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Exactly, Hooah! The "R" in the R & D. I'm actually surprised that of all the places that I have posted it I received not one bad comment. I don't know if folks are holding back or it's a good thing.


Zubi, I suspect folks are holding back! Indeed, NOT to be rude in any manner, but as a buyer of bolt-on aftermarket Jeep parts, I think your fabricated bumper is too big, too heavy, too wide, and is made from too many pieces! Keep in mind, however, I know nothing about welding and fabricating, just years of looking, and, a few purchases over the years. If part of your business plan is to compete with ARB/OME, you may have a niche. However, after recently thumbing through 4x4 magazines and catalogs, my guess is that this bumper business is already saturated with want-a-bees!
I was surprised that you used two seperate pieces to fab the winch and fairlead anchor plate; wouldn't it be easier and less expensive to have used a c-channel?
I suspect to keep costs reasonable, the fewer pieces involved and less welding required would be important in the design. Personally, I like a "rock" type bumper, fabbed from one piece of rectangular steel.
As a buyer, and occassional four wheeler, I also suspect it's better to have more of a compact bumper design that doesn't extend much beyound the Jeep frame and allows an un-obstructed approach for the tires to grab and climb obstacles.
I do like the little hoop in your design; gives the assembly a little bit of flare!
As a buyer, I find it to be an added benefit if the 2" receiver in the bumper is rated for a certain load.
Zubi, your creation is okay, looks good! I just wanted to throw out these thoughts I had about your bumper, and get your response. Just keep in mind I know nothing about business or making more bolt-on stuff for 4x4's. I am in awe of your ability to weld and fab stuff; I couldn't begin to create what you have done. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />


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