Trump's BA Axial Jeep G6 build with a twist.

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Jeep757

Where did you buy the combo from?

Try this link.

Originally Posted by Hotrodvw

I am also wondering about a tire carrier, and pondered what you're doing as well. Very cool idea man. I'll be following closely.

Thank you for commenting and following my build.

[Jeep757]

Originally Posted by Trump1

Try this link.

link doesn't work,

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Jeep757

link doesn't work,

Thank you for pointing that out. I corrected the hyperlink. If it doesn't work just go to CKRC Crawlers.

The link may not work because CKRC Crawlers is in the process of launching a new web site.

Thanks again.

[Trump1]

I decided to start my light bar mounts since I'm waiting on my missing parts from VP.

I didn't want to go with a four (4) inch light bar. I really wanted a five (5) inch light bar. I think the five inch light bar would go better because the windshield is about 5.5 inches.

So I came up with a prototype. Looks good on the cage.



It looked good, but I needed to make sure everything will fit with the windshield installed.


Here's the very rough prototype:



To be continued ...

[billj]

Im diggin the light bar/mounts. Nice work. A friend is sending me a 4" light bar. But the five inch sure looks great on yours

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by billj

Im diggin the light bar/mounts. Nice work. A friend is sending me a 4" light bar. But the five inch sure looks great on yours

Thank you. I thought the five inch light bar would fill the front windshield better. The light bar mounts are prototypes made with thin aluminum for easier fabrication. The final ones will be made with thicker aluminum. The final version should look better.

[Trump1]

Alright! My VP parts arrived today. Going to finish my front axle tonight.

[Trump1]

I completed the front axle assembly last night. Moving right a long. Here's a photo just before installing the diff cover and skid plate. And of course grease too.



To be continued ...

[Trump1]

Last night I finalized my prototype design and made my light bar mount holders.

I'm moving right along ....














To be continued ...

[Hotrodvw]

5" light bar, right?

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Hotrodvw

5" light bar, right?

Yes sir! Actual dimension is 5.6"

[Hotrodvw]

Right on. I was just wondering if I should go 4" and keep the G6 light bar, OR 5" and fab some mounts. I really like the G6 light bar though.......crap.

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Hotrodvw

Right on. I was just wondering if I should go 4" and keep the G6 light bar, OR 5" and fab some mounts. I really like the G6 light bar though.......crap.

If I'm not mistaken, the 4" VP light bar (4.6" wide) will fit inside the original G6 light bar mount. But it's a entirely different look. Decisions, decisions ....

I like the lower profile look. I wanted the light bar to be about the level, or close to level, with the roof line.


Thank you for your comments.

[Hotrodvw]

Gotcha. I may try to work with the stock set up. I'm an ok driver, but accidents happen. Killing a light bar would piss me off. LOL

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Hotrodvw

Gotcha. I may try to work with the stock set up. I'm an ok driver, but accidents happen. Killing a light bar would piss me off. LOL

Ha ha ha .... Yeah, that would not be fun. Nobody like breaking parts.

[Trump1]

Well, here's the video of City Slicker taking a dip. It looks better in full screen mode.






The following is a direct link for other devices:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwA2...ature=youtu.be

[billj]

Nice video

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by billj

Nice video

Thank you. I just realized I posted the video on the wrong build thread ... doh!

[Hotrodvw]

Looking great!

I pulled the trigger on the 4" light bar. I'll post up pics once it's mounted. I think it'll look good in the stock rack.

[Trump1]

Originally Posted by Hotrodvw

Looking great!

I pulled the trigger on the 4" light bar. I'll post up pics once it's mounted. I think it'll look good in the stock rack.

Thank you. I think it will look good too. I look forward to seeing you picture.