Suzuki Sidekick Off-Road Bumper Build

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Suzuki Sidekick Off-Road Bumper Build

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In this video I built an off-road tube bumper for my 4x4 Suzuki Sidekick using the Rogue Fab M600 Bender. I also built a winch mount and installed a Harbor Freight Badlands winch.
This video is part of a series I’m starting on my budget 4WD project.
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@jglew82 3 жыл бұрын

Nice touch with the "Gods Must Be Crazy" clip!

@SWBCrawler 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. This.

@BobKlumpp 3 жыл бұрын

When I was a machinist student my old school professor still made up cutting oil with lard. He had access to plenty and it was a cost savings for the school.

@Hackbridge1963 3 жыл бұрын

Always a pleasure. Thanks! 🙏🏾🇬🇧🇺🇸

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian 🙂👍

@joell439 3 жыл бұрын

always making everything better...... cool 👍👍😎👍👍

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel 🙂👍

@garylightning8740 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, your ideas and skills have no limit , so the work is far out brilliant. Outstanding job , congratulations. Your humility is only exceeded by your intelligence. Truly well done. Respect. Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK. Gratitude. Quality. Respect.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gary! I really appreciate your comment 🙂

@shanesdiy 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect, I have a '91 Geo Tracker I've been planning to build a bumper for it to hold a winch, same winch too! Love all your projects! Thanks for all your hard work for us.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Hopefully this video encourages you to get it built 👍 Send me a photo of your bumper on Instagram when you get it finished!

@Waleed9547 3 жыл бұрын

MIKE FESTIVA and DONN DIY friday whoohoooo 😎👌👌👌👌 excellent

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 👍

@blackbuttecruizr 3 жыл бұрын

@waleed we follow some of the same peeps!

@Waleed9547 3 жыл бұрын

@@blackbuttecruizr awesome channel's 👌👌👌👌👌 I'm watching these all the way from South Africa 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦 Did you know mike festiva has a job and still finds time to make all these cool and awesome projects damn what a awesome and very talented guy 👏👏👏👏 respect to donn diy also 👏👏👏👏

@Waleed9547 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva RESPECT to you MR.FESTIVA 👏👏👏👏👏

@Waleed9547 3 жыл бұрын

@@blackbuttecruizr oh forgot to ask do you watch "Bad Obsession motorsports " "project binky " I highly recommend you take a look at what those guys are doing 👌

@mikemcivor1646 3 жыл бұрын

I used to own a 96 Chevy tracker 2 door 4x4 with a 5speed trans , I drove that thing places u shouldn’t be driving and I would always bring me home, kind of miss that rig

@phill903 3 жыл бұрын

The bumper on your Sidekick looks great !!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! I appreciate it 🙂

@humancattoy7767 3 жыл бұрын

Crazy build. My only advice is to make some skid plates (.25" should work) for the drivetrain.

@joelcastellanos7224 6 ай бұрын

Nice. I like the mini bar light location. Now you have to make some fender liners to help with all the mug getting into the engine bay from the wheel wells. Keep the snow and mud off of the frame rail ends and stuff.

@jackw2478 3 жыл бұрын

Saw the bumper a few weeks back with liam. Looks so sick!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Right on 👍 thanks Jack I definitely appreciate it 🙂

@1979augistine 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh cool totally different kinda video glad to see thanks my man

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy for checking out my videos 👍

@1979augistine 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva always dude refreshing to see someone who has excellent fabrication skill and common sense and thinks outa the box thank you for all your hard work bringing us videos

@knockinoutprojects8743 3 жыл бұрын

So rad! The CNC parts you design and build elevate your projects way beyond Homebrew status... Very inspiring. Keep it up, Mike, and thanks for putting out consistently good videos!

@billnu 2 жыл бұрын

That cutting table setup is sooo awesome.

@jefferyanderson3524 3 жыл бұрын

Instantly makes this truck look cool!

@srtautoworkz 3 жыл бұрын

always thought those would be a great little off road buggy, way cheaper than a side side

@seansysig 3 жыл бұрын

The bumper came out really nice and strong. The plasma table is the ticket for support fixtures.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes the plasma table is awesome in my home shop 👍 I have been having a lot of fun fix this old 4x4 up.

@jakewilson5971 3 жыл бұрын

You never fail to impress!

@_autoverse 3 жыл бұрын

Nice, I look forward to seeing more of this vehicle. I quite like how you’ve minimised material wastage when plotting out parts.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video! I try my best to not waste much when I can, this project I learned a lot and feel more confident in future bumper projects. I definitely will post more videos about my sidekick, it’s going to be a fun little series, hopefully I will have a few off road videos up this spring too. Take care 👍

@lukesizemore1170 3 жыл бұрын

That bumper looks great on your trail rig, can't wait to see what else you do this thing to make it even more trail worthy!

