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Old 09-29-2008, 07:29 AM   #11
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Re: Custom Bumpers

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Originally Posted by 74 shortbed 406 View Post
I am going to build or modify the bumper on my 87 for more offrad use. I am wanting to see some pics of what you guys have. I am going to be adding a winch in the near future and I am also making the rear. I am including d -rings and light holes. I haven't decided yet if I am just going to put a 2 in receiver style mount so I can move from front to rear, but it is a little weaker than the solid mount but more maneuverable.
What's the intended use?

The receiver style will be horrible for any 'real' off road use, a set up like that will kill your approach/departure angle in a big way.

Here's a link to the many threads we've had regaurding bumbers, found em all by using our search function.
*Off Road Bumpers:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...earchid=953236
*Winch Bumpers:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...earchid=953256

Here's two different set ups I've run:
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