Building A Custom Winch Bumper For The Mini Truck!!

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  • Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
  • Building a custom front bumper for my Suzuki Carry Mini Truck!!
    Tools to help with the job!
    Hobart Welder: amzn.to/3Cn8Rmi
    Plasma Cutter: amzn.to/3njZVcB
    Metal Chop Saw: amzn.to/3BhIltf
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    4 1/2" Grinder: amzn.to/3pEHhO5
    Cut Off Wheels: amzn.to/3mg31O6
    Sanding Discs: amzn.to/3vOaxTo
    D Rings: amzn.to/3oJg9uW
    LED Pod Lights: amzn.to/30uY4bL
    Check out my website! avrcustoms.com/
    Follow me on Instagram! / austinniemela
    Camera equipment used in the video!
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    Tripod: amzn.to/2WjasJM
    Send me stuff!
    PO Box 133
    Chattaroy WA 99003

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  • @twotwentyswift
    @twotwentyswift 2 роки тому +39

    Your CAD (Cardboard Aided Design) is next level Austin. You've become an absolute master of bumper design and production. I'm so happy to see the growth of your channel from your hard work and skill set. Congrats!!!

  • @Mikefestiva
    @Mikefestiva 2 роки тому +5

    The bumper turned out awesome!
    Really nice Fab work 👍
    Thanks for posting 🙂

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks mike!!

    • @Deek6923
      @Deek6923 2 роки тому +1

      I knew id be seeing mike here

    • @Mikefestiva
      @Mikefestiva 2 роки тому +1

      @@Deek6923 Haha 😂 Yep Just found Austin’s channel yesterday 👍

  • @cyberspooky
    @cyberspooky 2 роки тому +9

    That’s it I’m never going to throw my cardboard boxes away ever again 👍 you have convinced me that I can build a front bar and winch plate for my Jimny 😎

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +3

      Do it!!

    • @garymallard4699
      @garymallard4699 2 роки тому

      you can do Mini CAD...Cerealbox Aid Design ...cheaper version..and tasty to collect!! 🤗

  • @tradeMark182
    @tradeMark182 2 роки тому

    Nothing this guy cant do ..
    Im with you all the way 👍👍👍

  • @davidgoeken7993
    @davidgoeken7993 2 роки тому +5

    The only channel I follow on UA-cam. You are exceptional on your skills in fabrication. It takes a exceptional mind to come up with to put a project as you do.
    Looking forward to the finish project. 👍👍

  • @garymallard4699
    @garymallard4699 2 роки тому

    Sure glad you Invested in CAD!! 👌
    Making High Tech Products with Technology!! 🤗

  • @odevious8081
    @odevious8081 2 роки тому +1

    This video makes me want to go out there and get a welding machine and a plasma cutter lol

  • @lwoodt1
    @lwoodt1 2 роки тому +3

    I knew the A & N Bumper Company was going to have a hand in this project.

  • @mikes1097
    @mikes1097 2 роки тому

    Outstanding design and execution!

  • @gsamgale5185
    @gsamgale5185 2 роки тому

    Its super satisfying I cant wait to see it finished

  • @philgriswold2133
    @philgriswold2133 2 роки тому

    You are a metal whisperer. Your ability to shape things from steel is fantastic.

  • @jeffreyb9570
    @jeffreyb9570 2 роки тому +3

    Looks great! True that “ Patient is always the key” to building something you like. Mahalo again for the video🤙🏼

  • @trunksviper6583
    @trunksviper6583 2 роки тому

    is good to see you in good condition since your accident, be well and stay save

  • @dancornell4062
    @dancornell4062 2 роки тому +3

    Loving this little truck! So simple and clean. Thanks for making these videos for us Austin!

  • @JoseMartinez-rp4yh
    @JoseMartinez-rp4yh 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent,..as always. Don't be shy on the rear bumper gage,...the Zuzuki will definitely need some extra weight on the back...

  • @bradcooper122
    @bradcooper122 Рік тому

    Absolutely incredible build!

  • @phil2537
    @phil2537 2 роки тому

    the bumper looks great. your skills are awesome. thank you for the ideas.

