Episode 3 of the LBP XJ Cherokee project - A front winch bumper is built for the LBP Cherokee. A Smittybuilt XRC 9500 winch is installed on it. The rear bumper and gas tank skidplate are also painted.
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@peterdiebel73722 жыл бұрын
This comes a few years after you built it but, awesome!! The nicest bumper ive ever seen, let alone watched being built. Cheers from a fellow jeeper in B.C.
@OldGriz7084 жыл бұрын
It's nice to see someone who spends the time and effort to do something the right way 👍 My Dad drummed it into my head that there is never enough time to do something right, but there's always time to do something over🤔. He was right about something else, the older I get the smarter he was.
@shawnbell185 жыл бұрын
I was an apprentice at a welding fabrication shop about 2 months ago and i used it as an opportunity to custom make my xj's front/ back bumper and custom rocker panels. Having knowledge in fabrication and welding can help put a lot if you dont wanna empty your pockets.
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, it's never a bad thing to know how to build things.
@dREaDneck_Moto4 жыл бұрын
You sir are setting a nice, high standard for home/shop projects. Very nice work.
@RevivalRides3 жыл бұрын
You had me at xj bumper build, up until the part where I heard re-routing the trans cooler lines, at that moment I knew only mall crawlers have auto-magic transmissions lol jk great vid and fab skills and ideas 👍👍
@Amarillobymorning7772 жыл бұрын
GR8 video clip. GR8 Jeep attitude. Wow , looks great. Greetings from North Texas.
@lucasellyson68722 жыл бұрын
You’re a very skilled fabricator. Good job
@mikewood35285 жыл бұрын
Great work! I also appreciate your matter of fact commentary with explanations devoid of opinions. You simply state what you are doing and its intended benefit or effect...no excessive defenses of your choices as if you are arguing, yet are the only man in the room. Subscribed!
@Nacturnal7025 жыл бұрын
I'm a Tacoma Guy , but the thought of making your own Steel Bumper's is Very Inspiring, got to get some more tool and i will begin my Bumper's thanks for leads to making them.
@jordang13596 жыл бұрын
Jeep is coming along nicely! Looking forward to the trail testing phase.
@tannervanwagenen49895 жыл бұрын
That is the best looking front bumper in my opinion! Great video! You got yourself another sub
@NeilLB73 жыл бұрын
A nice shop and all the right tools....and plenty of room to work....makes ALL the difference in the world. It's hard to get in the right state of mind on projects like this when you're cramped for space and do not have the fabrication tools necessary.
@michaeld17705 жыл бұрын
just bought a FJ80 Cruiser to make into a trail rig and this has given me some great ideas and some inspiration.
@MrGarrett19665 жыл бұрын
That gives the Jeep a whole new look. Good job.
@andrewgillougley84794 жыл бұрын
A stellar job, dedication level over 9000. Looks proper.
@dirty30productions85 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work my friend! You got skills. I would like to see a bar up and across the winch to protect it and ad some mounts to the top side of the cross bar for some kc lights. Loved the video and your bumper. Happy wheelin
@darrellp76774 жыл бұрын
All 3 episodes are amazing! Great fab skills. Clean shop. Great job.
@2drx44 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm hoping to get more content out eventually.
@GlockUSMC5 жыл бұрын
Solid Job. I enjoyed watching it and look forward to watching more!!!
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@snoopydoggy51964 жыл бұрын
Powerplasma cutters are so useful. It sure came in handy for this bumper.
@187teflondon4 жыл бұрын
That thing is BEAUTIFUL! I want to build one for my 78' F150 Custom
@thecherokeechannel6886 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and nice step by step. Gonna share this video and channel on my local Jeep groups.
@2drx46 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I appreciate whatever shares it gets.
@osamazaabea66735 жыл бұрын
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@amendez85674 жыл бұрын
That is exactly what i have been looking for. a low profile and clean bumper build. thank you
@maryheatherdismuke85795 жыл бұрын
That is a "clean" front bumper for a winch to put on my 88 MJ.. I have an Ole school warn 10K winch that I am looking at mounting and this gave me the right idea on how to do it. Thanks
@jacemusgrove30734 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed all 3 videos. Makes me want to buy another truck so I can make bumpers for it! Haha My dad and I made a rear bumper for my e350. Weighs about 300lbs but that was the goal for a 1-ton. Thanks for the videos!
@obhenx4 жыл бұрын
This is the most neat and satisfying fabrication of bumper to watch. Tks for sharing,bro.. (btw, I love this generation of XJ)
@thelolipopkidz4 жыл бұрын
This is actually art
@ianmead2164 жыл бұрын
Excellent work, alot of hours in so much detail, love the proximity of your winch towards the grill it looks great
@bquade704 жыл бұрын
Excellent build video, wow!
@madmechanix49624 жыл бұрын
Awesome and literally what my XJ needs!!
@donbryson75364 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, straight forward, to the point, done. Thanks for posting
@Georgia4Low2 жыл бұрын
Excellent work sir!!!
@jayater90436 жыл бұрын
Well done! Caught your link on Pirate and have not been disappointed.
