New Bumper (Rear)

[mattyblazer]

4589Well, the rear bumper came, it connects to the stock locations, along with the frame the way you would attach a trailer hitch, welds look solid (i loaded this one upside down we will see if it comes out correct)

[mattyblazer]

Evidently, I am too stupid to post pictures here

[Brasscatz]

Rofl, it's ok buddy. We still want to see it whether it's upside down or not ;)

Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4 because my microwave couldn't do it

[mattyblazer]

Heres a look at the mounts

[mattyblazer]

This is another bumper from Nates 4x4
If your interested I got it here, really inexpensive considering the costs some of the guys get http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ROFPKQ/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ("http://www.amazon.com)
Sorry if im not supposed to link

[bluedragon436]

Bumper looks good.. and glad it has the frame tie in points, not just the factory mount locations...

[mattyblazer]

The bumper also came with Nates version of a nut strip, very serious looking with hardened carriage bolts.
I'm excited to get this stuff on the Jeep, it hasnt stopped snowing here for weeks, between that and the cold I'm not doing anything yet.

[slvmart]

Those bumpers must be expensive, since they defy gravity. At least they won't stress the mounts.

No plans for a tire mount ?

[mattyblazer]

this past weekend in PA to give you an idea, we have been spending most weekends there.

[mattyblazer]

one more try, Im using a Macbook pro, the pictures are the correct orientation whenI load them, I'm trying this upside down again

[mattyblazer]

No plans yet, I might make one later, bumpers were $215, and $300

[bluedragon436]

Don't feel bad... I'm still learning the picture sharing... and even more so my Macbook Pro... As much as I miss being at home where I can get stuff to done with my truck and other stuff... but am glad to be able to avoid dealing with the snow anymore then I already have..

[mattyblazer]

I dont get it? I thought it might be a software thing crossing into the apple o/s Who knows? but for now I get to be the dummy.
I love the snow, between that and the occasional trip to the beach its the most I use the 4WD

[mattyblazer]

Heres a shot of the Nut strip

[nickyg]

I dont get it? I thought it might be a software thing crossing into the apple o/s Who knows? but for now I get to be the dummy.


Have you tried standing on your head while taking the picture?

[mattyblazer]

I didnt try that, I uploaded that snow pic right side up, and up side down, and they all come out like that

[Brasscatz]

May I suggest creating a photobucket account and posting the IMG link in here? It's a bit easier that way and you can upload more pics and don't have to worry about file size.

[Brasscatz]

Alrighty, I saved them to my computer, flipped them, then reuploaded them for ya. But yeah, photobucket is probably your best bet. If they upload upside down to P.B., you can flip them right there. Hope that helps ya :thumbsup:

[4.3LXJ]

Did you take those with a cell phone? If you did, the phone cannot be sideways or upside down.

Sent from my DROIDX using Tapatalk 2

[mattyblazer]

Took them with an iPhone 5 s, I'm sure its something simple I'm overlooking, maybe the P/B is a good route to go

[mattyblazer]

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_0494_zps6d6abf57.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_0494_zps6d6abf57.jpg.html)

Giving photobucket a shot

Just an F.Y.I. that dent came with the Jeep, along with a cracked head

[4.3LXJ]

Photobucket is the way to go

[mattyblazer]

Seems pretty easy, and it wont load your server with crap

[mattyblazer]

Can anyone recommend a spray on coating for the bumpers?
I think I'm going to try and keep the factory plastics from the stock rear bumper

[Hopkins]

Haha that's more than a dent!

[Brasscatz]

Depends what route you want to go. I used Plasti-Dip and it's lasted 2 years. It's definitely not temporary since it's a rubberized coating that you can peel off. Other than that, you can pick up a few cans of spray on bedliner for around $7 a can. Good stuff.

[nickyg]

May I suggest creating a photobucket account and posting the IMG link in here? It's a bit easier that way and you can upload more pics and don't have to worry about file size.

GOOD LORD!!!!! I was pulling my hair out trying to figure out how you guys did those lengthy write ups. Thanks for the tip.

