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Here is how they turned out.

I did some metal ones to mimic the rare JDM-spec ones, but I shifted them up onto the side of the tub vs extending downward. They're bolt-on/removable, they just attach to the inner lip. Fairly simple design...could make it as wide as you...

Took it out to enjoy my latest time suck. Went to a trail I haven’t ridden in years. The cows had chewed the trail up back in the day that we stopped riding it. They’re still there, but seem to be a little gentler this time around.

how it mounted in the box. some high density foam to keep the accessories from rattling

Got things buttoned up with the rack. The feet were rusty, so I stripped and painted the steel but cleaned up the galvanized part and installed new hardware. I am really happy with it. @Texican the decals are also applied on two corners like the...

We got dirty

I have this same timing light…. So I read the low idle. But. 825? That’s not low?… besides what is .90? Duh! I’m up side down….hahaha

I bought a set of Coker NDTs probably 20 years ago. I’ve had the trailer out in the elements the whole time; no cracking or checking. Was thinking of buying a spare and I think they have doubled in price. I think I only paid about $100 each...

Looking great Lash! If you ever want another 750-16 radial BFG makes in a KM3 They are about 31.5x8 on a 16-5 Cruiser wheel Rear tires on trailer are 700-15 bias by comparison

All wheels are mounted with extended lug nuts and they handle noticeably better. I’m thrilled with the look. In fact they’re so much smoother running now I can really feel a driveline vibration above 2k rpm’s in all gears! Also had my dad help...

This will be the build thread/documentation (not sure how I get the “Builds” tag) for my new-to-me 1976 FJ40 named Otis. The truck was named by the previous to the previous owner, and it fits so the name happily will stay. I bought Otis from...

Been raining A LOT here. The hill country is a lot worse, tragic what is happening with the floods. I planned to build a new grill table this weekend, but with the rain and humidity, the stain is taking forever to dry. I am not going to even try...

Freshened up my rear axle with new wheel bearings, seals, and paint so I could install a rear disc brake kit.

More desert adventures pics.

Went to the Tatacoa Desert 🏜️ 🌵. We drove way back inside the desert until we saw no other cars or people. Such a surreal experience. We found an interesting Ecohotel and spent two nights watching the stars at night and exploring the landscapes...

Picked up more body parts this morning. Had a minor issue to be addressed post paint for the tub so will be a few days before I can pick it up. Happy with how the raptor liner turned out on the tranny & gas tank cover (also on underside of...

Rain? Send some our way, these fires are handing us our asses. Got the T case sealed up and reinstalled. Between the transmission jack and the 1 1/4” pipe to hold the transfer gear and spacer in place it slid right on. Putting the parking...

Here is my 1 minute explanation I just did for you. I did have to take one side of my outer latches apart as one of mine were stuck and I could not easily open it. Once I did that it was all good. Let me know if you need any other info or have...

Thanks, they are well made, genuine leather. 👌

I got my BJ42 ~”ready” (doors, sides and roof still to do). It took 7 years.

I know it’s been said before, but these things really do like being driven. I’ve taken it out more this past month than I think all of last summer. The carb is mostly cooperating-it’s only died a few times but hasn’t had the high idle thing...

And Higgens is off to east Texas ..... Always great when the customer takes it for a test drive and they make it back 🤡

There was some modified ones in the for sale section I think 15x8. I have 15 x 10 but not for sale. ,

That sucks. That patina was perfect. It’s almost impossible to fake patina something but what have you got to lose? Mask off an area about 2” into the good blue and respray the red oxide primer. Then spend countless days wet sanding the edges...

I am 69 and still working half-time, sometimes more. I love what I do, I do 90% of it from home on my own schedule, and it pays well. No plans to stop any time soon.