does this look dumb

lee · 06-07-2004, 08:04 PM

does the hitch stick out too far, making it look stupid? im undecided on whether to keep it in there or remove it till its useful.

my 3rd hitch-hole cover thing was stolen and im tired of spending 8 dollars for new ones

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bike4miles · 06-07-2004, 08:07 PM

It doesn't look too bad. Just don't let it get rusty. Besides, it will be usefull if you get rear ended.

lee · 06-07-2004, 08:08 PM

thats my thought too! but it may cause me to accidentally hurt someone else as i get used to its depth!

4RUNR · 06-07-2004, 08:09 PM

I have the same stainless steel Bully hitch. Never even crossed my mind that it looks any different from other hitch tongues.

lee · 06-07-2004, 08:11 PM

yea maybe im just not used to it ..

terky · 06-07-2004, 08:23 PM

I think it looks good, and if you get rearended its not your fault. They cant do anything to you. The shinyness of it may help keep em back.

anthraciterunner · 06-07-2004, 08:27 PM

I'd worry more about getting that thing jacked. Put a hitch lock on it. I keep mine on year round. Protects my rear from people who don't know how to parallel park. IF you go off road, take it off.

4RUNR · 06-07-2004, 08:40 PM

Btw if you take that plastic sticker off and stick it on the the top of the part that goes into the receiver, you'll get a perfectly snug fit. It won't rattle at all.

p.s.

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Ground Clearance: 9.8 in

It's 11" stock

IGotaQ · 06-07-2004, 08:41 PM

Anyone else tired of posts asking if something looks dumb or not?
WHO CARES?!!
You are asking an opinion.

lee · 06-07-2004, 08:51 PM

i love the way it looks, i was just unsure if i put it in right and if it was the proper way. i thought maybe i bought the wrong kind or something.

TechWrench · 06-07-2004, 09:16 PM

If it looks 'dumb' or not is purely a subjective issue. The first time you walk behind the truck and bang your shin on it, you will realize the real meaning of 'dumb'. And I have known the meaning of 'dumb' on more than one occasion.

Now I put the ball mount away unless I am using it. Not so 'dumb' anymore.

914runner · 06-07-2004, 09:55 PM

I always drive around with my hitch reciever in! Some lady rear ended me at a stoplight, and well you should have seen her front bumper! She didnt leave a scratch on mine!

PoBoy · 06-07-2004, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TechWrench

If it looks 'dumb' or not is purely a subjective issue. The first time you walk behind the truck and bang your shin on it, you will realize the real meaning of 'dumb'. And I have known the meaning of 'dumb' on more than one occasion.

Now I put the ball mount away unless I am using it. Not so 'dumb' anymore.

I did that on a number of occasions. VERY painfull.

Realize also that if you leave it in, you'll develop a rattling hitch as the metal will start to give just enough for the reciever to jiggle around in there. If you are like me and hate rattles...its one that you can easily avoid.

Id just get a generic cheap cover from Walmart or something. Actually, I wouldnt get anything...just leave it be

humanoid · 06-07-2004, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IGotaQ

Anyone else tired of posts asking if something looks dumb or not?
WHO CARES?!!
You are asking an opinion.

Hey, Noob, we don't take much to flaming on this board. Asking an opinion is always welcomed on this board. If you don't have anything worthwhile to say then don't. BTW, welcome to the board!!!

As for my opinion, I think it looks alright. I think it would look better if it was black to make it more stealthy looking, but not sure if they make one or not.

lee · 06-08-2004, 06:12 AM

yea but im a chrome lover

anyway, im keeping it off till i get a lock. ive decided i really like the way it looks... but i may end up removing it if i find i cant fit into tight spots anymore, which is important in boston...

Jason B · 06-08-2004, 06:37 AM

Remove it and replace it with a hitch light from Wal-Mart. About $10 and plugs right into the hitch wiring harness.

It comes on when you brake.

lee · 06-08-2004, 06:50 AM

hahah.. thats a good idea for $10...

till someone steals it!

Jason B · 06-08-2004, 06:54 AM

Hehe, I like it... They would probably steal the hitch though before that, hehe.

chuckd · 06-08-2004, 11:23 AM

I just leave mine gaping open. But then again I only bought the hitch as protection from the stupid old women drivers around here who can barely walk but for whatever reason feel the need to drive. I hate them. So does my rear bumper. Which I just had replaced.

SLC Punk · 06-08-2004, 12:48 PM

Looks good. Mine sticks out about 2-3" further than that. I think the boat would be too close to the hatch if I had one like that.

