Bentup.com REAR bumper pics!

Angry Andy · 05-07-06, 10:28 PM

Well, its almost 100% done.

Looks sweet as hell. Its welded up, and it needs lotsa grinding to it still. Then it needs lights recessed into it (Ill post a pic later) and backup sensors mounted.

AJ cut the tupperware rear bumper in order to save the upper section. It still snaps into the body just fine, and the bumper also holds it in on the bottom half of the plastic...

I didn't intend on going up there today, it was either stay home and work on my Tacoma, or go up there and help and take some pics...also AJ got a new welder....I LOVE it, it makes MY welds look good. Really easy to use, and SUPER powerful. I was having so much fun just welding away with it....

There will be a flip-down step added on each side for a better access to the roof rack...

The "master" at work...

This FJ also has a jerry can setup on his roof rack....kinda cool.

Couple more pics....

Backup lights will get recessed into the corners...

The owner of this FJ painted up his rear spare tire cover, looks pretty nice.

He already has a Revtek lift, and is running 295/70/17's on it. They are Toyo Open Country MT's.

He is getting front and rear bumpers, and sliders....ALL powdercoated.

Scooterpilot · 05-07-06, 11:10 PM

Very nice.....

Finished product will look fantastic.

zagazowFJ · 05-08-06, 12:34 AM

that's sweet

BigBlue · 05-08-06, 01:39 AM

Looks good, is there going to be a hich receiver?

FJCruiserOwnersGroup · 05-08-06, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBlue

Looks good, is there going to be a hich receiver?

The Toyota hitch receiver mounts under the stock bumper.

Will it still be able to work that way with this bumper?

And will the backup sensors be able to me mounted on this new bumper?

tnegiet · 05-08-06, 01:51 PM

Tell em to put those bolt holes on the front bumper too. I want the ability to put my receiver and receiver-winch on the front. It's also a plus for moving trailers around (like the four I have) and for people that can't back up their boat at the boat launch (like my wife!).

calamaridog · 05-08-06, 04:30 PM

All the Bentup bumpers I've seen in person are great

highlandathlete · 05-08-06, 05:11 PM

Did he have to modify the mounts in the front to run the 295's or is that with just the lift? Also, did he have to use any spacers on the wheel to push it out?

boxscore · 05-08-06, 05:58 PM

I went to Toyo's website and can't find 295/17's. Is that what is actually on this rig?

Angry Andy · 05-08-06, 06:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boxscore

I went to Toyo's website and can't find 295/17's. Is that what is actually on this rig?

Yes, thats whats on it....I took a closeup pic of the lettering cause I wanted to remember for sure!

Angry Andy · 05-08-06, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FJCruiserOwnersGroup

The Toyota hitch receiver mounts under the stock bumper.

Will it still be able to work that way with this bumper?

And will the backup sensors be able to me mounted on this new bumper?

Backup sensors will be on there....thats no problem at all.

As far as the STOCK hitch, Im not sure. This owner does not have one...but I do. I think the lower lip would need to be notched for the stock hitch to work, but again, not sure. (there is a small piece of metal that helps to give it the 'finished' look on the bottom side of the bumper)...

I myself won't do any towing, so I wont need a hitch....this owner wants a hitch, and Im not sure of how AJ will fab it up. He is all for high clearance, and anything sticking below the bumper is Rock-bait in his mind (as well as mine).

Angry Andy · 05-08-06, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highlandathlete

Did he have to modify the mounts in the front to run the 295's or is that with just the lift? Also, did he have to use any spacers on the wheel to push it out?

Don't know anything about the offsets of the wheels. He had Les Schwab install the lift and the wheels and tires. He said to me that Les Schwab has the FJ in their 'data sheet' and thats what they purchased them off of. They did not appear to stick 'out' any further then stock wheels, when looking down the side of the rig...

I dont think they did anything other then the spacer lift and new wheels....well, they DID manage to scratch one of his fender flares pretty good during the lift installation...

Angry Andy · 05-08-06, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnegiet

Tell em to put those bolt holes on the front bumper too. I want the ability to put my receiver and receiver-winch on the front. It's also a plus for moving trailers around (like the four I have) and for people that can't back up their boat at the boat launch (like my wife!).

Those HOLES are what attaches the bumper to the frame...Those are the stock holes for the tow hitch option. There are 4 bolts facing back, and two more on the bottom side of the rear frame.

The front of the frame has 'horns' which the bumper mounts to. Totally different mounting methods....

tnegiet · 05-08-06, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angry Andy

Those HOLES are what attaches the bumper to the frame...Those are the stock holes for the tow hitch option. There are 4 bolts facing back, and two more on the bottom side of the rear frame.

The front of the frame has 'horns' which the bumper mounts to. Totally different mounting methods....

Too bad...

boxscore · 05-08-06, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angry Andy

Yes, thats whats on it....I took a closeup pic of the lettering cause I wanted to remember for sure!

