Introducing the Monitor Lizard Front Bumper by Rock Lizard

USAFCOP · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 1:01 am

Guys this is the beta, Not all the features.

As for highlift, I used the reciever today, and it worked pretty good. The holes are for mounting only, not for highlift. As for the skid to join bumper and skid, it would block too much airflow, although even with the heat here, she is running cooler than normal.

Rock Lizard · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 1:11 am

USAFCOP wrote:

Guys this is the beta, Not all the features.

As for highlift, I used the reciever today, and it worked pretty good. The holes are for mounting only, not for highlift. As for the skid to join bumper and skid, it would block too much airflow, although even with the heat here, she is running cooler than normal.

Yo, were was my daily report call...huh? Huh?

I'm still sore from working on those things all week. Taking a much needed weekend off has me pumped up and ready to get back to work. Took the family up Eagle Rock today. Just couldn't wait for you guys to get back.

As Ted said, this is the very first prototype, which I had to completely cut out by hand. I worked about 21 hours straight to get it done and one Ted's jeep by Friday morning. I had to cut it out entirely with an angle grinder, so the cutting, fitting, welding, grinding and painting took a lot of work. This prototype was made of 1/8" plate, so it is pretty light, weighing in at about 60lbs. The holes in the bottom plate are so you can get a socket in there to tighten the front bolts, and also helps with a little air flow. I will probably still add the highlift mounting lift holes.

Ted, give me a call tomorrow when you can.

Here are some pics Ted sent me the other day. Hopefully he will send me some more.

elephantrider · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 1:46 pm

so if im reading it right, this bumper is for the pre 05 model year? if thats the case, what is time frame for 05 and up modifications?

you can use my jeep as a test vehicle :idea:

Mutt · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 2:20 pm

Those are the best pics I've seen from Moab this year! Thanks for sharing.

TheChucklesStart · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 6:00 pm

Do you think that those bumpers would help in putting 33" tires on the liberty?

Aren't there lower arms for the back that you can make longer to push the wheels back so you would have more clearance back there?

JeepJunky33 · **Posted:** Mon Apr 24, 2006 6:46 pm

That is a goooooood lookin bumper. So what are you charging for it? It looks great!!!!!

DoverKJ · **Posted:** Fri Jun 16, 2006 12:43 pm

I have been looking for a new bumper either the ARB or this yours. Dont know if I really want to run a winch due to the weight.

Any word on when your bumper will become available? That is a sweet looking bumper.

gatorator · **Posted:** Fri Jun 16, 2006 8:10 pm

I have to jump in and add a reservation for one that fits an '06. Love the reciever hitch that is built in.

Tokyojoe · **Posted:** Fri Jun 16, 2006 9:20 pm

It is a solid bumper and Ted Tested.

That gives it a seal of approval by me. I saw Ted test it in Moab and the Approach and departure angles are awesome.

MoladoGuy · **Posted:** Sat Jun 17, 2006 12:04 pm

I would be extremely interested in picking one of these up for my 2004 KJ. Thanks for the great work. Question, would I be able to change out the yellow turn signal/marker lenses with clear ones?

Good job and I'm anticipating to see some prices!!

ShadE · **Posted:** Sun Jun 18, 2006 6:53 pm

-->Rock Lizard
Is a bull bar going to be an option on the RL bumper?

elephantrider · **Posted:** Sun Jun 18, 2006 8:01 pm

any update on when that bad boy is gonna be purchase ready?

i have money burning a hole in my pocket that i set aside for this one.

Cowcatcher · **Posted:** Mon Jun 19, 2006 12:30 am

ShadE wrote:

-->Rock Lizard
Is a bull bar going to be an option on the RL bumper?

I would like to know if there will be a bull bar (for me a deer bar) option too. That would steer me toward the RL.

Rock Lizard · **Posted:** Thu Jun 22, 2006 10:09 pm

I'm still working things out on the front bumper. Getting the 05-06 prototype model going is the only thing holding me back right now. I do plan to have a grill guard available for the front bumpers, just haven't gotten that far yet.

Tokyojoe · **Posted:** Sat Jun 24, 2006 11:14 pm

Make it a rule not to hit things. Sooner or later you will weaken the mounts with constant bumper car playing. :lol:

JFortier777 · **Posted:** Sat Jun 24, 2006 11:58 pm

Tokyojoe wrote:

Make it a rule not to hit things. Sooner or later you will weaken the mounts with constant bumper car playing. :lol:

LOL! Of course its never intentional, but its nice to have your booty saved every now and again.

Tokyojoe · **Posted:** Fri Jun 30, 2006 8:16 pm

Isn't this thread about Rock Lizard's Monitor Lizard bumper?

Woo Hoo!!!! I'm all for it. Getting mine when it is ready.

Go Marty!!! You Da man! Thanks for all of your support of KJ's and making a great product where others failed or gave up on our KJ's.

white04kj · **Posted:** Fri Jun 30, 2006 10:25 pm

This thing is slick. I'm ready and waiting to fork over the cash.

MoladoGuy · **Posted:** Sat Jul 01, 2006 7:53 am

My pocket is starting to grow a hole!! I need to use all that money in it to get the Rock Lizard bumper!!!! Let us know how things are going with production. Thanks for making this!

kolesy · **Posted:** Sat Jul 01, 2006 8:00 pm

I am as good as in on one of these! That is the cleanest lookin bumper I have seen on a KJ to date!! Love the hitch mount built right in, doesn't stick out for so better approach angles, and just frickin looks good! if you would add some Hi-lift points and this will be the perfect bumper!! Keep us all posted!

Introducing the Monitor Lizard Front Bumper by Rock Lizard

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