Building a Tow Rig - Page 5

D'Animal · 12-30-07, 11:32 PM

I was able to get the utility bed set on it today with some help from a club member and his crane.

I'm within an inche or so of getting it dialied in.

D'Animal · 12-30-07, 11:34 PM

One More Pic

74fj40 · 12-31-07, 12:32 AM

what color you gonna paint it?!

D'Animal · 12-31-07, 08:15 AM

I'm thinking desert beige/tan. The same color as the 45 Extended Cab.

fj40charles · 01-01-08, 06:18 PM

I like the rims. You'll be able to haul lots of parts and tools with the utility bed.

CaliCruiser · 01-01-08, 06:32 PM

Looks real nice Dan, I like the wheels too.

Dylan

D'Animal · 01-01-08, 09:50 PM

Since it is New Years Day.

I took the wife for a ride in it.

Tapage · 01-02-08, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by D'Animal

Since it is New Years Day.

I took the wife for a ride in it.

Please .. post her impresions .. !

D'Animal · 01-02-08, 07:54 AM

She really liked it but thought the diesel was a bit loud. I have not made the shifter for the T-case so the tranny hump is sitting in the shop. It is a bit loud.

CreeperSleeper · 01-02-08, 11:50 AM

That sucks... better sell it to me for cheap!

sixty · 01-02-08, 04:34 PM

After orignally reading this thread I did not think much of it.... At this stage I think it kicks ass! Great work, definiately worht the effort.

I think a bright racing orange would look great!

D'Animal · 01-02-08, 05:01 PM

Here are a few pics from last night and some daylight pictures.

D'Animal · 01-02-08, 05:04 PM

The front springs should settle in a bit and I wanted to get the weight of the bed and the gooseneck set up, etc before I lift the back of the rig to level it out.

D'Animal · 01-02-08, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sixty

I think a bright racing orange would look great!

I was actually thinking about an Orange with silver paint job to go along with the factory two tone.

Wife said it would look to muck like Cal Trans trucks.

I also thought about a solid color and doing the SS stripes up the hood and over the cab. Wife said there is nothing Super Sport about it.

Wife likes the old FJ40 color of Toyota desert tan/beige.

sixty · 01-02-08, 05:17 PM

When I painted the 60, I wanted mustard yellow but my wife wanted something way brighter. Ended up with a very bright yellow. Now I like bright colored rigs.

Nothing SS about it? Your wife hasn't seen the potential of a Cummins! with a little work, you'll be spanking SS Camaro's all day long

the day light pics look even better. My vote is for Camaro racing orange with the SS stripes... Tan wont do it justice.

Nice job & great vision, I couldn't envison it coming together so well.

77TLCFJ40 · 01-02-08, 11:13 PM

Not sure about the tan with those wheels. Go with the orange/silver idea. I've always liked that combo.

Nice build!

Fromage · 01-03-08, 03:21 PM

Dude, this thread rocks...

If you can get your hands on a 1st gen Banks intercooler it looks like it would fit perfectly in there.

DWitcher · 01-03-08, 05:18 PM

What was the orginal color of the cab? Whats the deal with the front springs?

D'Animal · 01-03-08, 05:27 PM

A deep copper color.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DWitcher

What was the orginal color of the cab? Whats the deal with the front springs?

The stock ones would not allow much clearance (-1") between the oil pan to the Dana 60. I needed some clearance so I installed 4" Skyjacker lift springs for a Dodge with a Cummins. I heard they will settle a bit. I have a pretty substantial bumper for the front as well as an 8274 winch. If the springs to not settle down, I will look at shorter ones.

DWitcher · 01-03-08, 06:09 PM

I think with the bumper and the winch you'll have no problem getting them to settle. Have you thought about painting the truck stock colors and scheme? White in the middle right?

D'Animal · 01-03-08, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DWitcher

I think with the bumper and the winch you'll have no problem getting them to settle. Have you thought about painting the truck stock colors and scheme? White in the middle right?

I'm seriously thinking about it. The only factory color I can see is the engine compartment and inside the cab. I have never seen an old style GMC or chevy this color.

I think the white top would look great with a white top on the FJ45.

D'Animal · 01-04-08, 09:18 AM

I'm working with Dwitcher on that.

I have to get is somewhat assembled to see how much room I need.

Has anybody ran an Aftercooler in a vehicle before? They are generally used on industrial applications for the motors.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fromage

Dude, this thread rocks...

If you can get your hands on a 1st gen Banks intercooler it looks like it would fit perfectly in there.

DWitcher · 01-05-08, 09:42 AM

I have seen a few of them. They sit higher then the valve covers so you'll need to look into hood clearence. The air to air coolers are more efficent and cool better.

greenhorn311 · 01-20-08, 05:22 PM

Dan put some helper bags on the back so the front ends not pointed to the sky so bad? Or is that just a bad pic?

fj40forlife · 01-20-08, 10:55 PM

That thing came out nice. Like the wheel combo. You need some led brake lights, A gray ish color would look nice.

Eric

D'Animal · 01-21-08, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenhorn311

Dan put some helper bags on the back so the front ends not pointed to the sky so bad? Or is that just a bad pic?

Once I get the bumper and 8274 mounted up front it will settle a bit. Once it settles down I will lift the rear as needed.

D'Animal · 01-27-08, 12:14 AM

Front bumper is installed and the 8274 is bolted in but not wired.

The front end did not drop much.

