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09-28-09, 03:44 PM
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79 2F transplant into the 55
So ive been busy trying to revive the pig and get back in on some trail action this year. For those that dont know the 1f went out at Uwharrie last December when Steve and I ran down for the day. I picked up a 79 2F from Flinny and took it down completely, had it cleaned, new cam bearings pressed in,new freeze plugs, and the head rebuilt. Finally got it back and put in new bearings and rings and got it all buttoned up.
I managed to get the F out and the 2F in by myself and get the clutch, tcase and tranny back in and now am at the final stretch (and did i mention sore???). Im waiting on some manifolds to show up so i can bolt em up, toss on the carb and finish plumbing it up. Im at the point now where I'm going to have some ?s. I took some pics but still got to wire and plumb it all back up and set the dizzy/timing up before the moment of truth. If it runs as good as it looks ill be happy 
Any and all suggestions are welcome
And many many thanks to Flinny, Mdemeglio, Trollhole, S4 and others along the way that have helped w/ tools, knowledge and patience.
heres what we started with....
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72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 03:44 PM
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and some shots of the rebuild....
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 03:45 PM
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and how to keep your friends away......
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 03:50 PM
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Maybe a 2FE??
Looks great
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92 fj80: full 6 in slee lift, electric fans, 37" Goodyears, custom sliders, custom front bumper, slee ss extended brake lines, Bud built tie rod/relay rod, XRC 10 winch
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09-28-09, 03:51 PM
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now the real trick is to see if any of the front grill and rad supports will line up
not to mention the getting it running part. Im all ears and up for volunteers on the final stretch. Just got to pick up a few more things. Exhaust manifolds, oil cooler, hoses and finish the plumbing/electrical and set the dizzy to GO!!!!
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 03:52 PM
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NO E :(
not fancy at all, just built back to stock with new bearings races and rings.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 06:10 PM
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looking good Jason, driving it to harlan?
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92 P/U, 1KZ-TE/R151F 5 Speed M/T Diesel, 2" OME, 255/85/16, DD. July ROTM
79 FJ55, 2F w/1.5F Head and 3FE manifolds, H55F/Split Case, Factory PS, Rusty but I'm working on it...
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09-28-09, 06:47 PM
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I like the turn signals that let the people on the obstacle you're trying to get on know which way you're going! Thanks for the mention about the engine in your list!!! 
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09-28-09, 07:05 PM
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Doh..... i knew that was coming when i saw you responded.
And a big thanks to Brian for graciously passing on the 2F maria had listed and letting me have it!!!
Harlan? sure, right behind yours. Just remember i got the measley 4spd. Nah, think i learned my lesson bout driving this girl 6hrs from home.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-28-09, 07:40 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jfz80
Just remember i got the measley 4spd. Nah, think i learned my lesson bout driving this girl 6hrs from home.
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But won't those 35's act like an overdirve to compensate 
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Olde North State Cruisers
95 FZJ80, "D" light works...oh and a few other things
92 P/U, 1KZ-TE/R151F 5 Speed M/T Diesel, 2" OME, 255/85/16, DD. July ROTM
79 FJ55, 2F w/1.5F Head and 3FE manifolds, H55F/Split Case, Factory PS, Rusty but I'm working on it...
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09-28-09, 08:04 PM
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Man that thing is shiny!!
Looks really good. You've made a ton of process in the past week. Impressive.
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09-29-09, 08:26 AM
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Doh............... so it turns out this is actually a 77 with a 79 valve cover. 
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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09-29-09, 08:39 AM
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looking good J. if you need a hand give me a ring and I'll come over.
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09-30-09, 05:19 AM
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Quote:
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Doh............... so it turns out this is actually a 77 with a 79 valve cover. |
is that a surprise you are just now realizing, i guess on a postive note not many changes between those years.
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Olde North State Cruisers
95 FZJ80, "D" light works...oh and a few other things
92 P/U, 1KZ-TE/R151F 5 Speed M/T Diesel, 2" OME, 255/85/16, DD. July ROTM
79 FJ55, 2F w/1.5F Head and 3FE manifolds, H55F/Split Case, Factory PS, Rusty but I'm working on it...
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09-30-09, 05:59 AM
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call me naive... i just went with what the seller told me. Never even bothered to check. Just glad/hope all the pieces are the same.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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10-30-09, 02:15 PM
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One step closer, i picked these up today. One thing i learned through the whole process is whatever timeline your machinist says...........................triple it.
cleaned, cut, clearanced, and capped
Need the shorty waterpump w/ 2-groove pulley and smaller bolt pattern for fan.........a 75 from what ive read.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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10-30-09, 05:47 PM
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Machine shops take a little longer than they say most of the time, least around Nam they do.
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11-11-09, 06:41 PM
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Come on what happen to this thread jason
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11-12-09, 06:09 AM
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I know I know believe me Im tired of it sitting in the middle of the driveway. Pushing it close to having it ready in time to make a URE run.
Manifold studs should be here today and that leaves me looking for the 2 groove pulley with early bolt pattern.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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11-19-09, 06:21 PM
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baby steps.....
got the pulley thanks to Trollhole!! mounted up the alternator and will have to adjust the powersteering.
Now I just need the plastic non clutch fan and a day with no rain.
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Jason---- I live vicariously..........................through myself
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95 80 -- Slee4''/omeJ, 37's, factory locked, full armor and a s/c too
72 55-- w/ 76 4sdp 78 f. disc 79 2F -- SOA + 3'' w/ 35's, IPOR protection
92 P/U -- no "D" light, no umph, no fun except at the pump
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