ANUTTERBUMPERBUILD

[Frank Z]

Clamped for tack welds:
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3874.jpg

Main supports trimmed, tack welded tube:
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3875.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3876.jpg

[XJNOOB93]

Sweet :)

[1m4j2t]

material spec's?

[YELLAHEEP]

Yummy! :thumbup:

[Led]

why so far out tuck that bitch in!!

[collkid]

Looks pretty Legit!

uumm You said you don't have a running Jeep right? what's wrong with that one?

[Frank Z]

material spec's?1.5" HREW, 2x4x3/16", 1/8" plate, 1/4" plate, bubblegum.

Yummy! :thumbup:
Thx.
why so far out tuck that bitch in!!I'd rather let it hang out for everyone to see.:looney:
Need room for the tire carrier.

Looks pretty Legit!

uumm You said you don't have a running Jeep right? what's wrong with that one?Nope, mines down till my stroker sells. Wanna buy it?

[collkid]

Oh right I forgot about that.

No thanks though!

maybe one of those bumpers later though ;)

[Led]

tire carrier now I get it

[in4aride]

Gunna do some of that dimple die stuff on that there?...

[Frank Z]

Yep-a-doodle....already have two pieces done. They are either side of the receiver, 4 holes per side. I'll post put some more pics in the days to come.

[ColoradoRaptor]

Hmmmmmmmm....................very interesting!! Looking forward to seeing the finished product!! :thumbup:

[Kiefer316]

Hmmmmmmmm....................very interesting!! Looking forward to seeing the finished product!! :thumbup:

x2 Looks great so far frank.

[afbond03]

Oh YES! Def. want one. Looks like it is going to match the front FrankZ bumper perfectly!
Ill shall start saving my dollars.

[el_magico]

thats a nice looking bumper there. is the receiver only mounted between the two tubes?

[Frank Z]

Right now...yes. The finished product will be gusseted and tied into the main bumper mounts. There will also be recovery points on the main mounts as well

[Stang5lgt]

Looks good Frank! Don't you love when everyone has a comment about how you should finish your unfinished project. LOL But it really looks like it is going to be pretty sweet.:thumbup:

[1m4j2t]

anxious to see the carrier... nice work!

[Jawa]

Hmmmmm... that design would go really well with my Protofab front bumper... :D I'm eager to see the finished product (and price tag)!

[vincepru]

subscribing! looks like a great start as always frankZ. cant wait to see it finished.

[MelloYello]

That will be a great bumper! Looks good so far.

[Frank Z]

Got started on the swingout this afternoon. Like my las bumper, this one also uses a D44 manual hub as the pivot. Yes its functional and can lock the carrier in any position.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3878.jpg

[mcantar18c]

What are you using for a latch to hold the carrier shut? Are you just planning on locking the hub?

[Frank Z]

Stay tuned......

[Apostle]

Stay tuned......
close up pics please.

the latch i used is the weakest link in the carrier atm. need ideas on how to change it.

thanks

[Frank Z]

Gimme a dollar.











More pics as work progresses.

[Apostle]

Get with Troy. He has a dollar you can have, and i dont mind.

[Frank Z]

A dollar from Troy!!?! That geezer is so tight you could put a penny in his arse and hear Lincoln scream.

Oops....did I type that?





















:jester:

[Apostle]

hey... get off the comp and get some work done, and post pics.


some people are just slackers

[Led]

Got started on the swingout this afternoon. Like my las bumper, this one also uses a D44 manual hub as the pivot. Yes its functional and can lock the carrier in any position.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3878.jpg

ooohhhhh ....... its a happy jeep :D

[Frank Z]

Done for the night, gotta keep the HOA and the neighbors off my keester.

Besides, today is Nov. 10th and I'm celebrating with a cold brew after dinner.

A toast will be made to Smedley Butler.

[Frank Z]

ooohhhhh ....... its a happy jeep :D
Schwing...boing!!

[xj-grin]

icky icky icky katang, whoop Schwing...boing!!

[YELLAHEEP]

A dollar from FRANK!!?! That geezer is so tight you could put a penny in his arse and hear Lincoln scream.


