high-clearance rear bumper, built one-off
The factory Tacoma rear bumper hangs low and wide — the first thing to catch on a rock or a steep exit. This custom tube bumper trims the corners back and tucks the whole assembly up tight to the body, so the truck can back down a ledge or climb out of a rut without dragging steel. The open tube design keeps it light while the welded structure keeps it strong.
Hitch and recovery points built in
A rear bumper still has to work day to day, so we built a hitch receiver into the center — the truck keeps its tow capability. On either end are D-ring shackle mounts, giving proper rear recovery points for getting pulled out or pulling someone else. Hitch and shackle mounts are welded into the same structure, not bolted-on afterthoughts.
Better departure angle
Departure angle is what saves your rear bumper and tailgate on a steep exit. By pulling the corners in and up, this bumper opens that angle well past stock — the difference between clearing an obstacle and crunching the back of the truck. Paired with the front winch bumper, the Tacoma is trimmed for clearance at both ends.
Common questions on this build
Does a high-clearance bumper still tow?
Yes. We built a hitch receiver into the center of this one, so it keeps the truck's tow capability while gaining clearance and recovery points.
Why a tube bumper instead of a plate bumper?
Tube keeps the weight and bulk down while still being strong, and it is easy to shape for maximum clearance. For a rear bumper focused on departure angle and recovery, it is a clean fit.
Can you build one for my truck?
That is what we do. Bring us your truck and what you want out of it, and we will design a bumper that fits it and does the job.
Book the same work
We design and fabricate custom bumpers, skids, and mounts in-house at our Wheat Ridge shop north of Denver. We serve Denver, Wheat Ridge, Golden, Arvada, Lakewood, and the Front Range. Call (970) 341-4221 to talk through a build, or see our custom fabrication and install services. More from the bay: our Tacoma front winch bumper and custom Silverado prerunner bumper.
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