Hidden Winch Bumper System

[DRTYFN]

At long last I've got some pics of our hidden winch bumper system. It just came back from the powdercoater, where it was coated with BK-01.
As soon as they're available to the public I'll let you guys know.
My next project is rockbar extenders.

ps. It holds a 12,000lbs winch.
pps. I'll have one on my rig for Moab.

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[frank6150]

I just got home with the rims, I wanted to put them on today but I am very tired and didn't feel like waiting for them to get done. Also the truck is extremely dirty so I would like to wash it a bit first, maybe tomorrow weather permitting. Anywho, here are 2 pics..

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[Kevin B]

How does it mount to the frame? Are you going to leave the quick disconnect or is that just for test fitting. Looks like you did an awsome job, congrats .

[DRTYFN]

Nope. Just the bumper. But you can find the MM 12K online for $599.

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[frank6150]

I forget what he used to blast the rims but yes he did blast them to knock the finish off the rims to get down to the paint. Then he stripped the paint off the rims, cleaned them up and did the deed. According to him he wouldn't suggest not blasting the rims, you can do it other ways but you need to at least have the finish taken off for the powder coat to adhere to.

Total cost for me getting the rims and having them done is $525.00. $425.00 of that being the powder coating. I am sure I paid a little more than most people but I live in the middle of nowhere and finding someone to do this work was like trying to schedule an appointment to meet the president. I am very satisfied and could care less if I paid $100 or whatever more than others. I dropped the rims off Thursday evening and he had them ready to go today when I got there so it didn't take long.

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[DRTYFN]

Ok, after much discussion we have decided to sell these bumpers to you guys instead of waiting for the most likely lengthy decision process of GM.
They will be $1599 plus shipping. The bumper will be powdercoated black with BK-05.

PM me for details.

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[DRTYFN]

With our fairlead.

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[Afreet]

I really like that bumper/winch setup. How does one get around the requirement of having a front license plate? Is there a frame for it or is there some regulatory loophole that I can use to get around it?

[DRTYFN]

I emailed Jason about that very subject tonight.

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[FrgMstr]

That kicks more ass than a barrel of monkeys hopped up on smack. I want one...

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[alecs wife]

Does the price include the winch?

Front Locker, Stealth winch, 37" Super Swampers SSR,low center of gravity = Ultimate H2

[Spike]

Frank,
The rims look great. Let us know how they hold up. Also there was a debate a while back concerning beadblasting and if it was necessary prior to powder coating. Did you have them beadblasted? Also how long did the job take and what did it cost?

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[alecs wife]

Have you heard of STM?

Front Locker, Stealth winch, 37" Super Swampers SSR,low center of gravity = Ultimate H2

[Longhorn]

It looks great! I would like one when they're ready. Is it designed for the Warn 12000lb winch? I think a 12000lb winch makes a lot more sense for a truck our size. Is the Haas piece a roller fairlead?

Keep up the quality custom fabrication.

[DRTYFN]

Cranky,
That's pretty close to what we'll end up using.

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[DennisAJC]

**** they look good Frank!

DRTY,

Did you guys get a design patent or something?
GM would be stupid not to go for that ideal. But you might do way better selling direct as an aftermarket.

" S & B Member Since 2003 "

[DRTYFN]

At long last I've got some pics of our hidden winch bumper system. It just came back from the powdercoater, where it was coated with BK-01.
As soon as they're available to the public I'll let you guys know.
My next project is rockbar extenders.

ps. It holds a 12,000lbs winch.
pps. I'll have one on my rig for Moab.

S&B Member since '03

[frank6150]

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[alecs wife]

I want to buy one NOW!!!!! That thing is AWSOME!!!!!! PLEASE HURRY UP WITH THE UNDERBODY PROTECTION!!!!!

R2

Front Locker, Stealth winch, 37" Super Swampers SSR,low center of gravity = Ultimate H2

[DRTYFN]

Since I'm such a license plate scofflaw we didn't worry about that. We're going to come up with a bracket that slips over the front of the fairlead.
You could try telling the cop you're the Ambassador to Slovokia.

...damn front plates anyway...mumble mumble mumble...

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