I don't leave mine on all the time. Usually take it off when I unhook the boat. Then mine is open. I have two of those Toyota covers that I would put on, but someone will just steal it.

96LtdYota · 06-08-2004, 01:13 PM

mine is in all the time, unless offroading or when i put in my game carrier to haul around random items... haha I love having the game carrier in there because people wont even dare come close, as it is has one 3' long solid steel 2" square tubing and lots of steel around it... its especially fun when ricers get on you too close and you give a little tappy tappy to show them whos boss... i can be mean... but you shouldnt follow so close.

Game Carrier --> http://www.venadofeeders.com/Product...cessories.html
*if while looking in here you see anything you might want.. pm me, its part of my brother's company so I can pull sweet deals.

toybox · 06-08-2004, 01:22 PM

Leave it out. Damn those things hurt when you smash your shin on it.

ayoung101 · 06-08-2004, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bike4miles

It doesn't look too bad. Just don't let it get rusty. Besides, it will be usefull if you get rear ended.

HA! i got rear ended by some lady driving an old boat about 3 weeks after i bought my truck. i got out and checked my damage: NONE. then looked at HER damage: needs a new bumper, grill, radiator (+ air condensor if she had air conditioning) and needs hood work. all because i had a hitch on there. i would feel bad, but i was at a dead stop at a traffic light and she creamed me while on her cell phone. so i really didn't feel bad at all. and my baby (my truck) just laughed it off as well.

ayoung101 · 06-08-2004, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PoBoy

Realize also that if you leave it in, you'll develop a rattling hitch as the metal will start to give just enough for the reciever to jiggle around in there. If you are like me and hate rattles...its one that you can easily avoid.

it doesn't rattle at ALL on mine. although the thing is rock solid to the sub-frame through rust. haha. there ain't NO way i could get it off short of cutting it off even if i wanted to!

Cebby · 06-08-2004, 04:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toybox

Leave it out. Damn those things hurt when you smash your shin on it.

I have the scars to prove it...

06-07-2004, 08:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
bike4miles Contributing Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,402	It doesn't look too bad. Just don't let it get rusty. Besides, it will be usefull if you get rear ended. __________________ --Miles Sold '91 4runner, 22re, 5 spd manual, 180,000 miles, cone filter, Downey 1.5"HD coils, SkyJacker Nitrogens, Magnaflow Exhaust, Stull grill, Clears all around. Check out my sound proofing project and other mods: My 4runner page My 2006 Camry page I'm a Myspace Addict!

06-07-2004, 08:23 PM	#6 (permalink)
terky Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 217	I think it looks good, and if you get rearended its not your fault. They cant do anything to you. The shinyness of it may help keep em back. __________________ Rig: 1982 longbed pickup 31" tires Diff breather mod (1st mod ever on 4-30-04)

06-07-2004, 08:27 PM	#7 (permalink)
anthraciterunner Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 356	I'd worry more about getting that thing jacked. Put a hitch lock on it. I keep mine on year round. Protects my rear from people who don't know how to parallel park. IF you go off road, take it off. __________________ -Joe '98 4Runner Ltd. TRD [S/C, boost guage, 160 thermostat, air filter, exhaust...replaced w/ magnaflow muff+tip] Piaa 520's, Ion corners, silicone wipers NR white guages, clears up front, 2-tone taillight mod E-locker, Bilsteins, free FMU...

06-07-2004, 08:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
IGotaQ Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Santa Cruz & San Luis Obispo, CA Posts: 32	Anyone else tired of posts asking if something looks dumb or not? WHO CARES?!! You are asking an opinion. __________________ 89 Regular Cab 22RE 4" lift, TT front, rollcage

06-07-2004, 09:16 PM	#11 (permalink)
TechWrench Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glenville, NY Posts: 512	If it looks 'dumb' or not is purely a subjective issue. The first time you walk behind the truck and bang your shin on it, you will realize the real meaning of 'dumb'. And I have known the meaning of 'dumb' on more than one occasion. Now I put the ball mount away unless I am using it. Not so 'dumb' anymore. __________________ TechWrench If it ain't broke, fix it till it is. ---------------------------------- '03 SR5 V6, Titanium, 275/70-16 REVO's on '02 OEM alloys for winter. Anti-chipmunk mod for fresh air intake.

06-07-2004, 08:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
lee Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston, ma Posts: 6,756	thats my thought too! but it may cause me to accidentally hurt someone else as i get used to its depth!

06-07-2004, 08:09 PM	#4 (permalink)
4RUNR Guest Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: North Pole Posts: 1,619	I have the same stainless steel Bully hitch. Never even crossed my mind that it looks any different from other hitch tongues.

