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RonneyJAyala 11-03-2015 11:24 PM

Pre-Runner Bumper
 
Hey! So I'm really big into the pre-runners looks and functionality. Eventually I want my 92 ranger to be one, but that's long in the future. For now however, I can get the look down: I want to build a pre runner type bumper, round tubing with a skid plate, maybe a few kc lights (or a light bar) and possibly a stinger. I have a design I like from a different user on the TRS forums. http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...322f5a52c1.jpg
That's his on a 88 I think.http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...5516531dc3.jpg
The front of my 92 isn't to much different but it'll be a different fabrication. Really what I'm looking for is design plans, and or some measurements on tubing and thickness of tubing. Plus how do I mount a skid plate? I know there's a cross member under the hood that could be used, but I'll see what you guys can help me out with. Any help will be greatly appreciated! :)

dzrt_ranger 11-03-2015 11:52 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...adb1eeed4b.jpg

This is my truck. Different year but same concept. I use 1.75x.120 mild steel. Use tabs to mount the skid plate.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11...909543ae62.jpg

RonneyJAyala 11-04-2015 08:45 AM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
How did you mount the bumper on the bottom? Also, nice truck man :)

dzrt_ranger 11-04-2015 02:52 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
Just a tube going from one side of the frame to the other. I gave it a bend to make it sit lower. Thanks!

RonneyJAyala 11-04-2015 03:53 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
I like it, but I don't have a tube bender so I might do small cuts on the tubing to bend it, then weld it together

dzrt_ranger 11-04-2015 05:20 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
Yeah you could do that

RonneyJAyala 11-04-2015 08:17 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
It seems easier, I'm terrible with a tube bender.. :/

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I still need to figure out how much material I'm going to need, and start designing it on paper with measurements

stephen 11-05-2015 10:14 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
1.75"x.120

V1
http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g2...C4342FD6E7.jpg

V2
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...ps50xldywb.jpg

bigfisher 11-05-2015 10:15 PM

I like V2 better

stephen 11-05-2015 10:17 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
Thanks. That's what I have on the truck now.

RonneyJAyala 11-05-2015 11:35 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
That also is a good bumper design, like the winch idea. I do need to acquire one

RB7 Ranger 11-06-2015 04:52 AM

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That is great looking bumper, nice work Stephen, did you build it? there are some nice benders out there , I think I am gona buy this one,

http://www.affordablebender.com/

I think bumper building out here in Tennessee could take off, I will use my truck as a Guiney pig

stephen 11-06-2015 06:18 AM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
Thanks. I built both of the bumpers at my friends shop. He helped out a lot.

RonneyJAyala 11-06-2015 10:55 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
I'm at my friends at the moment installing a new exhaust, but soon I'll come up with a design for the bumper!

RB7 Ranger 12-03-2015 06:41 PM

Re: Pre-Runner Bumper
 
http://www.fordrangerforum.com/membe...aint-booth.jpg

This is it so far, the bender works nice, I got m skid plate made last night, and bought some 7 in KC's off of Ebay


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