Fletcha's Rear Bar Build with Tyre Carrier

[big_fletch]

Well seeing as its winter and to be honest im sometimes bored lol ;), i have started building a rear Bar for the troll.. I will be making an All steel bar with a Swing away Tyre carrier as i am wanting to fir 35's and dont want the weight of the tyre on the back door.
Mounted behind the tyre will be my High Lift Jack, i will be using recessed LED Tail lights and possibly trying to Flush mount some LED Worklights into the bar as well for reverse lights..

Will keep thread updated as build continues.
So far for today i have removed the old rear plastic bar, made the Brackets that will hold the Bar to the Chassis Rail and bought the steel ready to be welded together..

More Pics to come along soon :cheers:
http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0723.jpg

[Tank]

I am watching with interest. What size steel are you going to use for the bumber? and is it going to be RSH (looks like it) or channel?

[Sir Roofy]

Not as bare as yesterday looks hopefull mate

[Richo460]

I am also starting this build. There is an ok looking bearing swivel on ebay for $75.

[big_fletch]

So far chassis mounts are 6mm 100x100 Angle, I am using 150x50 RHS in 3mm for the main bar, I was wanting 4mm but couldn't find anywhere in town that had it.. Therefore I will add some extra bracing so will be ok..
For the swing away I will be using a stub axle assy which I will get from this mob including the latch
http://rijidijoffroad.bounce.com.au/#/kit-page/4551195113

[big_fletch]

Got all the brackets Drilled and made today, and tacked the main bar to them.. To anyone making a rear bar make sure the brackets and main bar are spot on as this will affect the rest of the build with gaps being different and measurements wrong..
Just Have to wait till Sunday to use my mates MIG to make sure the welds are spot on. How it looks at the moment.. Bar Will sit exactly in the photo's and should def help to improve departure angles

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0726.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0729.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0727.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0731.jpg

[big_fletch]

More Work today so another update haha

Bar is Welded and ends bent to profile of the car.. Ready for side wings and Stub axle to be welded tomorrow..
Coming along nicely atm

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0733.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0741.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0742.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0743.jpg

[Woof]

Looking good mate, well done

[Brendan56]

Looking great! Progress is awesome.

Tap tap, Brendan

[Maxhead]

I'm sure it will come out awesome Fletch, keep the plans as you're doing mine next...HAHAHAHHAHAHAHHAHAH
Well done mate, looking great

[big_fletch]

Got a fair bit done today, main bar is done and side wings are welded on.. Stub axles are also welded in ready to go.. Starting to look like a bar now me thinks.. Next is to recess all the lights in and finish the wings..

Few more shots

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0745.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0746.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0747.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0749.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0751.jpg

[GUtsy ute]

Nice work fletch,
Good to see a well thought out design and top workmanship as well.
Looking forward to the rest of the build.

[growler2058]

Sh1t Hot mate well done!!


Tapp tillya Crap

[MEGOMONSTER]

Starting to look good now

[NissanGQ4.2]

me like lots Fletch, looking very good

only if I had a welder and knew how 2 weld *L*

Ok I have 2 ask, yes i can be stupid sometimes, what are the things sticking up in both corners????? for aerials?

I either really need another beer or sleep :)

[megatexture]

^stub axle’s for wheel carriers or such

the bars looking prity sweet and taking shape now. are you keeping a tally on the final $ as im sure you will save a bucket load will be interesting to see how much!

[NissanGQ4.2]

^stub axle’s for wheel carriers or such

hahahahah yep, think i need sleep and not another beer :)

Thanks mate, makes perfect sense 2 what they are.

F@#$!@#%!@#% I'm an idiot!

[Sir Roofy]

comming along nicely fletch

[big_fletch]

Thanks guys, I'm pretty wrapped with how its coming along.. Yes they are stub axles, one will be for a swing away tyre carrier and will also have my high lift jack mounted behind the tyre as well.. Otherside will be a jerry can holder..
So far steel, stub axles and a few other bits and pieces have come to about $150 all up so I reckon total cost will be under $500 including getting it all powdercoated at the end :thumbup:

[NissanGQ4.2]

So far steel, stub axles and a few other bits and pieces have come to about $150 all up so I reckon total cost will be under $500 including getting it all powdercoated at the end :thumbup:

How much for one for a GQ???, Don't worry about freight I can arrange that *L*

[big_fletch]

