Builds “Ron” Build Thread - 2010 GX460 (1 Viewer)
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- #42
Not quite done yet - getting there...
r2m
Richard
Do the instructions say where to tack weld and where to run beads?
Or is it all up to one's own welding skills?
Or is it all up to one's own welding skills?
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- #45
So, full disclosure, I am NOT the one welding this bumper, someone else is. After reading all the instructions thoroughly though, how you make your welds is up to you. His instructions tell you how it all fits together, but not how to weld.
When everything is done, I will have a long discussion with the welder and report back to everyone.
When everything is done, I will have a long discussion with the welder and report back to everyone.
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- #46
Bumper should be together and done Saturday. Now.......how to coat it? Thoughts or personal experience?
Debating between a powder coat or Bulletliner through a company here in Denver (like a Bedliner)
Debating between a powder coat or Bulletliner through a company here in Denver (like a Bedliner)
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Richard
I've always just power coated. Tons of colors and even textures and if done correctly/competently should last many years as long as you stay on top of nicks and scratches.
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- #50
Tire rub just became a thing of the past.
r2m
Richard
The colors look really good! You should either clear coat the bumper or gun metal gray to match the wheels.
Awesome, I’m going to have to order one, how many hours to weld?
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- #53
Will you ask him if he used a TIG or MiG? i bet MIG.
I think this is the only bumper I've seen that I like.
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- #56
Oh, Wow, glad you like it! It is getting Bedliner put on today and I will get it back tomorrow. I’ll keep the pics coming.
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- #57
Bedliner on the bumper - still not sure of that look, but it is done now. Maybe I will match more things to the liner in the future...
Being the perfectionist that I am, there are still some issues with gaps and fitment, etc. I know that these bumpers are meant to have some gaps to make up for flex, but they are inconsistent gaps that could’ve been helped with the building process a little bit. Getting some weatherstripping to fill in the gaps helped immensely!
Parking sensors reinstalled and working, so very happy about that!
Being the perfectionist that I am, there are still some issues with gaps and fitment, etc. I know that these bumpers are meant to have some gaps to make up for flex, but they are inconsistent gaps that could’ve been helped with the building process a little bit. Getting some weatherstripping to fill in the gaps helped immensely!
Parking sensors reinstalled and working, so very happy about that!
r2m
Richard
The gaps on my bumpers increased after banging them a few times on rocks and I have some trail striping. I don't mind all that too much, but what I won't tolerate is any body damage. That gets fixed right away. So far, haven't had any body carnage 
, just the above mentioned bumper bangs and trail scratches.
Please don't keep this as a trail princess. Use it like you stole it!!
, just the above mentioned bumper bangs and trail scratches.Please don't keep this as a trail princess. Use it like you stole it!!
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The gaps on my bumpers increased after banging them a few times on rocks and I have some trail striping. I don't mind all that too much, but what I won't tolerate is any body damage. That gets fixed right away. So far, haven't had any body carnage
Please don't keep this as a trail princess. Use it like you stole it!!
it won’t be a princess - it will get dirty! However, when the trail seems angrier and wants to inflict damage more, this may be my choice for the day:
A lot less tears will be shed with any body carnage!
r2m
Richard
Agreed!
