newsoobdude Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 (edited) I am good friends with the owners and lead fabricator at WAAG bumpers and have been talking to him about doing some Subie stuff as a side project and he's telling me to see what interest there is so here I am. Who all is interested and what model do you have? Would you rather have a tube instead? Rear bumpers with spare tire mounts? I personally am thinking of an ARB/ SubaXtreme style front for my 1998 Outback and something like the SubaXtreme rear. Tell me what interests you. If we can get 10+ people together for a group order it would be best. Also thinking of skid plates and lifts and other goodies so think out loud too. Edited September 1, 2010 by newsoobdude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwilson87 Posted August 3, 2010 Share Posted August 3, 2010 Like this for my 1998 OBS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daredevil1166 Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I'm in. Price dependent of course. Be sure that at least two light mount tabs are included. But they're inconspicous enough that if they're not used it won't look stupid. I would probably prefer an unpainted one so I could add or modify things before it is painted. Then I'd paint it with bedliner. That should lower the initial cost as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4tes Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I am very interested in both a bumper and skidplate for my 95 legacy. I need light tabs that will fit my Hella FF1000s. I would like to get an idea of what it would look like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 5, 2010 Author Share Posted August 5, 2010 I'll be getting on this more next week and start doing some cardboard mock-ups. As for price, the more people interested in this the better, and tube or ARB/ SubaXtreme style. Will find out next week, but guess anywhere from $400 tube to $600 ARB/ SubaXteme powder coated and possibly shipped, just depends on mock up work and fab time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrap487 Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 I may be interested later in september depending on what you guys come up with I have a 99 legacy... I've been thinking alot about making a bumper/push bar for it this fall but I doubt I'll have time to personally fab anything for it. Don't need anything too crazy, the car sits low, really just looking for some extra protection driving around in the snow during the winter that will still look respectable on a mostly street rig. As far as a skid plate I'm badly wanting something burly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kostamojen Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 (edited) I've been thinking of lifting my Impreza, and if I do i'd want something in terms of a skid plate that rolls up into the front bumper with some kind of shaved bumper skin over it, something to improve the approach angle dramatically and protect the radiator. But i'm not going to lift it until a) my tires wear out, and I'm done with my FF-1 project But in any case, here are some ideas: Edited August 7, 2010 by Kostamojen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael appel Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 Hey I live in wilsonville and see you every now and then I lost my job. and working subies for a side hobby hit me up I can weld you tabs and make you bumpers let me know mike I am very interested in both a bumper and skidplate for my 95 legacy. I need light tabs that will fit my Hella FF1000s. I would like to get an idea of what it would look like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratman18 Posted August 8, 2010 Share Posted August 8, 2010 That's cool, this one is a member from a local forum in my area. Awesome car, seen it in person!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrap487 Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 That's cool, this one is a member from a local forum in my area. Awesome car, seen it in person!! That or this http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2662/3869333363_6f73be75df_b.jpg is exactly what I'm looking for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 10, 2010 Author Share Posted August 10, 2010 (edited) Kostamojen- Love the Dirt Wagon and have been following it's build. As for it's bumpers, a little more than what I'd like, granted his are for better wheeling angles and all, but a little "naked" if you ask me. As for Mudrat's I'm not a tube fan but definitely a nice bumper I'd just prefer a solid one. Scrap487- Those skid plate/ light bars should not be hard to work out, what kind of car are you thinking? Also, talked to my friend yesterday and he said that the prices were high, especially after getting a better look at what I'd like. Will let ya'll know more when I do, but unfortunately his fabricator is out sick for the week so . Edited August 10, 2010 by newsoobdude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4tes Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 Hey I live in wilsonville and see you every now and then I lost my job. and working subies for a side hobby hit me up I can weld you tabs and make you bumpers let me know mike Cool. Are you planning to go to WCSS12? If so it would be great to talk about this with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwilson87 Posted August 10, 2010 Share Posted August 10, 2010 That or this http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2662/3869333363_6f73be75df_b.jpg is exactly what I'm looking for That exact one won't do much good. i thought it would be much beafier in person and when I met up with garrett