06-07-2004, 08:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
lee Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston, ma Posts: 6,756	yea maybe im just not used to it ..

06-07-2004, 08:51 PM	#10 (permalink)
lee Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston, ma Posts: 6,756	i love the way it looks, i was just unsure if i put it in right and if it was the proper way. i thought maybe i bought the wrong kind or something.

06-07-2004, 09:55 PM	#12 (permalink)
914runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Tigard, Oregon Posts: 2,083	I always drive around with my hitch reciever in! Some lady rear ended me at a stoplight, and well you should have seen her front bumper! She didnt leave a scratch on mine! __________________ 1997 Toyota 4Runner, 3.4L (5VZ-FE), 5-Speed (R150F), 4WD, 4.10's, 33's 1998 Toyota 4Runner, 3.4L (5VZ-FE), 5-Speed (R150F), 4WD, 4.10's, 33's 1991 Toyota 4Runner 4 Door, 3.4l (5VZ-FE), 5-Speed (R150F), 4WD, 32's, 4.10's

06-08-2004, 06:12 AM	#15 (permalink)
lee Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston, ma Posts: 6,756	yea but im a chrome lover anyway, im keeping it off till i get a lock. ive decided i really like the way it looks... but i may end up removing it if i find i cant fit into tight spots anymore, which is important in boston...

06-08-2004, 06:37 AM	#16 (permalink)
Jason B Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: USA-PA Posts: 1,912	Remove it and replace it with a hitch light from Wal-Mart. About $10 and plugs right into the hitch wiring harness. It comes on when you brake. __________________ Jason B 4Runner Limited For Toyota/SUV Accessories, please visit *www.burtmanindustries.com* My 4Runner Website Email: jason@burtmanindustries.com Live Chat/Message Board: http://get.to/jasonforum AOL/AIM: JNB133

06-08-2004, 06:50 AM	#17 (permalink)
lee Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston, ma Posts: 6,756	hahah.. thats a good idea for $10... till someone steals it!

06-08-2004, 06:54 AM	#18 (permalink)
Jason B Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: USA-PA Posts: 1,912	Hehe, I like it... They would probably steal the hitch though before that, hehe. __________________ Jason B 4Runner Limited For Toyota/SUV Accessories, please visit *www.burtmanindustries.com* My 4Runner Website Email: jason@burtmanindustries.com Live Chat/Message Board: http://get.to/jasonforum AOL/AIM: JNB133

06-08-2004, 11:23 AM	#19 (permalink)
chuckd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Nashville Posts: 317	I just leave mine gaping open. But then again I only bought the hitch as protection from the stupid old women drivers around here who can barely walk but for whatever reason feel the need to drive. I hate them. So does my rear bumper. Which I just had replaced. __________________ 1997 4runner Limited-chrome factory rims-silverstars-32"s-crooked brush guard-rear guards-vent shades- footwell lights-airelbow-amsoil-12" sub-Hella 500s hooked up but somehow F'd up-99 console-1.5" cornfeds-glow gauges-blue led dash-satoshi-Surco roof basket-now without running board=+15 hp

06-08-2004, 12:48 PM	#20 (permalink)
SLC Punk Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 5,875	Looks good. Mine sticks out about 2-3" further than that. I think the boat would be too close to the hatch if I had one like that. I don't leave mine on all the time. Usually take it off when I unhook the boat. Then mine is open. I have two of those Toyota covers that I would put on, but someone will just steal it. __________________ -Travis 1997 4Runner SR5 V6 4X4 Supercharged Desert Dune SOLD :( 1992 Celica All Trac (AWD-Turbo) #223 of 271 US spec for 1992 FOR SALE 2005 Tundra Double Cab Limited 4X4 2.5" lift 265/70R17 Dueler Revo's 4Runner and Celica Webpage

06-08-2004, 01:13 PM	#21 (permalink)
96LtdYota Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, Al... ROLL TIDE!!! Posts: 1,555	mine is in all the time, unless offroading or when i put in my game carrier to haul around random items... haha I love having the game carrier in there because people wont even dare come close, as it is has one 3' long solid steel 2" square tubing and lots of steel around it... its especially fun when ricers get on you too close and you give a little tappy tappy to show them whos boss... i can be mean... but you shouldnt follow so close. Game Carrier --> http://www.venadofeeders.com/Product...cessories.html *if while looking in here you see anything you might want.. pm me, its part of my brother's company so I can pull sweet deals. __________________ Beaux Its injured...

06-08-2004, 01:22 PM	#22 (permalink)
toybox Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 135	Leave it out. Damn those things hurt when you smash your shin on it.

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