So, im building tube bumpers front and back....any suggestions/pictures of how to mount them into the frame?

 

I'd be interested in pics also. I've been searching the forum for a few days and can't seem to find a lot on them.

 

Alot of companies make them. I found these on ebay

 

Hmmm something like that seems sturdy enough haha

 

Anyone have pics on how they mounted the rear?

 

Mounted to the rear? The rear has a completely different mounting system. Those are for the front. And make your own out of scrap. Free and easy

 

I know the ones EVILXJ posted are for the front, i wanted both pictures of the front and rear mounts. And, yeah, i know the stock mounting system is different, i wanted to see how others mounted their bumpers, whether it be stock mounts or tied into the frame, which can be done.

 

I'm actually in the process of finishing up a rear bumper project on my 98 right now. I cut out some sheet from the tail panel between the stock mounts. This allowed me to use some 1/4" wall 2x4 tubing (with some alterations) tied from the inside of the frame rails. I opened up some stock holes to fit 5/8-11 bolts thru. Then I weld the mounts to the bumper after measuring and mock up. I'll post some pics when I finish the structural procedures tomorrow. I got the idea from another project on this forum I believe (not taking full credit).

 

who sells them bumper mounts?

 

For the rear gotta make some brackets that can mount where you would bolt up a receiver hitch for it

 

I think i know which thread you are talkin about, and i think thats the way im leaning towards...the stock mounts seem like they just suck, so building into the frame seems smarter...and hopefully strong enough that i can pull someone out or get pulled out when i need it....

 

Front

Rear

 

How strong is the rear tie-in bracket? And would i use this in conjunction with the stock mounting holes?

 

Don't know.

Yes.

 

Lol thanks, nice and helpful