Well, the Avocado got squished... - Page 2

DanKunz · 05-30-08, 12:10 AM

It isn't totaled because there is no claim against it...liability only. I am getting FEMA money

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As for plans...cutting the top, yes. Cage? yes. I am also working on a design for a custom marine canvas top with roll up/zipper windows. I am waiting to see what I can get for $ and a WVO diesel may be in the wings.

The coating did not crack or peel in any of the crush areas...that stuff is too cool.

reffug · 05-30-08, 03:38 AM

I too have traveled that painful road..............

Ruadhrigh · 05-30-08, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by reffug

I too have traveled that painful road..............

your Avocado got squished

Dan,

Looks like you already have plans so maybe it wasn't a completely bad thing.... Good thing the family was safe.

smkymntn · 05-30-08, 07:04 AM

glad everyone is ok- I hope you get some good $$ to help rebuild the rig/house. good luck.

CreeperSleeper · 05-30-08, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by PHAEDRUS

FWIW,
Your insurance company be it homeowners or auto has not legal right not to let you retian the salvage.
Glad you and yours are safe Dan, If you need help with insurance Ass holes, Shoot me a PM, I know a few things that might help
Dave

x2 You can PM me as well, I'm an insurance agent in OR and WA.

Garth · 05-30-08, 02:19 PM

[quote=DanKunz;3359540] I am also working on a design for a custom marine canvas top with roll up/zipper windows.QUOTE]

You are making me horny.

Grolar · 05-30-08, 02:52 PM

Ouch. As everyone said, glad you're OK and seem to take it with stride. I would be heartbroken, especially with all the money and time you've been putting into it. My 80's parked next to a brick wall and I often think about the next big shaker here in CA...

RiggerFJ80 · 05-30-08, 03:36 PM

Glad everyone is OK. It'll be pretty cool with a ragtop!

cruisertom911 · 05-30-08, 06:19 PM

Glad to hea your family is ok. Sorry to see the pics of the truck...damn man the sucks. I feel your pain. I rolled the Hilux a few months ago and mashed in the roof. Sucks looking at it. All better now...a few different colors but straight and runs like a top. Post up what your gonna do.

fjfar80 · 05-30-08, 07:55 PM

Glad everyone is OK...will be watching to see the transformation...

Falco80 · 05-31-08, 02:24 AM

Damn mate, it's sad to see an 80 take a beating like that! Glad everyones ok and it's only material damage. Time to give your truck a new lease on life now hey?!

Cruisin'Carolina · 05-31-08, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Dusty

sorry for your loss but glad no flesh involved.

ill bet your home owners insurance will sell your 80 back to you for cheap

WTF are you talking about?

Sorry to hear it, Dan. What does not kill us makes cooler rigs in the long run.

Hope to see The Guac out again soon

bpenn1980 · 06-02-08, 03:37 PM

Could've been much worse!
Squished Land Cruiser on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

DanKunz · 06-03-08, 08:53 AM

That is exactly what would have happened to my truck had I not had the tire carrier.

Skillet · 06-03-08, 08:57 AM

Everyone is okay. Whew.

What a shame that a vehicle with so much history and travel had to meet it's end. However, what a fitting end for such an adventure truck...killed by a tornado.

Wow.

Land Speeder · 06-29-08, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Skillet

What a shame that a vehicle with so much history and travel had to meet it's end. However, what a fitting end for such an adventure truck...killed by a tornado.

Wow.

Not the end of that junk, just another chapter! And I bet this chapter is in the beginning of a very long novel.

I can't believe this! I go in/out the hospital for 5 months only to get out and see this? I wanna come up and help the build!

concretejungle · 06-29-08, 05:40 PM

Eric, glad to see you are out of the hospital!!

