Front Range 4x4 Upcoming Trail Runs - Add a New Trail Run

Results 1 to 8 of 8

Thread: Custom hitch mounted vice

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Jun 2013
    Member
    #1249
    Last Online
    August 28th, 2022
    Location
    Broomfield, CO
    4x4
    97 Dodge CTD, 85 4R, 89 YJ, 04 Kawasaki Mule
    Posts
    2,956
    User Name
    Brucker
    Real Name
    Aaron Brucker
    Thanks Given
    326
    Thanked 442 Times in 342 Posts

    Default Custom hitch mounted vice



    Disappointed with the off the shelf options, we opted to design and fabricate our own hitch mounted vice setup. This allowed us to design it in a way that it could also be used with our custom heavy duty adjustable height work stands as well. And let us design around materials we had on hand. Some even from the scrap bin.

    We started by cutting and deburring all the needed materials and completed the necessary layouts. All materials are 1/4" thick and normally used in HD hitch applications. No cheap thin walled materials in this build!












  2. #2
    Join Date
    Jun 2013
    Member
    #1249
    Last Online
    August 28th, 2022
    Location
    Broomfield, CO
    4x4
    97 Dodge CTD, 85 4R, 89 YJ, 04 Kawasaki Mule
    Posts
    2,956
    User Name
    Brucker
    Real Name
    Aaron Brucker
    Thanks Given
    326
    Thanked 442 Times in 342 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Then we drilled out all the required holes and chambered them. Then tapped all the holes that needed it.








  3. #3
    Join Date
    Jun 2013
    Member
    #1249
    Last Online
    August 28th, 2022
    Location
    Broomfield, CO
    4x4
    97 Dodge CTD, 85 4R, 89 YJ, 04 Kawasaki Mule
    Posts
    2,956
    User Name
    Brucker
    Real Name
    Aaron Brucker
    Thanks Given
    326
    Thanked 442 Times in 342 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Welded all the different assemblies together.













    Once they cooled enough to handle, there were assembled:







    You will notice the set screw I installed into the corner to kept things from rattling/moving.



    Then drilled a couple more holes in the main bar. The final product features 3 different mounting positions as far of distance it is able to stick out from the hitch. Tight against the truck for easy transport. Far enough out to clear any tailgate. And a position in between that works well off the back of our trailer. It also features an adjustable height in 2" increments. All while being sturdy enough to handle all the abuse we will throw at it. And it also works with our works stands for the times when the truck isn't close!


  4. #4
    Join Date
    Jun 2013
    Member
    #1249
    Last Online
    August 28th, 2022
    Location
    Broomfield, CO
    4x4
    97 Dodge CTD, 85 4R, 89 YJ, 04 Kawasaki Mule
    Posts
    2,956
    User Name
    Brucker
    Real Name
    Aaron Brucker
    Thanks Given
    326
    Thanked 442 Times in 342 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Added the Wilton vice:





    Installed it in the back of our one of our work trucks:







    As advertised, it fits well with our custom HD work stands too:



    Overall, we are extremely pleased with the results. A couple hours labor and some materials salvaged for the scrap bin, turned into money making equipment. Does it get any better?

  5. The Following 2 Members Say Thanks to Brucker For This Post:

    Bob (August 7th, 2019),cnstaco (August 15th, 2019)

  6. #5
    Join Date
    May 2019
    Member
    #2609
    Last Online
    6 Days Ago
    Location
    Littleton, CO
    4x4
    Jeep TJ, Nissan Xterra, Ford E350
    Posts
    255
    User Name
    Trevor?
    Real Name
    Trevor
    Thanks Given
    59
    Thanked 198 Times in 116 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    That's pretty cool. I like how you also made a stand, so the vice can be used on the truck or away from it.

    The bolts in the corner to take up the slop are a nice touch as well.

  7. The Following Member Says Thanks to Trevor? For This Post:

    Brucker (August 15th, 2019)

  8. #6
    Join Date
    Dec 2012
    Member
    #1118
    Last Online
    11 Minutes Ago
    Location
    Aurora
    Age
    68
    4x4
    03 Ranger FX4
    Posts
    6,018
    User Name
    The StRanger
    Real Name
    Sam
    Thanks Given
    125
    Thanked 551 Times in 484 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Nothin better than seein really nice welds....
    ___________
    In a never ending search for the proper mix of dirt & rock !

  9. The Following Member Says Thanks to The StRanger For This Post:

    Brucker (August 15th, 2019)

  10. #7
    Join Date
    Jun 2013
    Member
    #1249
    Last Online
    August 28th, 2022
    Location
    Broomfield, CO
    4x4
    97 Dodge CTD, 85 4R, 89 YJ, 04 Kawasaki Mule
    Posts
    2,956
    User Name
    Brucker
    Real Name
    Aaron Brucker
    Thanks Given
    326
    Thanked 442 Times in 342 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Trevor? previously posted:
    " I like how you also made a stand, so the vice can be used on the truck or away from it."

    Thanks for the kind words. The stands were built about 12 years ago. They have many attachments now. This is just another one in the arsenal. They are some of the most used pieces of equipment in my shop.

  11. #8
    Join Date
    Nov 2017
    Member
    #2074
    Last Online
    January 5th, 2024
    Location
    Broomfield
    4x4
    Tacoma
    Posts
    308
    User Name
    cnstaco
    Real Name
    Chris
    Thanks Given
    350
    Thanked 103 Times in 61 Posts

    Default Re: Custom hitch mounted vice



    Man that’s some clean work. Interested in helping me with an sas on my Tacoma in a couple years?

Similar Threads

  1. Hitch for XJ wanted.
    By carpenle in forum For Sale, Wanted, Trade, Free
    Replies: 6
    Last Post: February 2nd, 2018, 03:24 PM
  2. FS: Dana 60 14 bolt 4 38 swampers mounted
    By Monster jeep in forum For Sale, Wanted, Trade, Free
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: January 16th, 2016, 12:06 AM
  3. I need my tires mounted and balance
    By Goofy in forum Tech Help Wanted
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: October 15th, 2015, 07:42 PM
  4. Body mounted rock slider photos
    By FINOCJ in forum Tech Help Wanted
    Replies: 22
    Last Post: October 7th, 2015, 01:40 PM
  5. Front hitch.
    By AccordRanger in forum General 4x4 Tech Topics
    Replies: 11
    Last Post: January 1st, 2011, 10:04 AM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  
BACK TO TOP