@1crazynordlander5 жыл бұрын
Very well put together video. Great bumper and winch setup. Nice job of fabricating! Ordering a lift kit tomorrow. I can't wait to get started on my XJ.
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Have fun working on your XJ. What lift are you getting?
@1crazynordlander5 жыл бұрын
@@2drx4 I am trying to do this without spending too much money so I went with Zone's 4.5 inch lift with the full rear leaf set. I have been scanning Cherokee experts on KZbin and about a year ago ran across Cherokee Ron that's all about low dollar builds. He recommended Zone for budget and BDS if money was no object. Zone is owned by the same company that makes BDS and I guess their stuff is all made in North America. I live in Minnesota so I get the northern climate lifestyle. Your explanations are top notch. If it is okay I think I will copy your front and rear bumper design. Best I have seen so far!
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
I think you'll be happy with that lift, Zone does seem to be bang for the buck quality. Go right ahead and copy anything you like, be sure to take some pictures or make a movie and share what you've done!
@1crazynordlander5 жыл бұрын
@@2drx4 Thanks. I have a few videos of my many projects on my YT channel. I like how you put the narration on later.
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
I find doing the narration in post helps to keep the videos cleaner and quicker. But it's a back and forth thing... Lots of learning to do with the whole videos thing. I'll go check your channel out!
@mikemcdaniel19103 жыл бұрын
Not a fan of the torque wrench skills, but the craftsmanship is outstanding. Starting an xj build for my daughter and looking for inspiration. This is what i want, but with a stinger bar. Strong, quality, and low profile design.
@2drx43 жыл бұрын
Why not a fan of the "torque wrench skills"?
@aldee30184 жыл бұрын
the front bumper came out great!!!
@randomdude212644 жыл бұрын
You make this look easy, and from experience I know it's not. It's a very skilled trade!
@davidbennett13744 жыл бұрын
Nice and clean job. Very functional
@playersidekick5 жыл бұрын
Nice work keeping it close to the body
@ljaysperspective17755 жыл бұрын
Great job on the bumpers 👍i ruined the front bumper on my 99 Ford F150 so i would like todo a similar build. Its an older truck so nothing to lose...very inspiring!
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Make sure you document whatever you wind up building, it's always neat to see what other people do.
@ljaysperspective17755 жыл бұрын
Noted👍
@x5or8 ай бұрын
Great and Lovely work mate 👏 I also built my own one few weeks ago but differently
@ElChipper3 жыл бұрын
Best bumper build video. I’ll use this once I. Hold the bunker for my zj.
@wolfman54945 жыл бұрын
Love this video, simple, straight forward, and well edited. No goddamn house music and an intro that starts with "Hey whats up guys." Excellent video, subbed and liked, keep it up!
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. I'm trying to keep these videos reasonably professional.
@wolfman54945 жыл бұрын
@@2drx4 You're definitely hitting that mark! Even everything is well lit for each shot and the shop doesn't look like hell in the background. It makes me embarrassed about my shop haha
@vicferrari20823 жыл бұрын
Well done! Great vid, great editing, great workmanship.
@13bSoldier2475 жыл бұрын
Looks slick as hell bud I like it 👌👌👌 I've been looking at a lot of different ideas this is by far the simplest one I've seen and it looks great too
@DechampMTB5 жыл бұрын
Excellent build, I like your attention to detail.
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@PoopyButt75 жыл бұрын
Solid looking truck so far. Bumpers look great too.
@ChingPongPing215 жыл бұрын
Very clean bumper build.
@anthonybautovic81574 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Nothing negative here mate
@geoffreyhawn18164 жыл бұрын
Looks good , someday when I win the lottery I’m going to do this to my 89 Comanche, only ever needed a winch a few times since 1991 when I got it, but after a short swim and 1/2 ton chevy and a 3/4 Ford I was out, then I had to pull them out. Damn that was embarrassing.
@MOVIMKR72 жыл бұрын
Love your work
@balablue17175 жыл бұрын
The best, simple yet perfect skill work. I have never seen a beauty of a work yet professional. Loved it thoroughly. Ur Jeep looks awesome. I am your fan from now. Ya ... Subscribed bro.
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I really appreciate the feedback and the subscription!
@bruceanderson54092 жыл бұрын
Very nice job . .simple and looks like it will serve the purpose . Thankyou
@michaeldose20414 жыл бұрын
Great idea for the shackle mounts.
@j5porte Жыл бұрын
Good job man!!! Amazing!
@78squarebodyjimmy102 жыл бұрын
That's for your video . This will help me on my build. It goin on a 78 blazer. Will be using your design. Thanks
@rorymcgee71743 жыл бұрын
Really nice job.
@markperez82655 жыл бұрын
excellent work, very clean. sub'ed!
@sseibonnevilleman6 жыл бұрын
Nice work, very similar to what I had originally planned. I tried to sell my rough country bumper but had to luck so I ended up just modifying it. I probably will end up building one eventually.
@marcusalancate17823 жыл бұрын
I saved your video for the looks of your Cherokee.
@STJEEPs4 жыл бұрын
Nice build! Looks great!
