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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Both of the bumpers pictured on here are hot. Extra points for building it yourself and getting such a clean fit. Nice work gentlemen.

Keep us posted - can't wait to see the finished pics.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:31 PM
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VERY nice work!!
 
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 08:50 PM
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Looks awesome!! I'd love to build one myself. I like the lines but for the look I'd go for, the lower section wouldn't project more than 1/2" out past what the stock bumper does. more that "prerunner" look I guess, but without a doubt, that thing will last for years and take (or give out!) some serious punishment!

I wonder: could you build in say 2 holes, 1/2" or so in diameter, such that they would serve as slots for a "workman's step". The "step" would be a small, 2'W x 1'D platform that could be inserted and give you a place to stand when working under the hood. Just a thought.
 
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 10:01 PM
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very nice guys!!
 
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Old Apr 30, 2011 | 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by papadelogan
Looks awesome!! I'd love to build one myself. I like the lines but for the look I'd go for, the lower section wouldn't project more than 1/2" out past what the stock bumper does. more that "prerunner" look I guess, but without a doubt, that thing will last for years and take (or give out!) some serious punishment!

I wonder: could you build in say 2 holes, 1/2" or so in diameter, such that they would serve as slots for a "workman's step". The "step" would be a small, 2'W x 1'D platform that could be inserted and give you a place to stand when working under the hood. Just a thought.
This step could just go into the receiver couldn't it?
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 09:31 PM
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what do you all think of this?

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I drilled and plug welded studs on the letters, and drilled holes in the bumper. The bumper itself will be Line-X, but plan on either powdercoating or painting the letters. I think white would pop too much, so i am leaning towards a darker grey.
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 10:20 PM
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Got a picture of it on the truck with the letters???
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 10:22 PM
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wow, build be one please!!!lol
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 10:56 PM
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Old May 14, 2011 | 11:41 PM
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How do you plan on powdercoating the letters if they're welded on...
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 11:55 PM
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He welded the studs to the backsides of the letters and bolted the letters to the bumper.

Awesome job! You're right, white would be too much. Go with the grey.
 
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Old May 14, 2011 | 11:57 PM
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Ahhhh, my bad, I thought he said he plug welded them on.
 
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Old May 15, 2011 | 12:50 AM
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That looks really nice, great job to both who posted.
 
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Old May 18, 2011 | 08:37 PM
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wow great job guys. these are so crazy looking bumpers
 
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