Next up were some bumper upgrades.
I started off with an assemble-it-yourself kit from a place that is now no longer in business.
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Then I loaded it up with a 9,000lb Mile Marker winch |
Now it was time for a rear bumper. I wanted a tire carrier but they were very expensive. So I decided to use the new-to-me mill and the welders my brother bought. I wanted a somewhat "factory" look.
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Kept the bumper end caps. |
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Split the original bumper in half and grafted it to the frame. |
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Nothing exciting but I got the tire out of the rear cargo area. |