[carleton]

Bump to this thread! Also put me down as interested in an aftermarket light bar. The Aluminess looks hot, and I might pony up the dough for it, but it bugs me that they are the only option.....

It's interesting to see how little aftermarket options for cool stuff there are available for the Transit, compared to the Econolines (or even the Sprinters). Hopefully we'll get there someday....

 

[utflyer]

Interested too.. got the same general response when I inquired ... any news?

 

[NetDoc]

Yeah, I was about to go searching for this thread to see what was up?

 

[redbull]

I'm all in. But I prefer this example better. But any interpretation would be awesome.

I am in for something that reaches the frame as well. About to just have an off-road team fab something but would prefer to just buy something engineered already.

The Aluminess doesn't seem like the right solution nor does it work with the lines and form at all. Looks too bolted on from another vehicle. Plus these aren't even close to seriously being off-roaded so that bumper takes the look too far in that direction.

Having something more integrated and more useful that acts as a bushwhacker, step, and platform to further add lights, winch, rocket launcher, etc. seems more practical.

 

[rondo]

The Aluminess doesn't seem like the right solution nor does it work with the lines and form at all. Looks too bolted on from another vehicle. Plus these aren't even close to seriously being off-roaded so that bumper takes the look too far in that direction.

Having something more integrated and more useful that acts as a bushwhacker, step, and platform to further add lights, winch, rocket launcher, etc. seems more practical.

This right here. I wish Aluminess would take this advice to heart and produce an alternative.

 

[NetDoc]

I like the look. I'm often going down dirt roads and through brushy crap to get to dive spots. I think it's perfect.

 

[Benny503]

Count me in for 1

 

[blackrockseco]

Does anyone have any leads about getting something like this today?

 

[ranxerox]

Does anyone have any leads about getting something like this today?

there are at least 2 or 3 companies making these tube bumpers for the transit, i like this one because it bolts on to both the top and bottom, others i have looked at only bolt to the bottom, check the install instructions in the link:

http://www.luvernetruck.com/part/205530-205920

 

[curator]

Could this (as pictured) be utilized for mounting LED or candles for enhanced lumination or for wench mounting for pulling stuff or too keep road travel impediments from bashing too-fragile plastics and sheet metal? My cosmetics seem to always be in need of tending to and this seems to be a good looker, kind of beefy like I used to be and darn well if it ain't fabricated in USA. Makes me want to buy one and then get on bended knee after it arrives and is installed and whistle the pledge of allegiance--that we can still make things that folks are willing to purchase...have already spoken for the first two grandchildren, but if anyone wants to buy me one of these "brushbars" feel free to contact me as the third granchild thats a comming I'd give for one. Now that eatin roadkill has become legal again in my current state of Worshington, I'd be in for a little activity with this brushbar to secure some quadruped protein on-the-hoof. Maybe technically out-of-season for huntin/shootin all the darn deer round here but it's always in season to run 'em down and utilize the whole critter-after giving thanks for the sacrifice the deer creature has made. I wonder if I could take an elk this year?

 

[hammerhome]

I see all the interest. Been working on my van finishing the inside. I am interested in getting these made, and will follow up when I get to it. I haven't seen anything out there yet that does what most of us want. Between work and family eventually there will be time

HH

 

[ewxlt]

interested!!!

 

[Anchorless]

Interested, depending on cost and shipping!

 

[mtbwagn]

BUMP! Interested in a front hitch, or bumper + front hitch.
My van: https://www.instagram.com/p/BfwwotwjoHy/

 

[David]

Definitely interested!
It really needs to mount very securely to the frame rails, so that the front hitch can be used to mount a portable winch.
(Note that, unlike a previous poster, I am not so rude as to suggest mounting a wench on my front bumper!)

 

[jkidd_39]

Subbed and interested.


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[Lincoln Lightning]

I'm interested. Im sure shipping will be expensive to Vermont and hoping it looks similar to that Mercedes one.
Steven

 

[VanCompass.com]

We will have a prototype unit in 3-4 weeks. Winch mount with hitch, tied into the frame rails well. Will work with our tow hooks and skid plate that will connect into it.

 

[keweenawbee]

We will have a prototype unit in 3-4 weeks. Winch mount with hitch, tied into the frame rails well. Will work with our tow hooks and skid plate that will connect into it.

I see those tow hooks attached to your winch mount superstructure, would we still have to cut holes in the bumper cover for those or do they straddle the winch inside the factory opening? Anxious to see the final product, it looks like it may clear the above mentioned light bar.

 

[VanCompass.com]

I see those tow hooks attached to your winch mount superstructure, would we still have to cut holes in the bumper cover for those or do they straddle the winch inside the factory opening? Anxious to see the final product, it looks like it may clear the above mentioned light bar.

The tow hooks land in the same spot. You will be required to cut out the plastic bumper cover for the tow hooks and for the winch mount.