Suzuki Sidekick Sport custom bumper project

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  • čas přidán 10. 01. 2016
  • I built this bumper for my 1996 Suzuki Sidekick Sport. The sport submodel was only produced from 1996-1998. It was designed to fit a v6 engine that never made it through the US's safety and emissions programs. As part of that design, the frame rails were spaced further apart than a normal Sidekick. So, even though the sport looks similar to other sidekicks and trackers, certain aftermarket accessories (including bumpers) don't fit. The factory bumper was in rough shape, so I decided to pull it off and make my own.
    I ended up with a custom plate bumper that looks good, and adds all sorts of functionality to the sidekick. It is equipped with a Warn M8000 winch, Viair 400c air compressor with approximately 2 gallons of air storage, and twin LED light bars for added light.
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Komentáře • 131

  • @larsb3497
    @larsb3497 Před 6 lety +1

    Best plate bumper I’ve seen yet...!!! Looks great and functional... and the best part, you did it yourself !! This is the first of your videos I’ve watched and now I’m subscribing... I’m going to build one for my 2001 4runner, thanks for posting, this is inspiring.

  • @BrokenRRT
    @BrokenRRT Před 7 lety +2

    Thanks for sharing this project! You've helped inspired me to make my own bumper for my 91 Trooper!

  • @harrisdoesthings
    @harrisdoesthings Před 6 lety +1

    I don't even own this vehicle, but I'm watching it for your DIY/fabrication skills! Nice work!!

  • @onebadsavage26
    @onebadsavage26 Před 7 lety +2

    Very nice bumper. I just bought an 03 Tracker as a toad for my motor home. No real plans for upgrades other than wheels and tires this fall, but I do enjoy seeing what other people do.

  • @largoranch1995
    @largoranch1995 Před 6 lety +1

    Love it. You did a super job and I like how you made innovative built ins to the bumper.

  • @Parlusk
    @Parlusk Před 8 lety +7

    that is a super nice and functional bumper!!!!!! excellent job

  • @xkumak
    @xkumak Před 8 lety +1

    amazing bumper, amazing integration, amazing video!!! just over all.. good job, man.

  • @adamdelarozza1985
    @adamdelarozza1985 Před 5 lety +1

    I built one of those in my dreams. Nice job! Would look great on my 04' Chevy Tracker!

  • @shawnmrfixitlee6478
    @shawnmrfixitlee6478 Před 8 lety +2

    What a sweet build man , Thumbs up !!

  • @davidhobbins3636
    @davidhobbins3636 Před 6 lety +1

    Very cool design and functionality!

  • @stovetopburner4196
    @stovetopburner4196 Před 7 lety +1

    That's an awesome idea to use the bumper as an air tank !!!

  • @Jaydeezzee1
    @Jaydeezzee1 Před 7 lety +3

    wow. amazing front bumper hopefully make one for my 92 rodeo sooner or later.

  • @ViewLee
    @ViewLee Před 2 lety

    Nice work, I seriously dig this. When I find the right tracker/sidekick I'm definitely fabricating the bumpers

  • @TheRealLifeoutdoors
    @TheRealLifeoutdoors Před 6 lety +1

    that's amazing work , great job

  • @johnathanreigard512
    @johnathanreigard512 Před 6 lety +1

    Sick build! 👍

  • @PedroCojulun
    @PedroCojulun Před 7 lety +5

    Very nice Job!!!! Congratulations

  • @brayden8091
    @brayden8091 Před 7 lety +2

    really well done mate

  • @wyattbrule12688
    @wyattbrule12688 Před 7 lety +3

    you're a smart guy. thanks for the video

  • @--Zook--
    @--Zook-- Před 8 lety +1

    I'd expect noting less. Awesome job!

  • @freeslave8824
    @freeslave8824 Před 6 lety +1

    Wow. Most impressive!

  • @davidgallegos2261
    @davidgallegos2261 Před 6 lety +1

    That is beautiful fabrication.

  • @harrypotty5643
    @harrypotty5643 Před 8 lety +4

    Amazing bumper looks great awesome features.Love suzuki vits there just awesome i have a 2004 just love it lots km on it but going strong. cheap to run simple to fix.

  • @homeguy4
    @homeguy4 Před 8 lety +2

    Nice job on the bumper.

