Who sells the STRONGEST Bull Bars (Anti-Deer Bars to me)

314159 · 11-20-2012, 05:39 PM

I want some bull bars that can actually hit something, rather than a fashion statement. I live surrounded by deer, so a real chance of hitting one is a daily concern. I suppose I recognize there is only so much I can expect in a bull bar designed for a lightweight like the RAV4, but who makes the bull bar with the strongest attachment to the frame and inherent strength? Looks are of zero concern. Application is for a 2010 4WD 4 CYL base model. Thanks for any advice...

mensajero · 11-20-2012, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 314159

I want some bull bars that can actually hit something, rather than a fashion statement. I live surrounded by deer, so a real chance of hitting one is a daily concern. I suppose I recognize there is only so much I can expect in a bull bar designed for a lightweight like the RAV4, but who makes the bull bar with the strongest attachment to the frame and inherent strength? Looks are of zero concern. Application is for a 2010 4WD 4 CYL base model. Thanks for any advice...

Dude, welcome to the forum. Check this out, pricey though, but state of the art.

http://www.carid.com/2010-toyota-rav4-grill-guards/

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**JuneBug** · 11-20-2012, 11:51 PM

My buddy at work recently hit a deer with his 2005 Corolla on the way home from working the night shift. The car was totaled by his insurance company. It happens more often than you know.

mensajero · 11-21-2012, 12:43 AM

Yeah, hitting an animal, any type of animal, a moose, horse, deer, and what not. Will do your vehicle, permanently.

314159 · 11-21-2012, 09:42 AM

Thanks for the welcome Mensajaro. The Jaos' look like the real deal, but if I could afford that much for the bars, I'd just buy another RAV4! So far, I'm thinking the Romik looks like the strongest of the bunch. Opinions/experiences anybody?

Dr. Dyno · 11-21-2012, 01:18 PM

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I want some bull bars that can actually hit something, rather than a fashion statement. .... Looks are of zero concern.

To protect fully protect the front bodywork of the car you'd need a rig as strong as a snow plow and so high you'd have to look thru it.

314159 · 11-26-2012, 06:17 PM

Yup, it looks like anything remotely available is just cosmetic and dead useless weight. It was a nice idea while it lasted.

2010blackrav4sport · 11-27-2012, 11:49 PM

Romik? I think Go Rhino is better

Blogson · 11-28-2012, 12:06 AM

The bull bar can be as strong as railroad locomotive steel but if what it is attached to is typical automotive stock and a deer is hit while driving at typical road speed there may be as much or more vehicle damage than if there had been no bull bar.

11-20-2012, 05:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
314159 Junior Member Country: Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 10 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Who sells the STRONGEST Bull Bars (Anti-Deer Bars to me) I want some bull bars that can actually hit something, rather than a fashion statement. I live surrounded by deer, so a real chance of hitting one is a daily concern. I suppose I recognize there is only so much I can expect in a bull bar designed for a lightweight like the RAV4, but who makes the bull bar with the strongest attachment to the frame and inherent strength? Looks are of zero concern. Application is for a 2010 4WD 4 CYL base model. Thanks for any advice... Last edited by 314159; 11-20-2012 at 05:43 PM. Reason: clarity

11-20-2012, 11:51 PM	#3 (permalink)
JuneBug Your Humble Administrator Country: Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 8,997 Thanks: 37 Thanked 630 Times in 521 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	My buddy at work recently hit a deer with his 2005 Corolla on the way home from working the night shift. The car was totaled by his insurance company. It happens more often than you know. __________________ James __________________ 2008 Limited V6 2WD "The Silver Bullet" •Tow Prep •Autodim mirror w/compass •Wade deflector •Weathertech visors •BluLogic Bluetooth •QuickLift hood struts •Auto door locks • (((XM))) radio •Homelink •Unswitched 12V outlets

11-21-2012, 12:43 AM	#4 (permalink)
mensajero Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 1997 Location: Bqtas. Posts: 8,414 Thanks: 0 Thanked 46 Times in 45 Posts Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Yeah, hitting an animal, any type of animal, a moose, horse, deer, and what not. Will do your vehicle, permanently. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/400637

11-28-2012, 12:06 AM	#9 (permalink)
Blogson Advanced Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Oregon coast Posts: 2,091 Thanks: 14 Thanked 99 Times in 99 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	The bull bar can be as strong as railroad locomotive steel but if what it is attached to is typical automotive stock and a deer is hit while driving at typical road speed there may be as much or more vehicle damage than if there had been no bull bar. __________________ Jim 2011 Upgraded Base V6 4WD 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic LT 2002 Craftsman LT1000 V2 Jesus is Lord

11-21-2012, 09:42 AM	#5 (permalink)
314159 Junior Member Country: Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 10 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thanks for the welcome Mensajaro. The Jaos' look like the real deal, but if I could afford that much for the bars, I'd just buy another RAV4! So far, I'm thinking the Romik looks like the strongest of the bunch. Opinions/experiences anybody?

11-26-2012, 06:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
314159 Junior Member Country: Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 10 Thanks: 2 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yup, it looks like anything remotely available is just cosmetic and dead useless weight. It was a nice idea while it lasted.

11-27-2012, 11:49 PM	#8 (permalink)
2010blackrav4sport Junior Member Country: Join Date: May 2012 Location: louisiana Posts: 11 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Romik? I think Go Rhino is better

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