@Wrecklessjlo4 жыл бұрын
What a good looking bumper
@royfer44134 жыл бұрын
Excellent work !!! Congrats
@2drx44 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MOVIMKR7 Жыл бұрын
Nicely done
@HotRodCityShow3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video, I look forward to building one for my sas blazer
@taoisttiger47022 жыл бұрын
Good stuff, clean and effective.
@xjeepsg5 жыл бұрын
Masterful, absolutely masterful.
@a.r.tvision71315 жыл бұрын
The design ofvthe bumper is nice and tight! This would be perfect for my 99 durango
@ohsee13464 жыл бұрын
ur steering box would be perfect for my xj
@baashie3 жыл бұрын
Deadly-ass bumper... Great commentary... thanks
@zaronez4624 жыл бұрын
Awesome built!
@lror5 жыл бұрын
Very nice work, thanks for taking the time to make and share 👍
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@nickfrazier8175 жыл бұрын
some of the best videos like this out there keep it up
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words!
@knolez15464 ай бұрын
I'm gonna design front and rear bumbers for a Volkswagen Caddy. Nobody makes the steel bumpers I want. I'll add a tyre carrier and fuel and water carrier for the back. A winch plate up front. Oh yeahhhhh
@MuddyBeards4X45 жыл бұрын
Very cool bumper! Love the custom fab.
@fakaatuitaumalolo6463 жыл бұрын
Well done !
@robertmorris73414 жыл бұрын
Great looking bumper
@subaruwrx8533 жыл бұрын
insane beefy noice bumper i know im 2 years late.
@rutledgejoe2 жыл бұрын
Nice work
@KapenW175 жыл бұрын
Excellent work!
@2drx45 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jackbrown23252 жыл бұрын
I loved my jeep xj ( despite what people say ) , and this is great ..well done .
@damianmarley7177 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@murdockhampe2505 жыл бұрын
Someone give this guy a tv show!
@milesfleming13244 жыл бұрын
I really like this bumper looks really good
@2drx44 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Lots of thought went into it.
@justincross21605 жыл бұрын
With the 1 ton axles, that is no trail rig... keep up the great work!
@SarahSmith-hd8kd4 жыл бұрын
Why is that? Width? Cause if so I got about 50 trail rigs all Cherokee in WA state say different and hose are some very tight trails if you know where to look just saying. I will say I don't like widening them for real trail rigs either that's why I stuck with my Dana 30 HP trussed it welded inner tube sleeves C-gussets 1/4" control arm mounts WJ knuckle and brake swap OX cable locker with the new redesigned cable with threads at both ends now will push to lock but now pulls the fork back to unlock and a rear 8.8" 31 spline LSD with rear disc 4.56 gears
@headlesnorseman7015 жыл бұрын
i was watching you cut, weld, drill and my (not as good) fab brain was going "test fit?" on repeat lol
@cablenowadays65863 жыл бұрын
My dad always told me if you have to measure more than twice then you shouldn’t be doing it.
@stickxxcummings2 жыл бұрын
Awesome job !!! And looks so much better than a bought one even if I'd buy one from you
@mikeschleh79215 жыл бұрын
Very nice and inspiring video. Thank you!
@MadMan559est694 жыл бұрын
Awesome build, I'd do the weld in a lower case cursive e pass, it gives the finished product a better look,.
@vwbeetle55785 жыл бұрын
Very tidy bumper. Now if you could only make one for my cruiser!
@wolfman54945 жыл бұрын
Lol im watching this thinking of my cruiser too
@MrTeamChevy3 жыл бұрын
your a artist such a beautiful masterpiece
@rolandomonteclaroautowork28822 жыл бұрын
Great job👍
@pocketrocket9464 жыл бұрын
Awesome job man
@johnr55453 жыл бұрын
Nice job
@JB-pc7mg3 жыл бұрын
Looks clean !
@deldrickross52963 жыл бұрын
Amazing job 👏
@emiliomascarenas30353 жыл бұрын
“And yes the temp plate was made from a beer box” Merica🤘🏽
@ethernetmaster4 жыл бұрын
Hi, first of all i must say „great work and respect“! It looks amazing and i would like to try to make a copy of yours if this is okay for you...!? Maybe you can tell me your measurements for the front and rear bumper if it’s not a secret😉? It would be a big help for me😃 Thanks a lot and nice greetings from Austria 🇦🇹
@johnmoua65835 жыл бұрын
Great job man
@nickfriel68404 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I already copied your rear bumper for my XJ, I plan to make this one too - I'm a real amateur, can you please tell me when the pair of bolt plates go?? Keep up the good work sir!
@2drx44 жыл бұрын
Thanks! They are for the forward pairs of holes that the factory bumper brackets attached to. The factory bumper really only uses 3 bolts on each side to hold it on, and the 2 that are vertical don't have captive nuts, they're just plain holes. You don't need to do it that way, you can just use bolts, but they make it easier as access is limited.
@nickfriel68404 жыл бұрын
@@2drx4 Ah I get it now, thank you so much! I look forward to seeing more of your work in the future!