So_Cal_Tay_12

Yeah I actually just got them in the mail, I plan to do a single action, and if it needs the extra support, I can just leave the t-handle on, if not, well, its good to go I suppose

So_Cal_Tay_12

Only took forever I know but heres the setup, singles swing action with the carrier and tail gate. Some of the pictures may be kind of hard to get cause of the perspective but its the best I could do. I left the primer for the pictures so its easier to understand what I was working with.

From the side


How I designed the bracket on the tail gate


From above


Shows how I utilized the factory tire carrier bolts for the bracket


The bracket on the carrrier



If you have any questions let me know

mudpunk

Very nice job. The rear bumper was my first project. I didn't get anywhere near as involved but works for me. next is the tire carrier. I will definately be coming back to look at your pics

CMEFLX

i like the angles of your bumper. whats the total weight for the bumper and tire carrier?

4DFUN

How about any update on how the bumper and the tire carrier with the rear gate swing away are holding up.

So_Cal_Tay_12

Still going strong, I have done everything from rock crawling to desert racing, and been in snow/rain, you name it, holds up to the everyday wear and tear and not so much as even a squeak. Even got rear-ended and had not a single scratch nor damage to my frame (inspected by a shop to make sure), other car was deemed totaled and I fixed mine with a can of bedliner.

So to answer your question, its holding up great

So_Cal_Tay_12

I dont remember to be honest, but id say round about a hundred pounds, its a beefy one

nicker22

NICE, I really love the angles on that bumper too. Good job for your first welding job.

tayconjk

Great Bumper! I'm probably going to have to "copy" this design!

So_Cal_Tay_12

by all means, go for it