Front/Rear Bumper Guards
08-11-03, 11:06 AM
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Front/Rear Bumper Guards
Any of you guys have experience with the Front/Rear Buper guars ("brush guards") like those made by WAAG? I'm thinking about putting a set on my RX but would like some comments first. They are not cheap: about $200 for the rear and about $400 for the front, so if you have some ideas where to get good pricing that would also help!
Also, does anyone have pictures of such accessoires on your RX? I've been searching the web, but very few actually have pictures of what it looks like on a car... Thanks!!!
Also, does anyone have pictures of such accessoires on your RX? I've been searching the web, but very few actually have pictures of what it looks like on a car... Thanks!!!
08-13-03, 08:30 AM
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RX300,
I just posted some pictures in the galley of my RX330 with a complete set of GENAX Sport Barz. Take a look and I'm sure you will like them.
The barz for the RX330,LX470 and other high end SUV's are currently being distributed through some New York dealerships as dealer installed options. We are now in the process of making them available nationally as an aftermarket accessory.
They have a black powder coat finish and are covered by a 5 year warranty against rust and material defects. We are also in the final stages of having the ability to custom color them to match the factory colors of any RX330 and stainless steel barz are in the works as I write this.
The RX300 bar is almost complete and will be available shortly. They are similar to the RX330. I hope to speak with you soon.
John
I just posted some pictures in the galley of my RX330 with a complete set of GENAX Sport Barz. Take a look and I'm sure you will like them.
The barz for the RX330,LX470 and other high end SUV's are currently being distributed through some New York dealerships as dealer installed options. We are now in the process of making them available nationally as an aftermarket accessory.
They have a black powder coat finish and are covered by a 5 year warranty against rust and material defects. We are also in the final stages of having the ability to custom color them to match the factory colors of any RX330 and stainless steel barz are in the works as I write this.
The RX300 bar is almost complete and will be available shortly. They are similar to the RX330. I hope to speak with you soon.
John
08-13-03, 10:16 PM
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Clearly this mod is a lot more "form" and less of a "function".
I installed "Jaos" front bar on my RX and it pleases my eyes every time. Stainless Steel on midnight pearl RX ... simple lines, without any cage (that is distracting imho). Years and thousands of miles since installation, no rattle, no rust. Installation required, removal of the front bumper, but no holes to drill and the holes on the bar lined up perfectly.
You can dig out the pic I posted in the RX forum. Granted, the off-road lights are questionable. You make some good decisions and some not so good
.... and the wise learn from others.
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I installed "Jaos" front bar on my RX and it pleases my eyes every time. Stainless Steel on midnight pearl RX ... simple lines, without any cage (that is distracting imho). Years and thousands of miles since installation, no rattle, no rust. Installation required, removal of the front bumper, but no holes to drill and the holes on the bar lined up perfectly.
You can dig out the pic I posted in the RX forum. Granted, the off-road lights are questionable. You make some good decisions and some not so good
.... and the wise learn from others.Salim
08-14-03, 12:54 PM
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Does anyone know about these from the safety standpoint?
I have read somewhere else that such bumper guards protect the bumper from scratches etc but transmit any shock (in the unfortunate ecentuality of an accident) to the body (where its screwed to) instead of the bumper- thus making it less safe for the occupants inside.
The occupants are more valuable than the bumper. In most cases
I have read somewhere else that such bumper guards protect the bumper from scratches etc but transmit any shock (in the unfortunate ecentuality of an accident) to the body (where its screwed to) instead of the bumper- thus making it less safe for the occupants inside.
The occupants are more valuable than the bumper. In most cases
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08-14-03, 05:06 PM
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Originally posted by gsenthil
Does anyone know about these from the safety standpoint?
I have read somewhere else that such bumper guards protect the bumper from scratches etc but transmit any shock (in the unfortunate ecentuality of an accident) to the body (where its screwed to) instead of the bumper- thus making it less safe for the occupants inside.
The occupants are more valuable than the bumper. In most cases
Does anyone know about these from the safety standpoint?
I have read somewhere else that such bumper guards protect the bumper from scratches etc but transmit any shock (in the unfortunate ecentuality of an accident) to the body (where its screwed to) instead of the bumper- thus making it less safe for the occupants inside.
The occupants are more valuable than the bumper. In most cases
Salim
08-15-03, 10:06 AM
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RX330 by WAAG
Found these on WAAG page for the 330... Look really nice imho. I did deside against the full wrap-around grill for my RX300 though: common sence really - even in a small fender-bender instead of having damage to just the fender, the guard might actually damage the hood, the grill, and the lights. I did make up my mind on the rear bumper and the newer "front runner" that WAAG makes - this one covers just the bumper and nothing to wrap around the grill (see the 3rd pic below):
08-15-03, 12:59 PM
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looks like the factory ones...where did you find that pic? I'd like to see what the front of the 330 looks like with a guard.
looks like the factory ones...where did you find that pic? I'd like to see what the front of the 330 looks like with a guard.
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Gentlemen,
The function of the GENAX Sport Barz is not to equip your $35,000 + SUV so you can tear up the back woods off roading. Their function is to provide you with a level of protection against day to day driving and parking situations that often result in damaged bumpers and scratched clearcoat. I am sure many of you have incurred the expense of re painting a bumper or even having to replace the skin entirely. As far as form, and I may be biased, I think they look great.
John
The function of the GENAX Sport Barz is not to equip your $35,000 + SUV so you can tear up the back woods off roading. Their function is to provide you with a level of protection against day to day driving and parking situations that often result in damaged bumpers and scratched clearcoat. I am sure many of you have incurred the expense of re painting a bumper or even having to replace the skin entirely. As far as form, and I may be biased, I think they look great.
John