@Bri-tg6xr 3 жыл бұрын

Every time I watch you, I learn something new. Its great that you are here on youtube teaching us.

@BDauto86 3 жыл бұрын

Didnt know you was into suzuki's, we had several over the years. They're a blast to drive on and off road and a very capable little buggy. Now we have a Honda Cr-v, it's been my little side project lately. Good job on the bumper it looks awesome

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

The plates with the round lights look amazing super clean @Mike Festiva

@dougtravins9624 3 жыл бұрын

I get inspired when I watch ppl who know what they are doing!

@timbow50 3 жыл бұрын

Had one. Great real backwoods ride. Had my own design bumpers/ guards with winch. Set up to winch it backwards if needed. Stolen and never seen.

@codylongoria4152 3 жыл бұрын

Wuuuuuut this is AWESOME where did this even come from?!

@DustyakaDD 3 жыл бұрын

Nice bumper, looks good on your sidekick. Had one in the family awhile back, very dependable vehicles and fun to drive. Looks good with the off road tires.

@DingDongDrift 3 жыл бұрын

made that cute sidekick look like a real beef cake with that bumper lol. great job as always mike.

@davesmith8936 3 жыл бұрын

That thing has pretty good articulation! I love the gussets that tied the winch plate to the cross member to the lower cross member. That sucker isn't going anywhere! Fun build.

@libertyauto 3 жыл бұрын

The Gods must be crazy. Right on.

@mattgurney5884 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Zuk! I'd love a rear bumper video and more trail footage! Love what you're doing!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt! 👍 I definitely will post a rear bumper build soon, I also think I will post a trail video or two this spring 🙂

@blackbuttecruizr 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva some good trails in Capital Forest and Tahuya...

@mattgurney5884 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva Looking forward to it Mike!

@bud1412 3 жыл бұрын

Wow Mike, you just keep getting better and never fail to show something new. The only problem I have is it makes me feel like a klutz. Love the plasma table.

@timstewart567 3 жыл бұрын

With every video, I get a little closer to pulling the trigger on a Crossfire... Great work Mike, love the design of that bumper!

@mcarroll598 3 жыл бұрын

How could anyone give a thumbs down?! Great video Mike!!!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video 🙂 I appreciate it! Haha I don’t understand the thumbs down thing 👎 I seem to have about 25 people that don’t like me but seem to be subscribed just to thumbs down my work, when you block someone for saying nasty comments, they can’t comment anymore but it seems as if they still can stay subscribed and rate your videos 🤷🏻‍♂️

@mcarroll598 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva ya some people are unreal. Your videos are so cool, keep doing what you do, many people appreciate you! Take care man!

@DougsMessyGarage 3 жыл бұрын

Sweet little 4x4 Mike. The bumper turned out fantastic.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug 👍

@w96725 3 жыл бұрын

I have had great success with the harbor freight 5000 Lb. badlands winch. I've had mine about three years and pulled many logs with it, even a whole 60 Ft. or so tree which was close to if not more than it's supposed full pulling strength. I would say this winch can pull more than 5000 Lb. if the battery being used is fully charged. I've used this winch a lot for logging. After three years of use mine works as good as the day I bought it. Your bumper looks great. Best wishes with your winch. I am learning much from your site.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍 thanks for your input on the 5000 Lb winch! That’s really great to hear! Thanks

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

The geometry on that custom bumper is very nice looks very good 👍👌 @Mike Festiva

@blackbuttecruizr 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty good flex on that thing @MikeFestiva!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video Tom 👍 It definitely does pretty good for almost a stock vehicle!

@chrishigdon1070 3 жыл бұрын

love the table bet that works nice instead of free hand cutting.

@BlackMetalRC85 3 жыл бұрын

the Bumper looks good 👍

@wingdwolf56 3 жыл бұрын

Here’s a thought for a new project. Build a powder coating oven and spray area. With all the metal fabrication you do, powder coating would be a great finish

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

I have one just haven’t had the time or space to set it up yet

@gregholloway2656 3 жыл бұрын

Bumper turned out great, Mike! Thanks for another video.

@aaronl4036 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome bumper Mike. I have an 08 Suzuki Grand Vitara in Colorado. I put a small lift on it, larger tires, built a custom roof rack, skid plate and put a rooftop tent on it. Runs great and very capable off road. I love my little Zuk.