O'well

12-30-07, 11:32 PM	#121
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	Tonights View I was able to get the utility bed set on it today with some help from a club member and his crane. I'm within an inche or so of getting it dialied in. Attached Images __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

12-30-07, 11:34 PM	#122
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	One More Pic Attached Images __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

12-31-07, 12:32 AM	#123
74fj40 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Highlands Ranch, Colorado Posts: 2,024	what color you gonna paint it?! __________________ >Max Parkinson: January of 1972 FJ40> Rebuilt F-Engine, 4" BDS lift, Primer Paint job, 35" BFG MTRs 60 series axles, 4speed tranny with 4 speed split case, soon to have saginaw power steering with GM tilt column and some other junk. My baby >www.risingsun4x4club.org

12-31-07, 08:15 AM	#124
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	I'm thinking desert beige/tan. The same color as the 45 Extended Cab. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

01-01-08, 06:18 PM	#125
fj40charles IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,121	I like the rims. You'll be able to haul lots of parts and tools with the utility bed. __________________ 69 FJ40 with some minor mods... 2000 Cummins powered Dodge with some power enhancements. DO NOT SUPPORT TRAIL GEAR!!!!! bad ethics = bad business! http://www.paypalsucks.com

01-01-08, 06:32 PM	#126
CaliCruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Pine Grove, Ca TLCA# 15987 Posts: 1,774	Looks real nice Dan, I like the wheels too. Dylan __________________ ROTW '85 FJ60 \| SOA \| ARB \| M8274-50 \| Sliders \| Aussie'd \| H55F \| 4.7 Toybox \| 4.88s \| Custom Crap

01-01-08, 09:50 PM	#127
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	Since it is New Years Day. I took the wife for a ride in it. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

01-02-08, 07:54 AM	#129
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	She really liked it but thought the diesel was a bit loud. I have not made the shifter for the T-case so the tranny hump is sitting in the shop. It is a bit loud. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

01-02-08, 04:34 PM	#131
sixty IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Back in Vegas Posts: 538	After orignally reading this thread I did not think much of it.... At this stage I think it kicks ass! Great work, definiately worht the effort. I think a bright racing orange would look great!

01-02-08, 05:01 PM	#132
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	Here are a few pics from last night and some daylight pictures. Attached Images __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

01-02-08, 05:04 PM	#133
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	The front springs should settle in a bit and I wanted to get the weight of the bed and the gooseneck set up, etc before I lift the back of the rig to level it out. Attached Images __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html

01-02-08, 05:17 PM	#135
sixty IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Back in Vegas Posts: 538	When I painted the 60, I wanted mustard yellow but my wife wanted something way brighter. Ended up with a very bright yellow. Now I like bright colored rigs. Nothing SS about it? Your wife hasn't seen the potential of a Cummins! with a little work, you'll be spanking SS Camaro's all day long the day light pics look even better. My vote is for Camaro racing orange with the SS stripes... Tan wont do it justice. Nice job & great vision, I couldn't envison it coming together so well.

01-02-08, 11:13 PM	#136
77TLCFJ40 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Madison, MS TLCA# 13533 Posts: 1,220	Not sure about the tan with those wheels. Go with the orange/silver idea. I've always liked that combo. Nice build! __________________ Lash CottonLand Cruisers TLCA: 13533 Madison, MS 02 UZJ100 Daily Driver De-blinged Emblems 77 FJ40 "GunRunner": York/Mudrak OBA, Aussie, 8274, Mini PS, Hell Creek Lift, 94" WB, 35x12.50 Hankook MTs, MAF U-Bolt Flips, F-250 Towers, MetalTech Cage, Choctaw Sliders, 8" Tuffy, Tiburon Seats... and a great group of friends who made it possible! 78 Hilux Trailer "... slowly I'm becoming one with the MUD." -- Jars of Clay

01-03-08, 03:21 PM	#137
Fromage IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Chained to desk. Posts: 152	Dude, this thread rocks... If you can get your hands on a 1st gen Banks intercooler it looks like it would fit perfectly in there. __________________ JL 1980 Land-Rover 109

01-03-08, 05:18 PM	#138
DWitcher IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bakersfield CA. Posts: 221	What was the orginal color of the cab? Whats the deal with the front springs? __________________ Student of the PIGG '68 FJ55 '72 FJ55 '73 FJ40< newest addition "Fish on!".

01-03-08, 06:09 PM	#140
DWitcher IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bakersfield CA. Posts: 221	I think with the bumper and the winch you'll have no problem getting them to settle. Have you thought about painting the truck stock colors and scheme? White in the middle right? __________________ Student of the PIGG '68 FJ55 '72 FJ55 '73 FJ40< newest addition "Fish on!".

01-05-08, 09:42 AM	#143
DWitcher IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bakersfield CA. Posts: 221	I have seen a few of them. They sit higher then the valve covers so you'll need to look into hood clearence. The air to air coolers are more efficent and cool better. __________________ Student of the PIGG '68 FJ55 '72 FJ55 '73 FJ40< newest addition "Fish on!".

01-20-08, 05:22 PM	#144
greenhorn311 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Corcoran Ca TLCA# 18096 Posts: 567 Blog Entries: 1	Dan put some helper bags on the back so the front ends not pointed to the sky so bad? Or is that just a bad pic?

01-20-08, 10:55 PM	#145
fj40forlife IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2005 TLCA# 5624562435 Posts: 1,026	That thing came out nice. Like the wheel combo. You need some led brake lights, A gray ish color would look nice. Eric

01-27-08, 12:14 AM	#147
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 9,229	Front bumper is installed and the 8274 is bolted in but not wired. The front end did not drop much. O'well Attached Images __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan) My Tow Rig = http://forum.ih8mud.com/hardcore-cor...g-tow-rig.html