Suzuki Sidekick Off-Road Bumper Build

In this video I built an off-road tube bumper for my 4x4 Suzuki Sidekick using the Rogue Fab M600 Bender. I also built a winch mount and installed a Harbor Freight Badlands winch.
This video is part of a series I’m starting on my budget 4WD project.
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[@jglew82]

Nice touch with the "Gods Must Be Crazy" clip!

[@SWBCrawler]

Yes. This.

[@BobKlumpp]

When I was a machinist student my old school professor still made up cutting oil with lard. He had access to plenty and it was a cost savings for the school.

[@Hackbridge1963]

Always a pleasure. Thanks! 🙏🏾🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Brian 🙂👍

[@mikemcivor1646]

I used to own a 96 Chevy tracker 2 door 4x4 with a 5speed trans , I drove that thing places u shouldn’t be driving and I would always bring me home, kind of miss that rig

[@joelcastellanos7224]

Nice. I like the mini bar light location. Now you have to make some fender liners to help with all the mug getting into the engine bay from the wheel wells. Keep the snow and mud off of the frame rail ends and stuff.

[@Waleed9547]

MIKE FESTIVA and DONN DIY friday whoohoooo 😎👌👌👌👌 excellent

[@Mikefestiva]

Awesome! 👍

[@blackbuttecruizr]

@waleed we follow some of the same peeps!

[@Waleed9547]

@@blackbuttecruizr awesome channel's 👌👌👌👌👌 I'm watching these all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 Did you know mike festiva has a job and still finds time to make all these cool and awesome projects damn what a awesome and very talented guy 👏👏👏👏 respect to donn diy also 👏👏👏👏

[@Waleed9547]

@@Mikefestiva RESPECT to you MR.FESTIVA 👏👏👏👏👏

[@Waleed9547]

@@blackbuttecruizr oh forgot to ask do you watch "Bad Obsession motorsports " "project binky " I highly recommend you take a look at what those guys are doing 👌

[@joell439]

always making everything better...... cool 👍👍😎👍👍

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Joel 🙂👍

[@garylightning8740]

Excellent, your ideas and skills have no limit , so the work is far out brilliant. Outstanding job , congratulations. Your humility is only exceeded by your intelligence. Truly well done. Respect. Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK. Gratitude. Quality. Respect.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Gary! I really appreciate your comment 🙂

[@knockinoutprojects8743]

So rad! The CNC parts you design and build elevate your projects way beyond Homebrew status... Very inspiring. Keep it up, Mike, and thanks for putting out consistently good videos!

[@humancattoy7767]

Crazy build. My only advice is to make some skid plates (.25" should work) for the drivetrain.

[@shanesdiy]

Perfect, I have a '91 Geo Tracker I've been planning to build a bumper for it to hold a winch, same winch too! Love all your projects! Thanks for all your hard work for us.

[@Mikefestiva]

Awesome! Hopefully this video encourages you to get it built 👍 Send me a photo of your bumper on Instagram when you get it finished!

[@1979augistine]

Ahhh cool totally different kinda video glad to see thanks my man

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks buddy for checking out my videos 👍

[@1979augistine]

@@Mikefestiva always dude refreshing to see someone who has excellent fabrication skill and common sense and thinks outa the box thank you for all your hard work bringing us videos

[@Bri-tg6xr]

Every time I watch you, I learn something new. Its great that you are here on youtube teaching us.

[@seansysig]

The bumper came out really nice and strong. The plasma table is the ticket for support fixtures.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks! Yes the plasma table is awesome in my home shop 👍 I have been having a lot of fun fix this old 4x4 up.

[@billnu]

That cutting table setup is sooo awesome.

[@lukesizemore1170]

That bumper looks great on your trail rig, can't wait to see what else you do this thing to make it even more trail worthy!

[@jackw2478]

Saw the bumper a few weeks back with liam. Looks so sick!

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on 👍 thanks Jack I definitely appreciate it 🙂

[@srtautoworkz]

always thought those would be a great little off road buggy, way cheaper than a side side

[@jakewilson5971]

You never fail to impress!

[@DingDongDrift]

made that cute sidekick look like a real beef cake with that bumper lol. great job as always mike.

[@jefferyanderson3524]

Instantly makes this truck look cool!

[@phill903]

The bumper on your Sidekick looks great !!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks James! I appreciate it 🙂

[@Jonny2Fingers]

Bumper turned out amazing! Great work!

[@gregholloway2656]

Bumper turned out great, Mike! Thanks for another video.

[@dougtravins9624]

I get inspired when I watch ppl who know what they are doing!