  • @richmill6043
    @richmill6043 2 роки тому +1

    You sure make what you do look easy. Excellent craftsmanship, enjoyed the vid.

  • @markhickey5610
    @markhickey5610 2 роки тому

    Looks slick! Keep up the good work

  • @ephjay6t87
    @ephjay6t87 Рік тому

    You are amazing! The bumper is not only the strongest part of the nose but makes the nose much stronger over all. Obviously, don't crash this.

  • @RobBread1
    @RobBread1 2 роки тому +2

    That mini truck will look sick once you've finished both bumpers. Big thumbs up to your fabrication skills. Wish you can have one of those big oven so you can powder coat big stuff like this bumper. :)

    • @garymallard4699
      @garymallard4699 2 роки тому

      we had a walkin oven for plastic sign forming..homemade version..electric heated with propane boost ( raises the oven temp quicker...)...you could fit bumpers or big panels easily in it...

    • @garymallard4699
      @garymallard4699 2 роки тому

      you can use old ovens for the electrical components and make a simple bigger " oven " ...combine 2 to 4+ depending on size needed...they are cheap used...controls are too..

  • @madcratebuilder
    @madcratebuilder 2 роки тому

    Master baby buggy bumper builder. You need your own reality TV show. What you are doing is more relevant to the average DIY'er than any currently on TV. Production value A+, build quality A+, real world application A+, cost effective A+.

  • @williamdobson6862
    @williamdobson6862 2 роки тому +1

    Always rise to the occasion top class work again fabrication excellent 👍

  • @jamespenland479
    @jamespenland479 2 роки тому

    Great job on that bumper.

  • @goprojoe360
    @goprojoe360 Рік тому

    Great channel man. No fancy flash titles and straight forward commentary and great fab work 👍

  • @lelandeggleston1041
    @lelandeggleston1041 2 роки тому

    Loving this mini truck content. Can't wait for the long arm suspension upgrade and the motor swap.

  • @CaptainSkidmark74
    @CaptainSkidmark74 2 роки тому +1

    Good stuff!

  • @MicahMartinPEI
    @MicahMartinPEI 2 роки тому +2

    Man that looks sick!!! Great job, I got a 97’ carry and am dying to get a plow hooked up on her

  • @mjcavender1230
    @mjcavender1230 2 роки тому

    Bad A$$! I’m digging this series. It just keeps getting better. Looking forward to the next video.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Heck yeah!!! Thanks for watching 👍

  • @christopherlmartin25
    @christopherlmartin25 2 роки тому

    I haven't seen this channel in a while. Glad to see you back on top of your game. I love the Suzuki Carry and want one for my farm in the Philippines so when I get one I'm totally copying this. I would love to make one for my W163 Mercedes but I'm in the UK and insurance will throw a fit if I do.

  • @maddgoatee9708
    @maddgoatee9708 2 роки тому

    Tough looking bumper. You did a great job. Maybe lights on the blade. So when you turn the blade the light follows. Can't wait to see it action.

  • @nerdskiii
    @nerdskiii 2 роки тому

    so glad you added the additional nudge bar ontop of bumper looks epic now!

  • @klaw163
    @klaw163 2 роки тому +1

    Dude your fab skills are crazy good! Every project and mod you've done to your vehicles is exactly what I would do and this mini truck series is no exception. Awesome work brother

  • @mann1zzle
    @mann1zzle 2 роки тому

    Dude bumper looks really good.

  • @clintwalker7720
    @clintwalker7720 2 роки тому

    Looks great man! Enjoy watching your videos!

  • @Slytheslayer
    @Slytheslayer 2 роки тому

    Always amazing to watch you build bumpers from scratch.. well done man.

  • @timneale8869
    @timneale8869 2 роки тому

    Your tuff little tonka snow plough is looking good 👌.

  • @MussaKZN
    @MussaKZN 2 роки тому

    Nice work as always mate !

  • @my357mags
    @my357mags 2 роки тому

    Bumper looks great! Thumbs up! 👍

  • @Jackt-3
    @Jackt-3 2 роки тому

    Looking awesome!!

  • @marcrobillard.8507
    @marcrobillard.8507 2 роки тому

    keep up the good work man.

