Custom receiver hitch cover plate

C-Mack · Oct 4, 2024

Had some spare time so I fabricated a cover plate for the receiver hitch as I always felt it looked a little unfinished when not in use. Working on a version with a red lambda and will post pictures when I have it finished. Just a fun little project for the Grenny.

Finished version 2.0 with the red lambda… I think it turned out not too bad for a beginner see pictures below:

Bruce B · Oct 4, 2024

Nice!

Kujo · Oct 5, 2024

Very nice! Maybe a new product for “Grenadier Works” to offer.

C-Mack · Oct 5, 2024

Kujo said:
Very nice! Maybe a new product for “Grenadier Works” to offer.

Thanks, I didn’t know such a website existed… if they are open to it I could certainly offer it to them.

C-Mack · Oct 5, 2024

Couple more installed shots of the red lambda version if anyone is interested.

Kujo · Oct 5, 2024

C - Mack: Check GrenadierWorks.com

Bluesurf · Oct 5, 2024

Kujo said:
C - Mack

I would like two in red. One for the front and the rear.

C-Mack · Oct 5, 2024

Bluesurf said:
I would like two in red. One for the front and the rear.

If folks are genuinely interested and with enough willing to commit I could see about getting a larger batch made through a local machine shop. I’d go as far as getting them CNC’d out of billet aluminum and powder coated for a better finish. The ones pictured here were just for fun and I built them by hand so I guess I could call these prototypes of sorts.

Anyway, let’s see if others are interested by posting here and if it looks promising we can get some made for folks as I’d be happy to do it for fellow Grenny owners.

Asnes · Oct 6, 2024

Count me in looks great

parb · Oct 6, 2024

I have this step. Love it.

https://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Step/Carr/CARR183252.html?feed=npn&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwx4O4BhAnEiwA42SbVBm4XvYpqCMw7XWYCMLzJBWrbxNz5MSa5yg3HWo0xjR7p77vr8psZxoCjnwQAvD_BwE

If you could make this step with the logo then I'd be all for it.

Nadir5 · Oct 6, 2024

I’m in for one, @C-Mack

IG_in_AZ · Oct 6, 2024

I like @parb idea of a step.

But, I'd be in for one regardless, step or not.

Lolo · Oct 7, 2024

C-Mack said:
If folks are genuinely interested and with enough willing to commit I could see about getting a larger batch made through a local machine shop. I’d go as far as getting them CNC’d out of billet aluminum and powder coated for a better finish. The ones pictured here were just for fun and I built them by hand so I guess I could call these prototypes of sorts.

Anyway, let’s see if others are interested by posting here and if it looks promising we can get some made for folks as I’d be happy to do it for fellow Grenny owners.

I’m in.

Bluesurf · Oct 7, 2024

Two for me. The design with the red Lambda is spot on for the Grenadier. I built my car with hitches in the front and rear.

ADVAW8S · Oct 7, 2024

I'm in

WanderingSniper · Oct 7, 2024

Looks great and I'd buy it in a heartbeat! One stupid question....what size screws did you use to attach to the tow plate? I can't figure it out.

C-Mack · Oct 7, 2024

WanderingSniper said:
Looks great and I'd buy it in a heartbeat! One stupid question....what size screws did you use to attach to the tow plate? I can't figure it out.

There are six threaded holes on the stock hitch plate. The top four are M12 x 1.75 and I believe the bottom two are M16 x 2.0. I used the middle two for attaching the cover and the bolt length used was 30mm. Note that the threaded holes on the hitch will not allow the bolt to thread all the way through (at least on my vehicle it didn't) so you'll have to be quite specific on the bolt length for whatever you are attaching to the hitch.

BD1 · Oct 7, 2024

I'm in

C-Mack · Oct 7, 2024

Okay, it looks like some interest is slowly building. Give me a bit of time to see what the best production options are and figure out some pricing and I’ll post back what I find out. Much appreciated folks!

ADVAW8S · Oct 7, 2024

C-Mack said:
Okay, it looks like some interest is slowly building. Give me a bit of time to see what the best production options are and figure out some pricing and I’ll post back what I find out. Much appreciated folks!

You might want to hit up @BenTN as he was instrumental in creation and build of the light brackets. He also is heading up the Grenadier works group.

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