Bumpers, Rock Sliders, Etc, That I Build And Sell

grande_guerre · Dec 6, 2004

yah man, i can totally wait till then. I'm a little strapped for cash currently so that would be awesome for me.

davids78bronco · Dec 7, 2004

Excellent. Are you wanting just the basic rack, or looking to get any options as well? No pressure of course, just curious, so I can try to plan ahead as far as possible. Plus, this SHOULd give me the time I need, to find a Bronco to compare to mine, and make the appropriate changes, to fit your 84

grande_guerre · Dec 7, 2004

i'd like some spots to mount some lights. And how hard is it to take the top off with the rack in place?

davids78bronco · Dec 8, 2004

Light tabs are a $20/pr option. Getting the top on, and off, is best accomplished with two people. The top will clear the bedsides and tailgate with, about, 1-2" clearance. I'll see about getting before-during-after pictures of that, before I start on your rack - kinda cold at the moment

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Edit - where would this be shipped too? Can it go to a business address?

grande_guerre · Dec 8, 2004

this would be shipped to avondale arizona, right next to phoenix. I think i'll ask my machinist if i can get it shipped there, or maybe my school, but i doubt they'll let me do it there... <_<

davids78bronco · Dec 8, 2004

If you can pick it up at the Phoenix terminal, that could be another option. Shipping will be approximately $150. It will be shipped by Saia, Inc (pronounced Sigh`-uh). Their Phx terminal address is 4110 W. Gibson Lane. Yours will be the first to have the collapsible frame, to make shipping, and assembly, easier. It'll bolt together like a smittybilt show bar, but better. Of course, mounting harware will be included

I don't think I had mentioned, but the basket is a big 48"w x 78"l x 6"h

How many pairs of lights are you wanting to mount to the rack?

grande_guerre · Dec 9, 2004

just one pair, if i need upgrades, i'll find somone to weld some tabs up.

KCMav713 · Jan 7, 2005

David, do you do any work on interior with diamond plate or other sheet metal??? I am looking into remove the carpet, insulate the interior, then apply sheet metal. I also would redo the interior of the door. i want to remove the door skin, and replace it with an insulation pad, and then sheet metal with a simple door handle/arm rest.
If i send you a picture of an ARB bumper, would you be able to build one from the picture? ARB does not make this bumper anymore, but I found someone with the bumper, but cannot find anyone skilled enough to build the bumper.
Thanks Tim

I have a 1988 Bronco XLT

davids78bronco · Jan 12, 2005

Tim, I've sent you a PM, and again, apologize for not checking into the site more often

Edit - yes, you can send me the picture. Also, if you can, let me know what ARB sells that bumper for. Thanks

grande_guerre · Jan 17, 2005

Hey david, don't worry about making that roof rack for me. I have 0 money and can't afford to buy anything but the necessary. Sorry bout that.

davids78bronco · Jan 18, 2005

Completely understandable, and I definitely appreciate you getting back to me with the update

Good luck with everything

nicholas · Nov 22, 2010

I've been sitting here trying to look at your pics and for some reason they won't let me in to them <_<

Blueberries · May 15, 2011

The rear legs of the frame, are where you would do the trimming. I thought I had a picture of that, but I don't. I'm trying to make a design change, where trimming wouldn't be necessary.