  • @user-ft2md2gd4s
    @user-ft2md2gd4s 2 роки тому +1

    hey you built the bottom part on the fly. a few mesures, no card board. those are serious skills man.
    the thing is looking cool. can’t wait to see both bumpers finished.

  • @jonathanemocling3826
    @jonathanemocling3826 2 роки тому +1

    Bumper looks good!

  • @charliebruceortega8447
    @charliebruceortega8447 2 роки тому +1

    Damn that looks good, you killed it

  • @likearockcm
    @likearockcm 2 роки тому +2

    Austin must buy drill bits wholesale 😉

  • @adventurousairman
    @adventurousairman 2 роки тому

    Great job

  • @ItsJoshN
    @ItsJoshN 2 роки тому

    Hey Austin, glad to see you aren’t affected by the flooding! My house is currently flooded so i appreciate the content haha

  • @dezfan
    @dezfan 2 роки тому +1

    Turned out good!👍🏼

  • @GamingJean
    @GamingJean 2 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @Cristian8767
    @Cristian8767 2 роки тому

    You are amazing Austin! Love the channel and love the build. If you can continue with moding and improving it i would love to watch it!

  • @allenhorne7032
    @allenhorne7032 2 роки тому +1

    Nice bumper, looks great, can't wait to see the rear bumper as well. And if you remember me, I love raptor liner! You need to raptor liner the whole thing eventually, just make it tough and able to take abuse! Keep up the great work Austin!

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I thought about raptor for the whole truck but I don’t know yet

    • @allenhorne7032
      @allenhorne7032 2 роки тому

      @@austinniemela whatever you do, I'm sure it will look awesome!

    • @mjcavender1230
      @mjcavender1230 2 роки тому

      @@austinniemela I think the camo looks super awesome. I’d like to see you at least keep that theme. But, whatever you do, I look forward to it.

  • @jeepie1964
    @jeepie1964 2 роки тому

    Hi Austin, you've made it a great nice bumper again. Greetings Rene from the Netherlands

  • @scottkailey1
    @scottkailey1 2 роки тому

    Nice job man!!

  • @BigBrownie96
    @BigBrownie96 2 роки тому

    Def paint the little hook things a bright color, the rest of the bumper dark

  • @WhiskeyRiverRifleman
    @WhiskeyRiverRifleman 2 роки тому

    Nice job that's awesome

  • @jagmasters7392
    @jagmasters7392 2 роки тому

    Awesome vid! Perfect inspiration for my current mini truck project 👍🏽

  • @ctech14367
    @ctech14367 2 роки тому

    Mad skills yo

  • @elktough777
    @elktough777 2 роки тому +1

    Well done! Looking bad ass! 🤘🏼🔥

  • @CTMadModz
    @CTMadModz 2 роки тому

    Pretty sweet dude

  • @rosswheatley1577
    @rosswheatley1577 2 роки тому

    Well Done

  • @johnmackelprang5053
    @johnmackelprang5053 2 роки тому +2

    Austin, I'd like to see you do some Cerakote type of parts restorations on your Toyota's. To me the 2 part intake and other parts would look fabulous. I got hooked on Cameron's page from his motorcycle upgrades and I know you can produce the same results.

  • @smplyizzy
    @smplyizzy 2 роки тому

    You just made the front of that vehicle approximately 248% stronger!

  • @mapesonesefo707
    @mapesonesefo707 2 роки тому

    Really nice fab work..

  • @Slava_8888
    @Slava_8888 2 роки тому

    Хорошо получилось!

  • @stefen1946
    @stefen1946 2 роки тому

    I'v been running the Badlands set up on my diesel for a few years with constant daily use. I have only broke it once and with the warranty and the the overall cost you can't go wrong.

  • @mrm4155
    @mrm4155 2 роки тому

    Awesome job. I love the bull bar on top!

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому

      Thanks! I like how that bar turned out as well!!

  • @TT-qo9dv
    @TT-qo9dv 2 роки тому

    That turned out beautiful 👍

  • @larrybrownlee9255
    @larrybrownlee9255 2 роки тому

    Looks good! You still need turn signals.

