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I'm rather torn on the idea of making 2 bumpers. :cry: I think I'd rather put more effort into designing a nice looking and legal C1 bumper and just leave it on there. But we'll see... If I don't 100% love the bumper, I may make a little stubby bumper for get-togethers. :mrgreen: |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep 1 Attachment(s) That C1 bumper rule may have to be looked at again for 2014. I know it's been discussed, but to me, the "jeep" type vehicles are not the same body type as a pick-up or SUV. There are all kinds of 1:1 aftermarket front bumpers for "street driven" Jeeps that would not pass in C1. For example, if you wanted to build a scale replica of this TJ.... Attachment 223560 It is obvious it is a daily driver, but yet has a stubby winch bumper. Just an observation.:mrgreen: Sorry for mucking up your build Tommy. Keep up the great work! |
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Thanks for the kind words, Shon! :) |
Could you do a bumper like the rampage front bumper for the jk. Its legal width but gives you better clearance like a stubby one would. Maybe even make it out of tube? http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/23/ma7u4yja.jpg Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717 using Tapatalk 2 |
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I get the rule, I just look at it from the appearance aspect, and what you choose to build. And really don't see a huge advantage over a stubby Jeep bumper or something like this..... http://www.rccrawler.com/forum/attac...7-dscn3993.jpg This wasn't a C1 rig but the bumper fit C1 rules "as wide as windshield". I know that compromises have to be made though."thumbsup" |
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We wouldn't want anybodies feel goods getting hurt because a Jeep out crawled them.:lmao: Are you thinking tube or plate type like the one above? |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep LOL! Well, I'm now about 90% sure it'll end up a narrower, hopefully(!) slightly better looking version of this: http://www.autotrucktoys.com/jeep/im...bilt-Jeep-.jpg But I reserve the right to change my mind at any point in time! :mrgreen: |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep Got the front bumper started and winch mounted. http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...2_215138-L.jpg Of course, it was after I did all the work (more than you might think) when I realized it was angled down a bit too far. This pic exaggerated it, though. It's not quite that bad. Now to build some tube work around it....and to protect that fancy winch. :mrgreen: http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...2_215253-L.jpg |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep Front bumper is basically done. I'm pretty happy with it... http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...3_191652-L.jpg http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...3_191719-L.jpg http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...3_192637-L.jpg http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...3_191622-L.jpg |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep Great looking bumper Tommy and shouldn't get in the way. Way to stay within C1 spec and still look cool. 8) |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep Looks good Tommy! I like it"thumbsup" |
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So front and rear bumpers are done. Front and rear winches are pretty much done. I guess next up will be rock sliders, wiring the electronics, and maybe build some body armor. It's coming along.... |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep Don't tell me you've ever seen a more beautiful winch mount. 'Cause I know you'd be lying! :lmao: http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...4_233837-L.jpg I JB Welded the brake line routing to the servo case. VERY limited space, but this is holding up very well! Pretty pleased with it.....but very happy it won't be seen normally. :ror: |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep I did another trail run yesterday. Overall, the Jeep performed well. I'm not sure I like those King shocks more than the stockers, though. They're actually too soft. I'm going to try much heavier shock oil to see if that'll help get the front a bit more stable. But I really wish I wouldn't abuse my rigs before they're even completed! The Jeep took a ton of big rolls yesterday....in some cases barrel rolling a good 10' down a rocky hill. I ended up breaking off both side mirrors. :evil: On the bright side, the cage held super strong and the magnets held the body in check perfectly! :mrgreen: And absolutely no failures during our 2+ hour long run. I even got to check out the CLAW winch and it worked like a charm! I only snapped one pic so here ya go... http://tommyr.smugmug.com/Hobby-Stuf...7_141433-L.jpg |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep that claw winch worked great, you upgrade that cable yet? |
Re: Tommy's Class 1 Jeep How is that bobin spool holding up. I have not had any luck with them. |
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