Fixed it for ya. Ain't no way anyone can call me tight with my money...... I have never in my existence created a wanted ad with the statement "Cheap or free is best"........ :moon:

[Frank Z]

:roflmao:

[XJNOOB93]

Lookin sweet Frank!!

[Frank Z]

Littttttle bit more......

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3879.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3880.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3881.jpg

[collkid]

OOOHHHH That thing is sweetness.

[Apostle]

Looks real good, still dont see the latch though...

[Frank Z]

That's because it's not here yet.Patience.....

[Apostle]

btw, you got a bit of schmutz on your driver side rear window.

[Frank Z]

No schmutz, that's whats left of my PFC. Seth Stanton sticker. I think I still have one around here to replace it with.

[YELLAHEEP]

No schmutz, that's whats left of my PFC. Seth Stanton sticker. I think I still have one around here to replace it with.

Apostle, and anyone else that might be asking themselves "What's a Seth Stanton sticker?".......

Start with this thread:

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=900909&highlight=seth+stanton

.........and if you want to read more about how our Chapter came together in stellar fashion for his family, simply plug Seth's name in a search - THIS is what naxja and our Chapter is truely all about........ :thumbup:

Sorry for the hijack, but I'm totally confident Frank won't mind.

[Apostle]

Yeah, that is what i figured. I've been military my whole life: grandfather, father, brother, myself. You hear about it all the time, and of course it upsets you, but it is a differant story when it is someone you know, or even chat with on the boards.

Hope you find that other sticker bro

[Frank Z]

Me too. Can't bring myself to take this one off till I do.

[xj-grin]

Me too. Can't bring myself to take this one off till I do.

I don't have a spare, and even though mine's getting tattered, I haven't had the heart to take it off... I don't have the heart to re-read the thread either. Happy Veterans Day, Seth:us:

[Frank Z]

My spare was going to go on my green service fan....glad I procrastinated on that effort.

(My van caught fire and was scrapped out)

[/HIJACK OF MY OWN THREAD]

[Apostle]

Any updates?

[Frank Z]

Nope, no more bumper work till this weekend.

[XJNOOB93]

Damn... im always excited to see what new things you added everytime you post up.

[Frank Z]

Sorry, but all play and no work puts a serious dent in my lifestyle.....such as it is.

[XJNOOB93]

O no no... I completely understand! Lemme know if you need any help one of these days. I would love to swing by.

[XJNOOB93]

Hey Frank, I know you said there are gonna be jerry can mounts, but is there going to be a hi-lift mount?

[DutchVDub]

Hurry up and finish the bumper Frank, I'm bored and need more Jeep porn.

[xj-grin]

Dutch -- I'll respond for Frank:

buy my stroker and I'll finish the bumper

:gag:

[XJNOOB93]

LOL! You know Frank all too well.

[DutchVDub]

Sure, I'll buy the stroker. That wouldn't bother me at all, I just need somebody to buy 2000$ worth of stuff off me first. :D

[Frank Z]

Hey Frank, I know you said there are gonna be jerry can mounts, but is there going to be a hi-lift mount?Choose whichever answer works best for ya:
A.) What have you done for me lately?
B.) Show me the money!!

Hurry up and finish the bumper Frank, I'm bored and need more Jeep porn.http://www.xjdb.com

Dutch -- I'll respond for Frank:

:gag:I love it when my Lawyer steps up to the podium! He's the shiz!!!

LOL! You know Frank all too well.

Sure, I'll buy the stroker. That wouldn't bother me at all, I just need somebody to buy 2000$ worth of stuff off me first. :DGet busy ho-in'!!:twak:





:laugh3:

[XJNOOB93]

You know I'm good for it Frank. Gimme a set price, and I'll show you it








The money that is :D

[Frank Z]

Finally got my latches! First vendor screwed around for a week before feeding me some B.S. about the latch no longer being made anywhere by anyone. I ordered from another vendor right after Thanksgiving and they shipped the following Monday.
I'm going to weld the barrel to a couple of gussets on the bumper in this position so that the plunger goes into the open end of the main tube on the swing out.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3883.jpg
A simple pull on the handle retracts the plunger allowing the carrier to swing open.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3884.jpg

[mcantar18c]

Finally got my latches! First vendor screwed around for a week before feeding me some B.S. about the latch no longer being made anywhere by anyone. I ordered from another vendor right after Thanksgiving and they shipped the following Monday.
I'm going to weld the barrel to a couple of gussets on the bumper in this position so that the plunger goes into the open end of the main tube on the swing out.