  • @eden5042
    @eden5042 2 роки тому +1

    Saludos bro

  • @user-bt7lg9nz7c
    @user-bt7lg9nz7c 2 роки тому

    Should have opened some branches in Thailand really great skill.

  • @plazatacoma03
    @plazatacoma03 2 роки тому

    Sick brother

  • @ibiza1gou
    @ibiza1gou 2 роки тому +3

    Suzuki's light truck, the Carry, is a model with a long history, having been introduced in 1961.
    It has been the best-selling light truck in Japan for 39 consecutive years from 1971 to 2009.🗾🗾🎌🎌

  • @BCRyot
    @BCRyot 2 роки тому

    Very nice bumper. Going to look great in raptor

  • @rambonie3339
    @rambonie3339 2 роки тому +2

    Loving the build!!! One of my best upgrades on my carry was progressive strut springs and extended rear shocks..completely changes the ride from ok to impressive..would also make a great install video for you:)

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Sweet thanks! I have the springs waiting to go on! What rear shocks did you use?

    • @rambonie3339
      @rambonie3339 2 роки тому

      Awesome!! Your gonna be impressed with the springs.. its night and day.. and I bought my extended shocks from gold star parts.. they are a no name but work great.. I've also seen people put bilstein on with a little modding.. either way you'll b a lot happier with the ride.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +2

      @@rambonie3339 cool deal! I can’t wait to get them on! I’ll need them with the bumper and plow setup!

  • @airfelisan9344
    @airfelisan9344 2 роки тому

    Looks good 👍

  • @conservativeokie
    @conservativeokie 2 роки тому

    Heha, hahe… you said jump on the rear! heha 😁👍🏼

  • @mountainlifewithdavidkelsie
    @mountainlifewithdavidkelsie 2 роки тому

    Love it man! Your Builds are BadA$$

  • @smplyizzy
    @smplyizzy 2 роки тому +1

    Hey I mentioned it in the past to you but I think it would be cool to see if Katskin still makes a Leather Interior kits you your Toyota builds. It would that them to another level. Just an idea.

  • @johnnycashh7148
    @johnnycashh7148 2 роки тому +1

    Another awesome bumper man!! How much we talking about on one of your products like this? 🍻

  • @johnrobert1053
    @johnrobert1053 2 роки тому +1

    I plowed with harbor freight synthetic rope on my sxs for years never had a problem.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому

      Good to know!! Are you using the fair lead they give you with the rope?

    • @johnrobert1053
      @johnrobert1053 2 роки тому

      @@austinniemela yes I am

  • @jeffkeiper
    @jeffkeiper 2 роки тому

    to save your winch line, get a short 5 or 10ft synthetic winch line to put on the winch in the winter time when you're using it for the plow. they're like 15 bucks off amazon and it will keep your regular winch line from taking all that abuse.

  • @TheJazza01
    @TheJazza01 2 роки тому

    Love your work mate. Looks awesome

  • @tiremanboozer
    @tiremanboozer 2 роки тому

    Always Killin it bro.

  • @Thadschnack
    @Thadschnack 2 роки тому

    High quality craftsmanship for sure. One of the best things I’ve ever bought for my shop is an evolution saw. I know they are spendy but worlds better than abrasive cut off saws. Maybe you can put a Diablo blade on that saw you have but the rpm has to be on the low side to work right. Better cuts no sparks or nasty dust, the blades last a long time. They can’t cut stainless or hardened steel tho

    • @MakeFixUpgrade
      @MakeFixUpgrade 2 роки тому

      I love evolution blades as well. I found that cutting flat stock dulls the blade though. or maybe I didn't do it right. After cutting flat stock it would no longer cut much of anything, just made the metal i was trying to cut turn red.

    • @Thadschnack
      @Thadschnack 2 роки тому

      @@MakeFixUpgrade yeah if it cutting it on end it should work fine. Those evolution saw turn at 1450 rpm which I think makes the blade last. If it goes fast it will build heat and dull once it glows. I’ve gotten over a year of use out of a blade and I replaced it cuz I bent it cutting a bad angle.

    • @MakeFixUpgrade
      @MakeFixUpgrade 2 роки тому

      @@Thadschnack hmm that's likely my problem then, the Rigid chop saw I'm using it with spins at 3900rpm. It worked fine on mild steel square stock but the flat bar destroyed it.

