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Builds Our PanAm rig build thread (1 Viewer)
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I am using the 4x4 Labs spindle. The swing out is made from 2 x 3 x 3/16. I angled the De-Sta-Co 2000 lbs toggle latch to pull the swing arm in and down at the same time. Will see how it will hold up!
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Messed around with the tire carrier. I wanted a single swing-out but I also wanted it as short as possible. The main arm is 2x3x3/16 the tire holder is 2x2x1/4 and the propane tank holder is 2x2x1/8. The 5 lbs propane tank holder is made mostly from recycled steel from my first cruiser damage multiplier.
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Added some extra protection on the side. It will be a nice step to access the rtt for packing and unpacking.
Is that bumper your own design? Looks great
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I did steal a few Ideas from the 4x4 Labs bumpers but everything else is my own design. If I was to do it all over again I would probably buy a kit from Labs instead. I have way to much time invested it this thing!
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Finally! I just need to slap a gas strut on and it is finished!
It rained all weekend so I spent some time on the sewing machine making a canvas tool pouch that fit under the drivers seat. I used 15oz canvas and treated it with a homemade mix of Beeswax, Boiled Linseed Oil and Turpentine. Took longer then I taught!
It rained all weekend so I spent some time on the sewing machine making a canvas tool pouch that fit under the drivers seat. I used 15oz canvas and treated it with a homemade mix of Beeswax, Boiled Linseed Oil and Turpentine. Took longer then I taught!
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I decided to go ahead and Try to come up with a way to mount 2 Scepter Military fuel cans in the spare tire location. The main advantage for me is to have only one swing out on the rear bumper, be able to bring 2 Jerry cans for emergency/better range, keep the weight low and be easy enough to get to them for the odd time that I will.
The basket is made from 3x3x 1/4 6061 aluminum angle. I used the factory holes on the cross member to mount a bracket for the hinges. I also used the factory spare tire chain winch to raise and lower the basket.
The factory spring loaded bracket locks in to a receiver tray bolted to the back of the basket.
The chain winch is bolted to the rear bumper.
When in the fully up position the front lip of the chain receiver tray stops against a stopper welded to the hitch cross member. In this position, it is very easy to take full Jerry's on and off the basket.
The basket is made from 3x3x 1/4 6061 aluminum angle. I used the factory holes on the cross member to mount a bracket for the hinges. I also used the factory spare tire chain winch to raise and lower the basket.
The chain winch is bolted to the rear bumper.
When in the fully up position the front lip of the chain receiver tray stops against a stopper welded to the hitch cross member. In this position, it is very easy to take full Jerry's on and off the basket.
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I made this socket to be able to activate the winch effortlessly with my air ratchet and on board air. A regular 3/8 ratchet can also be used.
When fully up, nothing sticks out bellow the frame rails. Its a tight fit but it works!
When fully up, nothing sticks out bellow the frame rails. Its a tight fit but it works!
Great execution on the fuel can tray! Loving your build!
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that fuel can mount is pure genius, very well done......
Wow that fuel mount is cool.
You have some sweet ideas and exellent execution in this thread. But I would like to share my experience about your choice of latch positions.
When I built my Labs rear bumper I thought it would be a great idea to put the double swingout latch on the top side of the tubes. Well, as it turns out, that latch is not designed to handle lateral loads. Not only did my swingout make noise on occasion, the latch pivot point wore out prematurely (like 18 months) and I even deformed the "U" hook. My latch is now on the aft side of the swing out tubes.
When I built my Labs rear bumper I thought it would be a great idea to put the double swingout latch on the top side of the tubes. Well, as it turns out, that latch is not designed to handle lateral loads. Not only did my swingout make noise on occasion, the latch pivot point wore out prematurely (like 18 months) and I even deformed the "U" hook. My latch is now on the aft side of the swing out tubes.
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Thanks for the positive critique! This is why I angled the latch on 2 axis( down and in towards the tailgate) and I added 2 hdpe stoppers (behind and under the swing arm). When clamped, the latch holds the swing out firmly against those 2 stoppers stoping all rattle and movement. I can not make it budge no matter how hard I yank on it. But I guess only time will tell how it will hold up!
Very inspiring build!
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Added a gas strut and stopper to the swingout. If it looks like an afterthought it is because it is. I was originally going to use a spring loaded pin but changed my mind.
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Can you share gas strut specs .. thinking about the same on my rear bumper
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