Not your typical paint job

Full_Throttle · 04-02-07, 07:34 PM

Ok, I just had to share this with you, because I am soooo excited.

I have been working on this cruiser since June of '05. Disk brake conversion, power steering, lift, roll cage, tube fenders, stinger, new brake lines, ect. all the while never seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Well, I thought I needed to do something fun on the cruiser even though I still have to finish the engine compartment, wiring, custom gas tank....I just HAD to see how my idea was going to turn out for the OUTSIDE of the cruiser. I don't have the time or $$$$ to replace the tub, even though it needs it. I decided rather than paint it, I would camo it. Check it out...I did this in around 1 hour

I think it looks AWESOME!!!!!

This was just what I needed to re-energize me to finish this thing.... I will use this rig as a daily driver and a hunting vehicle in the fall....

So, what do you guys think?

idus25 · 04-02-07, 07:36 PM

Can't see it.

PUPTLAM · 04-02-07, 07:37 PM

It looks great. Is it a decal?

Full_Throttle · 04-02-07, 07:42 PM

Yep, it's a decal. I figure I will be able to cover the whole vehicle for around $225 or so...not counting the hardtop.

I believe it is made by 3M. The Camo pattern is RealTree Hardwoods Green HD (high def).
Link is http://camoclad.com/

bandy rooster · 04-02-07, 08:17 PM

i think its kinda cool, camo isn't my thing really but i'll give you some cool points for trying something new lol...

they got a naked lady version?

crushr · 04-02-07, 08:30 PM

I would hate to be the lawyer who has to defend you after someone runs into you or pulls in front of you because they couldn't see your truck.

Mace · 04-02-07, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bandy rooster

they got a naked lady version?

Mmmm,

Mammalflage.

DaveWest5150 · 04-02-07, 08:40 PM

you'll need an orange vest to go wheelin

Full_Throttle · 04-02-07, 08:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mace

Mmmm,

Mammalflage.

OMG!! I just shot water out my nose!!!!

BAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA

camcruiser13 · 04-02-07, 08:54 PM

thats tight,

me likey

nuclearlemon · 04-02-07, 10:39 PM

it's definitely different. kinda like a good mural. i wouldn't have it, but at the same time i think it's really cool.

Trollhole · 04-03-07, 11:04 AM

"Can someone help me find my cruiser?"

"Portable deerstand"

REZARF · 04-03-07, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idus25

Can't see it.

Now that's funny!

cruiser88 · 04-03-07, 06:20 PM

now thats different

me like.

jsaltlick · 04-09-07, 12:43 PM

Cool idea. They should do them in regular colors since my painting skills suck and I'm great at hanging wallpaper.

osagecruiser · 04-09-07, 12:52 PM

no need for a tree stand!...looks cool....i wonder how my piggy would look in that...

osagecruiser

gladly · 04-22-07, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bandy rooster

they got a naked lady version?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mace

Mmmm,

Mammalflage.

like this?

I am not a big fan of most of the newer camo patterns, too busy for my tastes, but I like this one:

and I like the idea of using a vinyl wrap.

Cuerno Largo · 04-23-07, 08:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsaltlick

Cool idea. They should do them in regular colors since my painting skills suck and I'm great at hanging wallpaper.

Good idea for a business.

Get the decals in all original colors.

Of course, then all of the cruisers on e-bay would immediately graduate to 20K vehicles for a 300 dollar investment because the pictures would look too good.

Gold Boy · 04-23-07, 08:47 PM

looks like oak

D'Animal · 04-23-07, 08:57 PM

Looks nice.

big sky trapper · 04-24-07, 10:38 AM

www.outtasightcustomcamo.net more camo stuff for the woods

TJDIV · 04-28-07, 11:09 AM

i like it. very cool.

tltaylor22 · 04-28-07, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burling

Good idea for a business.

Get the decals in all original colors.

Of course, then all of the cruisers on e-bay would immediately graduate to 20K vehicles for a 300 dollar investment because the pictures would look too good.

They already do, sort of. You can go to your locall sign supply warehouse and buy vinyl in whatever color your heart desires. My wife runs a home decor business that uses vinyl for people to put sayings and quotes on thier walls. You can even get metalic, glow in the dark or that high reflective stuff that you use on road signs. There are special types specifically made for covering whole vehicles with and come with waranties of up to 10 years. The problem with selling full body kits for complex vehicles like an 80 or something is that it takes some skilz to apply it without wrinkling. A 40 kit would be fairly easy. I've been toying around with doing my 80 since the it has the classic green clear coat failure.

