Tire carrier for Bailie Bilt bumper

70Sport · Apr 11, 2012

Has anyone put a tire carrier on one of Bailie Bilt's bumpers?

I am thinking of getting a set of these but really want the tire carrier/cooler rack option. Wondering if anyone has made up their own rack for it?

I did speak with Gordon and sounds like he has something in the works but not sure when it would be ready.

Thanks

bigmuddy · Apr 11, 2012

Something in the works? Damn, I remember reading that a few year ago? Did Gordon say whether or not the bumper would support the tire rack combo? Gordon builds some great bumpers, so I am not knocking Gordon but I too wanted a rear bumper from Gordon and have been waiting a long time for something to come out. Good luck.

70Sport · Apr 11, 2012

Yeah, thats the issue. I hear it has been in the works for sometime now.

I really like the look of his front bumper and would like a matching set, but don't want to get a rear without a tire carrier.

Maybe I'll mix and match.

Kyle.malone · Apr 11, 2012

IKf you were closer I would sell you my protofab plate bumpers with tire rack as I am not going to run a spare and want Gordon's bumpers on my rig.

J-man · Apr 11, 2012

I love my bailie Bilt bumpers Gordon says his tire rack will be bolt on I'm looking forward to this addition too

broncobsession · Apr 11, 2012

Here are some ideas. Not stock but anyway.

bowhunter · Apr 11, 2012

I added a protofab rear tire carrier and Jerry/cooler to my bailiebilt bumper. I'll post up some pics tomorrow.

matt w · Apr 11, 2012

ProtoFab!;D

,.....Just get the whole enchilada!!!

bowhunter · Apr 12, 2012

Bailiebilt Rear Bumper

Here's my rear bailiebilt bumper that I added a protofab tire carrier and jerry can/cooler rack to.....

phred · Apr 12, 2012

Bowhunter, man thats a pretty machine.
I talked to Gordon a couple of times about the tire carrier and he's made a few prototypes but not happy with them. I'm suer he'll come up with something that will match the quality of his bumpers.

I'm working on one that folds down so I dont have to lift the tire and wheel 5 feet in the air.

Greg_B · Apr 12, 2012

bowhunter said:
Here's my rear bailiebilt bumper that I added a protofab tire carrier and jerry can/cooler rack to.....

Geesh... everytime I see that Bronco I am impressed.

Love how the Yeti cooler matches the top...

Greg

bowhunter · Apr 12, 2012

Thanks fellas.

HoosierDaddy · Jul 7, 2012

Bowhunter ,
That looks like it was a pretty straight forward mod , was it really that simple ?

Sweet Bronco , what color is that anyway ? I'm going with something brighter but I've always liked those deep dark red/maroons.

bsquared · Jul 7, 2012

I put some pics of mine at the bottom of this thread:
http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=187524

I used Mark's latch method detailed on this thread: (video of it is halfway down on page 6)
http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=143886&page=7

Bowhunter, that is one nice setup! I like the adjustability with the Heim joints. My biggest worry was getting the spindle just right and vertical. I also struggled with my bump stop and latch because I didn't "angle out" along the trailing edge of the bumper like Mark did. If I was to do it again, I would angle out more to keep the bump stop away from the tailgate. It was tight but worked out okay. The drawing has a text box that explains where I got most of the materials to make it.

Make sure you have a welder that gets good penetration. My first try on the crappy Harbor Fright 90amp didn't do so good. Dropped the money for a decent Hobart and it did a much better job. Good luck!

bowhunter · Jul 7, 2012

HoosierDaddy said:
Bowhunter ,
That looks like it was a pretty straight forward mod , was it really that simple ?

Sweet Bronco , what color is that anyway ? I'm going with something brighter but I've always liked those deep dark red/maroons.

It was pretty simple! The protofab kit has everything you need. As long as you are relatively handy and can weld....you'll have her licked.

The color is close to the stock toreador red that came on some ford trucks...but, is a custom color. Dark red metal flake or even maroon w flake. I love it.

HoosierDaddy · Jul 7, 2012

bowhunter said:
Dark red metal flake or even maroon w flake. I love it.

LOL! Yeah , me too !

HoosierDaddy · Jul 7, 2012

matt w said:
ProtoFab!;D,.....Just get the whole enchilada!!!

I thought the same thing at first , but I really like the look of the BB bumpers more than the Protofabs.
The differences are minor , BUT , I have a look in mind that I want to achieve ... ;D

Dave71 · Jul 7, 2012

As was mentioned, just get a ProtoFab or a Hanson.

Better looking units IMO (I never did like look of the "license plate" cut out area on the BB, and you DO NOT have to cut the ends of your fame off! When I saw that when a friend brought a rear BB to me to install, all I could think was WTF, really?

I have always hated when I bought parts Broncos that had channel welded to the frame or the ends cut off and could not believe someone would design a product that required a permanent alteration of the frame like that.

I've installed all three brands of these on my rigs and friends. I much prefer the Hanson and ProtoFabs for fit and looks. The Hanson is probably my favorite overall, but they are also the most pricey.

kholding · Jul 7, 2012

Hansen was supposed to come out with a rear tire carrier for their bumper over a year ago. I called them several times and got nowhere. Sent several emails with no reply. Not impressed with their customer service (can you call it that when there was none?). Love the looks of the bumpers but ended up with Protofab. Great company! Highly recommend.

rtj731 · Jul 8, 2012

Dave71 said:
As was mentioned, just get a ProtoFab or a Hanson.

Better looking units IMO (I never did like look of the "license plate" cut out area on the BB, and you DO NOT have to cut the ends of your fame off! When I saw that when a friend brought a rear BB to me to install, all I could think was WTF, really?

I have always hated when I bought parts Broncos that had channel welded to the frame or the ends cut off and could not believe someone would design a product that required a permanent alteration of the frame like that.

I've installed all three brands of these on my rigs and friends. I much prefer the Hanson and ProtoFabs for fit and looks. The Hanson is probably my favorite overall, but they are also the most pricey.

My front and rear BB were/are bolt ons, no frame or any other mods.

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