  • @tristanaplanalp3638
    @tristanaplanalp3638 2 роки тому

    Please build a 4x4 hardbody next!!!!!!!

  • @boisebiker4713
    @boisebiker4713 2 роки тому +3

    Really want to do one to my 1991 toyota pickup, any sudgestions? bumpers are the next project after the head gasket blew on me and ruined the head. really enjoy the videos and they have inspired a lot of my build

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +2

      I sell bumper plans for that truck!! Www.avrcustoms.com

  • @robertsabatino2300
    @robertsabatino2300 2 роки тому

    This truck needs a 20” Light Bar for the roof.

  • @vettepicking
    @vettepicking 2 роки тому

    If you soak the hot rolled steel in a tub of white vinegar the scale just falls off, but you need to treat the metal after before it rusts up

  • @peterhancox5268
    @peterhancox5268 2 роки тому

    Awesome job, you are a great fabricator. I doubt that a 'Rivnut' joint has the same strenght as a conventional nut and bolt, (size for size) you need to check what the manufacturer of the Rivnuts you are using says??

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому

      I decided to not use rivnuts. Instead I have bolts through the cab with 2”x2” washer plates! Should be stout

  • @ronthompson2366
    @ronthompson2366 2 роки тому

    😎👍

  • @jerryrodgers6785
    @jerryrodgers6785 9 місяців тому

    Long overdue question…but do you sell those front winch bumpers??
    Thx,
    Jerry

  • @nnaeole
    @nnaeole 2 роки тому

    Such a killer modification! How long have you been fabricating for? Anywhere online to get consistent great tips? Looking to do similar bumper mods

  • @nunyaa5
    @nunyaa5 2 роки тому

    will it be too front heavy with all the rigging on the nose? gonna need some sandbags in the bed!

  • @mrm4155
    @mrm4155 2 роки тому

    What's the other plans for the truck? Are you going to raptor line the body like the green Tacoma? I think a sand tan raptor line would be cool or the OD green like before.

  • @iggesota4runner
    @iggesota4runner 2 роки тому

    Nice works as usual! Only one thing .. Once you mount the plow, the pod lights will shine straight in to the plow..
    Som lights higher up on a roof-rack should be nice?

    • @iggesota4runner
      @iggesota4runner 2 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/ASliB6GZwNM/v-deo.html.
      My plow rig 😉

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Yes my headlights shouldn’t be blocked.. if they are I might do a roof lightbar

  • @jrtwowheels6446
    @jrtwowheels6446 2 роки тому

    like the videos u ought to put a bigger motor in it.

  • @seancook4317
    @seancook4317 Рік тому

    i would like to do this if i ever get a mini truck, but i am seeing that the bumper is very hallow, can like a outside glovbox be built into it. it would be cool and also save time if all your PPE's and tools and such were in a nice box right in the bumper, or i could put a space for my chainsaw hehe ( i should go buy a mini first i guess, also i havnt watched the whole thing yet i am one of those apes who pauses the video to comment.) awesome video i really didnt care about mini truck or know they existed really, and now i'm shopping for one, you jerk LOL (i just noticed this video is 1 year old)

  • @frediefarmer
    @frediefarmer 2 роки тому

    👍🏽👍🏽

  • @retributionaura
    @retributionaura 2 роки тому +1

    Will the pod lights be blocked by the plow? When you raise the plow it tends to get in the way in my experience 😉

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому

      Yes but the headlights shouldn’t be blocked!

  • @hipairbrush1053
    @hipairbrush1053 2 роки тому

    Really cool build. Looks great. I'm not expert here and I only ask to learn...it seems like the bumper is mounted to sheet metal of the truck and would just pull off if you tried to hook to the D-rings, or even using the wench would pull the bumper off. Is this mounted to a more solid part of the frame or something I missed? Again not doubting you, just trying to learn.

    • @austinniemela
      @austinniemela  2 роки тому +1

      Yes mounted to the cab in 5 spots with 2"x2" washer plates on the inside and 2 more mounts on the ends. There really isnt much to mount to!