THANKS! Still can't find 'em on their website... I'll have to call I guess.

highlandathlete · 05-10-06, 04:13 PM

Can you tell me what Les Schwab would have done the work?

Angry Andy · 05-10-06, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highlandathlete

Can you tell me what Les Schwab would have done the work?

Not 100% sure...but Bentup's shop is on the north side of I50 (Sunrise exit) in Rancho Cordova, CA....there is a Les Schwab on the south side of the freeway..(like within a half-mile of bentup's shop).....I assume that one did it, but since its a large chain, there could be more then one in the greater Sacramento area...and I could be wrong.

highlandathlete · 05-10-06, 07:17 PM

I just called every Les Schwab in a 5 mile radius and no one knows anything about it. Is there any way you can find out? I simply want to know if you can run the 295' MT with just a 3 " lift. I have seen people modifying the mounts in the front to run bigger tires but I do not want to do that.

FJCruiserOwnersGroup · 05-10-06, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highlandathlete

I just called every Les Schwab in a 5 mile radius and no one knows anything about it. Is there any way you can find out? I simply want to know if you can run the 295' MT with just a 3 " lift. I have seen people modifying the mounts in the front to run bigger tires but I do not want to do that.

There's only one Les Schwab in Davis, CA (I'm only guessing that the owner had the work done near the dealership where the rig was purchased).

But, then again ... there's a post above that say that it's in the Les Schwab system, so every store should have it.

Angry Andy · 05-10-06, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highlandathlete

I just called every Les Schwab in a 5 mile radius and no one knows anything about it. Is there any way you can find out? I simply want to know if you can run the 295' MT with just a 3 " lift. I have seen people modifying the mounts in the front to run bigger tires but I do not want to do that.

The owner of the rig lives in Elk Grove, from what I hear, thats where his install was done....but I have not talked to him....did you talk to that location?

I can TELL you that he IS running 295's with a revtek spacer lift.

Although I must add, this person does not seem like the offroading type. I dont know how well those 295's will STUFF when articulated...either front or rear. I can only assume there will be issues, especially since he is getting full armor and a winch up front. That 3" revtek lift might end up being 2" once all the armor and winch is added. I have asked AJ to take measurements though, with stock bumper and with winch bumper; so that we all know the difference....

highlandathlete · 05-10-06, 08:56 PM

Elk Grove it is. Talked to Mike there and he said that no modifications were required and they had adequate clearance everywhere. Don't know what "adequate" means however. The only stipulation is that according to him they cannot be mounted on the stock wheels as they are to wide. He said you need to go to an 17 - 8. Other than that they just bolted on after the 3" Revtech lift.

Voodoogirl · 05-11-06, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by highlandathlete

Elk Grove it is. Talked to Mike there and he said that no modifications were required and they had adequate clearance everywhere. Don't know what "adequate" means however. The only stipulation is that according to him they cannot be mounted on the stock wheels as they are to wide. He said you need to go to an 17 - 8. Other than that they just bolted on after the 3" Revtech lift.

I've got my 295's on my stock wheels, no problem.

singlespeed · 05-12-06, 03:57 PM

any updated/finished photos of the rear bumper? looks killa so far.

Lt1FJ40 · 05-15-06, 03:23 PM

Ya i would like to see that bumper as well, it looks sweet, are you putting in a hitch?

Angry Andy · 05-22-06, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singlespeed

any updated/finished photos of the rear bumper? looks killa so far.

I met up with some FJ folks this weekend at Frank Raines; afterwards, I headed up to Bentup to (hopefully) begin the fabrication of a front skid plate.... (yes, we got a good start, but Im not posting ANYTHING till its all done....lol)

When I got there, the Yellow FJ was in the shop getting all the bling installled...so the next 2 hours were spent installing the front and rear bumpers, sliders, winch, control box, front lights, and rear backup lights. All metal was powdercoated, and turned out awesome.

I am seriously jealous....I want it all, and I want it NOW!

Angry Andy · 05-22-06, 06:14 PM

The whole gallery of pics can be seen here...

http://www.norcalttora.com/~andy/fjs...umperssliders/

Scooterpilot · 05-22-06, 09:34 PM

Very, very nice........looks good.

It makes the FJ show its teeth.

Regards,

Chuck

Tapage · 05-23-06, 01:38 PM

full armed !!!!

So nice .. but specially the wheel beyotifull !

madams557 · 05-23-06, 01:41 PM

Anything to improve the protection of those rear limb-catching taillights?

chewey46 · 05-25-06, 12:01 PM

Have they tested the bumper and how it reacts with the Air bag system??

The reason I ask is this could become an insurance issue. There are some crazy drivers out there!!!

