GarnerFJ40's Progress

GarnerFJ40 · 07-03-07, 07:51 AM

Going to start this thread so everyone can pop in and see at what stage I'm at in getting this ex-Canadian Cruiser up to "decent" shape. Not trying for restoration, nor 100% Crawler, just a good off-road worthy vehicle to drive. I camp, hike, kayak and surf, so this Toy has to carry my other toys.

Stay tuned for pictures.

I'd love to hear from any and all for advice, so post away.

Brian

krzyabncanuck · 07-03-07, 03:56 PM

Post up what all you are wanting to do with it as in Mods and we can help you out.

krzyabncanuck · 07-03-07, 03:58 PM

And we need pics bad.

GarnerFJ40 · 07-09-07, 07:35 PM

So here's the first pic. Those that went to last month's get-together at the Cary Ale house saw it up close and personal. I'm in the process of scraping/sanding/grinding the entire interior tub. My intent is to get it close to bare metal (to see the bad spots), fix the rot, cover with POR-15, than with Herculiner.

GarnerFJ40 · 07-09-07, 07:36 PM

A little further into the demolition:

GarnerFJ40 · 07-09-07, 07:51 PM

So here's what I run into on the 2nd day of cleaning. On both corners behind the seats I run into some rot. I'm going to clean it up, get some 1/8 sheet? (mostly due to the size welder my bro has) and fab some corners for both the inside and outside. POR-15 all that doesn't require bare spots for the actual welds, and then go back in and paint the rest. I got POR-15 Silver for this reason. PO put foam filler and painted an old school tar/bed liner on it.

I'm debating on how much to put the herculiner on. I'd like to paint the transmission cover, fuel filler cover, gas tank cover, hard top shelf, seat brackets and center console the original nebula green to contrast the black herculiner.

mtweller · 07-09-07, 08:10 PM

Cool Brian. If you want some inspiration, look here:

http://picasaweb.google.com/michaelt...0MetalBodyWork

Not that mine turned out show quality, but I wasn't far from where you are now just about a year ago.

Good looking young'n by the way.

Ramon

GarnerFJ40 · 07-10-07, 09:58 AM

Thanks!

And that is some good inspiration, becuase I'm the same way. Not looking for show quality, just a structurally sound dependable 40.

GarnerFJ40 · 07-30-07, 07:53 PM

Not too much progress, but it's ready for some... Finished the good parts of the bed floor and POR-15'd it. Cutting and welding to commence in bad parts...

GarnerFJ40 · 11-13-07, 07:52 PM

A little something to hold everyone over. I can't find my camera with the latest pics, but this is one from a month or so ago. Wire-wheeled to metal, a little H3PO4, and some POR-15 Silver to cover.

What you can't really see is the holes from the previous pictures, all you see is the angle iron and sheet ready to go in...

Welding is all done. Stress tested by all my 260 pounds jumping up and down on it (it should hold for a little while). Now I need to figure out what I'm going to do with my tranny cover (pretty rusted at the thin edges), clean the welds, primer it, and then get it ready for 2 gallons of Herc.

mtweller · 11-13-07, 08:02 PM

Sweet. Keep on pushin'.... Good work man.

flitcroft96 · 11-13-07, 09:03 PM

I had an aftermarket fiberglass tranny hump

GarnerFJ40 · 01-13-08, 06:52 PM

Well this picture will be better than than the ones I printed out for the last meeting. Two gallons of Herc. on the tub. Going to let it sit for a week or so before I start putting things back on it...

mtweller · 01-15-08, 11:35 AM

Awsome! Feels good doesn't it?

GarnerFJ40 · 01-16-08, 06:05 PM

Definitely! I'm looking forward to the re-assembly. Next pic should be back together... But, it's really just the tip of the iceberg! At least it will be somewhat driveable...

GarnerFJ40 · 02-17-08, 07:53 PM

OK, so after skipping this months HAMOM, sorry everyone, the John Deere Green 40 is reassembled (somewhat). Next in store is to reconnect the heaters, swap some shocks out, have a muffler shop do my exhaust, (stainless?) and get into the rats nest of electrical wiring. I've already been in there once and got half of the problems fixed, but I need to get all of them taken care of. There are other items to be addressed, but nothing too major. Enjoy the pics...

fj40z · 02-17-08, 08:16 PM

Awesome man! Looking great, Im loving that color.

addicted56 · 02-17-08, 08:19 PM

The 40 looks great. I bet you can't wait to drive it. I know how you feel. Hopefully see you at the next Hamon. I love your floor. Looks a lot better than my liner I bought from Walmart.

highlandcruzer · 02-17-08, 08:31 PM

Looks great , man ! Keep up the good work !

Where were you 2 years ago, when I was living off of Guy rd. in Clayton ?.......

