After a tree stump ambushed my original bumper I decided to build my own.
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I decided to use 75 x 50 RHS with a 4mm wall as it is strong and easy to work with and is wide enough to satisfy our wof rules
After cutting to length I made the new mounting brackets and centred the bar in place to drill 2 of the mounting holes
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Then measured the first bend cut a v out of the back bent round and welded. This leaves a nice unbroken front to the bar which also gives a nice even bend
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Then a second bend takes the end round to match the guard (no photo yet)
Still to do
final trim and cap the ends plus grind the welds
rust proof and paint
Maybe take the top hoop off the old bullbar and mount onto this one.
What is a good way to rustproof the inside of the bar or will a couple of drain holes be enough.
Any other thoughts on this design?
Maybe in the future a second piece of rhs on top then remount the winch which will allow the bumper to mount higher
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Sanding your knuckles before starting work can help. That way you cant skin them