Hope the job/finances and family are running in a positive direction.

lenross1 · 06-29-08, 08:05 PM

I hate what you and your famliy had to go through that, but i feel that something really awesome is going to come out of it 8 ). post pics of the build!!

duck · 06-30-08, 05:21 AM

did some one say UTE CHOP

Brian Macgyver · 07-01-08, 12:00 AM

I've always wondered how an 80 would look as a crew cab with a short bed in back. I even thought about it when my roof was crushed, but the back of the roof was OK, and there was no justification for the extra work.
The C pillar (behind the rear doors) would be strong enough if you add some bracing, like an internal roll bar inside the body. Or maybe an external cage with a roof rack on it. I considered that one too.
Having built a rollover, I have a pretty good idea of how the roof is built. It would not be that hard to do. Where did you say you live? Sounds like fun to build!

PKP80 · 07-01-08, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by reffug

I too have traveled that painful road..............

X3, but I'm kinda glad it happened b/c my rig is much lighter and flexible in the rocks. Not nearly as much pucker factors as before.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian Macgyver

I've always wondered how an 80 would look as a crew cab with a short bed in back. I even thought about it when my roof was crushed, but the back of the roof was OK, and there was no justification for the extra work.
The C pillar (behind the rear doors) would be strong enough if you add some bracing, like an internal roll bar inside the body. Or maybe an external cage with a roof rack on it. I considered that one too.
Having built a rollover, I have a pretty good idea of how the roof is built. It would not be that hard to do. Where did you say you live? Sounds like fun to build!

My 80 "crewcab"

thestallionq8 · 07-01-08, 02:33 AM

WOW! Sweet "crew cab"!

Sure beats getting a Tundra!

Little Evil · 07-01-08, 04:38 AM

PKP80, do you have any more pics of your truck? I like that...... a lot!

Cruiserhead05 · 07-01-08, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Little Evil

PKP80, do you have any more pics of your truck? I like that...... a lot!

Here here !

That thing needs its own thread, asap.

CruisinGA · 07-01-08, 08:40 AM

Dan- that sucks man.

Lucky for you, I've got a plasma now, and some recent experience in the top-chopping sector.

Let me know how I can help!

informationjunky · 07-02-08, 01:37 PM

Get your but in gear....Over the Mountain Tour 2008 with the Toyota Trail Team - Aug 7-10....
little over a month away.

Brian Macgyver · 07-03-08, 04:32 AM

I was thinking of a cleaner crew than that. More of a closed cab, no wind, weld up the seams and fit & finish. Smooth the body and shoot some real paint. Like with a shine. More of a factory finished kind of product.
I can do that, without the hillbilly effect.
I have brought several rare vehicles back from the brink, to put it mildly. I do not hack roofs and replace them with tubing. That is not acceptable.
A locked LC 80 is amoung the rare trucks that deserve rebuilding. I have repaired one that had a crushed roof and left side. The roof was crushed down 6&

05-30-08, 12:10 AM	#31
DanKunz Avocado Powa! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Woodstock, GA TLCA# 10893 Posts: 5,350	It isn't totaled because there is no claim against it...liability only. I am getting FEMA money . As for plans...cutting the top, yes. Cage? yes. I am also working on a design for a custom marine canvas top with roll up/zipper windows. I am waiting to see what I can get for $ and a WVO diesel may be in the wings. The coating did not crack or peel in any of the crush areas...that stuff is too cool. __________________ Dan Kunz 1996 FZJ-80 "AV0CAD0" 2000 UZJ-100 "T0WCAD0" Member: TLCA, GA Cruisers, Upstate Cruisers Donate to SAVE TELLICO! _____________________________ Originally Posted by eventhough: "apparently I just need to play with it until it feels right... "

05-30-08, 03:38 AM	#32
reffug grown up MOD Join Date: May 2004 Location: 'in dat der briar patch' TLCA# 14549 Posts: 4,133	I too have traveled that painful road.............. __________________ "If it wasn't a Landcruiser and hadn't been built the way it was you do realize you would be DEAD." VA State Police Officer

05-30-08, 07:04 AM	#34
smkymntn Colonel Angus Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: up in the clouds TLCA# 18436 Posts: 557 Blog Entries: 3	glad everyone is ok- I hope you get some good $$ to help rebuild the rig/house. good luck. __________________ 1986 Toyota Landcruiser FJ60, 2002 Toyota Tacoma Limited DC 4x4, 1999 Toyota 4Runner Upstate Cruisers Olde North State Cruisers TLCA#18436

