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Whose rig?
Does anyone know whose rig this is?
Im getting some ideas... 
Chicago
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06-29-09, 05:21 PM
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Chopped photo of a minitruck
BTW, just go get a buggy and call it good 
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06-30-09, 05:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Mace
Chopped photo of a minitruck
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HUMPF...
I dont want a buggy. Just looking at some ideas to cut weight and length off the rear.
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Toyota family:
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06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
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FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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06-30-09, 05:25 AM
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Chopped photo of a minitruck
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How do you know ? HUMPF
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06-30-09, 07:12 AM
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what he said
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Originally Posted by chicago
HUMPF...
I dont want a buggy. Just looking at some ideas to cut weight and length off the rear.
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You will always be looking at ways to improve...
It is a vicious cycle
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06-30-09, 07:21 AM
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North Florida Cruiserhead
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looks like a fj60 space cab/ ute....
I love it!
Chop Chicago Chop
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06-30-09, 07:23 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
HUMPF...
I dont want a buggy. Just looking at some ideas to cut weight and length off the rear.
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Bob yours or extend the wheel base.
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1987 FJ60 - MoonShine - SROR Front Bumper, H55f, 2-low, SOA, 62+AAL fronts w/ Ironman rears, 36's, FF w/ 4.11's, Round Eyes, KMR's Tailgate Hatch, desmog + headers, Storage / Sleeping system, etc. -- DD w/242k
Waiting to be installed:
York 210 OBA, shocks, lots of little things....
1967 Stevens Mfg. Co M416 - almost RUST FREE!!!
Previous Rig:
1987 FJ60 - Big Red
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06-30-09, 10:03 AM
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Just what you'd expect
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06-30-09, 02:39 PM
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Forum Lifer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mace
You will always be looking at ways to improve...
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You are CORRECT on both counts sir!
However, I find that if I DONT have plans for improvement, OR Im totally chasing my tail (so to speak) Im bored and frustrated.
Anyway, The Vortec will go in before ANY chopping happens. Im really hoping that the gear reduction will open a whole new realm of wheeling for me offering more control and thus making the size and weight less of an issue.
Ive been having struggles with this rig in regards to wether or not it is the RIGHT FIT for what I want to be doing trail wise.
Either that, I just armor the PISS out of it and say F*CK IT...what fold, folds.
Know what I mean
Chicago
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Toyota family:
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06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
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06-30-09, 02:43 PM
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Quote:
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Bob yours or extend the wheel base.
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My only concern with the bob, is the gas tank in the rear. Otherwise, that is a really bitchin option. It kinda looks like a 70.
Extending the WB seems like it will be REALLY costly in my estimation.
Chicago
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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06-30-09, 03:17 PM
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Actually I would prefeer bob it .. than extend the WB .. thought the standard 60 series WB it's pretty nice ..
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if you are achieveing the max boost then it isn't the boost that is going to kill your engine... it is your right foot.
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06-30-09, 06:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
My only concern with the bob, is the gas tank in the rear. Otherwise, that is a really bitchin option. It kinda looks like a 70.
Extending the WB seems like it will be REALLY costly in my estimation.
Chicago
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Fuel Cell......
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06-30-09, 08:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
My only concern with the bob, is the gas tank in the rear. Otherwise, that is a really bitchin option. It kinda looks like a 70.
Extending the WB seems like it will be REALLY costly in my estimation.
Chicago
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Chevy 63" springs, a longer rear DS and a sawsall I thought is all you need.
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1987 FJ60 - MoonShine - SROR Front Bumper, H55f, 2-low, SOA, 62+AAL fronts w/ Ironman rears, 36's, FF w/ 4.11's, Round Eyes, KMR's Tailgate Hatch, desmog + headers, Storage / Sleeping system, etc. -- DD w/242k
Waiting to be installed:
York 210 OBA, shocks, lots of little things....
1967 Stevens Mfg. Co M416 - almost RUST FREE!!!
Previous Rig:
1987 FJ60 - Big Red
ΦΚΤ - Fall 06
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06-30-09, 10:20 PM
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i like it  he probably had a rust problem in the rear 1/4s
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07-01-09, 05:24 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GLTHFJ60
Chevy 63" springs, a longer rear DS and a sawsall I thought is all you need.
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Yeah, I guess your right.
Chicago
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-01-09, 05:30 AM
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I also REEEEAAAAALY LOVE this rig, and since the man had chimed in...
I had been considering this for a long time that if I ever did roll my rig...
This came out SOOOO sweet.
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-01-09, 05:32 AM
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Just donno where to source the soft top.
I suppose Id have to have it made, or make it myself.
Im quite the knitter....
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-01-09, 07:03 AM
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what he said
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I suppose Id have to have it made, or make it myself.
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You know, there is nothing suprising about this comment 
Any boat shop should be able to make you a top like that. They do that sort of thing all the time.
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07-02-09, 06:24 AM
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You know, there is nothing suprising about this comment
Any boat shop should be able to make you a top like that. They do that sort of thing all the time. |
What can I say, Im sensitive like that.
