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!!!
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 😎
The only channel I follow on TH-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. 👍👍
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+.
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. :)
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...
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..
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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.
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:)
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.
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
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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??
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?
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.
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.
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.
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)
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!!!
Thank you!! I appreciate that!
Totally agree!
Cardboard Aided Design. I like that!
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 😎
Do it!!
you can do Mini CAD...Cerealbox Aid Design ...cheaper version..and tasty to collect!! 🤗
Great channel man. No fancy flash titles and straight forward commentary and great fab work 👍
The only channel I follow on TH-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. 👍👍
Nothing this guy cant do ..
Im with you all the way 👍👍👍
The bumper turned out awesome!
Really nice Fab work 👍
Thanks for posting 🙂
Thanks mike!!
I knew id be seeing mike here
@@Deek6923 Haha 😂 Yep Just found Austin’s channel yesterday 👍
You are a metal whisperer. Your ability to shape things from steel is fantastic.
Sure glad you Invested in CAD!! 👌
Making High Tech Products with Technology!! 🤗
Your tuff little tonka snow plough is looking good 👌.
Looks great! True that “ Patient is always the key” to building something you like. Mahalo again for the video🤙🏼
the bumper looks great. your skills are awesome. thank you for the ideas.
I appreciate that!
Loving this little truck! So simple and clean. Thanks for making these videos for us Austin!
Always rise to the occasion top class work again fabrication excellent 👍
I knew the A & N Bumper Company was going to have a hand in this project.
is good to see you in good condition since your accident, be well and stay save
Outstanding design and execution!
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.
Excellent,..as always. Don't be shy on the rear bumper gage,...the Zuzuki will definitely need some extra weight on the back...
so glad you added the additional nudge bar ontop of bumper looks epic now!
Thanks! I love that bar!!
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+.
Thank you man!!!
You sure make what you do look easy. Excellent craftsmanship, enjoyed the vid.
Thanks 👍
Absolutely incredible build!
Its super satisfying I cant wait to see it finished
Great job on that bumper.
Thanks!!
Man that looks sick!!! Great job, I got a 97’ carry and am dying to get a plow hooked up on her
Looks slick! Keep up the good work
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. :)
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...
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..
Loving this mini truck content. Can't wait for the long arm suspension upgrade and the motor swap.
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.
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.
Thanks!!!
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.
This video makes me want to go out there and get a welding machine and a plasma cutter lol
Bumper looks good!
Damn that looks good, you killed it
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!
Always amazing to watch you build bumpers from scratch.. well done man.
Thank you!!
Turned out good!👍🏼
Bumper looks great! Thumbs up! 👍
Thanks 👍
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
Thank you! I appreciate that!
Hey Austin, glad to see you aren’t affected by the flooding! My house is currently flooded so i appreciate the content haha
Dang!! Are you on the west side?
Dude bumper looks really good.
Thanks!!
Hi Austin, you've made it a great nice bumper again. Greetings Rene from the Netherlands
Bad A$$! I’m digging this series. It just keeps getting better. Looking forward to the next video.
Heck yeah!!! Thanks for watching 👍
Awesome vid! Perfect inspiration for my current mini truck project 👍🏽
Awesome job. I love the bull bar on top!
Thanks! I like how that bar turned out as well!!
Nice job that's awesome
Thanks 👍
Good stuff!
Looks great man! Enjoy watching your videos!
Nice work as always mate !
Looking awesome!!
Really nice fab work..
Thank you!
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!
Thanks! I thought about raptor for the whole truck but I don’t know yet
@@austinniemela whatever you do, I'm sure it will look awesome!
@@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.
Well done! Looking bad ass! 🤘🏼🔥
Thanks!!
Great job
Nice job man!!
keep up the good work man.
Def paint the little hook things a bright color, the rest of the bumper dark
That turned out beautiful 👍
Хорошо получилось!
Beautiful
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.
Very nice bumper. Going to look great in raptor
Austin must buy drill bits wholesale 😉
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.
Mad skills yo
Pretty sweet dude
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
I sell bumper plans for that truck!! Www.avrcustoms.com
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.
Heha, hahe… you said jump on the rear! heha 😁👍🏼
Looks good! You still need turn signals.
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:)
Sweet thanks! I have the springs waiting to go on! What rear shocks did you use?
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.
@@rambonie3339 cool deal! I can’t wait to get them on! I’ll need them with the bumper and plow setup!
Love it man! Your Builds are BadA$$
Thank you!
Another awesome bumper man!! How much we talking about on one of your products like this? 🍻
You just made the front of that vehicle approximately 248% stronger!
Well Done
Love your work mate. Looks awesome
Thank you!
I plowed with harbor freight synthetic rope on my sxs for years never had a problem.
Good to know!! Are you using the fair lead they give you with the rope?
@@austinniemela yes I am
Should have opened some branches in Thailand really great skill.
Looks good 👍
Thanks 👍
Always Killin it bro.
Long overdue question…but do you sell those front winch bumpers??
Thx,
Jerry
Such a killer modification! How long have you been fabricating for? Anywhere online to get consistent great tips? Looking to do similar bumper mods
Please build a 4x4 hardbody next!!!!!!!
I need some inspiration for mine
Saludos bro
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
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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??
I decided to not use rivnuts. Instead I have bolts through the cab with 2”x2” washer plates! Should be stout
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?
th-cam.com/video/ASliB6GZwNM/w-d-xo.html.
My plow rig 😉
Yes my headlights shouldn’t be blocked.. if they are I might do a roof lightbar
will it be too front heavy with all the rigging on the nose? gonna need some sandbags in the bed!
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.
I haven’t decided yet!!
Sick brother
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.
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!
Will the pod lights be blocked by the plow? When you raise the plow it tends to get in the way in my experience 😉
Yes but the headlights shouldn’t be blocked!
I expected to see the plasma cutter used for the cutouts. Why the cutoff wheel instead?
I can get a cleaner, more precise cut with the cutoff!
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.
So u cut holes for lights but no holes or mounts for indicators
Do you have any plans to repaint this truck? Or you will just leave it as is?
I may just leave it!
This truck needs a 20” Light Bar for the roof.
Looking good bud, you gunna raptor the cab too?
I havent decided yet!!
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)
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