05-30-08, 02:19 PM	#36
Garth IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Texus TLCA# 11823 Posts: 1,341	[quote=DanKunz;3359540] I am also working on a design for a custom marine canvas top with roll up/zipper windows.QUOTE] You are making me horny. __________________ Garth Lone Star Land Cruisers '97 FZJ 40th '77 FJ - 40

05-30-08, 02:52 PM	#37
Grolar Sick and destroyed Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Below the Hollywood sign Posts: 794	Ouch. As everyone said, glad you're OK and seem to take it with stride. I would be heartbroken, especially with all the money and time you've been putting into it. My 80's parked next to a brick wall and I often think about the next big shaker here in CA... __________________ 12/94 FZJ80, 132k, stock but carbon neutral. Gallery "You can't fight in here, this is the war room!" FOR SALE: Infant car seat

05-30-08, 03:36 PM	#38
RiggerFJ80 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Under a Cruiser or on the couch. Posts: 37	Glad everyone is OK. It'll be pretty cool with a ragtop! __________________ I like my beer like I like my coffee- blacker than night, stronger than God and sweeter than love! -John Stamstad '91 FJ80 2" OME, 33" BFG ATs, other stuff. Mongoose Pro Ti road racing bike DuraAce, etc.

05-30-08, 06:19 PM	#39
cruisertom911 IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Crime-free Southwest-Houston TLCA# 10508 Posts: 185	Glad to hea your family is ok. Sorry to see the pics of the truck...damn man the sucks. I feel your pain. I rolled the Hilux a few months ago and mashed in the roof. Sucks looking at it. All better now...a few different colors but straight and runs like a top. Post up what your gonna do. __________________ '97 FZJ80, OME heavy, 1" spacers, 285 75/16, CDL/Pin-7, ARB front bumper, flareless, HIR '89 Pick-up, SAS, 4.88's, e-lockers,Marlin dual case & front bumper, All-Pro steering sliders rear bumper,on board air,bobbed,MM 9.5,PS,cold ass a/c, not a trailer queen '00 UZJ100 K&N,Magnaflow,wifes truck

05-30-08, 07:55 PM	#40
fjfar80 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Hong Kong SAR Posts: 302	Glad everyone is OK...will be watching to see the transformation... __________________ 1997 FZJ80 - Flareless, Lined, MetalTech Sliders, LandTank MAF, PM'd to the Gills, 285 BFG ATs, Alpine, and XM but, just starting (it's sitting in CONUS...a bit lonely..awaiting customization) 1997 BMW 528i - AC Schnitzer'd out (right-hand drive) 1988 E28 M5 - Currently being restored in the US "It is not the critic that counts" TR - 1910 http://faragesgarage.blogspot.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrgarage

05-31-08, 02:24 AM	#41
Falco80 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Perth, Western Australia TLCA# 18832 Posts: 71	Damn mate, it's sad to see an 80 take a beating like that! Glad everyones ok and it's only material damage. Time to give your truck a new lease on life now hey?! __________________ Dan 1992 FZJ80, Part-Time Kit, 4" Lift, Fr & Rr lockers, 33" muds, Custom Exhaust, Drawers, 260L fuel capacity

06-02-08, 03:37 PM	#43
bpenn1980 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: West Los Angeles Posts: 631	Could've been much worse! Squished Land Cruiser on Flickr - Photo Sharing! Attached Images __________________ Brad 1994 FZJ-80: Fully locked ; 99k; Temp Gauge Mod; PHH'd; Fan Clutch Mod (8,000cst & 105*); FIAMM dual tone horn, 100-series brake pads, diff breather extension, Pioneer DEH-P3900MP headunit, BFG AT 285's, ome 850/863, removed running boards, and more maintenance than is healthy

