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Old 01-25-2011, 10:07 PM
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Both are built with 3/16" 2x6 tubing. 1/4" brackets are used to secure both the front and rear. The rear is going to be tied into the factory tow hitch location to secure it a bit better. The front is still a work in progress. Just started it tonight. It's looking ok so far though??? Let me know what you all think. Criticism is also accepted as I want to know I'm doing these right. Would suck to lose one on the trail.
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More of the front bumper.
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jw, how much does ur bumper stick out in front of grill
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Just barely enough to mount my winch to it. Just measured it at 9". It will have 1/4" plate on top when done.
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i see.................
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looks good so far
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Looks pretty good!
Any pictures of how the rear mounts?
I plan on making my own this summer, and am looking for some ideas.
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lookin good i really like how u angled out the front bumper i wish i would done that on mine...but mine is just flat :-(
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make shure the mounts to the bumper are strong i made almost the same bumper and almost ripped it off 2 days ago
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is it not finished yet?
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It is finished now and painted. Has 1/4" plating on top. Still waiting to mount the winch though. Will post more pics when it is mounted and done. Thanks guys.
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ig suggest gusseting the mount brackets up with some more of that plate. more strength is always a good thing on any mounting points. looks awesome tho i like the angle on it..
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is your winch gonna sit on TOP of your bumper? or in the area that was created in front of the front crossmember?
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I like the angle idea alot. Good job on the design.
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how much $ is in them?


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