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Build your own Bandit Bumper - STEVENSVILLE MI
- Thread starter Bandit Runner
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Bandit Runner
Senior Member
I am currently working on plans for both a single swing out and a double swing out. More info to come...
owyheerat
New member
Rear bumper plans with swing out
Call in sick:lol: We want swing-outs, we want swing-outs, we want swing-outs!
:reddance:
Call in sick:lol: We want swing-outs, we want swing-outs, we want swing-outs!
:reddance:
redstar
New member
I second this! Add swing-outs and you've got my money!
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Dual swingouts and single swingout designs are complete. I'll get some pics up soon.
I usually just send dxf's of the individual pieces that need to be cut out, but can provide the solid model if desired.
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Dual Swing-Out Design Pics:
Back View:
Side View:
Open:
Hinge:
Latch:
Sliding Blocks:
I have a ladder on the driver side, but it can be replaced with jerry can holders, etc.
Features:
- The swing-out arms (2.5 x 1.5 x .1875 thick wall rectangular tubing) both open 135 degrees.
- I used plastic blocks to provide a ramp lead-in when closing the arms.
- The plastic blocks also eliminate any metal to metal sliding contact (should be smooth and quiet).
- The hinges are 1.25 inch diameter grade 8 bolts with 2 bronze bushings each in double sheer. (larger than aftermarket versions)
- The swing arms are located up above the bumper as opposed to behind it, offering more protection of the arms, hinges and latch.
- Location for license plate mounting.
- 35 inch spare tire.
- I tried to hide as much hardware (bolts, nuts, etc) as I could for aesthetics.
- The latch is a compression latch, like what is used on some aftermarket swing-outs.
- The latch is set at an angle to clamp both arms in two directions (both down and back).
All aftermarket versions have the latch clamping the swing arm either straight downward, or straight back against the bumper. But this allows a degree of freedom of movement. My design clamps in both directions. Think of it as clamping or wedging the arms tightly into a corner, where there is no movement allowed in any direction. I believe this will eliminate any vibration issues also.
The downside of the dual swing-outs is that I had to add features to clamp the arms up against in the center of the bumper. With the plastic sliding blocks, this got a little bulky in the latching area. I'm currently working on a single swing arm design based on this design also. I think the single arm design will end up much cleaner looking.
Back View:
Side View:
Open:
Hinge:
Latch:
Sliding Blocks:
I have a ladder on the driver side, but it can be replaced with jerry can holders, etc.
Features:
- The swing-out arms (2.5 x 1.5 x .1875 thick wall rectangular tubing) both open 135 degrees.
- I used plastic blocks to provide a ramp lead-in when closing the arms.
- The plastic blocks also eliminate any metal to metal sliding contact (should be smooth and quiet).
- The hinges are 1.25 inch diameter grade 8 bolts with 2 bronze bushings each in double sheer. (larger than aftermarket versions)
- The swing arms are located up above the bumper as opposed to behind it, offering more protection of the arms, hinges and latch.
- Location for license plate mounting.
- 35 inch spare tire.
- I tried to hide as much hardware (bolts, nuts, etc) as I could for aesthetics.
- The latch is a compression latch, like what is used on some aftermarket swing-outs.
- The latch is set at an angle to clamp both arms in two directions (both down and back).
All aftermarket versions have the latch clamping the swing arm either straight downward, or straight back against the bumper. But this allows a degree of freedom of movement. My design clamps in both directions. Think of it as clamping or wedging the arms tightly into a corner, where there is no movement allowed in any direction. I believe this will eliminate any vibration issues also.
The downside of the dual swing-outs is that I had to add features to clamp the arms up against in the center of the bumper. With the plastic sliding blocks, this got a little bulky in the latching area. I'm currently working on a single swing arm design based on this design also. I think the single arm design will end up much cleaner looking.
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owyheerat
New member
I just received plans from Bandit Runner for a rear bumper with dual swing outs. Very impressed with the level of detail he puts into his plans, drawings, and step by step instructions. I'm pretty sure a novice like me can put together a sweet bumper for close to half the cost of an aftermarket bumper. I am in the process of procurring materials and with start the fab process next weekend (assuming I can get all materials in time). I will try to remember to take pics and post after complete.
Durwin
Durwin
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Sorry, 3rd gen only.
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Here are a few pics of the single swing-out design:
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MN4runnerman
Senior Member
interested in rear bumper with full length swingout
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Bump with updated pricing:
Front Bumper = $125
Rear Bumper (no swingouts) = $125
Single Swing-out for rear bumper = Add $35
Dual Swing-out for rear bumper = Add $50
If you purchase front and rear bumper designs at the same time, I will knock $50 off the total price.
If you purchased a bumper design from me previously, and would like to purchase a second design, I will still knock $25 off the price of the second design.
Front Bumper = $125
Rear Bumper (no swingouts) = $125
Single Swing-out for rear bumper = Add $35
Dual Swing-out for rear bumper = Add $50
If you purchase front and rear bumper designs at the same time, I will knock $50 off the total price.
If you purchased a bumper design from me previously, and would like to purchase a second design, I will still knock $25 off the price of the second design.
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
See this thread for completed pics of rear bumper with dual swing-out design:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/204519-big-shout-out-bandit-runner-bumper-design.html
Materials needed for rear bumper with single swing-out:
All the flat pieces can be cut out of a 8' x 2' x 3/16" thick sheet of steel.
5' of 3” x 4” x 1/4” thick wall angle iron.
5' of 3” x 5” x 1/4” thick wall angle iron.
12' of 1.5" x 1.5" x 3/16" thick wall square tubing for the swing-out.
And some other small miscellaneous pieces.
The weight of the bumper is around 135 pounds.
The weight of the swing-out is around 45 pounds.
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Just finished another rear bumper design for a customer. Single swing-out arm with 33" tire, Hi-Lift jack, and two 2-gallon rotopax cans. The swing-out also has a receiver for a bike rack.
Bump. I have time available now....
Bump. I have time available now....
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OldGold3VZE
New member
Wow, that's a steal for all the design time. Are the cut files nested, or individual? Are you opposed to people building your bumpers, and selling them?
Bandit Runner
Senior Member
Cut files are individual.
Its usually one design = one bumper. Maybe we could make some sort of pre-arranged deal though.
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