Manik Brush Guard

**4x4Fink** · 07-16-2003, 11:18 AM

I like the way the Manik Brush Guards look...but can't find an online dealer...does anybody know where I can find one of these awesome looking Brush Guards? Thanks guys!

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99Limited · 07-16-2003, 11:25 AM

Have you ever tried Google.com as your search tool? It's all I ever use and when I entered Manik Brush Guards I came up with a page of online sellers.

INsr5runner · 07-16-2003, 11:26 AM

newbie, don't waste your hard earned moola on a manik. ESPECIALLY if you are gonna offroad your truck, or have plans to build it up.

If you are just going for looks, then go for it.
Performace Products carries em

www.performanceproducts.com

**4x4Fink** · 07-16-2003, 11:27 AM

I did, but I was wondering if anybody knew of a big name in Online Dealers that I could go with.

I have had way too many bad expriences with these little online places...if not, then I guess I can just try and find a dealer here locally (I doubt it!). Thx. guys!

02Runner · 07-16-2003, 01:52 PM

Hey Fink, have you considered a TJM or ARB Bumper? Personally I like the looks better and as far as functionality, you can't beat them. As for Manik, $$$$, but they do look good. I think you might as well check out Jaos too. They can also be powder coated if you don't want Chrome. Jason B on this site is a dealer for them, check in the members area. He seems to be a good guy. Take pics if you can.

BTOWN4RUNNER · 07-16-2003, 02:57 PM

Fink, I have a Manik Brush guard on my 92 and love the way that it looks. It is not functional as far as offroading like the TJM or other bumpers, but it is a nice compliment to your 4Runner. I have PIAA 520s on mine as well, and it looks really good. The lights are great! I am sorry, but I bought mine at an auto parts store, so I can't help you as far as online dealers. I do know that Performance Products has them, but you are going to take it up the

if you buy from them. See what you can get around your house...if there are stores there. I just wanted to reply and say that I love mine and it did help protect the vehicle in an accident, contrary to popular belief! My vote is for Manik! :fireman:

TDiddy · 07-16-2003, 03:02 PM

I have one on my '98, I've been thinking of selling it. But, (a) I'm not sure it would fit yours, (b) I don't know how shipping would be, and (c) you may not want a used one anyway!

BTOWN4RUNNER · 07-16-2003, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mertztr
I have one on my '98, I've been thinking of selling it. But, (a) I'm not sure it would fit yours, (b) I don't know how shipping would be, and (c) you may not want a used one anyway!

It will not fit, it is mounted differently on a 3rd gen than a 2nd gen. :fireman:

doink · 07-16-2003, 03:17 PM

you might wanna check out pep boys..i think i remember seeing brushgaurds for sell there..

TDiddy · 07-16-2003, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by BTOWN4RUNNER
It will not fit, it is mounted differently on a 3rd gen than a 2nd gen. :fireman:

And there you have it! Thanks BTOWN!

Vato Loco · 07-16-2003, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mertztr
I have one on my '98, I've been thinking of selling it. But, (a) I'm not sure it would fit yours, (b) I don't know how shipping would be, and (c) you may not want a used one anyway!

How much are you selling it for? If you're selling it. PM me

Thanks

**4x4Fink** · 07-16-2003, 07:34 PM

I'm not going to be doing any SERIOUS off-roading, just some trail riding and mudding and stuff.

What would be perfect for me is just a grille guard...one that goes in the center...just to mount some Driving and Fog lights on. Something cheap would be nice!

The Manik's are WAY too much money for me...a high schooler with little means of getting ANY kind of money. But right now all I have is like 600 bucks...and I'm not sure what to spend it on. I won't be able to spend ALL of it...but a little further down the road, I would like to have a grille guard to attach some nice PIAA or IPF lights to it for mostly looks...but we do get a LOT of fog around here...especially on my land, the low parts get so whited (not sure if thats a word) that I can barely see with conventional lighting.

Back to the subject I INITIALLY started talking about, just a pretty good looking grille guard to protect the grilles from branches and leaves and things and also a good thing to mount lights to.

Thx. for your help guys!!

doink · 07-16-2003, 09:17 PM

if you dont have that much money, i woudnt buy piaa or ipf lights..they tend to run on the expensive side i do beleive

Tacoma Dude · 07-16-2003, 09:28 PM

I believe WAAG is on the cheaper end. I got mine for somewhere in the neighborhood of $400?

Mike06 · 07-16-2003, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Tacoma Dude
I believe WAAG is on the cheaper end. I got mine for somewhere in the neighborhood of $400?

...Where?

Tacoma Dude · 07-17-2003, 12:07 AM

Local shop called Off Road Warehouse.

I know ORW has some ads in the big magazines. Fortunately for me the WAAG factory is in LA so I could get mine relatively quick.

I don't know if I can help you there. The website might have some info on local vendors though...
http://www.waag.com

The ORW guy told me that WAAG factory shut down and took a week long vacation a couple years ago and have been trying to catch up to demand ever since.
I don't know the validity of that story even though the ORW guys are SUPER friendly and know their stuff.

