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Installed ARB bumper on prior salvage

Discussion in 'Armor' started by Natenite, Feb 8, 2020.

  1. Feb 8, 2020 at 6:37 PM
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    Natenite

    Natenite [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Buddy helped me put the arb winch bumper on my first gen today. I have a prior salvage truck the front driver side frame extension where the bumper attaches is bent so the bumper is sitting about half an inch towards the passenger side too far. It’s not visible to the naked eye that it’s bent but once we put the crush can brackets on it was obvious. We successfully got it in but the gap on the passenger side is obvious. Wondering if anyone knows any tricks to help me shift it over. Maybe there is a way to straighten or bend the frame slightly? Not sure. Just thought I would see what people think. Thanks!
     
  2. Feb 25, 2020 at 7:43 PM
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    5nahalf

    5nahalf I build dumb things

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    Ive used a port-a-power to straighten frames before, its not perfect, but it lets you push things into alignment. They are limited to 4 tons, but you should be able to move it pretty good.

    Use a combination of chains and jacks to hold the frame where it needs to be while you pull it.
     
  3. Feb 25, 2020 at 7:51 PM
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    koditten

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    Check out my bumper build. It's in my signature. Maybe it will give you ideas.
     

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