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Old 12-07-2009, 07:16 PM
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it is on a 3rd gen ram but just lookin for everyones thoughts on it, what do ya think?

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Old 12-07-2009, 07:30 PM
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Another amazing job there Trucker. You gotta patent that thing and start producing many more. Keep up the good work!

Made in America!!
 
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Old 12-07-2009, 07:33 PM
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post up all your work.

I wanna show my parents what you can do.

It's crazy.
 
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Old 12-07-2009, 07:41 PM
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i didnt have a camera when i was building it but my friend took some with his phone, so i will try to get them, i do have a couple when its all tacked together but they are really bad with my phone...

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Old 12-07-2009, 07:55 PM
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another great job man.



how much does that sucker weigh?
 
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Old 12-07-2009, 08:00 PM
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this one came in at 290 lbs. but only took less than 3/8 of an inch off the ride hight.
 
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Noooo I mean, like a picture of all your bumpers you've built, ya know?
 
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Old 12-07-2009, 09:47 PM
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I'd bet folks would pay at least two grand for one of your one-off bumpers.
 
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Nice work man, that is a beast of a bumper!
 
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Little much, but what do I know. Definitely looks well built.

How much does all that extra weight affect you mpg? And what did you paint it with?
 
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