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09 JKU, Smittybilt Atlas front and rear bumpers. I want to mount a shovel, any tips?
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09 JKU, Smittybilt Atlas front and rear bumpers. I want to mount a shovel, any tips?
I work improving habitat with the Department of Fish & Wildlife and "The Mallard" gets me onto the Management Areas. On more than one occasion a shovel has came in very handy. I dont like keeping a muddy shovel in the interior and would prefer to mount it on the front bumper, rear bumper/spare tire carrier or even possibly on the hood. I am already carrying my Hi-lift Jack on the spare tire carrier. I would bet that a member of this group has mounted a shovel and can share their experience. THANKS!
Do you have any pictures of your bumpers for reference? I'd imagine if you've got the bull bar like in the picture that you could do "quick fists" on it to hold a shovel. If you're satisfied with Smittybilt then you could look into their rack system that straps to the face of the tire. It would allow you to mount a shovel and other accessories there. I believe it's called the i-rack, intelligent rack or something like that. Alternatively, MorRyde sells a 'rack' that goes into the center of your spare and I'm sure it would be easy to mount a shovel there.
I do have the bull bar and my winch is recessed into the bumper. I am not sure what quick fists are. I would prefer a direct mount versus something to strapped on. Trying to attach photos of the bumpers. Thanks
I had the same shovel mounted to my rear bumper for 5+ years. Used a quickfist type connector. Screw a rubber piece into bumper or even hi-lift, place shovel in grip and close it tight.I think they make specific shovel mounts for hi-lifts now? Uses some of the openings for the shovel while hi-lift mounted on vehicle.
One suggestion? All metal shovel. It will really take a beating in the weather. Wood will deteriorate before your eyes.
I really liked the idea of quick fists and mounting to the Hi-Lift, so I did some surfing. Found this idea used by Krazy Beaver. I will give this a try. Thanks for the great idea!
11-07-2018, 06:41 PM
09 JKU, Smittybilt Atlas front and rear bumpers. I want to mount a shovel, any tips?
She is kaleidoscope of mud colors and patterns, not much green showing. Hope it rains!