Ultimate Adventure FJ Pics!

[justinh]

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...=1#post5619479

Someone post this on the other FJ forum, it won't let me...

[Tapage]

awesome !!!!

[DBS311]

Basically isn't an FJC anymore. I would have enjoyed watching them build it up as much they could retaining the stock transfer case and IFS just to see how far they could take it offroad. Might as well build a Ford Escape, throw D60's under it, an Atlas, and 39's. Whoopee.

[Imola Red]

Originally Posted by DBS311

Basically isn't an FJC anymore. I would have enjoyed watching them build it up as much they could retaining the stock transfer case and IFS just to see how far they could take it offroad. Might as well build a Ford Escape, throw D60's under it, an Atlas, and 39's. Whoopee.

[Isotel]

Originally Posted by DBS311

stock transfer case and IFS

Not Me!

That rig looks SWEET!

[Noisycow]

What a monster! Can't believe how brutal an FJ can look if your wallet is thick enough?

[sleeoffroad]

Originally Posted by DBS311

Basically isn't an FJC anymore. I would have enjoyed watching them build it up as much they could retaining the stock transfer case and IFS just to see how far they could take it offroad. Might as well build a Ford Escape, throw D60's under it, an Atlas, and 39's. Whoopee.

That is true, but one has to remember why it was built. It is done by the sponsors, one of which is Dynatrack. So the Dana 60's make sense. Anyway this allows companies like All-Pro to do the SAS and not have to break the bank, even though I am pretty sure they already have a ton into it. Otherwise the development of a SAS will take years and all the R&D will be on one company. In the end, it is good for those people that want to do the same later on. Also if you had to R&D a SAS you would have to be pretty sure it sells to get your money back. This way they put up the time and $'s up front and at least are guaranteed exposure and a way to judge the response.

Yes, it would have been cool if the truck was built with all Toyota parts. Maybe some Diamond axles from front Front Range Off-Road with 80 series ends, Toyota center sections, 80 series tcase, etc etc. But those companies were not sponsors.

It takes a ton of time and money to put this together. Fred Williams has been busy with this since Easter Jeep and a number of companies were involved in the build.

At least we will see if the sheetmetal and tail lights makes it through the trail

[DBS311]

Don't get me wrong, I am not a fan of IFS, I just thought that it would be neat to see how far the stock components would go before grenading.

Christo, I see what you are saying and it does make sense. This FJC is being built like all the UA trucks before it. I just prefer the incremental build ups. I look at my vehicles and if I had built them to the state they are in currently the first time through, it wouldn't have been as much fun. From a financial standpoint, it doesn't make much sense, but it still intrigues me more than throwing the top of the line stuff in right away. Like maybe they could have done the SAS and tried to keep the stock Tcase and Atrac intact. I know, I know.........sponsors. This build IMO just isn't that exciting. To each his own.

[Fo-runna]

Originally Posted by DBS311

Basically isn't an FJC anymore. I would have enjoyed watching them build it up as much they could retaining the stock transfer case and IFS just to see how far they could take it offroad. Might as well build a Ford Escape, throw D60's under it, an Atlas, and 39's. Whoopee.

Fawkin purists. That thing is bad ass.

[macneill]

I only see it on a trailer...

[jfonz]

I think I'm with DBS311. Not that its not a cool rig, but to me it would be a whole lot cooler if they retained more stock components. I guess I just like more real world kinda builds that are done well, vs lets take a vehicle and totally change what it is so basically the only thing about it that retains its heratitage is the body. I guess its just not my thing. But then again I've seen FJ-40s that were built w/ Jeep Rubicon frames/drivetrains and people thought they were the coolest thing ever. Makes no sence to me but to each his own...


My Guess is that someone on the UA will have one that is still more to stock so we can see how it performs... but I think we can start making bets on the life of the tail lights.... I call the passanger side one is toast on the first Tight opstical with sidehill action.

[DBS311]

Fo-runna, I am not a purist by any means. What I am meaning to say is that anybody (with $$$) can make any vehicle from the showroom into a killer rig. I was just hoping they would start more basic with this build, and as they hit the strength limits of the stock components, upgrade as needed.

I wanna see how far an FJC can go before you need to start throwing the D60's and Atlas in there.

Is there something in my sig line that suggests purity??

[sleeoffroad]

I think one also has to remember what the Ultimate Adventure is. Essentially it is about the trip and not as much the build-up. 7 days of hardcore wheeling with road sections in between. Can not trailer the rig, have to do all the trails, and have all your spares and camping stuff with you. So you have to be self sufficient and make repairs as needed allong the way.

[Beowulf]

Originally Posted by sleeoffroad

So you have to be self sufficient and make repairs as needed allong the way.

Or tuck tail and go home.

-B-

[FirstToy]

No matter what your opinion of the build are, being respectful of other member's comments (even if you disagree) is a valued commidity here.

Thank everyone

- I think it's a pretty cool rig. There are plenty of companies doing "stock" builds and it's nice to see a no-holds-barred setup so early in the FJC's life.

[LandCrusher'70]

All-Pro (and others) are building FJC's that are (and will be) testing the limits of the stock components. In time you'll see ahellava lot more. This one is purpose built.

[BigBlue]

Looks like they already lost the driver's side tail light.

[treerootCO]

Wait a minute....I know this guy

[woody]

my friend Brian Radke will be part of the Hobart/Miller support team for this.....he's been sworn to secrecy on all the photos he takes....

just make sure you keep him drunk

[Tapage]

for all of us . ? I don't want a Video .. ( I hope I can place my order soon ) but some pics .. would be fine ..

[lowtideride]

[quote=DBS311]Don't get me wrong, I am not a fan of IFS, I just thought that it would be neat to see how far the stock components would go before grenading.

QUOTE]


Not far...saw a CV blow at tellico.... at camp on the rocks...



I would love to see this thing with 80 series axles under it and a toy box...


and less plastic..


I am warming up to them, just not there yet.

[VT Fj-40 Owner]

hahahha thats amazing

[Dragon]

Looks like they're going with green

[whodat]

not a LC

[Dragon]

Originally Posted by whodat

not a LC

and a LC is not a FJC. Any point here?

[ridgerunner]

Finally, a cool GSJ15. ()