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[xltman]

Very cool! What is that 1/4"?

Yup, should be able to handle a few bumps now.

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[1911Man]

Where did you get the tailgate brackets? My guess is some sheet metal that was "scrap" and made them yourself.

I know the kind of Richard Craniums of which you speak. Work with several. Although one recently shot himself in the foot and is gone.

 

[xltman]

Where did you get the tailgate brackets? My guess is some sheet metal that was "scrap" and made them yourself.

I know the kind of Richard Craniums of which you speak. Work with several. Although one recently shot himself in the foot and is gone.

Nope, I called up Extreme Metal Products and asked if they would sell a set of brackets separate. I like their setup because it attaches to the bed and tilts with the bed. They said sure, was only $40.

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Sorry, I thought you meant my rear bumper brackets. Yes, the tailgate brackets were made with some scrap metal. Moved the holes back an inch and up half an inch.

 

[xltman]

Well got a little done tonight. Waiting on my lights to get here, they will be mounted flush into the bumper.



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[allgm1]

I'm really liking your rear bumper, I've been sketching up a design for one myself.Did you make the rear one from 1/4" stock also? Good idea on calling emp for the brackets, that will save you a little head scratching!

 

[xltman]

I'm really liking your rear bumper, I've been sketching up a design for one myself.Did you make the rear one from 1/4" stock also? Good idea on calling emp for the brackets, that will save you a little head scratching!

The top is 1/4", the rest is 1/8". I didn't want it to be too heavy by using all 1/4". I have two gussets inside for strength. The bumper curves to match the rear profile of the machine. I will post pics when I get a chance to mock it up.

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[allgm1]

waiting.................

 

[JTW]

Well got a little done tonight. Waiting on my lights to get here, they will be mounted flush into the bumper.



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Looks great!! I need one of those bash plates!

 

[xltman]

waiting.................

Here you go


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[allgm1]

pissa, real nice, I've got to get to work, well after the honey do list. My loving wife decided she wants to paint the inside of our house. Lucky for me the house isn't real big.
you going to spray paint it or get it powered coated?

 

[JTW]

I love it!!

 

[swsebek]

I love it too.I have made 2 bumpers now but never could get the brackets right for the dump bed and tailgate.....so I gave up but now Im calling EMP......Thanks for the idea and let me know How it works and turns out finished

 

[JTW]

I love it too.I have made 2 bumpers now but never could get the brackets right for the dump bed and tailgate.....so I gave up but now Im calling EMP......Thanks for the idea and let me know How it works and turns out finished

I'd make a template from one..

 

[swsebek]

I'd make a template from one..

I would too, if I had one

 

[xltman]

It's not a simple design, and honestly for $40 I will gladly pony up the cash. I'm going to sandblast and coat with POR-15 then bedliner over the top to match the texture finish. I've done this combo before and works great.

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[xltman]

Well I had some time to get the lights cut in. Also got the front LED bar mounted. Off to the sandblaster this afternoon.

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[Cuoutdoors]

Nice design. The flush mount lights will be sweet. Powder coat places have a textured black as well in case you're ever looking. Looking forward to your finished project.


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[xltman]

Finally done and installed. Waiting on switches to get the lights working but the hard part is done. Let's ride!

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