[nickyg]

May I suggest creating a photobucket account and posting the IMG link in here? It's a bit easier that way and you can upload more pics and don't have to worry about file size.

GOOD LORD!!!!! I was pulling my hair out trying to figure out how you guys did those lengthy write ups. Thanks for the tip.

[Brasscatz]

I was pulling my hair out trying to figure out how you guys did those lengthy write ups

That's what happened to cantab27 too...


Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S4 because my microwave couldn't do it

[mattyblazer]

Haha that's more than a dent!

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1287_zps70b7a7f4.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1287_zps70b7a7f4.jpg.html)
http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1288_zpscb12630a.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1288_zpscb12630a.jpg.html)


http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1412_zps02f95244.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Photobucket%20Desktop%20-%20Matthews%20MacBook%20Pro/iPhoto%20Library/Jeep/IMG_1412_zps02f95244.jpg.html)

I changed the door with a better one, and beat the dent out from the inside, and underneath, new plastic around the wheel well, and its presentable (well a far cry better than what it was)

[mattyblazer]

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/C0728761-D8C3-4965-AADD-3597A8792F31_zps3qzmhixb.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/C0728761-D8C3-4965-AADD-3597A8792F31_zps3qzmhixb.jpg.html)

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/1BE919D8-B56F-4E87-AE09-D5F8FD18F241_zpsqhm9soj2.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-02/1BE919D8-B56F-4E87-AE09-D5F8FD18F241_zpsqhm9soj2.jpg.html)

Started prepping

[4.3LXJ]

Looks stout

[mattyblazer]

Looks stout

I'm happy with the construction, especially the hitch reciever, lets see how it lines up

[mattyblazer]

too cold for me to be doing unnecessary work outside, so the bumper is on the back burner again, should have done it yesterday!:bang:

[mattyblazer]

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg.html)

[XJMikey]

Heres a shot of the Nut strip

Are those included with the bumper?


http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg.html)

Looks badass. I can't wait to get mine.

[bluedragon436]

That's a nice looking bumper... especially with the end caps installed... to bad it doesn't fill the openings better.. but I guess they didn't really design it to be used with the end caps.. Can't wait to order bumpers for my XJ!!

[mattyblazer]

The Nut Strips come with 1, an additional one was provided by asking

[mattyblazer]

That's a nice looking bumper... especially with the end caps installed... to bad it doesn't fill the openings better.. but I guess they didn't really design it to be used with the end caps.. Can't wait to order bumpers for my XJ!!

Clearly not designed with them in mind, I will fabricate something more permanant but the idea of just leaving unmatching paint and rust spots didn't do it for me

[XJMikey]

The Nut Strips come with 1, an additional one was provided by asking

Thanks! I'll contact Nate.

[mattyblazer]

Thanks! I'll contact Nate.

Nate is a really good guy- you cant beat him for the money

[XJMikey]

Nate is a really good guy- you cant beat him for the money

I've talked to him a couple times, just never had the $315 for a bumper direct from him. Now that I know I can get the same one for $215, I'll be ordering one, ASAP. Thanks for the link. That $100 saved will help with a front nates4x4bumper.

[mattyblazer]

I've talked to him a couple times, just never had the $315 for a bumper direct from him. Now that I know I can get the same one for $215, I'll be ordering one, ASAP. Thanks for the link. That $100 saved will help with a front nates4x4bumper.

I have an Amazon.com prime account, I dont pay for shipping on most things

[XJMikey]

I have an Amazon.com prime account, I dont pay for shipping on most things

Thabks to the buying options, 98% of everything I buy off amazon comes with free shipping. I've been screwed over with 3-5 day shipping, so I don't bother wasting money on shipping.

[mattyblazer]

** Forgot to mention, I did have to drill 2 holes in the tank skid plate

[abebehrmann]

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6DA3E34C-D27B-456D-8B98-319185261E7B_zpsae5pmiy1.jpg.html)

That thing looks awesome all mounted up! Will need to add that to the ever-growing list of things I need to do to my XJ.