  • @kirubelabiy713
    @kirubelabiy713 Před 3 lety

    Wish there were some talented and educated people like u in my country..........

  • @ju2067
    @ju2067 Před 6 lety +1

    Nice work. Looks great.

  • @jeffcarroll4219
    @jeffcarroll4219 Před 6 lety +1

    Very nice work!

  • @joshhagen4182
    @joshhagen4182 Před 7 lety +1

    great build thank you!!

  • @EternalImageTatt
    @EternalImageTatt Před 7 lety +1

    Sweet build

  • @yomixup
    @yomixup Před 8 lety +1

    freaking awesome! !!

  • @jamesellis5549
    @jamesellis5549 Před 5 lety +1

    superb fabrication work.

  • @Ghanem99999
    @Ghanem99999 Před 6 lety +1

    Very neat work

  • @estebanparrasonez
    @estebanparrasonez Před 8 lety +1

    amazing , even without the functionality , only winche
    I need one for mine :)

  • @REKT_Industries
    @REKT_Industries Před 8 lety +1

    using the mag light holder is a great idea !

  • @1993Revhead
    @1993Revhead Před 7 lety +7

    That bull bar is better quality then ARB.

  • @deanwicks3273
    @deanwicks3273 Před 6 lety +1

    Awesome job

  • @WaniMedia
    @WaniMedia Před 6 lety +1

    Badass! time and love making that i see

  • @Z-Bart
    @Z-Bart Před 4 lety

    That is a one of a kind thing of beauty. 👍

  • @TiretSurvie
    @TiretSurvie Před 7 lety +2

    Very nice........this give me some ideas !!!!

  • @brianrozgodfrey2830
    @brianrozgodfrey2830 Před 7 lety +2

    Nice job

  • @AndysAutoCarePlus
    @AndysAutoCarePlus Před 5 lety +2

    Love it man nice work. I have the same rig and also in Oregon lol.

  • @andrewhall1563
    @andrewhall1563 Před 8 lety +1

    Good job!

  • @od11bj
    @od11bj Před 8 lety +1

    I would seriously pay for one that nice.

  • @angelonicassio7131
    @angelonicassio7131 Před 3 lety

    Wow! Genius.

  • @shonuffisthemaster
    @shonuffisthemaster Před 6 lety +1

    nice setup! id have the lights a bit more recessed or protected, but still great design

  • @axelfuentes6910
    @axelfuentes6910 Před 6 lety +2

    I need the measurements of that Bull bar, could you tell me? Thank you.

  • @1ton4god
    @1ton4god Před 8 lety +1

    nice build.

  • @yrock777
    @yrock777 Před 6 lety +1

    nice work

  • @moosedrummer1
    @moosedrummer1 Před 5 lety +1

    Nice bumper.

  • @michaeldose2041
    @michaeldose2041 Před 2 lety

    I'd be worried someone would steal my Suzuki badge, not. LOL Seriously nice build.

  • @gerryrat
    @gerryrat Před 6 lety +1

    top job!

  • @ByEyeToolandDie
    @ByEyeToolandDie Před 8 lety +1

    really great

  • @axiom.ai.obviousbattletank7139

    This is Awesome! You should be an engineer for SpaceX!

  • @embwin758
    @embwin758 Před 7 lety +1

    Thinking of building something similar for my Colorado. Was it real hard to wire in and mount the air compressor? Thats my biggest concern.

  • @grzegorzsmiech8271
    @grzegorzsmiech8271 Před 5 lety +2

    excellent job !!!. Great. I suppose you haven't got any drawings ?

  • @doughnutguy82
    @doughnutguy82 Před 8 lety +1

    What lower control arms are you running?

  • @KeithWE27
    @KeithWE27 Před 7 lety +14

    beautiful bumper.......are you worried at all about water sitting in those air tanks? I didn't see a drain

  • @d.collier_8280
    @d.collier_8280 Před rokem

    How did you wire that light switch up to work with and without your high beams? I’m very interested in doing this as well

  • @robowens2628
    @robowens2628 Před 8 lety +1

    Really well thought out. I am curious about the long term durability of the air reservoirs with vibration, pulling forces, and compressor condensation, but still, really nice!

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 8 lety +2

      I have built a few bumpers with air reservoirs before. I've never run into problems with leakage or corrosion...but have never cut them apart to check either.