at a rallyx and looked at it, it is just a tube with a little metal under it, not super sturdy either. Looks sweet and if it was like an integrated skid-plate/bar i would totally want one. might have to start designing something like that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 11, 2010 Author Share Posted August 11, 2010 (edited) I talked to my friend today about this and have decided on using 2x8 tubing (don't recall thickness but good) with 3/16 "wings" for the bumper sides. We are starting with the rear first as it will be the quickest and easiest for them to do while they are waiting on materials for other projects. We are going to tuck it in as close to the body as possible without cutting any sheetmetal. It will be contoured to fit the body and the factory trailer hitch and muffler tip will be sticking out further than the bumper (fair warning). Will also be incorporasting a skid plate to cover the gas tank and will be compatable with a lift as well. No rear tire mount though. Will definitely post pics when I have the fundage for the materials and labor and have results (hoping two weeks). Anyone interested in one? Pricing is looking at $450 shipped and coated with a first time group order of 5 or more at $400 each. Post here to let me know if interested. Edited August 12, 2010 by newsoobdude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4tes Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 I talked to my friend today about this and have decided on using 2x8 tubing (don't recall thickness but good) with 3/16 "wings" for the bumper sides. Two questions: When you say 2x8 tubing, are you referring to rectangle tubing? Is the SP going to be stainless? I am still interested. The price looks right. I would like to get a better idea of what it would look like though. The description sounds a bit heavy. Also if there is a skid plate, it would need to have the appropriate clearance for my 3" lift. - John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monstaru Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 i have a tubing bender...... anyone close? cheers, brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Two questions:When you say 2x8 tubing, are you referring to rectangle tubing? Is the SP going to be stainless? I am still interested. The price looks right. I would like to get a better idea of what it would look like though. The description sounds a bit heavy. Also if there is a skid plate, it would need to have the appropriate clearance for my 3" lift. - John 2X8 rectangular tubing yes. SP means skid plate yes? As for stainless, no. Weight is going to be an issue but I'm going to try and keep this as light as possible. Gas tank skid is going to take some work to work with and without a lift as the only mount we can find for the front of the skid is the diff which gets moved so.... it might just be a "bash plate" to protect the gas tank from scrapping. Got things to take care of this weekend and will be getting back on this next week and hopefully will have some mock up pics available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobyclimbs Posted August 14, 2010 Share Posted August 14, 2010 (edited) the pic of the baja has my old bumper...!! so I'm in need of another one..for my outback. I like the ARB style..too. Must have a winch mount, light tabs, pulling points ,shackle holes.. Try www.subaruoutback.org these folks are dying for bumpers... Edited August 14, 2010 by scoobyclimbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael appel Posted August 15, 2010 Share Posted August 15, 2010 Cool. Are you planning to go to WCSS12? If so it would be great to talk about this with you. All about fabbing whatever you like ideas are plentiful and I would not mind the extra cash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael appel Posted August 15, 2010 Share Posted August 15, 2010 I was thinking of arb bumper style shaping it to completely match the bumper you have as a direct replacement if you build something to go around the existing bumper you lose approach angles and ground clerance thnik about it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 16, 2010 Author Share Posted August 16, 2010 the pic of the baja has my old bumper...!! so I'm in need of another one..for my outback. I like the ARB style..too. Must have a winch mount, light tabs, pulling points ,shackle holes.. Try www.subaruoutback.org these folks are dying for bumpers... I posted there but have had better response over here. Will do my best to get all the options above done as I would like the same as well on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 Fabrication starts tomorrow for the rear:banana:. Will post pics of progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 23, 2010 Author Share Posted August 23, 2010 Well fabrication got delayed for the weekend and due to more interest we are going to be doing the front bumper instead. Car gets dropped off tomorrow afternoon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 25, 2010 Author Share Posted August 25, 2010 Sneak peek. 2X5 3/16 Tubing Stout as heck more info later when done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsoobdude Posted August 27, 2010 Author Share Posted August 27, 2010 Waiting to get the light tabs and skid plate tabs mounted so I can powder coat and call done. Weighs no more than 50lbs over stock bumper assembly and is stout as snot. OEM front tow hooks are incorporated into mount as lower radiator support brace protector and skid plate mount. Pics tomorrow if all goes well and friend is able to transfer them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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