[@mcarroll598]

How could anyone give a thumbs down?! Great video Mike!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video 🙂 I appreciate it! Haha I don’t understand the thumbs down thing 👎 I seem to have about 25 people that don’t like me but seem to be subscribed just to thumbs down my work, when you block someone for saying nasty comments, they can’t comment anymore but it seems as if they still can stay subscribed and rate your videos 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@mcarroll598]

@@Mikefestiva ya some people are unreal. Your videos are so cool, keep doing what you do, many people appreciate you! Take care man!

[@timgruver5932]

Had one. Great real backwoods ride. Had my own design bumpers/ guards with winch. Set up to winch it backwards if needed. Stolen and never seen.

[@davesmith8936]

That thing has pretty good articulation! I love the gussets that tied the winch plate to the cross member to the lower cross member. That sucker isn't going anywhere! Fun build.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The plates with the round lights look amazing super clean @Mike Festiva

[@fwflyer78]

Nice work Mike. You never dissapoint!

[@Aaron-qt4bh]

Top notch work as always!

[@_autoverse]

Nice, I look forward to seeing more of this vehicle. I quite like how you’ve minimised material wastage when plotting out parts.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video! I try my best to not waste much when I can, this project I learned a lot and feel more confident in future bumper projects. I definitely will post more videos about my sidekick, it’s going to be a fun little series, hopefully I will have a few off road videos up this spring too. Take care 👍

[@mauriciocardenassilva7499]

Very good. Enjoy it

[@051biohaz]

Cool little vehicle, and way cheaper than a side by side..thanks for the upload..:)

[@libertyauto]

The Gods must be crazy. Right on.

[@keithparady2594]

Most definitely kool little rig

[@steveschumacher5470]

you know I always enjoy watching you work , nice build

[@BDauto86]

Didnt know you was into suzuki's, we had several over the years. They're a blast to drive on and off road and a very capable little buggy. Now we have a Honda Cr-v, it's been my little side project lately. Good job on the bumper it looks awesome

[@gabrielcordo130]

Awesome work, love the design.

[@mattk6222]

Great video, love your creativity and ability to tackle any project

[@bud1412]

Wow Mike, you just keep getting better and never fail to show something new. The only problem I have is it makes me feel like a klutz. Love the plasma table.

[@OliverMotorized]

Love it, I want to do this to my truck now

[@tomb375]

Love it great job!

[@DustyakaDD]

Nice bumper, looks good on your sidekick. Had one in the family awhile back, very dependable vehicles and fun to drive. Looks good with the off road tires.

[@w96725]

I have had great success with the harbor freight 5000 Lb. badlands winch. I've had mine about three years and pulled many logs with it, even a whole 60 Ft. or so tree which was close to if not more than it's supposed full pulling strength. I would say this winch can pull more than 5000 Lb. if the battery being used is fully charged. I've used this winch a lot for logging. After three years of use mine works as good as the day I bought it. Your bumper looks great. Best wishes with your winch. I am learning much from your site.

[@Mikefestiva]

Awesome 👍 thanks for your input on the 5000 Lb winch! That’s really great to hear! Thanks

[@quarlow1215]

Awesome build Mike.

[@c.mikelongo6628]

Great work.

[@tommyers5703]

Cool little rig, looking forward to more videos of it.

[@aaronl4036]

Awesome bumper Mike. I have an 08 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Colorado. I put a small lift on it, larger tires, built a custom roof rack, skid plate and put a rooftop tent on it. Runs great and very capable off road. I love my little Zuk.

[@mattgurney5884]

Love the Zuk! I'd love a rear bumper video and more trail footage! Love what you're doing!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Matt! 👍 I definitely will post a rear bumper build soon, I also think I will post a trail video or two this spring 🙂

[@blackbuttecruizr]

@@Mikefestiva some good trails in Capital Forest and Tahuya...

[@mattgurney5884]

@@Mikefestiva Looking forward to it Mike!

[@BlackMetalRC85]

the Bumper looks good 👍

[@codylongoria4152]

Wuuuuuut this is AWESOME where did this even come from?!

[@jeffbaran8036]

Great video. Many thanks

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

The geometry on that custom bumper is very nice looks very good 👍👌 @Mike Festiva

[@MrTbone1113]

Awesome work, as always!

[@Gunge-vq2ik]

came out great Mike!! love that truck!

[@rcclassiccrawlers4368]

Cool video! I like the variety

[@timstewart567]

With every video, I get a little closer to pulling the trigger on a Crossfire... Great work Mike, love the design of that bumper!

[@Ched0077]

Very clean build , good job .

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 👍

[@MC-1173]

Mike, Excellent work. I like how the bumper came out.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

Looks very very nice Mike!♡♡

[@CaptainScarlet1961]

Great build Mike, I'd like to see more of this build & the mads you've done 👍

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on! Thanks for checking out my new video 👍I will definitely be posting more on this Sidekick as it evolves more!

[@jasongrinnell1986]

You are the man!

