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ZUKIWORLD Discussion Forum => Suzuki 4x4 Forum => Topic started by: BLK_ARMR on October 21, 2008, 11:45:44 AM

Title: Custom Track/Kick REAR Bumper Questions
Post by: BLK_ARMR on October 21, 2008, 11:45:44 AM

The other bumper thread reminded me.  I've been meaning to post a thread trying to find some info on rear bumper mounting.  I've searched and didn't come up with any info on actually mounting one.  I think I'm gonna just make a basic box tube bumper.  Something like 2x6 or maybe double stacked 2x3 or 2x4.  I'm kinda leary of using the stock bumper mounts though.  Is there a way you guys tie them into the frame rails?  I noticed the frame rails have a little wavy cap piece of metal on them.  Is that something I should remove and make mounts from inside the frame rails, or what?  Any info is greatly appreciated.

Bryan

Title: Re: Custom Track/Kick REAR Bumper Questions
Post by: Uncivilized on October 21, 2008, 02:14:44 PM

I think the Calmini rear bumper/tire carrier has brackets that bolt to the side of the frame to help support the extra weight. It'd be great if someone could post up a picture of what it looks like, I'm curious too :)

Title: Re: Custom Track/Kick REAR Bumper Questions
Post by: BRD HNTR on October 21, 2008, 08:03:59 PM

Quote from: BLK_ARMR on October 21, 2008, 11:45:44 AM

I've searched and didn't come up with any info on actually mounting one.  I think I'm gonna just make a basic box tube bumper.  Something like 2x6 or maybe double stacked 2x3 or 2x4.  I'm kinda leary of using the stock bumper mounts though.  Is there a way you guys tie them into the frame rails?  I noticed the frame rails have a little wavy cap piece of metal on them.  Is that something I should remove and make mounts from inside the frame rails, or what?  Any info is greatly appreciated.

Bryan

I made a bumper similar to what you are describing posted in the Build Diaries http://www.zukiworld.com/forum/index.php?topic=21864.0 (http://www.zukiworld.com/forum/index.php?topic=21864.0).
I used new hardened bolts from NAPA, and they go in at an slight angle.  I have dropped it on rocks and hasn't fallen off.  If you want more info., just ask.  I have been planning on adding a hitch, and will replace the lower cross tube with it.  That will be welded into the frame, and attach to the bumper.
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/Drone637/SDiAI_lJhkI/AAAAAAAAAtA/7eAsWKVYOb0/CIMG2428.JPG?imgmax=512)

Title: Re: Custom Track/Kick REAR Bumper Questions
Post by: MUD CHILD on October 22, 2008, 12:06:40 AM

Here is a picture of my rear bumper that I just built