Say hello to the all new OK Fabrications!

[OT]

:party: :party: :party:

Okiefab, to you and me.
Made the first investment today:

http://www.savepic.com/freepicturehosting/is.php?i=493374&img=HPIM1770-small..jpg



Production on gas tank skids, hitch vises, and custom work starts next week.
Prices to come.
Any requests?


Wish me luck!

[Lawn Cher']

Good luck, but I've been wrestling with a similar idea myself... can one really make a living at this?

[87manche]

okiefab front bumper?

[OT]

okiefab front bumper?
Ah yes, very soon.

I'll have the vendor section ad up later today.
Working on pricing currently.

[IntrepidXJ]

looks like everyone in the MWC is buying a 175amp welder this week. who's next?

[OT]

looks like everyone in the MWC is buying a 175amp welder this week. who's next?
The 175 is a great welder.
If things go right, I'll be selling it in the near future.

[Rev Den]

Good luck brother.

Rev

[BRIANHO13]

The 175 is a great welder.
If things go right, I'll be selling it in the near future.
How much?

[OT]

Hahaha, I don't know.
Depends on how long I have it, I guess.
Hopefully, if things go well, it won't have much use, before upgrading.



Thanks, Rev!

[OT]

Here it is!
The beginning.......

http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=97787

[Menzenski]

On requests: If you sell bumpers like this one (http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=276231#post276231) or this one (http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=276231#post276231), I'll buy one. I'd also love to see a gas tank skid that wouldn't interfere with my rear tow hooks.

Good luck OT!

EDIT: nevermind the gas tank skid request; just saw your skid/hitch combo. Nice.

[aparke4]

what about, well here is a list of ideas: tube doors with integrated snap jackets that have integrated 6.5 speaker boxes?, rear bucket seat bracket conversion out of tubing with mounting tabs?, rear bumpers, rook racks, tansfercase skid, engine skid, exterior armor like rear quarter panel etc, light boxes, light mounts, man i dunno please i like talking about all these creative ideas for the cherokee and if you could put some of them from paper to reality i would definatly make some investments... what ideas and areas are yall planning to concentrate on? i guess getting a product out to begin with is hard anyways but ideas like the hitch and gas tank skid are very inciteful and creative... so what are yall planning on making?

[OT]

On requests: If you sell bumpers like this one (http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=276231#post276231) or this one (http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?p=276231#post276231), I'll buy one. I'd also love to see a gas tank skid that wouldn't interfere with my rear tow hooks.

Good luck OT!

EDIT: nevermind the gas tank skid request; just saw your skid/hitch combo. Nice.
A tougher variation of the OF front bumper will be in the works.
That design is extremely labor intensive, but a stronger unit would actually be easier and quicker to build.

[OT]

what about, well here is a list of ideas: tube doors with integrated snap jackets that have integrated 6.5 speaker boxes?, rear bucket seat bracket conversion out of tubing with mounting tabs?, rear bumpers, rook racks, tansfercase skid, engine skid, exterior armor like rear quarter panel etc, light boxes, light mounts, man i dunno please i like talking about all these creative ideas for the cherokee and if you could put some of them from paper to reality i would definatly make some investments... what ideas and areas are yall planning to concentrate on? i guess getting a product out to begin with is hard anyways but ideas like the hitch and gas tank skid are very inciteful and creative... so what are yall planning on making?
We would love to eventually put out all of the products you mentioned.
If you have plans on paper, but need the parts built, we can do that, as well.(I love custom designs)

For starters, though, there will be the GTskid, adjustable control arms made to suit, extended brake lines (SS or rubber), and any special requests can be handled expeditiously.

Basically, you tell me what you want and I'll take care of the rest.:thumbup:

[seanR]

How about cages?

[Dirt]

Best of luck OT!

That skid will be a surefire winner.


How about cages?


That's a good idea also. You certainly have the experience to build one that's 'not a beginner cage'

[aparke4]

well yeah i have a lot of sketches and stuff and ideas... thats awesome wish you were located a little closer though... there really is not too many cherokee specific builders around ga... there is a land cruiser biz which is awesome called urban cruisers and dwell is some jeep stuff, southern off road fabrications which do cool stuff and a few others but for having a cherokee specific or concentrated fab work is really handy to know about though shipping is an small bump in the road for most fabbed parts but i will definatly send you some ideas and see what yall can do for me! thanks!

[BOB]

I wish you great success.

you gonna get a "PAY UP SUCKA" tattoo
on the palm of your hand?

...BOB

[Rocketman]

Good luck.

