Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

No-one has asked the obvious for us. Is it winch capable as most poly bars have not been to date

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RobA

This has already been covered in the "SmartBar thread"..

Details from the media release...

SmartBar - a lighter, stronger, safer, greener and smarter alternative to
impact resistant bull and nudge bars - now offers even more safety for
Toyota owners.
Specifically designed for the Toyota Landcruiser Prado 150 Series, the
latest model of the Vehicle Frontal Protection System blends seamlessly to
the contours of the vehicle, and available in black or white, maintains the
intended aesthetics of the Toyota design while providing unparalleled safety.
Product Specifications:
• Suitable for Toyota Landcruiser Prado 150 Series (Aug 09+)
• 3 Door - SX ZR (Parking Sonar Kit Required)
• 5 Door - GX, GXL, VX (Parking Sonar Kit Required), Kakadu (Parking
Sonar Kit Required)
• OEM Fog lamps can be transferred into the SmartBar if already supplied
with vehicle (no brackets required)
• Accommodates Original Equipment Manufactured (OEM) parking sensors
(SA140SONAR required)
• Accommodates OEM head light washers
• Accommodates OEM front camera - without having to modify position
• Winch Compatible “SA140AA139” up to 9000lbs Suits Warne and Premier
winch platforms
• Bar comes standard with 1 x aerial mount
• Light weight SmartBar
· Standard fitted weight of 28Kg (non winch variant) “SA140AA140”
· Winch Bar fitted weight of 36.5Kg (not including winch) “SA140AA139”
Compared to:
· Nominal Alloy Winch Bar = 60kg
· Nominal Steel Winch Bar = 84kg
• Weight savings provide improved fuel economy and reduced tyre wear
when compared to Steel & Alloy alternatives and potential to save on
expensive suspension upgrades
• Spot Lights accessory bracket will suit the following lights – Hella Rallye
1000 & 4000, Light Force 170, IPF 800, IPF 900
• Prado 150 Series Smartbar meets full Australian Standards and exceeds
the HIC (Head Injury Criteria) by well below Australian standard rating of
1500 so pedestrians have a much higher probability of surviving after
an impact.
• Air Bag compatible
• Proudly Australian Owned, Design and Manufactured
• Easily fitted
• Minimal repair costs
• Manufactured from environmentally friendly recyclable polyethylene plastics
• UV Stabilised for durability
• Available in both Black and White colours
• Styled to suit the vehicles lines and aesthetics

No one has asked whether they meet the new euro standards that are currently being proposed for australia. From the info above i would say not!

Is anyone else reminded of that Kevin Bloody Wilson song when they look at these pictures? Sheeee's a supa mega fugly :P


Cheers Andrew

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Well, it looks better than either of these IMO:





ARB and TJM still look better, no argument. But we should also keep in mind that this is supposed to be a tough 4WD not a pretender.

Imagine what it'd be like if it came out of the ARB or TJM design department with improved ramp angles over standard etc..

Just sayin'

Michael

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Well I think they got the styling right from the bumper line (below the grill) up.
I like the head light hoops and bonnet cross bar but the lower outer corners seem very bulky.
Needs to be a sharper more (ARB style) angle, line through the fog light area to the front wheel arch.
I would still like to see a version to suit the 120 Series.

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

they still look gay

x2

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

I don`t mind it at all, not like other bars look that good. The new Prado doesn`t seem to work well with any bar, not as good looking as the previous model.
On steel bars, well sticking 80kg plus winch on the front of Prado is a bit mad, just my opinion of course. Around 100kg hanging way out in front, plus a second battery must do wonders for handling and braking performance. Surprised that it even meets ADR etc.It must throw out your braking distance, handling, fuel economy and safety of the vehicle. If you toughen the suspension to suit, what does that do to your chassis when flogging along corrugation etc.
Alloy is a bit better, but still a lot of weight.

On departure angle, the smartbar may make it worse, but if you seriously look into it, you find that often steel or alloy bars from TJM, ARP and others also make your departure angle worse.

Don`t get me wrong, at times bars are necessary, its too easy nudging things with your front corners when doing tight 4wdriving and the risk of animal strikes leaving you stranded in the outback. Its also nice to mount a winch on one, but progress is good. You flatearthers. :lol:

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Wish bull-bar manufacturers would start using LED park and indicator lights, Globes are now a thing of the past. LED looks so much better and brighter. I think ECB has don a great job in putting LED's across their range.

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Wish bull-bar manufacturers would start using LED park and indicator lights, Globes are now a thing of the past. LED looks so much better and brighter. I think ECB has don a great job in putting LED's across their range.

If that is the case thats about the only thing ECB have going for them.. !!! :roll:

Note- LED replacement globes are readily available for just about any application ...

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

they still look gay

x2

I asked the gay bloke at work about this (showed him this thread)

He laughed his head off. He reckons the only 'Gay' thing here is a bunch of 'tough' 4WD driving blokes arguing about the 'looks' of their bullbars. :mrgreen:

I think he's got a point.

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

they still look gay

x2

I asked the gay bloke at work about this (showed him this thread)

He laughed his head off. He reckons the only 'Gay' thing here is a bunch of 'tough' 4WD driving blokes arguing about the 'looks' of their bullbars. :mrgreen:

I think he's got a point.

Give the Man A Cigar !!!

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Hi wifecallsmegrumpy,

Thanks for your question and your interest in SmartBar, while we don’t attend 4x4 shows in our own right, we are often represented by our distribution network. In the lead up to any show feel free to call your local distributor on 1300 301 320 to find out if they will be attending.

Our RRP starts at $1,680, but can vary between vehicles.

Cheers,

SmartBar

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Hi Bazza,

Thanks for your inquiry. SmartBar accommodates a Warne or Premier 9,000Lbs winch.

Cheers,

SmartBar

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Hi Smartbar
With the numbers of 120 Series Prado's sold in Australia Why is it that there was never a SmartBar developed for this model?
Regards Troy

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Hello all,

Weight is the only thing I like about this Smart Bar and that leads me to ask "do you remove the standard front bumper entirely, cut it in half or leave it all in situ when you fit the Smart Bar".

ARB cut the bumper in half, TJM replace it completely, goodness knows what others do. If the front bumper is cut or replaced what is the actual additional weight on the front of the vehicle when it is fitted.

Price is also a consideration of course.

regards

discoveraus

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

I have been advised it is a "replacement" bar..
original bumper is removed completely !!!
I doubt the weight of the original bumper being removed is going to make that much of a difference in the grand scheme of things !!!

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Re: Behind the Scenes Shots of SmartBar's Toyota Prado 150 range

Hi Discoveraus,

I see you’re interested in SmartBar as a lightweight alternative to steel and alloy bars. SmartBar is a bumper trim, so to install it, you have to cut the original bumper skin. And it only adds 27.4 kg to the weight of the vehicle, - up to 56kg lighter than those traditional bars.

If you’ve got any other questions just let us know.

Cheers,

SmartBar