Two part question.....

[Partsman]

Hello all.

Just wondering, has anybody built their own ( homemade ) front bumper for the 80 series? I like all the buy and install options out there but have thought that maybe I can do just as good with a nice looking tube or beam style bumper. If you've built one could you post pictures.
Thanks.

Also, my display on my stock radio ( cassette/radio/CD ) works only occasionally. Can it be repaired or better to replace?

Thanks again.

Chris

92 FJ80 Stock for now.

 

[Lka1988]

Mine did that too, to the point where I couldn't just tap it with my finger, I had to hit it with my knuckle. Bad idea

However, the CD player part of the unit didn't bother reading CD's anymore. So, I went the easy route and got a nice Sony head unit that blends in with my dash, a dash install kit, and wiring harness.

Now, like most small cars, I have one of those fancy dash pockets under the radio where I can put my wallet or gas receipts...

Total: ~$115. No wire cutters required...unless you really want to.

 

[KliersLC]

You could slam your ash tray, that used to help mine out....

 

[-Spike-]

I have built half of my front bumper, so I'd be able to use the receiver as a recovery point. Haven't put the upper half on. The lower is basically a 2x5x1/4" rectangular tube just longer than the frame rail width, with the ends cut at about a 30 degree angle, and a 2" receiver in the lower middle. It needs the 2x3x1/4" upper, which will wrap around following the lower edge of the front of the fender. No pics 'cause I don't own a camera.

I'd highly recommend the custom fab if you plan to wheel it hard. I cut the frame rails shorter to tuck the bumper in, greatly increasing my approach angle. I also did this in the rear, for a better departure angle. Even with a 6 inch lift, I used to drag the rear bumper all the time, now not so much. You will also want to relocate your A/C dryer to take advantage of the approach angle.

-Spike