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Clear coat

 

Spray galv as a primer, krylon industrial gloss black.

 

Did you use a water jet?

 

CNC plasma. It's only 1/16" steel so I was able to run very low amps and get a very tight kerf line.

 

Some lucky guy will be getting a 2000 watt laser in January!

 

Got most of my skid plate welded together.





I'm going to make another one in the spring when I get some plate cut and build a front bumper. This is kind of a rest run and a chance to practice welding.

I'm starting to design the bumper and want to include space for a winch. Are there any general size specs for the winch plate? or how much space to design into the bumper to fit a winch?

 

What are those called?

 

Good question! I have no idea what they're officially called. I called them fender guards or fender bars lol

 

I would have made my own skids if i had a template to go off of. Too many mounting points for me, but yoursnlooks great!

 

Whiskey bend method?

 

Lol i appreciate it

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/homemade-skid-plates.262726/

Tons of info in that thread. My skid is based on Dirtypool’s measurements and BoxRocket’s rear mounts.

Oh yeah. Just wondering if I should lay a news down on both sides of the bend. I’m tempted to leave it as I’ll be building another in the spring anyway.

 

If you have a Metal Suppermarket near you they can do those long bends for you.

 

I do have a Metal Supermarket, but everywhere seems to be more expensive than I'm willing to pay. I guess I'm a cheap ass

 

Mine did the bends for 50$ more than the price of the steel. But we did order 2 bumpers and 2 skids from them.

I also couldn't see doing whiskey bends in 1/4" plate being any fun.

 

They were all quoting me 100 bucks to have the three bends. I couldn't pull the trigger.

I'm sure 1/4" would be a bitch, but probably manageable.

 

That's a bit steep.

Anything can be done

 

So, thinking about changing the shape of my front bumper. Any thoughts? Blue tape was where i was thinking of cutting.

 

Very cool bumpers... I like the multiple pieces... Apocalyptic..

Great job.

 

Started building a rear bumper. Need to complete the left side and do the license plate area.