@jimmypenland7534 3 жыл бұрын

I look forward to Friday videos

@babyduckmilitia2186 3 жыл бұрын

Another great project! Let's see some boatsides on it. I have a 2000 tracker I would love to build someday.

@jonathan5354 3 жыл бұрын

The more lights the better. Just the low beams need an upgrade now.

@deepbludude4697 3 жыл бұрын

Dude so good to see you again haha I just got DSL at my place in the Ozarks. I have my little Dodge Raider up here its basically locked into 4x4 all the time unless I drive into town hardware store 9 miles... clearing trees and making trails.! I love that little zuk!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome I forgot you had a Raider! They are really cool machines 👍 I had a 1989 2 door Mitsubishi Montaro years ago, great solid vehicle, one of my friends has one he offered me that needs some engine work for $300, it’s tempting but I feel like I would have to many projects if I took that on. Good you got some DSL, we got starlink but it’s definitely not reliable yet, it’s still in the beta stages. Take care!

@timearll266 3 жыл бұрын

We had a Suzuki APV minivan in Panama. It went through a lot of break pads and wheel bearings but the drivetrain was pretty reliable. No complaints.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

The Suzuki’s are built a bit in the light side but they are really capable little machines 👍 I has a hard top Samurai about 4 years ago but ended up selling it. Thanks for checking out my new video Tim 🙂

@haydenslides 3 жыл бұрын

Nice Suzuki...and Toyota!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 🙂👍

@jounitakalo9368 3 жыл бұрын

You need to definitely install some offroad wheel arches on that thing, would make it look sick!

@aserta 3 жыл бұрын

In addition to the battery disconnect tip, another good advice for any first time car welder is to always try to clamp on the part you're about to weld to the car. The ECU can pick up stray ground spikes and get cooked if you happen to be unlucky. I've seen it happen (a 2004 Suzuki Vitara) so it's not a car world myth, battery was disconnected.

@designandbuild3953 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the new views of the area you live in, beautiful country. Crazy how you hit on all the things I like to do, love the channel buddy, always motivating!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video 👍 I hope to post a few videos this spring doing a bit more off-roading with some friends, I will definitely get some good views of the Olympic peninsula 👍 Take care. Ps what part of the country do you live in?

@muhammadansharifahmi2979 3 жыл бұрын

Next roll cage

@steffen1182 3 жыл бұрын

11:40 Nice music sync jump cut!

@1godgodgodgodgod 3 жыл бұрын

Make some skid plates too!! I built my bumpers for my cross trek. Swing out tire for the rear. Same winch! Great work!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely plan on some good skid plates! Thanks for checking out my videos 👍

@nwhuckin7761 3 жыл бұрын

Bumper looks great! Nice work. Looking forward to more

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy 🙂 What have you been up to these days? Any fun plans for the spring?

@nwhuckin7761 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva All kinds of trouble! Been doing a bit of wheelin myself. 86 4runner sas. installed dual t cases, arb's and 38 swampers. Tahuya isn't near as cool as the peninsula though

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

@@nwhuckin7761 Awesome! Do you have an Instagram?

@nwhuckin7761 3 жыл бұрын

Just now, lol Nwhuckin

@OliverMotorized 3 жыл бұрын

Love it, I want to do this to my truck now

@keithparady2594 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely kool little rig

@ryanminnick2399 3 жыл бұрын

I almost bought a Suzuki Samurai for my first off road vehicle that bumper turned out killer

@AntonioClaudioMichael 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome project 👌 @Mike Festiva

@deepbludude4697 3 жыл бұрын

Freaking mad fab skills.. and music score!!

@itsa67 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video - Love those old Suzukis. I had a 86 Samurai for years - I so regret selling that thing! Your video made me start looking for another one, maybe a sidekick. Keep the great videos coming, I have turned a lot of friends onto your channel!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out my new video and commenting 👍 I owned a 89 Samurai hardtop a few years before buying the sidekick, I kind of regret selling mine too. I sure like the styling and look of the Samurai’s more but after owning both I have realized the sidekicks definitely ride a lot smoother and have a few more features that make it a bit more comfortable to be in for longer trips. Let me know if you pick another one up sometime. Thanks for recommending my channel! I definitely appreciate it 🙂

@itsa67 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mikefestiva First thing I did with the Samurai was to adapt the doors for easy removal - nice for the weather here in GA. I could definitely see where the Sidekick would be better in your part of the country. My current project is a 93 Suzuki Mini Truck - it's very handy on our property, but I think I liked the Samurai better for fun! Look forward to seeing more of the Sidekick for sure!