Sorry I can't help you anymore

BTOWN4RUNNER · 07-17-2003, 08:43 AM

Fink, I have the stock grille guard that came with my 4Runner. It is not in the best shape, but it will work. It looks good and holds up well. I have all the mounting hardware as well. I got the Manik because it looked better. The stock one is cool, because you can take the headlight cover part off and have just the center portion, like you want. I repainted it and got rid of the rust. Email me if you are interested and we can work something out. My email. . Thanks. :fireman:

**4x4Fink** · 07-17-2003, 08:45 AM

Well, I was thinkin that I could start with the center grille guard and then work up from there.

I went on...www.truckperformance.com I believe and saw a set of PIAA lights (one fog, one driving I am assuming) for about $190...so I would obviously need two sets, so just around 400...same price as those WAAG's...but I will not be able to get the lights for some time.

Any ideas on some cool lookin, relatively cheap grille guards with good mounts for lights?

Thx. for your help guys!

loosehead · 07-17-2003, 11:38 AM

I was poking around the website you posted and look what I found for your '95:

brush guards

There's a black Smittybuilt for around $140. Hope this helps.

**4x4Fink** · 07-17-2003, 11:47 AM

Hey BTOWN...check your mail!

loosehead-
Thanks man, I'll take a look at it!

Thx. for all the replies guys.

TOR · 07-17-2003, 12:00 PM

I carry them if you care to give me a try.

**4x4Fink** · 07-17-2003, 12:06 PM

If you wouldn't mind getting me a price that would be GREAT.

My only main concern with doing long distance purchasing would obviously have to be shipping. I don't know how much these things weigh...but I think shipping is gonna be a lot!

Thx. TOR!

TDiddy · 07-17-2003, 12:15 PM

TOR, if you happen to have a rough estimate of weight, can you let me know as well?

TOR · 07-17-2003, 01:29 PM

Probably between 50 to 60 lbs. Hope that helps.

Todd

**4x4Fink** · 07-17-2003, 02:00 PM

So how much would a grille cost brand new? Not including shipping, I need to decide whether its worth going with a used one or going ahead and fronting the cash for a new one. Thanks TOR!

07-16-2003, 11:26 AM	#3 (permalink)
INsr5runner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,151	newbie, don't waste your hard earned moola on a manik. ESPECIALLY if you are gonna offroad your truck, or have plans to build it up. If you are just going for looks, then go for it. Performace Products carries em www.performanceproducts.com __________________ CLIMB MORE ROCKS! SUPPORT YOUR TROOPS! Carmel Cycling

07-16-2003, 11:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	I did, but I was wondering if anybody knew of a big name in Online Dealers that I could go with. I have had way too many bad expriences with these little online places...if not, then I guess I can just try and find a dealer here locally (I doubt it!). Thx. guys! __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

07-16-2003, 01:52 PM	#5 (permalink)
02Runner Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: SW Fla Posts: 758	Hey Fink, have you considered a TJM or ARB Bumper? Personally I like the looks better and as far as functionality, you can't beat them. As for Manik, $$$$, but they do look good. I think you might as well check out Jaos too. They can also be powder coated if you don't want Chrome. Jason B on this site is a dealer for them, check in the members area. He seems to be a good guy. Take pics if you can. __________________ 2003 Runner SE / Cruisers 1971,1980,1997(40th) & 2005

07-16-2003, 02:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
BTOWN4RUNNER Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Boyertown, Pa Posts: 1,853	Fink, I have a Manik Brush guard on my 92 and love the way that it looks. It is not functional as far as offroading like the TJM or other bumpers, but it is a nice compliment to your 4Runner. I have PIAA 520s on mine as well, and it looks really good. The lights are great! I am sorry, but I bought mine at an auto parts store, so I can't help you as far as online dealers. I do know that Performance Products has them, but you are going to take it up the if you buy from them. See what you can get around your house...if there are stores there. I just wanted to reply and say that I love mine and it did help protect the vehicle in an accident, contrary to popular belief! My vote is for Manik! :fireman: __________________ Ryan 2002 Toyota 4Runner Sport Edition Friendship Hook & Ladder Fire Co., Boyertown

07-16-2003, 03:17 PM	#9 (permalink)
doink Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atl. Georgia Posts: 3,078	you might wanna check out pep boys..i think i remember seeing brushgaurds for sell there.. __________________ -m. buy my bands record on iTunes LISTEN TO MY BAND PLEASE

07-16-2003, 11:25 AM	#2 (permalink)
99Limited Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 16	Have you ever tried Google.com as your search tool? It's all I ever use and when I entered Manik Brush Guards I came up with a page of online sellers.

07-16-2003, 03:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
TDiddy Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Urbandale, IA Posts: 7,113	I have one on my '98, I've been thinking of selling it. But, (a) I'm not sure it would fit yours, (b) I don't know how shipping would be, and (c) you may not want a used one anyway!