  • @kylemason428
    @kylemason428 Před 4 lety

    Did you use a DPDT switch to make your lights work with two power sources as well as light the LED properly? I have mine wired this way but had to unhook the LED because it stayed lit all the time.

  • @peckiledorf
    @peckiledorf Před 8 lety +1

    nice!

  • @bobhope5259
    @bobhope5259 Před 6 lety +1

    wery NICE.

  • @TwistedMetalsOfTexas
    @TwistedMetalsOfTexas Před 5 lety

    Fixing to start a bumper for my 2000 tracker glad you made this video it will help alot. what was the approximate weight of the bumper minus the wench? if you dont mind me askin. anyhow good looking bumper and nicely done. Have a great day.

  • @summitsvift
    @summitsvift Před 4 lety

    what is your tire size 31 ? lift and body lift ? it really looks good

  • @pemulungelit9050
    @pemulungelit9050 Před 4 lety

    Do you have any template?? I want to make it one to my vita94...

  • @Gentoulee
    @Gentoulee Před 8 lety +5

    thanks and no worries. Btw...you did an awesome job on that bumper that suzi is one lucky one to be yours. Any ideas for the rear?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 8 lety +2

      thanks! I'm kicking around some ideas for the rear...will be sure to do a video when I build it.

    • @naushrhyman6325
      @naushrhyman6325 Před 4 lety

      @@MattVerley HI MATE I LIKE YOUR BUILT. CAN YOU BUILD AND SELL TO US ?

  • @ngominhnghia4923
    @ngominhnghia4923 Před 4 lety

    great!!!

  • @theotherguy3083
    @theotherguy3083 Před 7 lety +2

    nice!!! Beautifully done!!!! What gauge metal did you use? Thinking about building one!!!

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 7 lety +1

      The Other Guy most of the bumper body is 3/16 flat plate, the winch Mount and mounting brackets are 1/4"

    • @theotherguy3083
      @theotherguy3083 Před 7 lety +1

      sewerzuk any particular type of metal?

  • @carykane5219
    @carykane5219 Před 7 lety +4

    have you done a rear /swing spare tire gate

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 7 lety +1

      Cary Kane not for my Sidekick, but I'm mulling that exact project around

  • @myunsindaughter
    @myunsindaughter Před 4 lety

    Hi, Are you using after market independent front suspension? What brand is that? Is that as strong as solid suspension? Thank you, Regards from Indonesia.

  • @brianschultz5696
    @brianschultz5696 Před rokem

    Matt, do you have plans for this bumper you can share?

  • @wayneshannon7741
    @wayneshannon7741 Před 4 lety

    @4:16 Wow😲 the tow hook switched places....

  • @b.valdepena1980
    @b.valdepena1980 Před 6 lety +2

    Hello my friend absolutely great bumper I would be interested in purchasing one... how do I contact you for further information I have a 91 Suzuki Sidekick JX

  • @ManuelMartinez-ws8mj
    @ManuelMartinez-ws8mj Před 5 lety +1

    That is definitely amazing job. Where did you get those switches? I want something like that for my geo tracker.

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 5 lety +1

      You can buy them here: www.otrattw.net/home.php

  • @ciocancatalin1043
    @ciocancatalin1043 Před 3 lety

    Nice work!
    Can you give us the design plan with dimensions? Please!

  • @brucewmclaughlin9072
    @brucewmclaughlin9072 Před 4 lety

    Are there only 4 bolts holding the bumper to the frame?
    Like the looks and it is just a matter of time before I do something similar as the front and back bumpers just do not look 4x4ish.

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 4 lety

      6 bolts; 4 on the side brackets and one on the top of each frame rail. I’ve done several full power pulls with the M8000 and there is zero movement. It’s plenty strong.

    • @brucewmclaughlin9072
      @brucewmclaughlin9072 Před 4 lety

      @@MattVerley Thank you , I have not ventured as far as removing the front bumper to see what lies beneath.

  • @jacobward4524
    @jacobward4524 Před 8 lety +2

    what size tires do you run on your sidekick ?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 8 lety +3

      They're metric; but measure out about 32x11.5

    • @jacobward4524
      @jacobward4524 Před 7 lety +1

      what kind of lift do you have on it?

  • @renren2159
    @renren2159 Před 3 lety

    WHAT WHEELS & size are they?!?!