How much for one for a GQ???, Don't worry about freight I can arrange that *L*

I think ill wait and make sure mine doesn't fall apart first Hahahahaha

[megatexture]

man thats gonna be a bargin! i woulda made my own bar also but i tend to blow holes in anything i weld haha

[big_fletch]

man thats gonna be a bargin! i woulda made my own bar also but i tend to blow holes in anything i weld haha

I had the same problem for abit, but once I got the MIG settings right i was all good lol.. Next job is to mount the recessed LED tail lights and try to work out a way to flush mount some small LED work lights into the bar as well ;)

[TUR7LE]

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/06/29.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/06/30.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/06/31.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/06/32.jpg
Fletch at work n one with my rig in the pic ...

[TUR7LE]

I had the same problem for abit, but once I got the MIG settings right i was all good lol.. Next job is to mount the recessed LED tail lights and try to work out a way to flush mount some small LED work lights into the bar as well ;)

And when I clean the tip out so the shelding gas can work it also makes it easyer lol

[TUR7LE]

How much for one for a GQ???, Don't worry about freight I can arrange that *L*

He will help on mine first lol then we can work out a cost n make more he he

[Sir Roofy]

He will help on mine first lol then we can work out a cost n make more he he

haha i knew you where there in the back ground turtle

[NissanGQ4.2]

I think ill wait and make sure mine doesn't fall apart first Hahahahaha

Don't worry 2 much about it falling apart, will match the rest of my patrol if it does *LMAO*

[NissanGQ4.2]

He will help on mine first lol then we can work out a cost n make more he he

yeh it will probably be safer to do a trial run on yours first............... + I'll never have the money 2 buy one anyway! *L*

[TUR7LE]

haha i knew you where there in the back ground turtle

Yer mate some one needs to supervise him lol

[big_fletch]

Lol we see how mine turns out.. Ordered my lights for the bar today, should be here tommorrow and also the hub assy for the stub axle and latch for the spare wheel carrier.. That would bring total cost of the build up to about $380 so far.. That leaves powdercoating and a small amount of flat steel..
Got the bracket made for the trailer plug today and trying to work out a neat way of welding in some recovery points as well.. Getting there slowly atm Haha

[TUR7LE]

Lol we see how mine turns out.. Ordered my lights for the bar today, should be here tommorrow and also the hub assy for the stub axle and latch for the spare wheel carrier.. That would bring total cost of the build up to about $380 so far.. That leaves powdercoating and a small amount of flat steel..
Got the bracket made for the trailer plug today and trying to work out a neat way of welding in some recovery points as well.. Getting there slowly atm Haha

I still think just get a recovery point that goes in ur Haymen reece

[big_fletch]

I still think just get a recovery point that goes in ur Haymen reece

Yer or I can do that lol

[luwachuwa]

looking good buddy!

[markmclauchlin]

Very impressive, can't wait to see a final version,

Cheers

[big_fletch]

Lights arrived the other day, have them mounted up.. Flush mount lights are a bugga to mount lol.. Welded on my Trailer plug bracket as well.. Off tonight to do some more welding, start infilling and finishing off the wings as well..
Few pics of the lights (the Lights are made by 'LED Autolamps')

Trailer plug mount
http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0760.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0756.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0761.jpg

http://i1212.photobucket.com/albums/cc459/big_fletch/Rear%20Bar%20Build/IMAG0762.jpg

[NissanGQ4.2]

Looking good fletch, you have inspired me to go out and buy a welder and some steal.........................hahaha just kidding.................but I would if I had the spare $$$$$

[hekarewe]

very interested to see how this is going to turn out and how it looks but your of to dam good start!!!

i wouldnt where to start doing one of those keep the pics coming

[megatexture]

looks sweet as are you planing on puttin any jacking slots/points in?

[cossy]

Wow looks sweet you have inspired me to start one what angles have you got on the ends? thanks keep up the good work

[frenzy]

Oi Fletch! How did it turn out mate?

[boots]

X2 . Over the suspense .need more pics fletch to satisfy my curiosity !

[TUR7LE]

Here is a pic of where it's at ... Hasn't been finished yet http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/07/19.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2012/07/20.jpg he has finished welding them in but I don't have those pics

[taslucas]

In a word: TUFF!

Tap, crackle, pop

[boots]

Lookin real good . Thanks .

[AB]

You don't muck around on your projects Fletch thats for sure. Can't wait to see the final product!!!

Are we doing mine next...LMAO