Another 3rd Gen Front Bumper Build - wjwerdna

wjwerdna · 01-24-2008, 06:25 PM

So, it's been a while since I have read or posted on the forums, but since that time, I've come to the need of a new front bumper... I've done some destructive testing, for educational purposes of course...

So first, a pic of what I have been playing with while I work through the 10 degree weather and cold here with no garage...

actual work will be starting next week!

Nate08 · 01-24-2008, 06:27 PM

BE sure to take lots-o-pics.

wjwerdna · 01-29-2008, 02:20 PM

First, if anyone ever wondered, this is how to make your bumper in 3D

Start with truck model (measured by hand):

Then add frame and start making it!

This is where I am at right now:

wjwerdna · 01-29-2008, 04:43 PM

Sorry, I realize this isn't as fun as pictures of actually cutting into it

Tylerars24 · 01-29-2008, 08:19 PM

are you using solid edge?

thats a pretty good model

wjwerdna · 01-29-2008, 09:40 PM

no, I used to use SolidEdge years ago, then UG, then SolidWorks, now Inventor

wjwerdna · 02-02-2008, 07:56 PM

Ok, so I'm ready to start getting this going, tomorrow I am going to start cutting the smaller pieces. Monday-Wednesday should be able to get the rest of the steel, then onto getting it ready to bolt up. chopping the frame, and finishing it all up!!! With all the cold weather, I've had enough time to plan out everything on paper first, actual building should go very smooth

click pics for larger!

toylocost · 02-02-2008, 08:05 PM

WOW. Hello Mr. CAD expert. How long did that take? I took a Advanced CAD class in HS but the fat teacher was to lazy to teach.

wjwerdna · 02-02-2008, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirtbiker13575

WOW. Hello Mr. CAD expert. How long did that take? I took a Advanced CAD class in HS but the fat teacher was to lazy to teach.

lol, thanks =) It's fun to work with this software, and I get to use it a bit at work when I get a chance

I would say so far I have about 5-7 hours in actual measuring and sketching the 4runner body and frame in 2D, with another 3-4 hours to correctly model/extrude/shape and color it. Then quite a bit of time so far developing all of the bumper, brackets, etc.. probably 12-15 hours. Then another 2 hours finishing it up and creating all the separate print views to make each part

For the most part I am done with the CAD part, so I would guess 20-30 hours total? maybe more.

Godzilla · 02-02-2008, 08:45 PM

cool stuff. where are the turn signals going to be? I like how you have the larger lights incorporated into the bumper.

wjwerdna · 02-03-2008, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Godzilla

cool stuff. where are the turn signals going to be? I like how you have the larger lights incorporated into the bumper.

the turn signals have allready been wired into the lights next to the headlights using higher wattage 2-filament bulbs

Atomic · 02-03-2008, 09:45 AM

Wow, great work! I wish I knew how to use my SolidEdge like that! What do you do for a living?

Keep us updated!

wjwerdna · 02-03-2008, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atomic

Wow, great work! I wish I knew how to use my SolidEdge like that! What do you do for a living?

Keep us updated!

I'm a mechanical engineering student, almost done with studies (1 year left)... I just started using this software (ACad Inventor) but it is pretty much the same as others, very similar to SolidWorks. All it takes to learn is to sit down and really work with the software =)

I started work cutting brackets and little pieces today, some progress at least tomorrow is a trip to the steel warehouse

wjwerdna · 02-16-2008, 04:04 PM

Looks sweet so far, it's coming together pretty good. a dozen grinding/cutting disks so far

Whitey13 · 02-16-2008, 04:25 PM

Looks great so far. What are you using for grinding discs? I work for the largest manufacturer of such products in the world. I may have some stuff hanging around that you could use.

Gerdo · 02-16-2008, 04:53 PM

Good looking. Looks like it'll be solid. I like the indents for the lights. I'm thinking of something similar. Keep us updated.

I've always had good luck with Norton disks. I bought some cheap HF disks, what junk. It was the closest place, should have driven further for the Nortons.

fillsrunner4 · 02-16-2008, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirtbiker13575

WOW. Hello Mr. CAD expert. How long did that take? I took a Advanced CAD class in HS but the fat teacher was to lazy to teach.

Same here my teacher sucked

Looks great I wish I had some of that software it could come in handy

bruzer1123 · 02-16-2008, 06:35 PM

Wow-nice build. I too like the inset lights. Are you planning on marketing the bumper once complete?

01-24-2008, 06:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	CAD Designed 3rd Gen Front Bumper Build - wjwerdna So, it's been a while since I have read or posted on the forums, but since that time, I've come to the need of a new front bumper... I've done some destructive testing, for educational purposes of course... So first, a pic of what I have been playing with while I work through the 10 degree weather and cold here with no garage... actual work will be starting next week! __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment Last edited by wjwerdna : 02-20-2008 at 05:48 PM. Reason: didnt like the title

01-24-2008, 06:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
Nate08 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bristol, TN Posts: 649	BE sure to take lots-o-pics. __________________ Nate [/font] Suspension: Tundra TRD Fronts w/ Dual 3/8" "TerraBull" spacers: 2.5",Trekmasters, LC's/OEM LC Shocks: 3.5"... Performance: 4" Deckplate, TrueFlow Air Filter, ISR Mod... Shoes: 285/75/16 Nitto TG's, OEM 16x7 (6 spoke)... Armor: Stubbs Sliders... Exhaust: 18" Magnaflow SIDO, Magnaflow High-Flo Converter, 2.5" and 2.25" piping... Other Necessities: Custom Extendable Panhard Bar, Custom Bumpstop Drop Brackets, 1" Diff Drop...