[@andrewthornbury6058]

Those are fun little rigs look forward to seeing more on it. That is a nice bumper

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Andrew 👍🙂

[@designandbuild3953]

Really enjoyed the new views of the area you live in, beautiful country. Crazy how you hit on all the things I like to do, love the channel buddy, always motivating!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video 👍 I hope to post a few videos this spring doing a bit more off-roading with some friends, I will definitely get some good views of the Olympic peninsula 👍 Take care. Ps what part of the country do you live in?

[@KowboyUSA]

Yes, I need one of those tubing benders.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks buddy for checking out my new video! The Rogue Fab bender is definitely an awesome tool to have 👍

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Awesome project 👌 @Mike Festiva

[@mabmachine]

Good stuff.

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Pretty good flex on that thing @MikeFestiva!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video Tom 👍 It definitely does pretty good for almost a stock vehicle!

[@deepbludude4697]

Freaking mad fab skills.. and music score!!

[@timearll266]

We had a Suzuki APV minivan in Panama. It went through a lot of break pads and wheel bearings but the drivetrain was pretty reliable. No complaints.

[@Mikefestiva]

The Suzuki’s are built a bit in the light side but they are really capable little machines 👍 I has a hard top Samurai about 4 years ago but ended up selling it. Thanks for checking out my new video Tim 🙂

[@deezmail08]

Your channel and videos has motivated me to follow my passion and start more in depth fabrication. I am ordering the CNC Table you reviewed and am going to start building my own parts for my Tracker! Great channel and a super humble approach. Much appreciated and keep up the great videos on this Sidekick

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you so much for saying that! Good luck on your project 👍

[@fredmartinez933]

very good job ..nice bumper foe your suzuki sidekick..

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Sweet little 4x4 Mike. The bumper turned out fantastic.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Doug 👍

[@haydenslides]

Nice Suzuki...and Toyota!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks buddy 🙂👍

[@ryanminnick2399]

I almost bought a Suzuki Samurai for my first off road vehicle that bumper turned out killer

[@levidbateman5174]

Awesome, need to do up some bumpers like this for my lifted VW Golf...

[@nwhuckin7761]

Bumper looks great! Nice work. Looking forward to more

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks buddy 🙂 What have you been up to these days? Any fun plans for the spring?

[@nwhuckin7761]

@@Mikefestiva All kinds of trouble! Been doing a bit of wheelin myself. 86 4runner sas. installed dual t cases, arb's and 38 swampers. Tahuya isn't near as cool as the peninsula though

[@Mikefestiva]

@@nwhuckin7761 Awesome! Do you have an Instagram?

[@nwhuckin7761]

Just now, lol Nwhuckin

[@jypmotor]

Great, i like it.

[@robertproteau4113]

I really enjoy your builds. You made a not so cool trail rig into one a little bit cooler. 👍

[@massimo6432]

maximum talent!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊

[@leekollar3298]

Nice little bud man!

[@chrishigdon1070]

love the table bet that works nice instead of free hand cutting.

[@mikeking1951]

Nice wk dude...looks mint

[@mikejenkins1360]

Awesome project. Still need to make my own pull start dirt bike

[@jimmypenland7534]

I look forward to Friday videos

[@usedcarsokinawa]

Nice design.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Dan 🙂

[@wingdwolf56]

Here’s a thought for a new project. Build a powder coating oven and spray area. With all the metal fabrication you do, powder coating would be a great finish

[@Mikefestiva]

I have one just haven’t had the time or space to set it up yet

[@1800liam]

Good work!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Liam 🙂

[@AandN_diy]

nice work!

[@FlawedOffroad]

Dude Mike this turned out rad!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊 I think you would really like owning a bender, it opens up all kinds of build possibilities! Thanks for checking out my bumper build video 👍

[@hockeyfreak043]

Very cool mike..👍🥃,,nice little rig

[@maverick5162010]

Nice work Mike. Always love seeing your projects and how you work thru issues and any challenges. - Marks of a high IQ. :)

[@tjf1531]

Awesome

[@gregorysawyer4472]

another project Mike? You sure do like to keep busy! took me a week to put up a shelf in the kitchen. I was very proud of myself! 😂 Keep up the good work, You inspire me to do more!

[@patfilice]

Nice 👍

[@muhammadansharifahmi2979]

Next roll cage

[@justinwilson4860]

Awesome video. So glad you did this, my plan for my first project is a similar bumper build for my obs Ford F-150.

[@dunemaster3179]

really nice suzuki sidekick

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks 😊

[@salesroguefab6034]

Love the video Mike! I like where you put the lights. Clean bumper and excited for the next videos on this project. - Josh in customer service

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Josh! I really appreciate it! The most recent Rogue Fab video really was good 👍 Definitely a lot of tips in that video! Take care Josh 🙂