Looks pretty sweet, what tubing are you using?
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Steve,
Nice start to the bumper. I like how it wraps under the back of the rig. On the ends under the body, where you have a brace going back down to the frame, are you going to "plate" that, sort of like helbnd1's front bumper? Kind of like a mini boat-side, would make it more slippery, and I doubt you'd even see it walking by.
Just a thought.
GalenOriginally posted by 71BRONCO71 at Buck Island 6/25/11I can do that so much better myself..........1, 2, 3 GOODNIGHT!!!
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Steve,
Nice start to the bumper. I like how it wraps under the back of the rig. On the ends under the body, where you have a brace going back down to the frame, are you going to "plate" that, sort of like helbnd1's front bumper? Kind of like a mini boat-side, would make it more slippery, and I doubt you'd even see it walking by.
Just a thought.
Galen
I also spent some time studying Familyman's bumper and the one he built on Mr. R's rebuild thread.
I didn't want to "boat-side" my rear corners, although that looks good and would provide some more clearance. I wanted it stay somewhat stock looking. So I am just going to do a straight bob in the rear and maybe someday I will make another front bumper and do about the same up there.Last edited by highlander; 08-10-2007, 04:49 PM.69, 342 EFI, C4, NP203, D20, 4.5" SL, 2" BL, 4.88 9" 35 spline ARB, 4.88 HP D44, WAH, ARB, CTM's, front disc , 37 x 14.50 Toyo MT, Ram Assist, and rear 4-link
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.....I didn't want to "boat-side" my rear corners, although that looks good and would provide some more clearance. I wanted it stay somwhat stock looking.....Originally posted by 71BRONCO71 at Buck Island 6/25/11I can do that so much better myself..........1, 2, 3 GOODNIGHT!!!
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That looks really nice Steve!
By the way the Harbor freight tube notcher I bought is a POS. For one you can't notch 2" at 60° as the box claims. The clamp only rotates to ~55°. And even at 55° the hole saw will cut into the tube clamp before going all the way through the tube. It is only good for about 30° with 2". Plus I had to shim the tube clamp out so it would cut in the center of the tube, it was offset almost a 1/16." It works OK for straight notches and any thing under 30°. It would probably work at higher angles with smaller tubing. It really doesn't need a drill press either it cut just fine using my 1/2" drill.
Well as usual you get what you pay for! It is worth how little it costs.Last edited by highlander; 08-10-2007, 05:02 PM.69, 342 EFI, C4, NP203, D20, 4.5" SL, 2" BL, 4.88 9" 35 spline ARB, 4.88 HP D44, WAH, ARB, CTM's, front disc , 37 x 14.50 Toyo MT, Ram Assist, and rear 4-link
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My buddy that has that same HF notcher was saying the same thing about the notch not being centered in the tube unless he spaced out the clamp. Well that is dissapointing especially if it won't go beyond 30 degrees.
Hey Galen, how much was that notcher that you bought? Your's worked really well!!
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.....how much was that notcher that you bought? Your's worked really well!!
Last edited by 720Racer; 08-10-2007, 05:48 PM.Originally posted by 71BRONCO71 at Buck Island 6/25/11I can do that so much better myself..........1, 2, 3 GOODNIGHT!!!
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Steve very nice job on the rear bumper. What did you decide to go with for your swing point? Looks really nice. Keep up the good work.
I have to agree with Galen. I have the Notch Master and it works great. The only problem can be to get it re-centered after doing an off-set notch. If you get this one, mark the center point, and you are golden
FM <><Last edited by Familyman; 08-11-2007, 10:04 AM.72EB, one-ton fab project that will never end
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.
1 Cor 16:13-14
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Steve very nice job on the rear bumper. What did you decide to go with for your swing point? Looks really nice. Keep up the good work.
FM <><
I am curious how you connected the spindles to your bumpers, that is the one part I haven't worked out yet. I won't get the spindles until Tuesday or so.69, 342 EFI, C4, NP203, D20, 4.5" SL, 2" BL, 4.88 9" 35 spline ARB, 4.88 HP D44, WAH, ARB, CTM's, front disc , 37 x 14.50 Toyo MT, Ram Assist, and rear 4-link
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Those are the same spindles I use. I am curious how they broke a spindle? Was the gate opened? or secured in place? Anyhow, I attach my spindles by drilling a 1 1/4" hole thru 2 pieces of plate that are attached to the highest and lowest part of the tube or area that it will attach too. I tend to use 1/4" or thicker for these plates so that the spidle has as much surface area as possible. I also run an additional plate from the top plate to the bottom plate for support. Then just weld high and low and you should be fine.
I recently found a design to secure the loose side of the tube that is bombproof and should help support any load that the spindle bears. I enclosed a pic of a tire carrier I just built and I couldn't believe how solid it felt. The design is not mine I saw it at Adam Ants shop in Elk Grove so I would like to give him the credit.
FM <><72EB, one-ton fab project that will never end
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.
1 Cor 16:13-14
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In regard to a limit strap you can also just weld a tab to stop the swing of the carrier. I have done this on the last 2 and it works great but I would like to see what you come up with especially if it is adjustable.
FM <><72EB, one-ton fab project that will never end
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.
1 Cor 16:13-14
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Thats one serious handle for the swing out. I've used my HF notcher for 3 cages and a bunch of tube work. Definately wears out quick though. Ended up bending mine in half when the bit "walked" over the tube. Still worth the money.67 Bronco blue - LS 6.0, 6l90, & atlas (working on it)
69 Bronco red - F/I 302,c-4,36" TSL S/X( sitting next to a barn)
69 Bronco Yellow - TBI 350,th350, 203/205, Dana 60, 14 bolt, 4-link rear, 3 link front,full hydro, body narrowed 8", 39.9 Iroks on Walker Evans
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