  • @hgone7221
    @hgone7221 Před 4 lety

    Would like to see one of these kits for a Mitsubishi Mightymax.

  • @johnleonard6862
    @johnleonard6862 Před 7 lety +2

    HOW MUCH FOR YOU TO BUILD ONE FOR MY 2000 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 7 lety +2

      John Leonard sorry...I don't build bumpers to sell. too much time into them for me to make any money.

  • @dirtidime
    @dirtidime Před 6 lety +1

    Hi there, can you please send me the measurements

  • @ingmaximoteodoroortiz4013

    Muy bueno. l like

  • @lalallandson5380
    @lalallandson5380 Před 5 lety +1

    that shit is dope.... do you build for sale or just for fun?

  • @maskystudio9193
    @maskystudio9193 Před 2 lety

    Hi man,can u share drawing to build diy bumper.look amazing

  • @rubberducky41
    @rubberducky41 Před 8 lety +1

    great job...wow. and a great video as well....not often do you get both. cheers

  • @xXZ31t6esTXx
    @xXZ31t6esTXx Před 6 lety +1

    I have one sidekick (model 95) but right now, I can't do anything with him cuz I'm broke *insert sad face.

  • @user-yr9dr6oe8k
    @user-yr9dr6oe8k Před 3 lety

    👍👍👍

  • @dillwiggle2
    @dillwiggle2 Před 6 lety

    What thickness metal was used for the bumper ?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 6 lety

      3/16" for most of the bumper, 1/4" for the winch mount plate

    • @dillwiggle2
      @dillwiggle2 Před 6 lety +1

      Guess u did mention it right at the very beginning just caught that.
      Thats fairly thick stuff then hey. I would have thought maybe 1/16 thick, that must be heavy and bullet proof then lol. I guess if your doing some winching with it must need it fairly sturdy then.

    • @emidiolopesmpini5836
      @emidiolopesmpini5836 Před rokem

      @@MattVerley bom dia irmão como está nos estamos bem graças adeus

  • @sandysmith2075
    @sandysmith2075 Před 6 lety +1

    Великолепная работа! Вот только в россии с таким оборудованием запрещают ездить по дорогам =(

  • @gibsonirungu4551
    @gibsonirungu4551 Před 6 lety +1

    I have this car. Suzuki escudo...smoking a
    lot..my mechanic tells me i have to replace the rings.

  • @doughnutguy82
    @doughnutguy82 Před 8 lety +2

    sewerzuk, are you on suzuki samurai owners 2.0 on FB?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 8 lety +2

      nope

    • @doughnutguy82
      @doughnutguy82 Před 8 lety +2

      itsa good page with a ton of fun and helpful folks, if your interested. most are always willing to lend a hand/info, and love seeing/sharing rigs and projects

  • @franciscoferreyra6638
    @franciscoferreyra6638 Před 2 lety

    Hi matt, are you interest in sell my cad plans for this ? Let me know. Thanks

  • @vitaliymut3912
    @vitaliymut3912 Před 6 lety +1

    Лайк! Один из самых удачных бамперов! mm? Себе такой сделаю!

  • @eddiebv1983
    @eddiebv1983 Před 5 lety

    I need to find someone to build me a similar bumper!

  • @Gentoulee
    @Gentoulee Před 8 lety +2

    how much if u build me one?

    • @MattVerley
      @MattVerley  Před 8 lety +2

      I really couldn't build one for somebody else for any kind of reasonable price. I have a huge number of hours into this one.

  • @crenshawadam19
    @crenshawadam19 Před 4 lety +1

    Can you build me one

  • @TryAgainstEveryThink
    @TryAgainstEveryThink Před 4 lety

    Have 2000 suzuki vitara jlx car and want to make iron bumper

  • @emidiolopesmpini5836
    @emidiolopesmpini5836 Před rokem

    Bom dia irmão como está. Eu gostei desse trabalho de parachoque metal esto a pidir ajuda como fambricar um parachoque metal

  • @drudrubl5318
    @drudrubl5318 Před 6 lety +1

    I have a tracker for sale .. 2wd

  • @superminecraft9866
    @superminecraft9866 Před 7 lety +2

    уау

  • @user-ej6oq8wt3w
    @user-ej6oq8wt3w Před 3 lety

    ความยาว/สั้นยาว ตัดต่อเได้ปะ