Full_Throttle · 05-08-07, 11:46 PM

Well, I haven't been working on the rig in some time, but I got around to doing the front bib, the other rear quarter, and one of the tailgates....this stuf is time consuming

Fantom · 05-10-07, 05:40 AM

That is cool, I am actually toying with the idea of doing my 60. Where did you find the round head light grills, I have been looking for a set for the past year, well at least a set that does not cost $50.

Full_Throttle · 05-10-07, 03:42 PM

They came with the rig.

In2cruisers · 05-10-07, 04:38 PM

Shi#.....not only do you have to worry about the dreaded cruiser rust......but now..... TERMITES ????

04-02-07, 07:34 PM	#1
Full_Throttle IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: West Frankfort Illinois Posts: 195	Not your typical paint job Ok, I just had to share this with you, because I am soooo excited. I have been working on this cruiser since June of '05. Disk brake conversion, power steering, lift, roll cage, tube fenders, stinger, new brake lines, ect. all the while never seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. Well, I thought I needed to do something fun on the cruiser even though I still have to finish the engine compartment, wiring, custom gas tank....I just HAD to see how my idea was going to turn out for the OUTSIDE of the cruiser. I don't have the time or $$$$ to replace the tub, even though it needs it. I decided rather than paint it, I would camo it. Check it out...I did this in around 1 hour I think it looks AWESOME!!!!! This was just what I needed to re-energize me to finish this thing.... I will use this rig as a daily driver and a hunting vehicle in the fall.... So, what do you guys think? __________________ '71 FJ-40 2.5" lift springs 1.5" shackles mini front disk conversion, rear disk conversion Scout II power steering conversion Metaltech Cage, Stinger, and fenders Spray-in Bedliner, Camo exterior Adding a 3FE, H55f, and split case. Hoping to someday actually drive it.

04-02-07, 07:36 PM	#2
idus25 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 227	Can't see it. __________________ "Yes I have a Pool, I have a Pool and a Pond, the Pond would be good for you."

04-02-07, 07:37 PM	#3
PUPTLAM IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: EAST COAST Posts: 272	It looks great. Is it a decal? __________________ 70 FJ40 SOA LIFT, 36" SWAMPERS, 77 2F ENGINE 71 BRONCO, 95 MUSTANG HO 5.0, 6' SUSPENSION, 35'S 74 FJ40, GONE, SOLD, i SUCK,,,ENJOY IT COREY 91 HONDA CIVIC,,,It's the wifes! 2007 TOYOTA YARIS, " I NEED GAS MILAGE IN SOMETHING I OWN"

04-02-07, 07:42 PM	#4
Full_Throttle IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: West Frankfort Illinois Posts: 195	Yep, it's a decal. I figure I will be able to cover the whole vehicle for around $225 or so...not counting the hardtop. I believe it is made by 3M. The Camo pattern is RealTree Hardwoods Green HD (high def). Link is http://camoclad.com/ __________________ '71 FJ-40 2.5" lift springs 1.5" shackles mini front disk conversion, rear disk conversion Scout II power steering conversion Metaltech Cage, Stinger, and fenders Spray-in Bedliner, Camo exterior Adding a 3FE, H55f, and split case. Hoping to someday actually drive it.

04-02-07, 08:17 PM	#5
bandy rooster IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Sunny South Posts: 1,884	i think its kinda cool, camo isn't my thing really but i'll give you some cool points for trying something new lol... they got a naked lady version? __________________ 71fj40-350,SM465,3SPD L/C T-Case,4 WDB's,SAGINAW Dude!, those are my work moccasins!

04-02-07, 08:30 PM	#6
crushr IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 484	I would hate to be the lawyer who has to defend you after someone runs into you or pulls in front of you because they couldn't see your truck. __________________ I do more before 6 p.m. than most people do all morning.

04-02-07, 08:40 PM	#8
DaveWest5150 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Southern California TLCA# 1594 Posts: 349	you'll need an orange vest to go wheelin __________________ 75' 40 350,sm 465 toybox splitcase F/R ARB's and other crap.... member Trail Crew/ L A Co. Cruisers TLCA#1594

04-02-07, 08:54 PM	#10
camcruiser13 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: in the garage after dark in UT Posts: 5,101	thats tight, me likey __________________ cc ------------- 76' fj40 camcrusier13 build threads the following are links, just click, go on try it Traction Bar Sliders Ram Assist Bumper Poison Spider Style Shackle Reversal Half Doors if your doing it im sure ive done it, need help just ask.......