06-03-08, 08:53 AM	#44
DanKunz Avocado Powa! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Woodstock, GA TLCA# 10893 Posts: 5,350	That is exactly what would have happened to my truck had I not had the tire carrier. __________________ Dan Kunz 1996 FZJ-80 "AV0CAD0" 2000 UZJ-100 "T0WCAD0" Member: TLCA, GA Cruisers, Upstate Cruisers Donate to SAVE TELLICO! _____________________________ Originally Posted by eventhough: "apparently I just need to play with it until it feels right... "

06-03-08, 08:57 AM	#45
Skillet no bueno Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: КАГІҒОЯИІА TLCA# 16078 Posts: 2,367	Everyone is okay. Whew. What a shame that a vehicle with so much history and travel had to meet it's end. However, what a fitting end for such an adventure truck...killed by a tornado. Wow. __________________ 1993 FZJ80 1973 FJ40 oh no you didn't "...mud is a hotbed of leftist chat/activity." - swank

06-29-08, 05:40 PM	#47
concretejungle IH8MUD Tour Guide Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: North Cadillac TLCA# 14646 Posts: 5,903	Eric, glad to see you are out of the hospital!! Hope the job/finances and family are running in a positive direction. __________________ 95' FZJ80 OME med./J lift, ARB rack, ARB Bull Bar w/tmax 12,500, 315 Nitto, stainless brake lines, Center Diff Lock, Sliders, IPOR Skid, IPOR rear bumper, upgraded slee sticker, custom dents, more to come. . . Remember it's a gateway drug, so it will actually lead to "crystal meh".

06-29-08, 08:05 PM	#48
lenross1 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 38	I hate what you and your famliy had to go through that, but i feel that something really awesome is going to come out of it 8 ). post pics of the build!! __________________ was that a speed bump... oh just a smart car 97 FZJ80 locked up on 36s 87 zuki on toyotas, 6.5 tcase, locked, 36s

06-30-08, 05:21 AM	#49
duck IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 55	did some one say UTE CHOP

07-01-08, 12:00 AM	#50
Brian Macgyver IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Prescott Valley, AZ Posts: 754	I've always wondered how an 80 would look as a crew cab with a short bed in back. I even thought about it when my roof was crushed, but the back of the roof was OK, and there was no justification for the extra work. The C pillar (behind the rear doors) would be strong enough if you add some bracing, like an internal roll bar inside the body. Or maybe an external cage with a roof rack on it. I considered that one too. Having built a rollover, I have a pretty good idea of how the roof is built. It would not be that hard to do. Where did you say you live? Sounds like fun to build!

07-01-08, 02:33 AM	#52
thestallionq8 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Kuwait Posts: 391	WOW! Sweet "crew cab"! Sure beats getting a Tundra! __________________ 9K7ALI 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser GXR

07-01-08, 04:38 AM	#53
Little Evil IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14	PKP80, do you have any more pics of your truck? I like that...... a lot! __________________ '97 FJZ80, Slee 6", 37x14x17 Irok's, Trail Gear beadlocks, Arb w/ M12000

07-01-08, 08:40 AM	#55
CruisinGA Ramblin Wreck Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Georgia Tech Posts: 5,812	Dan- that sucks man. Lucky for you, I've got a plasma now, and some recent experience in the top-chopping sector. Let me know how I can help! __________________ Bailey Quintrell '74 FJ40--37 Irocks-32 Bolt 'Locks-SM420-ARB-XD9000i-FJ60 PS-MetalTech Cage '93 FZJ80-DD-Part Time 4wd-locked-5" lifted-snorkel-bullbar-315 AT's '97 FZJ80 '98 UZJ100-OEM RR locker ΣΧ

07-02-08, 01:37 PM	#56
informationjunky IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 TLCA# 6149 Posts: 1,936	Get your but in gear....Over the Mountain Tour 2008 with the Toyota Trail Team - Aug 7-10.... little over a month away. __________________ Georgia Cruisers Upstate Cruisers http://www.upstatecruisers.net/ TLCA 6149 86 FJ60 - first and RIP 95 FZJ 80 - second RIP 97 LX 450 - Current locked, ARB, 850J's Front and 863's rear, slee drop blocks, 315's, and M12000, Devo sliders, Iron Pig rear bumper, skid on garge floor 98 LX 470 - wifes