Boat shop...didnt consider that. Good one.
Well see what happens with this. Im a ways out, but...cooking some plans up.
K
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-02-09, 08:56 AM
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I really like that Green/Orange truggy out of Texas somewhere. That is a cool way to chop and extend the wheelbase. I wish I had pictures of it...
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07-02-09, 11:04 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
Boat shop...didnt consider that. Good one.
Well see what happens with this. Im a ways out, but...cooking some plans up.
K
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Actually my soft top was done by a boat tailor .? all stuff used, zippers, brakets, locks and alum rail come from a boat store ..
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Quote:
Originally Posted by crushers
if you are achieveing the max boost then it isn't the boost that is going to kill your engine... it is your right foot.
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07-02-09, 11:09 AM
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Quote:
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I really like that Green/Orange truggy out of Texas somewhere. That is a cool way to chop and extend the wheelbase. I wish I had pictures of it...
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I know what you're talking about......Koyboy or someone?
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1987 FJ60 - MoonShine - SROR Front Bumper, H55f, 2-low, SOA, 62+AAL fronts w/ Ironman rears, 36's, FF w/ 4.11's, Round Eyes, KMR's Tailgate Hatch, desmog + headers, Storage / Sleeping system, etc. -- DD w/242k
Waiting to be installed:
York 210 OBA, shocks, lots of little things....
1967 Stevens Mfg. Co M416 - almost RUST FREE!!!
Previous Rig:
1987 FJ60 - Big Red
ΦΚΤ - Fall 06
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07-02-09, 11:10 AM
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what he said
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I really like that Green/Orange truggy out of Texas somewhere. That is a cool way to chop and extend the wheelbase. I wish I had pictures of it...
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That's Texican's (butch) son Josh's rig..
They are in the Elwood/bonham areas
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07-02-09, 12:31 PM
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WHOSE RIG? - Not mine
Here is mine.
Right now, I am in the middle of a roof replacement including a chop/ section...... (thanks paulwolf350)
Hopefully, I wil have it done by AUG. (rotm)
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07-02-09, 02:15 PM
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That rig looked better orange
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07-02-09, 02:20 PM
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That rig looked better orange |
and with round headlights 
I can't WAIT to see Velveeta's new look completed. You didn't change her name, did you mel?
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1987 FJ60 - MoonShine - SROR Front Bumper, H55f, 2-low, SOA, 62+AAL fronts w/ Ironman rears, 36's, FF w/ 4.11's, Round Eyes, KMR's Tailgate Hatch, desmog + headers, Storage / Sleeping system, etc. -- DD w/242k
Waiting to be installed:
York 210 OBA, shocks, lots of little things....
1967 Stevens Mfg. Co M416 - almost RUST FREE!!!
Previous Rig:
1987 FJ60 - Big Red
ΦΚΤ - Fall 06
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07-02-09, 02:28 PM
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Daddy like.
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07-02-09, 06:26 PM
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Forum Lifer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by mel lowe
WHOSE RIG? - Not mine
Here is mine.
Right now, I am in the middle of a roof replacement including a chop/ section...... (thanks paulwolf350)
Hopefully, I wil have it done by AUG. (rotm)
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LOWTIDE!?!?!?!?!
WTF man?
I frickin LOVE that front bumper and valance removal.
Got any pics of what the rear looks like with the fuel cell back there?
I dig the bob, but Im just not in love with that idea.
That is what I liked about the flat bed option. I could elevate the bed so I wouldnt have to relocate the gas tank. Additionally, anything that I would smash up wouldnt matter anymore.
My wife HAAAAATES the ideas ive been looking at, accept Tapage's rig.
Chicago
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-02-09, 06:29 PM
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Forum Lifer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tapage
Actually my soft top was done by a boat tailor .? all stuff used, zippers, brakets, locks and alum rail come from a boat store ..
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Tapage,
do you get a lot of water leaking in from the soft top?
If not, how did you end up keeping a seal?
I was thinking of a gutter type system that you would pull the top in front of to button down.
Chicago
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Toyota family:
88 FJ62 (Fairly built)
76 FJ40 (Blotch rig part deux)
06 4runner...wifes rig!
06 Tacoma, DD, BONE STOCK and staying that way!
PROUD member of the WEST COAST BLOTCHERS and the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada!
FAWKING CUBS! Showing glimmers of hope !
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07-03-09, 06:09 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by chicago
Tapage,
do you get a lot of water leaking in from the soft top?
If not, how did you end up keeping a seal?
I was thinking of a gutter type system that you would pull the top in front of to button down.
Chicago
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Not really ... get some from the zippers and sewing .. but accually it can be solved or minimize with this product ..
The reall issue at least for us ( down here ) it's the heat transfer .. my AC barelly keep the cabin fresh in a hot day .. ( about 88°F )
here you can see the alum rail that holds the canvas from front ..
It make my canvas be removable .. but sincerely I'm not gonna remove it soon .. and under the alum rail a good 3M silicon to seal it.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by crushers
if you are achieveing the max boost then it isn't the boost that is going to kill your engine... it is your right foot.
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