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Some of my mates have installed Kaymar rear bars on their 150's and have removed their Toyota towbars to find them rusting out from inside.
So glad I went with my Wynnum Towbar.
So glad I went with my Wynnum Towbar.
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[SIZE=2]Black 2009 150 Series D4D GXL Prado, [B]TG150[/B] Transfer Case & Actuator Guard, TJM T13 bar, TJM 9.5lb Winch, Airtec Snorkel, TJM steel sidesteps and sidebars, TJM Underbody Protection, TJM XGS Gold Suspension, Tinted, ARB Fridge Freezer, Couplertec System, Foxwing Awning, 80AH Dual battery, 8" indash GPS, Wet Seat seatcovers, GME TX3540, TX3110 & TX680, [B][COLOR=#ff6633]Maxtrax[/COLOR][/B], Kaymar Dual Wheel Carrier, Breathers, Federal MT's.[/SIZE] -
Brains is that caused by the holes in the bottom? Mine have surface rust around them already.[b]Rob[/b]
[b]2016 Toyota Hilux SR5 D4D Auto Company Cruiser... [/b].
[url=http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?23866-Hutch-s-2012-150-GXL-V6-petrol-Auto]Hutch's 2012 Build up[/url]
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Hello Krypto Fair enough but a personal insult was a strange way to follow on a topic. Agree about GMH. I really only mentioned them and Ford as they also out source many parts. From my experience with a number of Prados, anything with Toyota on it is well designed and made. Brains any metal bar will rust if it is mistreated. Wonder if the 4 grommets on their bars were in place and whether they were getting salt water inside the bar?Originally posted by krypto View PostComment
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Very interesting thread (appart from last page where there is a bit of deviation from the main topic), seems the type of bar really comes down to personal preference with HR, Wynnum and Toyota being the main contenders, dependent on three main factors:
1) Do you care if you need to cut your bumper (only an issue if you plan to remove towbar down the track)
2) Is bar height critical for 4wd activites (departure angles)
3) How well is the towbar mounted
Given they can all handle 3 Ton, and 5 doors being limited to 2.5 Ton, strength shouldn't be an issue for any of these.
I've opted for genuine Toyota bar, wiring lume and tow ball (picked up today for $600 SE Melbourne) and hope to successfully install tomorrow. Main use is towing trailer and camper van on buitumen.2012 Prado Altitude: Bonnet Protector; Head Light Covers, Toyota Towbar, Toyota Cargo Mat.Comment
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A potential difference in towbars that would matter to me is any difference between them in the amount horizontal protrusion out the back. Actually in my case I'm concerned that the new HR bar maybe tucked in closer to the car than the Toyota one.
Does anyone know if this is the case?
(The reason it's an issue for me is that I'm looking to tow a T-Van which have a bit of a problem with some of their models not allowing the Prado rear door to open properly even with their longer drawbar. A more tucked in towbar would make the problem even worse I think.)Prado 150 GXL T/D Auto 2012Comment
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The HR bar is certainly very close to the car allowing little room for a mistake should you back that little too far. Not sure how it compares to the Toyota Bar but it is certainly a little tight.Originally posted by RaymondE View Post
Brett2012 Altitude Petrol with Snorkel, Factory Lowline bar, HR Towbar, HID upgrade, Icom 440N UHF and more to come. Check our my travels on [url]http://blog.travelpod.com/travel-blog/dennisozexplore/1/tpod.html[/url]Comment
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I'd be more concerned if the towbar moved rather than damage to the bumper. Looking at the way the 120 version of the HR bar is welded, it isn't going anywhere.Originally posted by bdee View Post[url=http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=12264]My Prado[/url]Comment
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I'd say that's what letting water, sand and salt inside the towbar. From memory some of the plastic plugs had come off or were hanging out.Originally posted by Hutch View Post[SIZE=2]Black 2009 150 Series D4D GXL Prado, [B]TG150[/B] Transfer Case & Actuator Guard, TJM T13 bar, TJM 9.5lb Winch, Airtec Snorkel, TJM steel sidesteps and sidebars, TJM Underbody Protection, TJM XGS Gold Suspension, Tinted, ARB Fridge Freezer, Couplertec System, Foxwing Awning, 80AH Dual battery, 8" indash GPS, Wet Seat seatcovers, GME TX3540, TX3110 & TX680, [B][COLOR=#ff6633]Maxtrax[/COLOR][/B], Kaymar Dual Wheel Carrier, Breathers, Federal MT's.[/SIZE]Comment
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Major reason I wouldn't fit the aftermarket bar is the fact that there is a bar available which has been engineered by the vehicle builder. They are the people who know the vehicle best and they didn't take 4 attempts to get it right as HR has done!Originally posted by D4D View PostAs I understand it the previous part number didn't fit SWB. This part number fits SWB & LWB.
8 bolts in the crossmember, 2 bolts in each chassis rail, no bumper cut required and sits up higher than the OE bar. Why wouldn't you fit the HR bar
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Boomer, the Toyota bar design and manufacture was outsourced to the lowest bidder and is an AU only bar. Enjoy your grader blade.[url=http://www.myswag.org/index.php?topic=12264]My Prado[/url]Comment
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I need my towbar replaced fairly urgently and need some help. I've just had a read through this thread and I'm not clear on the design of the new Hayman Reece towbar. Does it mount to the rear and the chassis rails?[B]Steve[/B]
2010 Silver GXL Prado 150, D4D Auto, with a few non standard bitsComment
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yes. I just fitted one and had a Toyota bar on my previous 150. It bolts on the rails with two bolts each side and then in the middle with 4 bolts.
Its 28kg in total. Its a better bar by far.stepped up the a 200 LC for towing,
but had a 2012 and 2010 150 Prado GXL auto diesel in Graphite with Bridgestone D697 A/T. Dobinson C59-300/325 and Bilsteins. Accessories : two baby seats. Sidewinder`s Dual Battery isolator and rear power outlet kit. Pirana Battery tray, Hayman Reese towbar with Toyota wiring kit and Brains`s guard.Comment
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Thanks, does it need a cutout on the bumper?[B]Steve[/B]
2010 Silver GXL Prado 150, D4D Auto, with a few non standard bitsComment
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No cutting required. When they mounted mine they removed the rear hitch point for towing so if you want to keep that ask for it.Comment
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Just fitted my HR bar and Toyota wiring loom. Bar is very very good. 2 bolts on each side, 2 on the back of the centre plate, 4 on the front of the centre plate and two underneath the centre plate. No cutting of the bumper, I didn't need to change the exhaust bracket and have had no clucking at all. Tounges a bit closer in but that doesn't worry me. It looks great.
The Toyota bars look ugly as after seeing the HR one. Very happy.2012 KakaduComment
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