When I was workin' on my 40 in my gravel drive way........wrenchin' and wheelin' with a guy that had a CJ7 heep ?

[don't have to reply....you've already told me

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southerncruiser62 · 02-18-08, 05:16 AM

Lookin good Brian, let me know when you are ready to do the rear disks.

GarnerFJ40 · 02-18-08, 08:05 AM

Highland,

Funny you lived off Guy, I drive down that way everyday to drop my daughter off at daycare (Winston), as I work in Clayton. Did you live N of 70 or S of 70?

Thanks for the support for everyone else, I'll see you at the next meeting.

Also, anyone know of a place to get some custom paint made up for rattle cans? As you can see I sprayed actual JD green on the sides (better than primer gray), but you can tell the difference. I do have the color code and formula...

Brian

Flinny · 02-18-08, 09:36 AM

Brian,

I love the color...Is looking great!!

highlandcruzer · 02-18-08, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by GarnerFJ40

Highland,

Funny you lived off Guy, I drive down that way everyday to drop my daughter off at daycare (Winston), as I work in Clayton. Did you live N of 70 or S of 70?

Uhh....If memory serves.....that would be south ? Coming from the beltline you would make a right on Guy rd......."White Oak Plantation"........

I could tell you some funny stories about 4 wheelin' in what is now, the nice new neighborhood beside White Oak......Lee something ?, I think it was...right behind my house.

It was actually a pretty fun little set of trails back there before they started building houses.....

[Building was delayed for years because the builder lost his but after 9-11]

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Fort Knox · 02-19-08, 11:49 PM

Looks good man! Keep pluggin' away at it.

FJ45KC · 02-27-08, 09:32 AM

Brian - The 40 has come a long way since I have seen it. If you are planning on coming to the HAMON in March, I'll bring a extra Key for the white 40.

GarnerFJ40 · 02-27-08, 11:43 AM

I will be there!

GarnerFJ40 · 03-04-08, 07:08 PM

Just a quick update, but no pictures. Dropped off the cruiser for exhaust work, and sounds/looks great. Only question is, exhaust exits the back, underneath one of the bumperettes. I'm not sure if I'm digging it, but I'll let it go for now. The guy doing it knows an Eddie Wilson (?) with a Dune Beige 40, up in Raleigh area, anyone know of him? Told him I didn't, but then again I know a lot of you by screen names, and not real names.. :(
Oil seals on the front axles were leaking, and it just coincided with my company bonus, so I've having the work done, instead of attempting it myself. They'll tear into the axles this week. Ordered up new 5125 Bilsteins all around, and that should do it for my wallet for now...
I'll probably be bringing wire and a multimeter, and trying to finish the wiring at the HAMOM. Still no running, interior, or turn signals. Any ideas other than grounds?

See you guys in Sanford! and OBX....

highlandcruzer · 03-04-08, 07:16 PM

Sounds like you're keeping the build momentum up.

Look foward to seeing it this weekend!

Who did your exaust ? What muffler?

GarnerFJ40 · 04-08-08, 10:11 AM

Just a little re-cap, even though most saw the Cruiser in Rodanthe:

After all was said and done (and bonus spent)

New Exhaust/muffler
New CD player and XM radio (at least the trip down there was loud music)
New wires and distributor cap (broke terminal pulling one of the wires)
New front axle rebuild (bearings, seals, gaskets), drums turned, new wheel cylinders, lines and pads
Rear cylinders, lines and pads, drums turned
New Master cylinder
New Valve cover gasket
4 new Bilstein shocks (love 'em)

After OBX:
water pump leaks
slave cylinder leaks

HAVE To Do:
Debating on the total clutch rebuild kit from JTO, (new master and slave, and new SS line) any opinions?

New water pump, and gasket, new hoses, new thermostat and water temp sensor, radiator check and flush, new belt

Need to do:
New differential seals and lube (yes lockers have crossed my mind)
New steering box gasket (yes PS has crossed my mind)
Rust removal

GarnerFJ40 · 05-07-08, 10:03 AM

So, just a little update.

Pulled the old clutch cylinder and slave, replaced it with the JTO slave kit. It works, but I need to work some air out (way too much play, and a double/triple pump is necessary).

Pulled the radiator, water pump, thermostat housing, hoses, and fan. Have the parts except the water outlet gasket, and a hose, but they're on the way. Radiator had some rust in the bottom, but all in all, not bad. Going to replace everything while it's torn apart.

Big update on future status: I've taken a new position with my company, and it will send me over to Denmark for 7 weeks over the course of May, June, and July. So, very little cruiser work will be done. I'm trying to get this little bit done so I can drive it around for a little while before I leave. Good thing is, I'll have a little extra cash from the promotion to put into it. I'll be able to check MUD, but I won't make it to the next few meetings.

Pictures to come later....