07-16-2003, 07:34 PM	#12 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	I'm not going to be doing any SERIOUS off-roading, just some trail riding and mudding and stuff. What would be perfect for me is just a grille guard...one that goes in the center...just to mount some Driving and Fog lights on. Something cheap would be nice! The Manik's are WAY too much money for me...a high schooler with little means of getting ANY kind of money. But right now all I have is like 600 bucks...and I'm not sure what to spend it on. I won't be able to spend ALL of it...but a little further down the road, I would like to have a grille guard to attach some nice PIAA or IPF lights to it for mostly looks...but we do get a LOT of fog around here...especially on my land, the low parts get so whited (not sure if thats a word) that I can barely see with conventional lighting. Back to the subject I INITIALLY started talking about, just a pretty good looking grille guard to protect the grilles from branches and leaves and things and also a good thing to mount lights to. Thx. for your help guys!! __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

07-16-2003, 09:17 PM	#13 (permalink)
doink Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atl. Georgia Posts: 3,078	if you dont have that much money, i woudnt buy piaa or ipf lights..they tend to run on the expensive side i do beleive __________________ -m. buy my bands record on iTunes LISTEN TO MY BAND PLEASE

07-16-2003, 09:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
Tacoma Dude Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 8,360	I believe WAAG is on the cheaper end. I got mine for somewhere in the neighborhood of $400? __________________ Peter! 2002 Tacoma 1986 4Runner

07-17-2003, 12:07 AM	#16 (permalink)
Tacoma Dude Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 8,360	Local shop called Off Road Warehouse. I know ORW has some ads in the big magazines. Fortunately for me the WAAG factory is in LA so I could get mine relatively quick. I don't know if I can help you there. The website might have some info on local vendors though... http://www.waag.com The ORW guy told me that WAAG factory shut down and took a week long vacation a couple years ago and have been trying to catch up to demand ever since. I don't know the validity of that story even though the ORW guys are SUPER friendly and know their stuff. Sorry I can't help you anymore __________________ Peter! 2002 Tacoma 1986 4Runner

07-17-2003, 08:43 AM	#17 (permalink)
BTOWN4RUNNER Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Boyertown, Pa Posts: 1,853	Fink, I have the stock grille guard that came with my 4Runner. It is not in the best shape, but it will work. It looks good and holds up well. I have all the mounting hardware as well. I got the Manik because it looked better. The stock one is cool, because you can take the headlight cover part off and have just the center portion, like you want. I repainted it and got rid of the rust. Email me if you are interested and we can work something out. My email. . Thanks. :fireman: __________________ Ryan 2002 Toyota 4Runner Sport Edition Friendship Hook & Ladder Fire Co., Boyertown

07-17-2003, 08:45 AM	#18 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	Well, I was thinkin that I could start with the center grille guard and then work up from there. I went on...www.truckperformance.com I believe and saw a set of PIAA lights (one fog, one driving I am assuming) for about $190...so I would obviously need two sets, so just around 400...same price as those WAAG's...but I will not be able to get the lights for some time. Any ideas on some cool lookin, relatively cheap grille guards with good mounts for lights? Thx. for your help guys! __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

07-17-2003, 11:38 AM	#19 (permalink)
loosehead Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Los Alamos, NM Posts: 1,107	I was poking around the website you posted and look what I found for your '95: brush guards There's a black Smittybuilt for around $140. Hope this helps. __________________ Jayson 1998 4Runner SR5 4WD V-6, auto, E-locker

07-17-2003, 11:47 AM	#20 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	Hey BTOWN...check your mail! loosehead- Thanks man, I'll take a look at it! Thx. for all the replies guys. __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

07-17-2003, 12:00 PM	#21 (permalink)
TOR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Plano, TX Posts: 490	Manik I carry them if you care to give me a try. __________________ 97 4-Runner Limited, 1st Gen Supercharger, TRD air filter, Flo~Pro, 18" BBS wheels, 2.0 pulley, and nitrous express on the way! I am a Toyota Parts Sales rep, if anyone needs Toyota or TRD parts email me or call me! Todd Packer Toyota of Richardson Parts Department 972-238-4465 800-527-2781 todd_packer@toyotaofrichardson.com

07-17-2003, 12:06 PM	#22 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	If you wouldn't mind getting me a price that would be GREAT. My only main concern with doing long distance purchasing would obviously have to be shipping. I don't know how much these things weigh...but I think shipping is gonna be a lot! Thx. TOR! __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

07-17-2003, 12:15 PM	#23 (permalink)
TDiddy Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Urbandale, IA Posts: 7,113	TOR, if you happen to have a rough estimate of weight, can you let me know as well?

07-17-2003, 01:29 PM	#24 (permalink)
TOR Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Plano, TX Posts: 490	Manik Guard Probably between 50 to 60 lbs. Hope that helps. Todd __________________ 97 4-Runner Limited, 1st Gen Supercharger, TRD air filter, Flo~Pro, 18" BBS wheels, 2.0 pulley, and nitrous express on the way! I am a Toyota Parts Sales rep, if anyone needs Toyota or TRD parts email me or call me! Todd Packer Toyota of Richardson Parts Department 972-238-4465 800-527-2781 todd_packer@toyotaofrichardson.com

07-17-2003, 02:00 PM	#25 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	So how much would a grille cost brand new? Not including shipping, I need to decide whether its worth going with a used one or going ahead and fronting the cash for a new one. Thanks TOR! __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

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