Hey everyone
I am in need for some feedback. I am a senior at the University of Cincinnati, my major is Mechanical Engineering Technology. To graduate, our last year seniors are expected to develop, design and build a project. So here is my idea. My problem is working in the engine bay, my truck is lifted 8" and has 39's on it so getting into the engine bay takes a step ladder and that is a risk to the paint job as I lean in to work. I have developed an idea to take the front bumper and use it as a standing platform across the front of the truck. The basic overview would be: the bumper would pull straight out from the truck about 3-5 inches, then it would flip down forwards the the back side of the bumper would be facing up(the reason for it to pull straight out is for the corners to clear the fenders with flipped down). Other details would include the back of the bumper being filled with plate to make a flat surface to stand on. Also a series of latched to hold it in the upward and down position. There many other litter features that will be included but just wanted to get the idea out to the people that would be using it and see what you think. Please let me know any likes, dislikes, concerns, suggestions, questions, etc.. (Please do not hesitate.)
My views are that this would improve the ability to work in the engine bay on these trucks. Alternative option that I am aware of are: standing on a five gallon bucket, standing on the tire, the front step that some websites offer that attach to the front of a truck but is only big enough to stand on and only in the center, also the rig that hangs of the front tire, going through the wheel well, but this requires the inner fender to be removed, of course there is also just sitting in the engine bay but is a pain to climb in and out for tools.
What I see as my advantages are: Will have the whole width of the bumper to move to each side. High enough to lean well into the engine bay, stays with the truck so no matter where you are the bumper is always with you. So no dragging some unsteady stool out to stand on when work needs to be done.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and will be be valued in the development of this product. Because we are the ones working on our trucks. As soon as design and then building start I will post updates so progress can be seen.
Thank you all so much.
Ways to contact me:
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Email
purdykr@mail.uc.eduCell: (937)515-1320
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