That skid/hitch combo is a really great idea. 2 issues with one part. Recovery and protection!! You wouldn't have to depend on a bumper for your recovery needs! I can see it being copied and sold for more... perhaps even BY M.O.R.E. :roll:

[85xjwoody]

I could sure go for a replacement lower control arm mount on the axle end.:D
I haven't really looked into the repair part of that so a possible replacement piece that can be welded on. Let me know.

Kim.

[91Limited]

tube doors for a reasonable price?

[scorpio_vette]

i already have an aftermarket bumper with built in hitch.

do you make just gas tank skids??? how much???

[OT]

i already have an aftermarket bumper with built in hitch.

do you make just gas tank skids??? how much???
I don't currently have a design for a stand alone gas tank skid.
Perhaps in the future, among other products.
Do you have anything in particular in mind?

[scorpio_vette]

Do you have anything in particular in mind?

just something to keep my gas tank from crumbling everytime i go offroading. LOL

right now i got both sides of the tank crushed inward about 2". surprisingly it's not leaking yet.

i'm looking to buy one in the next 6 months. no sweat. i'll check back with you for other stuff.

do you/are you going to have a website with your stuff for sale???

[OT]

just something to keep my gas tank from crumbling everytime i go offroading. LOL

right now i got both sides of the tank crushed inward about 2". surprisingly it's not leaking yet.

i'm looking to buy one in the next 6 months. no sweat. i'll check back with you for other stuff.

do you/are you going to have a website with your stuff for sale???
Absolutely, I will have a website up soon.
Until then, check back in the vendor's forum for new product releases.
In six months you'll really be in luck!

[87manche]

Well, I hope to do a front bumper this winter, of course you'll be on the top of my list.
Maybe you can build me a not crappy rear bumper too.

[XTrmXJ]

Can you make Plate holders that make it impossible to steel the plate off the jeep?

[OT]

Yup, we sell them in Grade 5 and Grade 8.:laugh3:

[XJ_ranger]

LCA's huh?

can you make a copy of an RE LCA for cheaper than they sell it?

I *think* that is one of my DW problems... my EXTREMELY worn bushings...

or do you just want to thip me thoes procomp LCA's you had for me? :D

[jeepinxj01]

Need a partner? Jon (IcedXJ) is out in there in Oklahoma now. :)

[OT]

Need a partner? Jon (IcedXJ) is out in there in Oklahoma now. :)
That is true.
Maybe he has some madfabskillz!



And Opie, I told you that you could have them and that's what I meant.
You pay the shipping and they're your's.
You sure you really want fixed arms with poly on both ends?
I think your XJ is just a little bit overbuilt for them, but if you think they'll work......

[jeepinxj01]

That is true.
Maybe he has some madfabskillz!


Or he can be your little "apprentice bitch."

This may be taboo, but will you do a simple front/rear bumper w/ D-ring tabs for a TJ? :wow:

[XJ_ranger]

And Opie, I told you that you could have them and that's what I meant.
You pay the shipping and they're your's.
You sure you really want fixed arms with poly on both ends?
I think your XJ is just a little bit overbuilt for them, but if you think they'll work......

See PM!

Thanks OT!

[Captain Ron]

Hello OK Fab.

Way to go, suck up and stick your balls out there. Might wanna invest in a jock strap, it'll come in handy for the first few years. :D

Best of luck!

--ron

[jeepinandy]

Good luck OT!! Hope it works out good for ya..

:cheers:

[HaleYes]

Sweetness!
Good luck Okie!

[OT]

Or he can be your little "apprentice bitch."

This may be taboo, but will you do a simple front/rear bumper w/ D-ring tabs for a TJ? :wow:
Sure we will.
As soon as we are producing bumpers, we'll make up a slightly scaled down unit for TJs, as well.
Shouldn't be too long before that happens.



Hey, Ron, thanks for the advice.
I know it could be a struggle, early on, but with enough balls and sticktoitiveness, I foresee greatness form the little fab shop.

We do appreciate all the good wishes and won't forget who our friends are.:patriot:


Keep on the look out for our likely next product, designed by Cabo Engineering, the heavy duty, low profile, Cabo Series XXX-member.:thumbup:

[jeepinxj01]

Shouldn't be too long before that happens.


Sweet! Keep us posted, please.

Kyle

[Rev Den]

Can you do a HD grill guard for a Excursion?

:D

Rev

[Menzenski]

Keep on the look out for our likely next product, designed by Cabo Engineering, the heavy duty, low profile, Cabo Series XXX-member.:thumbup:
Got any more details on this? I'm looking to buy a new crossmember/t-case skid in the next few weeks.

[OT]

Got any more details on this? I'm looking to buy a new crossmember/t-case skid in the next few weeks.
Not as of yet.
As soon as I have the plans, I'll let you know, but it is one well thought out x-member.
I can't wait.

