November 25, 2004
I needed a bumper for the truck. The old bumper was a little twisted
and would not fit since I had straightened out the fender.
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November 25, 2004
I had a 10 foot, 4x6 cut at Home Depot. It was cut into 6 foot and 4 foot pieces.
Here is the beginning of the bumper build.
Notice how clean the porch is at
the beginning of the process.
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November 25, 2004
I beveled the ends and used a belt sander to smooth the cuts.
The sides which meet up with the truck frame have also been routed out.
I used 1/2 inch carriage bolts and a washer.
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November 25, 2004
I had the 4 foot piece left over. So, it was to become part of the bumper too.
Notice that the porch is becoming cluttered.
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November 25, 2004
I beveled the ends of the 4 foot piece and drilled 5/8 inch holes through the pair.
Wood glue is also used to ensure the bottom part does not fall off.
In a couple of days, I will add a little thread-lock for more added assurance.
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November 25, 2004
Finished!
I let the glue set a while, then sanded the hole thing again.
Now, I am pondering whether to stain it, paint it or leave it natural.
I also plan to add some fog lights and a spot for my John Deere tag.
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December 13, 2004
A week ago I put some lights on the bumper.
I have received even more ideas on what to do to the bumper.
I am going to let the wood dry for a while and work on it next spring.
The more I see it, the more I kind of like it the way it is.
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