That's pretty cool, never seen a latch like that. Who makes it? I'll have to keep them in mind, I have a few uses for those.

[Frank Z]

That's pretty cool, never seen a latch like that. Who makes it? I'll have to keep them in mind, I have a few uses for those.
I'll be happy to tell ya..
















When you buy a bumper.http://smiley.onegreatguy.net/bootyshake.gif

[Apostle]

Interesting. lookin forward to seeing how that works.

you wouldnt happen to have about 6" of 2x2 OD square and 2x2 ID square would ya?

[Frank Z]

No spare 2x2 at this time.

[Apostle]

you know where i can get some? place down on hancock and acad shut down

[Frank Z]

Glaser Steel off of Cimarron and 31st.

[Apostle]

thanks, ill head there in the next couple days

[Frank Z]

They're closed on the the weekends.

[G.P_XJ]

Frank just wondering, how much do you charge for you rear bumpers?
You can PM me if you dont want everyone else to see.

[Frank Z]

This one is 'spensive. $700.

[G.P_XJ]

dang that is 'spensive, i think im going to have to pass right now but once i go bigger than my 31's I'll probably hit you up on either a bumper or longarmZ

[Glacialbass]

Ok, it's been a month... quit making front bumpers and post an update here. :)

[xj-grin]

I've seen the latest, and it looks great -- I told you the masses were growing restless, Frank!!:twak:

[Frank Z]

Let them eat cake.....

[XJNOOB93]

Wait... since when have you been red Frank?

[xj-grin]

yeah, looks like you had some of that RED velvet cake. Its a nice contribution to your sig!

[Seiler]

Wait... since when have you been red Frank?

Just noticed that too. :clap:

Scott

[YELLAHEEP]

Wait... since when have you been red Frank?

I hear the NAXJA police or some cop or sumpthin' gave him a motivational pep-talk using foul language and veiled threats......... Apparently Frank crumbled, but I'm betting he'll likely claim it was done under extreme duress......

:D

[xj-grin]

I hear the NAXJA police or some cop or sumpthin' gave him a motivational pep-talk using foul language and veiled threats......... Apparently Frank crumbled, but I'm betting he'll likely claim it was done under extreme duress......

:D

I expected his contribution to be green today, both literally and with nausea at his prior lack of contribution...:wierd:

[Frank Z]

Fookin' jackbooted thugs and Depends wearin' snot noses.


:smoker:

[YELLAHEEP]

Relax Frank.......

Like "someone" told ya..... the indentations in your wrists from the "bracelets" will go away after an hour or so. Your elbows and shoulders should only be sore thru to the next day.

Sorry about the "trip" down the stairs though - totally didn't plan on that..... How's that knot on yer melon? :doh:

:D

[Frank Z]

No more donuts for you........

[xj-grin]

Relax Frank.......

Like "someone" told ya..... the indentations in your wrists from the "bracelets" will go away after an hour or so. Your elbows and shoulders should only be sore thru to the next day.

Sorry about the "trip" down the stairs though - totally didn't plan on that..... How's that knot on yer melon? :doh:

:D

LOL - protect and serve :conceited

[Frank Z]

LOL - protect and serve donuts....
Fixered....

[Frank Z]

Progress.......but no pics.

Tomorrow, more progress.....but no pics.

Sorry fellas, but I'm all out of film for my digital camera.:doh:

[Frank Z]

Tow point/shackle mount.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3920.jpg

Corner filled in.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3921.jpg

32" tire strapped on temporarily.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3923.jpg

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/IMG_3925.jpg

[collkid]

OOOhhhh How sick!

WIll you be painted it black?

[Frank Z]

Yesh.....

[90xj4x4]

Looks really nice Frank!! This may sound like a dumb question but why is the tire mounted so high?

[Frank Z]

Better departure angle.

[90xj4x4]

I figured that. It just seemed really high. I thought you may be mounting a jerrycan or Hi-lift under the tire. It is probably just the angle of the picture.

