Desert CJ7
03-05-2002, 11:04 AM
Well I finally finished doing my new bumpers. The rear tire can rotate 180 degrees for an improved departure angle(Sorry no pics of that yet) The rear tire can also slide out to handle 2 jerry cans behind it(no pics of that either yet). The hinge is from Rockstomper. I used 2 pieces of 2x2 in tubing and welded the seam shut. I did this so that the hitch could be recessed while still having the top tube intact. Here are some pics:
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/rear_1.jpg
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/rear_2.jpg
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/rear_3.jpg
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/rear_5.jpg
The front bumper is 2x4x 3/16in tubing with the ends capped. The shackle mounts go through to the frame. I also integrated a winch plate into it.
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/front_7.jpg
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/front_6.jpg
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/front_5b.jpg
I also replaced my steering box, steering shaft, hoses, and got a new bracket from MORE. I did this now since the bolts for the bracket are under the winch plate
http://www.desertcj7.com/Modification%20pics/Steerboxnew.jpg
Rat Patrol
03-05-2002, 11:21 AM
Looks very nice!
I just finished scabbing some steel along the rear section of my frame and raised my tank a bit. Now I'm getting ready to build my spare tire carrier.
Thanks for the pics.
-Jeremy
sanyi83
03-05-2002, 11:42 AM
yeah man it looks good. Nice to see people who do good work themselves
... rear end's leakin'.
cmk
Desert CJ7
03-05-2002, 12:07 PM
Originally posted by cmk
... rear end's leakin'.
cmk
It was. There is a permanent spot on the floor. What you see is just water.
Tydes
03-05-2002, 12:24 PM
That looks pro. What did you do for the swing out part? The dohicking thing( cant think of what they are called) The part that twists.
Desert CJ7
03-05-2002, 02:07 PM
Originally posted by Tydes
That looks pro. What did you do for the swing out part? The dohicking thing( cant think of what they are called) The part that twists.
It is called a hinge:rasta: I got it from Rockstomper. I easily could have made it myself. It is just an axle spindle , some bearings and cups, and 2 pieces of pipe. It is beefy though.
Cutter
03-05-2002, 04:04 PM
sweet!:smokin: good job...y'all got some funny lookin license plates in AZ:rasta:
RoCkSkuLLz
03-05-2002, 04:34 PM
nice work! I like the way it wraps around the side :D
doctor_G
03-05-2002, 05:00 PM
Very nice work.
I'm doing all my own work myself and looking for a clean way to lock in my tire carrier. Where did you find your latch?
RJLynn67
03-05-2002, 05:37 PM
Very Nice. Funning we musted had the smae thoughts. I havent gotten a chance to finish my rear bumper yet but it very much like yours. Tappered and wrapped. I opted to no do a stubby bumper for the front though. However just outside of the frame rials it bends back to get closer to the fenders. I was looking into the rockstomper hinge also. Do you like yours?
Bgcj5
03-05-2002, 07:11 PM
Very nice looking work I like how it wraps around the corner also. Looks very professional. Keep us posted on how it works out.
Grnscru
03-05-2002, 10:35 PM
Originally posted by doctor_G
Very nice work.
I'm doing all my own work myself and looking for a clean way to lock in my tire carrier. Where did you find your latch?
I'm using the same type of latch for my carrier. I got it from a local dealer, but here is the manufacture's website. It is model 334 that I ordered. http://www.mjvail.com/destaco/destaco38.html
Desert CJ7
03-06-2002, 06:53 AM
Originally posted by RJLynn67
Very Nice. Funning we musted had the smae thoughts. I havent gotten a chance to finish my rear bumper yet but it very much like yours. Tappered and wrapped. I opted to no do a stubby bumper for the front though. However just outside of the frame rials it bends back to get closer to the fenders. I was looking into the rockstomper hinge also. Do you like yours?
You could make the same thing very easily but you would only save about $15. THe hinge is very nice otherwise. I would reccomend it.
doctor_G
03-06-2002, 03:33 PM
Originally posted by Grnscru
I'm using the same type of latch for my carrier. I got it from a local dealer, but here is the manufacture's website. It is model 334 that I ordered. http://www.mjvail.com/destaco/destaco38.html
Hey! Thanks alot. :beer: :beer:
Nice work. I really like your rear bumper. I'm going to do something very similar on my XJ. The main difference will be that my reciever hitch will be flush with the bumper. Here is a shot of my front bumper before I installed the winch and shackles.
RR3
http://home.swbell.net/rriojas3/DSCN0761.JPG