davegonz

I was sent to a civilian surgeon when I was AD. I was advised to avoid a back fusion as it leads to future fusion of the vertebrae above & below the original fusion. I'm not trying to tell you to do anything here, just sharing what I was told...

It's installed but it works for now. I used some big plates on the inside that still need to tie to the inner wall of the door

I don't know what to say Paul. I hope things go in a good direction. I also hope you won't sell your Troopy. Put it away safely for a while if you have to. Your troopy will wait for you. And after doing nothing with mine for years we've...

Sorry to hear that. Maybe take some time away from it while you heal and then reconsider?

Ok after very mixed opinions and rather polarizing talk about the EJ40, Let's get back to talking about internal combustion engines. On this week's episode I talk to @davegonz about his purpose built 70 series troopy bike hauler. You'll have to...

Last night I finally got everything bolted together. The airbox lid is 80 mm or about 3.15 inches. I bought some 3.25 inch silicone couplers and a 12 inch 45° intercooler pipe. I cut it down to size and used a cheap bead roller to make absolutely...

Oh he's not gonna pass from his cancer soon, it;s in remission and he has a great outlook........he just chose to spend the near future on other things other than this truck......

Good info.

I ended up with a very simple setup. I can't remember all my reasoning since it was a couple years ago but here are some pics and a diagram. I have a total of 4 vacuum lines. SICS and BACS are tied together with a T and go straight to vacuum...

I still need to install a fuse block somewhere under the dash to power the seats. For now, I have a cig lighter harness to adjust the seats. I'll get the fuse block knocked out next week.

Well, I was finally able to install the BMW seats with the new brackets that Planted sent me. I did have to weld in to 3/16" thk pieces of plate because the seat rails were wider than the Planted adapters. The seats are comfy as heck but are...

A photo I never shared with you from your troopy! Hahahahha

Knee replacement Wednesday so I'm out

Ouch. Good luck, Kelly. Let me know if you kneed anything.

Sizing down from what?

Just a heads up, Rival is closing these out for $999 with free FedEx ground shipping. I bought a 2016 last night to replace my 2008 and turn back the mileage clock some, and ordered one this morning. Must be a sign!

Perfect road trip vehicle. 😁

Yesterday I went hunting for a sub fuel tank for the Holy Truck--with Iota. I was a little apprehensive because I had not driven the truck in the better part of a year, but it did just fine apart from a crapped out battery, and I succeeded in...

Hey All, AJ is hosting this one at his shop! Day: August 31st (close enough) Time: 9:30am Location: AJ’s YOTAS - 2301 W Whitestone blvd, Cedar Park

I see my old FJ73 there.....

Having a blast at Solid Axle Summit with some good friends , I do need to figure out where to send my invoice to for fumigating the mountains around Ouray 🤣

Planted is going to swap the brackets with another set for a 70 that is closer to my measurements.

I did manage to find the hidden third mounting hole on the passenger side that's used with bucket seats. The first try was pretty much dead on. I used an 1/8" bit at first and then a step bit.

They finally contacted me last week. I'm sending them some detailed measurements today.

I was able to contact them directly and they custom fabricated my passenger seat bracket. Kind of annoying because I had to pay return shipping but I understand that they advertise these as "should fit". I think there is something different...