RAF-mechanic Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 I am in the middle of a range rover classic project (my first) and have just bought a new bumper for it. The winch bumper is only the winch bracket part with a bar across the top. (see pictures). I was just wondering if this is legal on its own as it is not as wide as the vehicle. If the bumper is illegal and does need to be as wide as the vehicle. Can these extensions be bought or will i have to fabricate them from scratch. Cheers Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clbarclay Posted July 1, 2008 Share Posted July 1, 2008 Correct me if I'm wrong but a little fabrication shouldn't be beyond the capabilities of someone that goes by the name of RAF mechanic. I haven't seen bumper extensions for sale, but that doesn't mean you can't get someone to make you a set. Another option is to mount the origional bumper in front of the winch mount (depends a bit on how far forward the mount sticks out). I just finished doing this to mine the other weekend. The origional bumper brakets were cut and welded on top of the winch tray and the bumper got some pruning and bracing. Not sure about the requirements on bumper width, but for example many kit cars don't have full width bumpers. Having full width is a go ide though for off roading as it help prevent obsticles from just cumpling up the front corners, unless they have some sort of bracing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAF-mechanic Posted July 1, 2008 Author Share Posted July 1, 2008 Cheers for the reply... i dont mind putting my hand to a bit of fabrication... was only after advice... Im considering butchering the original and fabricating ends for the winch bumper. We will see... I like the look at what you have done with yours, but because of the a frame i cant mount this underneath the vehicle like i said... this is my first Rangie project... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bishbosh Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 Firstly, can you resize your signature picture - it will kill people on dial up and takes up loads of screen space!! The tapering bumper ends can be bought - try Dave at Southdown or Devon 4x4. Probaly cheaper to taper a bit of box yourself though. I don't believe there is a requirement for a vehicle to have a bumper, but you will have to be sure there are no exposed sharp edges protruding that were originally covered by the bumper. Form my extensive experience of replacing Range Rover light clusters I would want as much protection as I could get on the corners of the vehicle!! If you decide not to go full width, as I no longer have a RR, I do have a load of light clusters (front and rear) that could be re-homed for a consideration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest noggy Posted July 2, 2008 Share Posted July 2, 2008 i also have loads of light clusters if you need any Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAF-mechanic Posted July 3, 2008 Author Share Posted July 3, 2008 Cheers guys... Signature pic removed sorry I am going to fit the bumper without any extensions for now and see what it looks like... I was just worried when it comes to MOT time wether they will fail it as unsafe... I think ill fabricate some tapered ends when that time comes As for the light clusters, Im ok (FOR NOW) cheers, i could do with a set of spot lights tho If you can help Cheers Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orgasmic Farmer Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I have a pair of Cibie (super?) Oscar driving lights I may be about to remove from my truck. One looks very good, the other has the beginnings of some staining on the outer edge of the reflector. Would be fine on an offroader though :P No idea of what they are worth but will have a quick check on the bay to get some ideas. PM if interested and make me an offer. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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