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10-08-06, 12:42 PM
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Official Projekt "Rusty" Buildup thread
Ok so now that I've finally picked a name for my project cruiser I figured my slow buildup thread would be needed. A lot of my mods are missing pics since I don't have a digi-cam and my sister who does is normally busy with schoolwork.
Purchase 10/05:
Already has a 4" Lift and 33x12.5 BFG MudTerrain's
Has PTO and one really ugly carpet kit.
Lots of rust I have yet to discover.
Aluminum Wheels
Pics from about 2-3 week after owning it that shows installed rear seat and lots of crap 
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10-08-06, 12:44 PM
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Summer '06:
Top & Doors off
W*o*R Prototype tube doors
FJ60 P/S
Sold PTO & New Mule EE Front Bumper (aka Ultra Smashing)
Removed rear seat
Need new brake lines?
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10-08-06, 12:49 PM
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Late Summer '06:
Rear sill comes off with some time and my own two hands:
You can see what I have to make sure the floor doesn't cave in untill I fix the rear sill
About 1 week later:
Removed rear doors due to rust and noise
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10-08-06, 12:51 PM
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Having some fun with Enjoii up Farmington Canyon UT
Note the inverted shackle 
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10-08-06, 12:53 PM
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Dreams End (East Layton, UT)
Note the ~350lbs of randomness, Rides much better now
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10-08-06, 12:54 PM
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Today 10/08/06:
My cruiser has been half torn apart for about 1 week now. I am in the process of doing a SOA conversion with FJ55 rear springs. Still waiting on USPS to get my package here from Ruff Stuff.
I will try to get pics of the cruiser with it's rear axle sitting behind it 
To be continued...
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10-08-06, 12:55 PM
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what is your plans for her
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10-08-06, 01:00 PM
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what is your plans for her
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SOA, Orion 4:1, Fix body up a lil, 3ft Shocks F/R, Sag conversion/Spring flip/Shackle Reversal. Lockers F/R.
Will update as necessary. Due to some money issues right now it's gonna be a loooong buildup. 
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10-09-06, 10:43 AM
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Took some pics of how the truck sits yesterday. Took a wire wheel to the axle as prep for the spring perches. Can't wait for those spring hangers from ruffstuff!
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Last edited by projektdotnet; 10-09-06 at 10:52 AM.
Reason: Forgot the pics
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10-09-06, 10:53 AM
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good way to drain the bank account. keep it up
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10-09-06, 10:55 AM
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you are a bezel rebel
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10-09-06, 12:45 PM
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Actually it's fixed I just don't have any pics of that yet  What is amusing is that I kept it upside-down for so long just because it made mud guys nuts 
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10-09-06, 12:50 PM
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I'm flattered. 
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Battle Born Cruisers
1975 FJ40, A couple of thingamajigs and a deally bob, fully integrated whatzits, dash board Hula girl (pending spousal approval.)
1998 pair of Pink Panties, now with a doohicky in the front.
1984 FJ60, Detroits F&R and a gawd awful spring lift.
Rust never sleeps.
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10-09-06, 01:07 PM
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yes ive noticed
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10-09-06, 09:52 PM
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Update: RuffStuff is making sure that the spring hangers will be here before week's end. If you want good parts + Good service call ruffstuff for sure!! this weekend is gonna be good
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10-10-06, 06:49 AM
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I dont mean to sound like an old fart, but gloves goggles and ear protection are a good things when grinding. Looks nice keep up the good work Albee
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10-10-06, 10:39 AM
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Quote:
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I dont mean to sound like an old fart, but gloves goggles and ear protection are a good things when grinding. Looks nice keep up the good work Albee
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Thanks Albee I actually was wearing goggles you can't see them at that angle. Oh and FYI it was a wire wheel  . I'm excited for those springhangers to show up so I can get this DONE
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10-10-06, 03:45 PM
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good thing i dont put up pics of me welding in flip flops and shorts
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10-10-06, 03:54 PM
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good thing i dont put up pics of me welding in flip flops and shorts
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lol
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10-10-06, 08:49 PM
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i thought i was the only one that welded in fip flops, and shorts
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10-10-06, 11:03 PM
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i thought i was the only one that welded in fip flops, and shorts |
Guess not
I should have all my parts before the weekend so we'll be able to get this done and get it out of the way of other cruisers in the shop
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10-11-06, 02:49 AM
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Those wire wheels on the grinders are the way to go, looks like you'll be doing a fair bit of that.
Atleast it runs, what's the engine bay like?
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10-11-06, 10:08 AM
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Next time I have the camera with me I will take pics. The only difference from stock is the P/S, and i've removed the smog pump/air rail
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10-11-06, 10:19 AM
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Quote:
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i thought i was the only one that welded in fip flops, and shorts |
oh come on, who doesnt love a little splatter between the toes
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oh come on, who doesnt love a little splatter between the toes |
NTTAWWT
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10-13-06, 03:21 PM
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Ok so the springhangers are HERE. They've actually been here since Wednesday IIRC but they made it for sure. Thanks again to RuffStuff for their great customer service and quick replies! Going down to the shop Sunday to put this thing back together. Off to go paint the springs. Will try to get a camera over for some shots of the cruiser porn (55 springs, hangers, bolts/metal for shackles, etc)
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10-13-06, 09:52 PM
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Great to see your breathing some life back into the old girl! I must admit I cringe everytime I see your back end, (back end of the cruiser that is!!!).
Keep it up,
Lup 
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10-13-06, 09:57 PM
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Thanks Lup! I hope to get that sorted out sometime over the winter...doubtful. The inner wheelwells are gonna need lotsa patching too 
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10-13-06, 10:35 PM
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any new pics
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Be patient eric Haven't been up to the shop but I'm going up tomorrow Hopefully my sis will come along to take pics again.
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