zimm
Expedition Leader
does the licence plate hang over the hitch insert?
Droverrover buys an fj80???!!!
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does the licence plate hang over the hitch insert?
Corbet
Observer
I built a 4x4 Labs bumper from the kit. If you have a welder and a grinder you can save yourself some coin. Build thread: http://www.risingsun4x4club.org/forum2/showthread.php?t=17667&highlight=bumper
I liked that it offers a better departure angle than most but you have to cut the OEM crossmember off. No big deal if you never plan to return the truck to stock. Having the option of interchangeable swing arm attachments is cool too.
I liked that it offers a better departure angle than most but you have to cut the OEM crossmember off. No big deal if you never plan to return the truck to stock. Having the option of interchangeable swing arm attachments is cool too.
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Drover
Adventurer
That's what it looks like, I would like to get some feed back from someone who has it
Drover
Adventurer
I looked at the 4x4labs bumper. I don't like the side protection detail. But other wise I like everything else.
By the way, that was an informative link on your bumper build. It was nice to see step by step how it goes together. I was considering 4x4labs kit, only because I could do it in our shop. I'm really hung up on his side protection detail. It doesn't look finished to me? Who knows, for $500 , maybe I can get past it!
Corbet
Observer
The side protection of any bumper comes at a compromise. Most are designed around keeping the flares. Many are removing them. Luke's bumper tries to accommodate both. The beauty of the kit though is you can do what you want to finish it to your liking.
Drover
Adventurer
Hey! I forgot to mention! I love that 7pin/flat4 detail! I'm gonna have to borrow that one. Very nice
Sempertoy
Explorer
Here is my rear bumper. I bought it from sean houston, a guy who lives in San Diego and build these in his garage. I can't say enough good things about it. I have seriously abused this bumper and it has never flinched. He has a thread on mud if you want more info (when its back up and running)
The ladder also has a basket that attaches and holds three jerry cans. It can be built with one swing out if so desired.
The ladder also has a basket that attaches and holds three jerry cans. It can be built with one swing out if so desired.
Corbet
Observer
Thanks, that is my favorite part of my build. It turned out great and is very functional. Pic attached for those who don't want to go search through my build.
cruiseroutfit
Well-known member
Welcome to the Cruiser realm
Drover
Adventurer
Welcome to the Cruiser realm
Thanks for the welcome Kurt. I don't know if you've put it together but , it's Drew, the guy who called yesterday getting quotes on the full locker/diff assemblies. The "rover" guy who didn't know ******** about cruisers! Lol
Drover
Adventurer
Here is my rear bumper. I bought it from sean houston, a guy who lives in San Diego and build these in his garage. I can't say enough good things about it. I have seriously abused this bumper and it has never flinched. He has a thread on mud if you want more info (when its back up and running)
The ladder also has a basket that attaches and holds three jerry cans. It can be built with one swing out if so desired.
Hey sempertoy, thanks for the suggestion. I've followed your build for some time now. Nicely done
cruiseroutfit
Well-known member
zimm
Expedition Leader
Mike is the ****. I buy all my stuff from him. Great customer service and he does custom modifications. I'd love to find a fella local to him so he can jig up gwagon parts.
I don't get the steel swing out ladder. Cost, weight, and complication. An aluminum hatch mount is much lighter and convenient. You can also use the swing out for something different, like a magma grill. I got my JDM ladder from MOT on Ih8mud. He lives in Japan and scores some cool Japanese Toyota parts. I also have the bug screens for leaving the windows down and sleeping in the back. Great addition when fishing overnight.
I don't get the steel swing out ladder. Cost, weight, and complication. An aluminum hatch mount is much lighter and convenient. You can also use the swing out for something different, like a magma grill. I got my JDM ladder from MOT on Ih8mud. He lives in Japan and scores some cool Japanese Toyota parts. I also have the bug screens for leaving the windows down and sleeping in the back. Great addition when fishing overnight.