Tube fenders on a Thing...

[Rev. Scott]

I really want the nerf bars...after I replace the motor I just blew.
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[ThingOw181]

[Metal Twister]

Still around just buried in other projects and my business. Thought I had better just put the thing in the barn until I finished up a bunch of other projects that I have started over the years before starting another. Still around but in the Lurker mode.
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[ente_kaefer]

[ThingOw181]

Going through old pictures I had forgotten about this car:

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/threads/revolt-metal-works-thing.90472/

**on edit, the linked images didn't work**

Even though I have the wheel travel these are a bit much for me. I'd prefer something that generally bolts up where stock does, as I assume most folks would!

[Ark]

I noticed these on the net. Not sure how I feel about the solid axles but the fenders are pretty nice looking

[Metal Twister]

Yeah, I ran across the same vehicle a while back. I started the mounting flanges but got sidetracked when I was given a F350 diesel. Should be back on it in a week or two. I like what he did including the axles. That is all Bronco frame and running gear. I like the use of the fuel filler as a factory looking snorkel mount. Personally I really like what he has done and it makes perfect since for where he lives.

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[ThingOw181]

You know I have seen that car too, I should have remembered it.

I think I would still need the fender to flare up to get enough tire clearance.

[Metal Twister]

Now dont be judging till ya see the finished product! but this is what Im doing...

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[Ark]

[Metal Twister]

This is the only other pic I have.

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[Metal Twister]

Im planning a fairly aggressive rock slider to save the lower edges of the body against large desert rocks. That is the reason for the fenders looking a tad bit on the short on the bottom. I played around with the front edge looking for something that I would like that wasn't just a round bend, We decided to put a little kick in the front edge just for looks. Im thinking about running a smaller tube of some sort down the front inside for strength and a place to mount a turn indicator. This thing is rock solid... Its going to have to take a hell of a hit to move this fender.

And no that front bumper is nothing that I made. It was started by the PO and bolted on as there is no where to store it. It may get whittled down in the future and used for the winch mount... or thrown in the scrap steel pile?

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[Bashr52]

I like where these are going!

[Ark]

I know you're going for a more aggressive look but I've always really liked Surfarii's running boards. They seem like the provide good coverage for use as a rock slider but still blend in well.

[ThingOw181]

[ThingOw181]

Hey MetalTwister, I haven't been on much and it seems like you've been away as well. Any updates on these?

[Metal Twister]

Hey guys the thing went on the back burner very quickly. My Dad passed and i had a bunch of things i had to finalize with his estate. Anyway I just got back from a Five day stay at the desert and it got the juices flowing to get back on the Thing. It is exactly where we left off on this thread. So hopefully i will be starting forward progress on it in the evenings once again. Sorry for the abrubt departure...
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[ThingOw181]

Life happens! Sorry to hear about your loss.

I have my car in paint right now so i’ll be curious to see where you pick up. I’m looking to keep it pretty simple ideally.

Good luck with the project!