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This is what I am going to use to make a new drop hitch to go with the new rear bumper

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First piece cut, clamped in the receiver so I can drill the hole for the pin

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Here I am eyeballing the next piece to get it straight before I weld it

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Tack weld

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Close up, I beveled the miter for maximum penetration of the weld. I also preheated it with a propane torch

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After welding the mitered joint, I added a gusset for strength

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A little paint

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Had to make some 3/4" material for the bottom

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Turned out pretty good

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All finished, 17.5" drop


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