[mattyblazer]

That thing looks awesome all mounted up! Will need to add that to the ever-growing list of things I need to do to my XJ.

thanks, I'm happy with it

[mattyblazer]

Here it is with the new 2" ball installed, looks pretty mean
http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6E31B46B-23D8-4404-AFA9-3E1EE8348C31_zpsmkf39bea.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6E31B46B-23D8-4404-AFA9-3E1EE8348C31_zpsmkf39bea.jpg.html)

[XJMikey]

Here it is with the new 2" ball installed, looks pretty mean
http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6E31B46B-23D8-4404-AFA9-3E1EE8348C31_zpsmkf39bea.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/6E31B46B-23D8-4404-AFA9-3E1EE8348C31_zpsmkf39bea.jpg.html)

At first glance, it looks stock. Hard to tell without looming close it's aftermarket.

[mattyblazer]

At first glance, it looks stock. Hard to tell without looming close it's aftermarket.

That picture had shadows
http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/7E8A33F8-0755-400B-B37D-11AF3F2488B7_zpsl0t2mlkw.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/7E8A33F8-0755-400B-B37D-11AF3F2488B7_zpsl0t2mlkw.jpg.html)

[XJMikey]

That picture had shadows
http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af84/mattyblazer/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/7E8A33F8-0755-400B-B37D-11AF3F2488B7_zpsl0t2mlkw.jpg (http://s996.photobucket.com/user/mattyblazer/media/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-04/7E8A33F8-0755-400B-B37D-11AF3F2488B7_zpsl0t2mlkw.jpg.html)

The bumpees are like a ugly chick... sexy in the dark, scary come sun up. Lol

[mattyblazer]

No one tailgates any more

[Rocco83]

That is kind of what I'm looking for in a rear bumper. My only concern is how much I could tow with something like that. With the pin attach point leaving that much of the ball mount out. If you were tongue heavy that seems like it would be a lot of stress.

I know XJs aren't exactly meant to haul hay wagons, but if I had a need to move something heavy that seems sketchy.

[mattyblazer]

That is kind of what I'm looking for in a rear bumper. My only concern is how much I could tow with something like that. With the pin attach point leaving that much of the ball mount out. If you were tongue heavy that seems like it would be a lot of stress.

I know XJs aren't exactly meant to haul hay wagons, but if I had a need to move something heavy that seems sketchy.

it attaches to the same place as any reese/ uhaul etc hitch receiver. in addition to that the bumper bolts are holding it, the only difference there should be is that the receiver is 3 inches higher, I'm no expert but with boats on trailers if you are tongue heavy the balance is wrong

[Rocco83]

I'm not talking about hauling boats.

[XJMikey]

When I talked to Nate last year about his rear bumper, he told me he tows upwards of 4800lbs with the one on his XJ. He doesn't list a maximum towing capacity on his site, because it'd be a legal problem if someone screwed up and things went terribly wrong, while using his bumper to tow.

[Rocco83]

4800 isn't too bad. Will definitely have to keep one of my trucks though haha

[bluedragon436]

Yeah I don't see why you should have any issues pulling a small utility trailer, or even something smaller like a set of Jet Ski's... a set of Jet Ski's would probably be the heavies thing other then using my bumper as a pull point if/when I get stuck or someone else needs a pull!!

[XJMikey]

If JCR says their bumpers can handle factory trailer rating, I'd more than willingly tow 5,000lbs with Nate's bumper.

[Rocco83]

I have a 24' camper I wouldn't mind hauling with me if I went somewhere to wheel seeing as though I'm a long haul away from anywhere worth wheeling.

[XJMikey]

I have a 24' camper I wouldn't mind hauling with me if I went somewhere to wheel seeing as though I'm a long haul away from anywhere worth wheeling.

The 20' travel camper I was looking at, weighted in at 2485lbs (with 200gal water tank full). I'd guess yours wouldn't weigh too much more.

[Rocco83]

5100 dry. Not sure how much I could get by with trying to load it down.

[XJMikey]

If you have electric brakes, I don't see it being a problem. You have an extra 8 mounting points added to the "hitch", so strength isn't a problem.