@Aaron-qt4bh 3 жыл бұрын

Top notch work as always!

@FlawedOffroad 2 жыл бұрын

Dude Mike this turned out rad!

@Mikefestiva 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊 I think you would really like owning a bender, it opens up all kinds of build possibilities! Thanks for checking out my bumper build video 👍

@Jonny2Fingers 3 жыл бұрын

Bumper turned out amazing! Great work!

@gregorysawyer4472 3 жыл бұрын

another project Mike? You sure do like to keep busy! took me a week to put up a shelf in the kitchen. I was very proud of myself! 😂 Keep up the good work, You inspire me to do more!

@quarlow1215 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome build Mike.

@salesroguefab6034 3 жыл бұрын

Love the video Mike! I like where you put the lights. Clean bumper and excited for the next videos on this project. - Josh in customer service

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh! I really appreciate it! The most recent Rogue Fab video really was good 👍 Definitely a lot of tips in that video! Take care Josh 🙂

@bradloomisii376 3 жыл бұрын

1:16 Love the clip from "Gods must be crazy"!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Classic movie! 🎥 👍

@leekollar3298 3 жыл бұрын

Nice little bud man!

@Ched0077 3 жыл бұрын

Very clean build , good job .

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@051biohaz 3 жыл бұрын

Cool little vehicle, and way cheaper than a side by side..thanks for the upload..:)

@dunemaster3179 3 жыл бұрын

really nice suzuki sidekick

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@1godgodgodgodgod 3 жыл бұрын

5k is perfect for any crossover. Seen a liberty with a 12k and i asked the guy if he was trying to tear the car in half!

@deezmail08 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel and videos has motivated me to follow my passion and start more in depth fabrication. I am ordering the CNC Table you reviewed and am going to start building my own parts for my Tracker! Great channel and a super humble approach. Much appreciated and keep up the great videos on this Sidekick

@Mikefestiva 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for saying that! Good luck on your project 👍

@SWBCrawler 3 жыл бұрын

You picked the perfect size winch. It's hilarious that the zuk is the size of an sxs though! Lol!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Those SxS are getting crazy big now 😂

@fwflyer78 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work Mike. You never dissapoint!

@steveschumacher5470 3 жыл бұрын

you know I always enjoy watching you work , nice build

@mauriciocardenassilva7499 Жыл бұрын

Very good. Enjoy it

@fredmartinez933 2 жыл бұрын

very good job ..nice bumper foe your suzuki sidekick..

@KowboyUSA 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I need one of those tubing benders.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy for checking out my new video! The Rogue Fab bender is definitely an awesome tool to have 👍

@andrewthornbury6058 3 жыл бұрын

Those are fun little rigs look forward to seeing more on it. That is a nice bumper

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew 👍🙂

@robertproteau4113 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your builds. You made a not so cool trail rig into one a little bit cooler. 👍

@usedcarsokinawa 2 жыл бұрын

Nice design.

@Mikefestiva 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan 🙂

@CasperRc81 3 жыл бұрын

It’s not too small have the same one on my rzr and it’s pulled my truck stuck in sand with the trailer attached a couple times. It’s also drug my truck about an inch in park and the ebrake on with the trailer attached. So people can smash em how they want but I’ve seen a few in action ad there worthy. I was also able to buy mine for $200 with the 20% coupon and two mounting plates. I need to start a channel also I make a bit of odds and ends be fun. I really enjoy your craftsmanship.

@tommyers5703 3 жыл бұрын

Cool little rig, looking forward to more videos of it.

@lorenmeyer5290 3 жыл бұрын

Looks very very nice Mike!♡♡

@rcclassiccrawlers4368 3 жыл бұрын

Cool video! I like the variety

@CaptainScarlet1961 3 жыл бұрын

Great build Mike, I'd like to see more of this build & the mads you've done 👍

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thanks for checking out my new video 👍I will definitely be posting more on this Sidekick as it evolves more!

@MC-1173 3 жыл бұрын

Mike, Excellent work. I like how the bumper came out.

@c.mikelongo6628 3 жыл бұрын

Great work.

@jasongrinnell1986 3 жыл бұрын

You are the man!

@mikejenkins1360 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome project. Still need to make my own pull start dirt bike

@massimo6432 3 жыл бұрын

maximum talent!!!

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@unitedstatesofbuild4915 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job Mike, I really like that bumper. We have a little samurai and theyre great little units.

@Mikefestiva 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I really like the styling of the little Samurai, I owned a 87 hardtop in the past, I kind of kick myself for selling it. Thanks for checking out my new video 👍