01-29-2008, 02:20 PM	#3 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	First, if anyone ever wondered, this is how to make your bumper in 3D Start with truck model (measured by hand): Then add frame and start making it! This is where I am at right now: __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment

01-29-2008, 04:43 PM	#4 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	Sorry, I realize this isn't as fun as pictures of actually cutting into it __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment

01-29-2008, 08:19 PM	#5 (permalink)
Tylerars24 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: On top of your wife. Posts: 127	are you using solid edge? thats a pretty good model __________________ pickup, sas, 63s, custom high-steer

01-29-2008, 09:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	no, I used to use SolidEdge years ago, then UG, then SolidWorks, now Inventor __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment

02-02-2008, 07:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	Ready... Set... Almost there Ok, so I'm ready to start getting this going, tomorrow I am going to start cutting the smaller pieces. Monday-Wednesday should be able to get the rest of the steel, then onto getting it ready to bolt up. chopping the frame, and finishing it all up!!! With all the cold weather, I've had enough time to plan out everything on paper first, actual building should go *very* smooth click pics for larger! __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment

02-02-2008, 08:05 PM	#8 (permalink)
toylocost Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ione, CA Posts: 257	WOW. Hello Mr. CAD expert. How long did that take? I took a Advanced CAD class in HS but the fat teacher was to lazy to teach. __________________ 1982 2wd Pickup - Mods: - Custom Interior - Severe Exhaust Leak 2000 Tundra 1996 Camry - 380,000 miles on original engine/transmission. HELL YES!!!

02-02-2008, 08:45 PM	#10 (permalink)
Godzilla Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: easy stalker! Posts: 1,606	cool stuff. where are the turn signals going to be? I like how you have the larger lights incorporated into the bumper.

02-03-2008, 09:45 AM	#12 (permalink)
Atomic Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Crystal Lake IL (Home) or Oxford OH (MU Ohio) Posts: 285	Wow, great work! I wish I knew how to use my SolidEdge like that! What do you do for a living? Keep us updated! __________________ Tess- 1998 4Runner 4WD SR5: 147k, Evergreen Pearl Metallic, ARB Tacoma Bull Bar, Hella 500's, Deckplate, ISR, WabFab discos, 5.25'' Infinity Reference rears, Baja amp powering a 10'' Infinity Reference sub, Sylvania Silverstars, JB L.E.D. Taillights 1996 4Runner 2WD SR5: stock, dented, almost dead, 195k- Brother's Tess www.invisiblechildren.com

02-16-2008, 04:04 PM	#14 (permalink)
wjwerdna Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Montague, MI Posts: 1,858	Looks sweet so far, it's coming together pretty good. a dozen grinding/cutting disks so far __________________ Andrew J W = WJwerdnA '99 4Runner SR5 - Pioneer MP3/IPod w/Infinity all around - lifted 2.5-3in susp. - 33's to fill the gap - sliders - ISR & Deckplate, yada yada - Satoshi - AIM:wjwerdna YotaTech Profile Custom Bumper Link for sale: "six-spoke" stock alloys, PM if interested :) ... also, stock running boards, pm offer, and stock panhard bar, great for mod'ing longer for lift adjustment

02-16-2008, 04:25 PM	#15 (permalink)
Whitey13 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: MA Posts: 1,007	Looks great so far. What are you using for grinding discs? I work for the largest manufacturer of such products in the world. I may have some stuff hanging around that you could use.

02-16-2008, 04:53 PM	#16 (permalink)
Gerdo Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: SouthWest Littleton, Colorado Posts: 626	Good looking. Looks like it'll be solid. I like the indents for the lights. I'm thinking of something similar. Keep us updated. I've always had good luck with Norton disks. I bought some cheap HF disks, what junk. It was the closest place, should have driven further for the Nortons. __________________ 2000 4Runner Sport, 3.4L, 5 Speed, Custom ProRunner Brush Guard, Opened intake, K&N Airfilter, BFG A/T LT265/70R16, Bilstein Shocks, FreeFlow Exhaust, Poly Rack Mounts & Swaybar Mounts, Tundra TRDs up front and OME 891s out back. ToyTec Panhard Bar Drop. SS Front Diff Drop. Home-built 2x2 Sliders. See My 4Runner!

02-16-2008, 06:35 PM	#18 (permalink)
bruzer1123 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Idaho Posts: 330	Wow-nice build. I too like the inset lights. Are you planning on marketing the bumper once complete? __________________ 1993 Pickup 22RE 4x4 5 spd. Mods: Engnbldr Street RV Head with 261 C, Trueflow air filter, custom rear bumper, roof rack, 2.25 exhaust from cat back, Thrush muffler, Rancho 5000 shocks, tiny MTRs Future Mods: Diff breathers. Rear locker? Winch? OBA? Flatbed?