New rear swingout

Porqupine82

Porqupine82

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Last week, I took my 4runner down to a local shop called Gypsy Garage, and had them fab up a rear swing out for the 4runner. I wanted something lightweight, as I already carry a lot of weight when on our trips that often last 2 weeks up to 38 days or so. It only requires two circular holes cut in the rear plastic bumper cover. Enough with the talking. Here are some pics. He is debating on offering these to everyone. Let me know if you're interested.

More pics will be posted to my instagram at overland_tennessee yell at me on IG with questions. I don't check here much.
 

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I find this style is rather popular among the DIY crew too, and personally think it suits our generation the best. Most other offerings are super boxy looking and don't suit the rear end at all.
 
IMO, I think it looks too “busy” with all the twist and bends. But I do like that it’s different from others I’ve seen. Any pics of swing out and liftgate open? Good work, nonetheless.
 
olegrad said:
IMO, I think it looks too “busy” with all the twist and bends. But I do like that it’s different from others I’ve seen. Any pics of swing out and liftgate open? Good work, nonetheless.
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There's a video on my instagram. Check it out my handle is overland_tennessee
 
I like the tire mount, but the fuel container seems to exposed for me. I had full size bronco many years ago, guy rear ended me and tire took the hit causing rear hatch cave in. Had to replace all. Just glad I didn't have fuel tank back there.
Nightmare's of Pinto explosions....
 
Burt said:
I like the tire mount, but the fuel container seems to exposed for me. I had full size bronco many years ago, guy rear ended me and tire took the hit causing rear hatch cave in. Had to replace all. Just glad I didn't have fuel tank back there.
Nightmare's of Pinto explosions....
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Pintos exploded because fuel touched hot exhaust components under the vehicle. It was a design flaw. I've worked several hundred if not thousands of crashes where the fuel tanks were ruptured during impact. I've only worked two crashes where the vehicle caught fire. It's a non issue, and if anyone is qualified to tell you that, it's this guy.
 
i like it! I'm sure a nice black powdercoat would make it look less busy, i think squared off would look good too, our trucks are almost twinning, looks good!
 
Porqupine82 said:
Pintos exploded because fuel touched hot exhaust components under the vehicle. It was a design flaw. I've worked several hundred if not thousands of crashes where the fuel tanks were ruptured during impact. I've only worked two crashes where the vehicle caught fire. It's a non issue, and if anyone is qualified to tell you that, it's this guy.
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I was referring to the red container. I also question the NTSB safety requirements still being met. Crush Zone, fuel cutoff, etc.
 
Velas said:
i like it! I'm sure a nice black powdercoat would make it look less busy, i think squared off would look good too, our trucks are almost twinning, looks good!
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Burt said:
I was referring to the red container. I also question the NTSB safety requirements still being met. Crush Zone, fuel cutoff, etc.
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I understand what you were referring to. The NTSB investigates crashes involving planes, trains, and mass civil transportation such as busses, subways, and trams. They dont comment or regulate ANY aspect of personal automobile transportation.

As for fuel cans the ONLY legal way to carry gasoline, or diesel for that matter is on the outside of the vehicle, in all 50 states, Guam, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin islands. The following requirements for fuel cans are (hold onto your britches, as it might surprise you):

Fuel shall be carried in a separate compartment from passengers of any vehicle when in transport. If this is not possible, it shall be carried outside the vehicle, in open air.

Gasoline cans shall be RED.
Diesel cans shall be YELLOW.
Kerosene cans shall be BLUE.
*Colored pigments shall not be affected by the chemical compound of each of these fuels

That is it. Nothing more.

Source:
I am a crash reconstructionist (one of only a few in the state), and have devoted my adult life to crash investigation, traffic case law, and physics. Carrying fuel cans on the exterior of the vehicle is not only acceptable, it's the ONLY legal way to do so.

Driving is dangerous. If you're worried that much about 3.5 gallons of fuel, you should probably walk.
 
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