[YELLAHEEP]

Looks really nice Frank!! This may sound like a dumb question but why is the tire mounted so high?

For you visual learners....... I present the infamous "Widowmaker" obstacle on Moab's Metal Masher trail........:D

http://www.fototime.com/CCD96BD91D303C5/orig.jpg

In this pic, Alex (Handlebars) appears to have removed his spare off his carrier to attempt this obstacle.

http://www.fototime.com/6B642ACD5C29481/orig.jpg

And my old rig on one of Chinaman's obstacles.....

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h164/TBetka/Heepchinamans06-1.jpg


Clear as mud? :D

[Frank Z]

Been there, drug that......

FWIW,
There will be Aux. back-up lights mounted on/under the bumper and some form of additional turn signals as well.

[Frank Z]

My Metal Masher Video. Watch the spare tire/jerry cans.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=9049373147434060178#

[Seiler]

Mo' pictures = Mo' better.

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c78/xj2/DSC05407.jpg

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c78/xj2/DSC05408.jpg

It's hard to get an idea of how steep this obstacle really is, until you see it in person. I rode up in a unbelievably built TJ, with a v8 swap and 42's, and it'll make you pucker that rear end up so quick. :D

Scott

[snowboard3r411]

i dont think you guys needed straps on the way up:guitar:

[MelloYello]

Holy F-Word! That is some serious "trails". I would love to drive that. Anybody got a rig I can borrow? :wierd:

[DutchVDub]

Hey frank, have you considered adding a mount of some sort to hook it into your roof rack? Nothing major, just to help keep the tire from bouncing around much. It looks good overall, but with the tire that high I would be a little concerned with the leverage it puts on your mount and hinge.

Good work though, not trying to sound overly critical.

[Frank Z]

Haven't touched the bumper since The HOA ragged on me.

[eflores]

damn HOA

[Frank Z]

Been a while since I've been able to work on this thing. Took a little time away from a few other projects and made a little progress today.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/006.jpg
Got some mounting points welded on for a Hi-Lift Jack.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/008.jpg
Used a spare stub shaft and unit bearing hub to mount the spare. The stub shaft has had the ears removed and is welded to the cross bar. The hub is secured to the stub shaft with a hub nut. The hub serves double duty as a tire mount and trail spare.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/009.jpg
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/010.jpg

[XJNOOB93]

Saweet! :thumbup:

[eflores]

And my old rig on one of Chinaman's obstacles.....

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h164/TBetka/Heepchinamans06-1.jpg


Clear as mud? :D


i was looking at this going man that back bumper looks like....poo....saw some other pics of the yellaheep and thought that back bumper started to look familiar.....then i realized thats my bumper minus the tire carrier! it needs some trimming

[Kiefer316]

i was looking at this going man that back bumper looks like....poo....saw some other pics of the yellaheep and thought that back bumper started to look familiar.....then i realized thats my bumper minus the tire carrier! it needs some trimming

That's why it now resides on your jeep.

Frank that bumper looks great! I like the addition of dimples!

[eflores]

if round stock is your thing that looks cool but i like my rear view mirror

[Beezle]

I like the uni-bearing that hold the spare on, it would be really cool if it spins while you go down the highway. :)

[Frank Z]

Thought about building it that way but figured I'd be getting pulled over all the time cuz my wheel was turning.:roll:

[Frank Z]

if round stock is your thing that looks cool but i like my rear view mirror
WTF does tube have to do with the view out of the back glass?

[Frank Z]

The plan was to put this on my son's but we've decided to go with an internal mount for his rig.

This bumper will be finished in the next 2 days and is for sale.
$500....and that is screamin' low price considering the work involved.

[XJNOOB93]

GRR!!!! I don't have that money right now :(


Payment plan?? ;)

[jdxj]

Payment plan?? ;)

I think I can speak for Frank When I say...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sj2T9L9Q7FQ






Opps! Did I say that outloud

[XJNOOB93]

I've bought a few things from Frank and he knows I am reliable.

Just saying. :dunno:

[jdxj]

I know I just saw that video on FB and had to share! LMFAO!!

[Frank Z]

Worst thread hijack......EVAH!

[jdxj]

sorry frank I'll shut up now!