04-02-07, 10:39 PM	#11
nuclearlemon IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: meh-ico, colorado TLCA# 1431 Posts: 7,987	it's definitely different. kinda like a good mural. i wouldn't have it, but at the same time i think it's really cool. __________________ seven cruisers and 3 of em run and four are for sale

04-03-07, 11:04 AM	#12
Trollhole GSMTR Chair Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Mauldin, SC TLCA# 15077 Posts: 8,470	"Can someone help me find my cruiser?" "Portable deerstand" __________________ Marshall Upstate Cruisers The Great Cruiser Part Links Thread Buying a Land Cruiser Guide 73 Fj55 Big Ugly 76 FJ40 ROTW Big Gay 2f Build 75 FJ55 My Build 93 FZJ80 stock everything and staying that way.

04-03-07, 06:20 PM	#14
cruiser88 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: over here TLCA# 17319 Posts: 7,125	now thats different me like. __________________ http://s237.photobucket.com/albums/f...13957_15_0.jpg http://s237.photobucket.com/albums/f...113957_1_2.jpg

04-09-07, 12:43 PM	#15
jsaltlick ...put you in an FJ today Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Millis Beach TLCA# 17094 Posts: 1,898	Cool idea. They should do them in regular colors since my painting skills suck and I'm great at hanging wallpaper. __________________ John 1983 VJ47 Crew Cab "The Great Pumpkin" 1992 M-101 Tons of 40 parts for sale <---Link Finally I can get what I've always wanted....a used Toyota.

04-09-07, 12:52 PM	#16
osagecruiser IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: In The Storm Cellar! Posts: 1,681	no need for a tree stand!...looks cool....i wonder how my piggy would look in that... osagecruiser __________________ 1968 fj40 under restoration and nearly complete! thanks to everyone here!!! 1972 fj55 1963 fj45 swb.... Tornado Alley Cruisers tlca member #14777

04-23-07, 08:47 PM	#19
Gold Boy it's fishing time! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Southern Interior, BC, Canada. Posts: 1,478 Blog Entries: 1	looks like oak __________________ BJ74 & TUFT & U-AFPT

04-23-07, 08:57 PM	#20
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 10,055	Looks nice.

04-28-07, 11:09 AM	#22
TJDIV IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Upper Michigan Posts: 1,822 Blog Entries: 3	i like it. very cool. __________________ Genetics Load the Gun, Lifestyle Pulls the Trigger. Classic Toyota My Crazy Dog Ride Squaw Valley What are you "sinking" about? My Pics Mac VS PC

04-24-07, 10:38 AM	#21
big sky trapper IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 2	www.outtasightcustomcamo.net more camo stuff for the woods

05-08-07, 11:46 PM	#24
Full_Throttle IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: West Frankfort Illinois Posts: 195	Update Well, I haven't been working on the rig in some time, but I got around to doing the front bib, the other rear quarter, and one of the tailgates....this stuf is time consuming __________________ '71 FJ-40 2.5" lift springs 1.5" shackles mini front disk conversion, rear disk conversion Scout II power steering conversion Metaltech Cage, Stinger, and fenders Spray-in Bedliner, Camo exterior Adding a 3FE, H55f, and split case. Hoping to someday actually drive it.

05-10-07, 05:40 AM	#25
Fantom I'm Polish-don't taser me Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Port Coquitlam TLCA# 16277 Posts: 1,145	That is cool, I am actually toying with the idea of doing my 60. Where did you find the round head light grills, I have been looking for a set for the past year, well at least a set that does not cost $50. __________________ Mat R. '84 BJ-60 with some goodies, found a new body - soon to start a new creation. PICS or you can see them the old fashioned way here "Idiot proof will not stop a determined idiot"

05-10-07, 03:42 PM	#26
Full_Throttle IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: West Frankfort Illinois Posts: 195	They came with the rig. __________________ '71 FJ-40 2.5" lift springs 1.5" shackles mini front disk conversion, rear disk conversion Scout II power steering conversion Metaltech Cage, Stinger, and fenders Spray-in Bedliner, Camo exterior Adding a 3FE, H55f, and split case. Hoping to someday actually drive it.

05-10-07, 04:38 PM	#27
In2cruisers IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Normandy Park Wa. ........now in San Diego Ca. Posts: 1,754	Shi#.....not only do you have to worry about the dreaded cruiser rust......but now..... TERMITES ???? __________________ 1993 FZJ-80 (White) SOLD 1985 HJ-60 (Dk.Gray) Turboed 2H & H55f 5spd, OME 2.5 ... (born a FJ now a HJ) 1974 FJ-40 (Green) Restored and sweet 1987 BMW 325i e30 (Dalphin gray) my rocket 1999 Volvo v70-R (Copper) (wifes rocket)