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Old 03-11-2010 | 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by AlexJet
You should get Ver.2 bumper which will look like this:


It looks close, but I can't quite tell for sure from your pics, but do the side-wings' width (as in how much they stick out past the body) match the width of the limited style flares? This is my main issue with most rear bumpers out there right now is that they don't match the width of the limited style flares. I personally like my flares and would prefer the slight bit of extra width for protection. And I think it looks better.

P.S. Sweet maple leaf cut-outs.

-Ferg-

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Old 03-12-2010 | 03:14 AM
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Originally Posted by theferg
It looks close, but I can't quite tell for sure from your pics, but do the side-wings' width (as in how much they stick out past the body) match the width of the limited style flares? This is my main issue with most rear bumpers out there right now is that they don't match the width of the limited style flares. I personally like my flares and would prefer the slight bit of extra width for protection. And I think it looks better.

P.S. Sweet maple leaf cut-outs.

-Ferg-

I knew someone will mention that personal touch and like it...

One of the benefits of this bumper as it sticks to the truck like it rolled out from the factory like that. YES, it match Limited style fenders ideally in width. I like limited flares too and I need them to cover bigger tires, so for trail protection of those flares was crutial point.
Old 03-12-2010 | 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by AlexJet
You should get Ver.2 bumper which will look like this:
Would you be able to send me close-up pics of the corners? where the side plates and the main bumper body meet.
Annnd..... If at all possible I would like to see a better shot of the side plates dead-on. I am trying to figure out if the bend in the side plate is angled or straight across..not sure if that makes sense..
Old 03-12-2010 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by willworkfor4x4
Would you be able to send me close-up pics of the corners? where the side plates and the main bumper body meet.
Annnd..... If at all possible I would like to see a better shot of the side plates dead-on. I am trying to figure out if the bend in the side plate is angled or straight across..not sure if that makes sense..
I'll try to make a few shots. Remind me on Sunday if I wouldn't post by evening.
Old 03-18-2010 | 02:00 PM
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This is one awesome bumper makes me wish i had a 3rd gen to put one on
Old 03-18-2010 | 05:47 PM
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This is one awesome bumper makes me wish i had a 3rd gen to put one on
What do you have?
Old 03-19-2010 | 08:29 AM
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2nd gen, 93' to be a little more specific.
Old 03-19-2010 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by graduatedpine
2nd gen, 93' to be a little more specific.
Call CBI, ask for Steve, he used to have 2nd Gen, I'm not sure if he still has it. He'll build you one.
Brant is a great guy to talk to and he'll guide you through the process, but for technical issues you need to talk to Steve directly.
Tell him, Alex reffered you, he will understand...
Old 03-19-2010 | 09:53 AM
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Trying to cut down on the "primetime" cellphone minutes so ill shoot an email. I went to their website and looked around, and didn't see any 2nd gens in the gallery. At the same time though it says right on their website that they will fab anything so thanks again for the referral, i have been wanting to do a bumper for a while now, but i don't like the ARB rear. Ill let ya know what the verdict is when i hear back.
Old 03-19-2010 | 11:22 AM
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Call from office or home. Its faster and better to talk over the phone on such custom things.
Old 03-28-2010 | 01:44 AM
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Originally Posted by graduatedpine
Trying to cut down on the "primetime" cellphone minutes so ill shoot an email. I went to their website and looked around, and didn't see any 2nd gens in the gallery. At the same time though it says right on their website that they will fab anything so thanks again for the referral, i have been wanting to do a bumper for a while now, but i don't like the ARB rear. Ill let ya know what the verdict is when i hear back.
When did ARB start making a rear bumper for 2nd gens ?
Old 03-29-2010 | 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by hunter4runner
When did ARB start making a rear bumper for 2nd gens ?
My bad, I don't think they do. After I read your question I went and looked but only found them for the landcruiser.
Old 03-29-2010 | 11:01 AM
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So I finally finished my knock-off bumper.
It ended up costing $280 after it was all said and done.

I am no expert fabricator, but did the best I could.
I had the bent pieces prepared by a local welding shop, and the rest was cut out with a metal bandsaw and welded up. Lots of grinding involved due to my lack of precision on the bandsaw.

Old 03-29-2010 | 11:03 AM
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So I finally finished my knock-off bumper.
It ended up costing $280 after it was all said and done.

I am no expert fabricator, but did the best I could.
I had the bent pieces prepared by a local welding shop, and the rest was cut out with a metal bandsaw and welded up. Lots of grinding involved due to my lack of precision on the bandsaw.
I do plan on adding a swing-away.... but I have some other projects that are more pressing at the moment. Like replacing my stolen stereo!
More to come soon! (the project list for this truck will never end...)



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Old 03-29-2010 | 02:12 PM
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dang i wish i knew how to weld so i could have a rear bumper for under $300...
Old 03-29-2010 | 02:33 PM
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Looks good willworkfor4x4!
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