[aparke4]

neither can i as soon as yall have protypes or pics i would be very interested in an array of products

[Menzenski]

Not as of yet.
As soon as I have the plans, I'll let you know, but it is one well thought out x-member.
I can't wait.
If it's going to protect my new t-case too, I'll hold off on ordering another one until you reveal it.

[OT]

If it's going to protect my new t-case too, I'll hold off on ordering another one until you reveal it.
Oh, well of course it has T-case protection.
It wouldn't be "XXX" without it!:D

[KSXJ]

how much for something like this, but with light tabs like farmermatts?


http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e382/INxj/IMG_0067.jpg

[Pat]

how much for something like this, but with light tabs like farmermatts?


http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e382/INxj/IMG_0067.jpg

yeah, that is pretty sweet.

[OT]

how much for something like this, but with light tabs like farmermatts?


http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e382/INxj/IMG_0067.jpg
PM was sent.

[CanMan]

Any thoughts on doing a front axle bracket kit, similar to RE's? Id be interested in something like that. Possibly a beefy crossmember too.

[OT]

Yes to both.
But, the XXX-member is coming verrry soon.:thumbup:

[Vlad]

About how much for a full set of adjustable control arms?

[IntrepidXJ]

get your shop all setup yet?

:)

[Lawn Cher']

I installed a 220V outlet in the garage over the weekend... that was easy!

Best of luck to you Terry!

[OT]

get your shop all setup yet?

:)
Still need to build a welding bench, but otherwise it's mostly together.

[XJ_ranger]

Still need to build a welding bench, but otherwise it's mostly together.
welding table huh?

true to + - .005? :D

[IntrepidXJ]

Still need to build a welding bench, but otherwise it's mostly together.

yeah, i need to build me one of those, too

[XJ_ranger]

you should make the Okiefab SYE...

be the only competator with Tom Woods...

[chainbrain]

i got a few ideas for you, some might be a little out of your range for now but just putting it out there.
-chevy 350 conversion brackets
-modular exoskelleton
-stinger, winch, and hitch bumpers
-long arm front conversions, coilover 3 or 4 link rear
-flat mount skidplates, example RE skid
-axle trusses
-subframe connectors
-rear shock frame mount adapters, i got a few ideas on this one centered around a unit i got that takes moves the shock mounts to a bar instead of to the crappy underbody mounts that mounts in the stock bumpstop location
tube bumpers
-i like the rear converion brackets for bucket seats, how bout a universal adapter for the front seats, for mastercraft ect.

well these are just a few ideas, i got plenty more so just let me know what you think ok,

[Roxtar]

My favorate product due out soon:

The Oak-yFab driveshaft.

Available in standard or treated; for wet conditions.

[OT]

Updated pictures are in the vendors forum thread.

[XJ_ranger]

Updated pictures are in the vendors forum thread.
sweet!

that sure is a lot of mig wire per skid though... and Argon/C02...

there is no way to make that bottom piece 1 piece and bend it in a brake? that would save you 2 welds and probably 20 minutes...

actually looking at it, you could make the sides and bottom all one piece, and only have to weld the seams, then weld on the rec tube - that would cut down production time, and make a stronger product...

is there a local sheetmetal shop that you could convince to make you a punched out plasma template and then bend the sheets for you? i doubt it would cost much to have a few bends put into the piece...

[OT]

sweet!

that sure is a lot of mig wire per skid though... and Argon/C02...
The long spans of weld add support to the wide open areas.
Support can come that way, or by adding more steel to it.
I chose mig wire.
Plus, just by appearances alone, who could deny that those GT-Skids are tough?

[Rev Den]

ALL...OT in this case does not stand for Off-Topic. We all enjoy a little off topic discussion, but in this case lets try to help the brother out and keep this thread for discussion about OkieFab only.

thanks all.

carry on.

Rev

[87manche]

OT, that thing is very impressive.
Have you any ideas for an MJ gas tank skid? I can take pictures and measurements. My LWB tank is kinda vulnerable. Looks like I had a skid at some point but it's been removed.
It appeared to bolt to the frame rail, and thn to a support that came down from the bed. Perhaps Mark can confirm.

[OT]

I would need to get ahold of an MJ for a few days, then I'd have designs for one.
Let me work on that, Nate.

[87manche]

well, if you don't get a hold of one, the next time we meet you can take all the measurements you need. Or, if you want, tell me whatyou need and I'll take them and draw them up. whatever you think is easiest.

[OT]

well, if you don't get a hold of one, the next time we meet you can take all the measurements you need. Or, if you want, tell me whatyou need and I'll take them and draw them up. whatever you think is easiest.
Let me get back to you.