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08-01-07, 12:16 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
Posts: 521
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Finaly got it rolling (build thread)
Finaly got a rolling chassis built. I am about a week~ish behind where I want to be, but what ever I am having fun and the girlfriend (its her truck) is happy.
Quick specs: 2.5in BDS Galvinized frame mini truck nuckels 27stock birfs Vented rotors, IFS mini calipers 9.5 in wide rims, Big flat Centerline's  Vortex'ed midevil looking bumper. I am starting the steering mockup/build once I get the tub floor welded and set on the frame. thats the tub behind it, standing on the tailgate section The tins and Tub will go to Garnett blasting hopefuly next week, while they are gone Ill swap in motor/trany/tcase. Fmotor/4sp/3spd case 
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 Last edited by Wildman; 02-24-08 at 11:36 AM. |
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08-01-07, 01:14 PM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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That is a BIG step... now get her running!
Sweet job bro, looks like it is going to be nice. Rezarf <>< __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread. |
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08-01-07, 10:42 PM
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Dog is my co-pilot.
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Hi All:
Looking good so far - keep the momentum going on the project! Keep us updated on your progress! Regards, Alan |
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08-02-07, 11:45 AM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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Droped the body back on last night to mock up stearing and stuff. Its going to be a while before those springs settle!
 I am 6ft and the bottom of the window opening is just under my arm!  Need to weld a few things up and it will be ready to go to sandblast.
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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08-02-07, 11:45 AM
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IH8MUD Junior
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Are you planning on going thru a wall instead of climbing it with that bumper? Damn! I like it.
__________________ 1970 FJ40, 4 wheel disc, Orion #375, 4 speed trans, OME 2.5" lift, sbc 350 w/ Edelbrock Pro-Flo EFI  TLCA # 16627 |
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08-02-07, 12:06 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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Trees man, trees. (and people from Jersy) You should see how much dammage is on my other rig from the combonation of both
 Heres the hood my buddy threw on. __________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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08-02-07, 06:00 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Bristol, VT
Posts: 868
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you look sexy.
Nice bling galvi frame. Looks good, you are making crazy progress in your busy season, but not during the off time? |
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08-02-07, 06:21 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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LOL when you have 'makins working you can afford to take some time off... and still make money
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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08-13-07, 05:57 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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Quick update. All the little stuff is killing me. little more welding here and there... I keep finding stuff to fix. Got the seats all in, along with the tuffy, also got the tail lights in there too.
Thanks for those Leaping Dear!
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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01-25-08, 09:08 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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After a long time pushed into the corner, I am have pulled the 40 out and am working on this again. The boss has asked to drive the 40 instead of getting a limmo after our wedding.
Newish 33X12.5 Procomp MT's are mounted up, but I still have a couple bead leaks. Cab mounts are tacked up, just need to be finish welded Mini truck powerstearing box is installed and colum is hooked up. All done except for paint. Hood, bib, windshield frame, and fender skirts are Garnett blasted, welded where needed and ready for primer. Still need to get the $$ together to have the body, remainder of the pannels, and soft top parts garnett blasted. Put a big order into CCOT for wheelspacers, and a bunch of other random things that ill need to put this together after paint. A BIG thanks goes out to 82crusier for the stearing stuff that I need to mock up the stearing system.  on to the pics I know you guys love so much! 
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 Last edited by Wildman; 01-25-08 at 09:14 PM. |
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02-23-08, 05:05 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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Heres a couple new ones...
Been in the cleaning parts and painting stage. Waiting for a bunch of parts to come in and need to go pickup a bunch too. Flywheel, throwout bearing,etc the last couple things before I can slam it all together and drop it in there! The 4speed/3speed case setup is done, just wanted to get the case water tight before I wash it down one last time, most of the junk on there is soapy crud. Head swap will happen after the powertrain is in the truck, much more torque accurate that way. But while it was clean I figured it needed some paint! Working on a deal with the Vortex bedliner dude to get the tub sprayed inside, bottom, underhood and engine compartment. Finaly got the cash to have the tub media blasted and a buddy has offered to help spray the paint. Till then... Watchin paint dry is like watching grass grow without the paycheck at the end... 
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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02-23-08, 05:18 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Eastham, Cape Cod
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One more shot of the engine.
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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02-23-08, 05:20 PM
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IH8MUD Junior
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Maryland
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Looks pretty good man!!!
__________________ 71 FJ40 DD/weekend masher 406 SBC/700R4/D300/4.88s SOA w/37's. Proud supporter of our Troops and Vendors. |
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02-24-08, 07:55 AM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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Oh no! A BIG GAY F Build!
 Looking good! Love the frame. I know my project is going a lot like yours, work like a dog for several weeks, get burnt out, and let it set. Repeat until done! Keep at it! __________________ !Oy my 1971 FJ40 Not Road Legal http://tinyurl.com/47zpb (My Web Site) http://tinyurl.com/2h6hc7 (Nut and Bolt Spreadsheet) |
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02-24-08, 08:04 AM
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Black is such a boring color, besides I had some extra GREEN after I painted my plow. So I figured what the hell, everybody calls these trucks 'fast tractors' anyhow, why not paint it a tractor color I realy need to get it moving with most of the pieces attached within the next couple months. I am moving my shop and having it all almost together would save me a bunch of hassle. __________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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02-24-08, 08:19 AM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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I made the mistake last month of adding up all my receipts for the last 8 years. Don't ever do that, it's the most depressing thing... Not having kids is the only thing allowing me to own and build a Cruiser.
I'm in the same boat with time. We are starting construction on a new log home next year, and the truck has to be at least towable by April 2009. My goal is to have the drive train installed and running in 2 months, then the frame can go outside under a tarp while I finish the body. Might just do a sleeper Cruiser, prudy engine and drive train and a rattle can camo body?
__________________ !Oy my 1971 FJ40 Not Road Legal http://tinyurl.com/47zpb (My Web Site) http://tinyurl.com/2h6hc7 (Nut and Bolt Spreadsheet) |
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02-25-08, 06:54 AM
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IH8MUD Addict
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Location: Bristol, VT
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Looking good pat!
 I cannot fathom the about of grief I will get when yours drives before mine...... |
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02-25-08, 08:14 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
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Its getting closer.... threw the rest of the head/pushrods on this AM! Stripped the wireing harness out of the doaner yesterday, after I am done with the hulk it will be on its way north to VT full o spare parts! Today its back to clean, prime, paint, bolt... repete... Coolerman, your post is totaly Sig worthy... thanks the girlfriend will love it
__________________ My life is like trying to swallow a pine cone its tough when you live fast just to die slow. ~Shinoda Build thread: updated 2/23 http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=169539 |
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02-25-08, 08:50 AM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Lexington,Ky
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man nice build im in the process of getting it all down to frame....gotta pull he leafs and axles and it will be off to media blasting.......Looks good props
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02-25-08, 08:56 AM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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__________________ !Oy my 1971 FJ40 Not Road Legal http://tinyurl.com/47zpb (My Web Site) http://tinyurl.com/2h6hc7 (Nut and Bolt Spreadsheet) |
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02-25-08, 10:36 AM
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IH8MUD Lifer
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: in the garage after dark in UT
Posts: 5,101
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boing,
that frame looks very nice __________________  cc------------- 76' fj40 camcrusier13 build threads the following are links, just click, go on try it Traction Bar Sliders Ram Assist Bumper Poison Spider Style Shackle Reversal Half Doors if your doing it im sure ive done it, need help just ask....... |
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