[XJNOOB93]

So thats a no? :(

[Frank Z]

Gimme a call tomorrow and we can at least talk about it.

[afbond03]

I knew I shouldn't have paid off those bills with my refund money. {:O( been wanting/needing a rear FrankZ bumper.

[XJNOOB93]

I got crap for my refund... Looks like I can't afford it Frank :(

[Frank Z]

bummer....


NEXT!!

[Frank Z]

Cut and paste from the For Sale thread, for those that wanna see the finished bumper.

2" Receiver
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/007.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=007.jpg)
Dana 44 Locking hub that will hold the carrier on even the steepest grade.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/008-1.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=008-1.jpg)
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/011.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=011.jpg)
A simple pull of the lever releases the carrier.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/010-1.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=010-1.jpg)
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/006-1.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=006-1.jpg)
And last but not least, something you won't find on any other tire carrier. A spare Dana30 Unit bearing hub.
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/001.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=001.jpg)

http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/003.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=003.jpg)
http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/004.jpg (http://s55.photobucket.com/albums/g138/FrankZ_2006/New%20Bumper/?action=view&current=004.jpg)

[Brad M.]

Nice build Frank. Wish you lived in Utah, I'd probably take it off your hands.

[Frank Z]

Thanks.

[jdxj]

nice

[afbond03]

That is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. To bad my wife still said no.

[Frank Z]

That is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen. To bad my wife still said no.
Bo...you're an idiot! There's a right way and a wrong way to handle the wimminz.

The conversation should've went like this...

Bo: Honey, looky at what I found! Frank Z. built an awesome rear bumper!!

Mrs. Bo: No!

Bo: But Honey-bunches-o-luvin'....this thing is saw-wheat!!

Mrs. Bo: No!!

Bo: Now schnukums....this thing would look freakin' amazing opposite the front bumper we bought from him!

Mrs. Bo: No!!!

Bo: But darlin'....this thing looks almost as good as your "Bumper"!!

Mrs. Bo: Oh my!!! :o...........Go get it stud-muffin!!


(My wife gave me permission to post this reply....)

[afbond03]

lol that is great! I told her she could go spend the equal amount wherever she wanted. Sad thing is if the funds were there, she would let me in a heart beat cause she is great like that. Just a crap time of the month.

[Frank Z]

:shhh:
Don't let her know that you now have a plan laid out for the next upgrade.
















:laugh:

[collkid]

so... are you not building this anymore? :(

[Frank Z]

To answer CollKid's question, maybe yes...maybe no.

I've had alot of people express an interest but no commitments.

[afbond03]

Well I want one in June/July.So hopefully you will be willing to build one then. Ill def. have monies then. I'll pay before hand if need be.
Wife is graduating college in May so I have to save till then so I can get her something really awesome for graduating. Then after that, my rear is going to def. going to need a FrankZ enhancement.

[Frank Z]

That's gonna be someone's sig.line before the night is over.


:laugh2::laugh2::laugh2:

[XJNOOB93]

Hahahaha x2 on that... I may steal it..

[jdxj]

how come the pics no longer worky?

[Frank Z]

Cuz I hate everyone!!!!





















And I needed the room on my Photobucket account.

[jdxj]

Oh sorry I'll just have to drive by and steal a look:gag:

[xj-grin]

It is no longer residing at the zimkas residence -- I passed the new owner on Hwy 83 last week. Looks sweet, nice work Frank!:sunshine:

[Frank Z]

Here it is, mounted on the new owners heep.
http://i41.tinypic.com/307soe9.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/v5zalc.jpg

[XJNOOB93]

Lucky bastard.

[G.P_XJ]

Lucky bastard.
x2

[Pfletch]

hoo doggie thats a nice lookin heep! thanks for the bumper frank

[Frank Z]

Hi Paul! Glad you could join us.

[Pfletch]

Thanks, looks like the axle might be a little longer. My internal slave cylinder went out on sunday.

[XJNOOB93]

Paul, you need to get a front bumper to match the rear..

[in4aride]

Seen tht there parked by my girls place. Looks good on the jeep for sure.

[Frank Z]

You should see the one that I'm buil.....

Hey look! A kittyKat!!!

[afbond03]

Cats out the bag!