05-07-06, 10:28 PM	#1
Angry Andy IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 17	Bentup.com REAR bumper pics! Well, its almost 100% done. Looks sweet as hell. Its welded up, and it needs lotsa grinding to it still. Then it needs lights recessed into it (Ill post a pic later) and backup sensors mounted. AJ cut the tupperware rear bumper in order to save the upper section. It still snaps into the body just fine, and the bumper also holds it in on the bottom half of the plastic... I didn't intend on going up there today, it was either stay home and work on my Tacoma, or go up there and help and take some pics...also AJ got a new welder....I LOVE it, it makes MY welds look good. Really easy to use, and SUPER powerful. I was having so much fun just welding away with it.... There will be a flip-down step added on each side for a better access to the roof rack... The "master" at work... This FJ also has a jerry can setup on his roof rack....kinda cool. Couple more pics.... Backup lights will get recessed into the corners... The owner of this FJ painted up his rear spare tire cover, looks pretty nice. He already has a Revtek lift, and is running 295/70/17's on it. They are Toyo Open Country MT's. He is getting front and rear bumpers, and sliders....ALL powdercoated.

05-08-06, 12:34 AM	#3
zagazowFJ IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 24	that's sweet __________________ '85 Toyota Corolla GTS turbo '77 Datsun Z '07 Toyota FJ Cruiser 4wd 6spd

05-08-06, 01:51 PM	#6
tnegiet IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 36	Tell em to put those bolt holes on the front bumper too. I want the ability to put my receiver and receiver-winch on the front. It's also a plus for moving trailers around (like the four I have) and for people that can't back up their boat at the boat launch (like my wife!). __________________ All things being equal, fat people use more soap.

05-08-06, 04:30 PM	#7
calamaridog IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cuyamaca, CA and Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,572	All the Bentup bumpers I've seen in person are great __________________ 2000 UZJ100 - OME - sold Currently looking for the right FJ60 TLCA #14734 Calamaridog

05-08-06, 05:11 PM	#8
highlandathlete IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 9	Mounts? Did he have to modify the mounts in the front to run the 295's or is that with just the lift? Also, did he have to use any spacers on the wheel to push it out?

05-07-06, 11:10 PM	#2
Scooterpilot IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Calif Posts: 42	Very nice..... Finished product will look fantastic.

05-08-06, 01:39 AM	#4
BigBlue IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 50	Looks good, is there going to be a hich receiver?

05-08-06, 05:58 PM	#9
boxscore IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 7	I went to Toyo's website and can't find 295/17's. Is that what is actually on this rig?

05-10-06, 04:13 PM	#16
highlandathlete IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 9	Les Schwab Can you tell me what Les Schwab would have done the work?

05-10-06, 07:17 PM	#18
highlandathlete IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 9	I just called every Les Schwab in a 5 mile radius and no one knows anything about it. Is there any way you can find out? I simply want to know if you can run the 295' MT with just a 3 " lift. I have seen people modifying the mounts in the front to run bigger tires but I do not want to do that.

05-10-06, 08:56 PM	#21
highlandathlete IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 9	Elk Grove it is. Talked to Mike there and he said that no modifications were required and they had adequate clearance everywhere. Don't know what "adequate" means however. The only stipulation is that according to him they cannot be mounted on the stock wheels as they are to wide. He said you need to go to an 17 - 8. Other than that they just bolted on after the 3" Revtech lift.

05-12-06, 03:57 PM	#23
singlespeed IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 6	updates? any updated/finished photos of the rear bumper? looks killa so far.

05-15-06, 03:23 PM	#24
Lt1FJ40 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Edmonton Alberta Posts: 58	Ya i would like to see that bumper as well, it looks sweet, are you putting in a hitch? __________________ 2007 FJC VooDoo blue C Package Auto (for the wife ) 1969 FJ40 Frame off Rebuild, currently in Body work phase LT1, 4L60E, 4" lift, 33" tire, Alum Tub, etc.

05-22-06, 06:14 PM	#26
Angry Andy IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 17	The whole gallery of pics can be seen here... http://www.norcalttora.com/~andy/fjs...umperssliders/

05-22-06, 09:34 PM	#27
Scooterpilot IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Calif Posts: 42	Very, very nice........looks good. It makes the FJ show its teeth. Regards, Chuck __________________ Scooterpilot 2008 Sandstorm, 4x4, MT, convenience package, off road package, towing package, skid plate, rock rails, TRD shifter, rear door storage, 2008 Corvette, Red Z51, 3LT M/T 6 speed, Nav Last edited by Scooterpilot; 05-23-06 at 08:29 AM.

05-23-06, 01:41 PM	#29
madams557 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort Collins, CO TLCA# 12065 Posts: 1,003	Anything to improve the protection of those rear limb-catching taillights? __________________ Michael Adams Fort Collins, CO TLCA# 12065 Horsetooth 4X4 99 UZJ100, (285 BFG AT K/Os), 95 FZJ80 38th Anniversary Edt. (Bull Bar, OME, Slee Tire Carrier), 78 FJ45 Longbed (OME, ARB Bull Bar)

05-25-06, 12:01 PM	#30
chewey46 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 57	Have they tested the bumper and how it reacts with the Air bag system?? The reason I ask is this could become an insurance issue. There are some crazy drivers out there!!!

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