Recent content by sprdvallpro

Definitely gonna check this our for sure - Thanks for the heads up!

Ahh, good to know - Thanks for your input - I've only had my 45LV up until now so I'm still learning the nuances of the 60's!

That sounds awesome sschruff - If I cant source a naked frame first I might have to take you up on that! Can I get a pic or two of what you have?

Hey - I recently picked up a 1985 Fj60 and the rear frame is rusted really bad. The cross brace where the upper rear shocks mount just fell out of the vehicle. I just installed OME springs, but the rear frame is rusting out where the springs mount. The rest of the truck is great so its...

Man - that is looking really good. The attention to all the nooks and crannies with the sandblasting as well as the primer work is commendable. That's definitely in great condition considering the idea of "corrosion protection" in the late 60's! In reference to your question about lead, on my...

Whoa. That's a formidable machine right there - hats off to you sir!

Good on you sir for initiating the attack! Looking forward to seeing your updates!

My perspective is that of a LV owner, a bodyshop owner/operator, a motorcycle rider, cigar smoker, smart phone divorcee, as well as an ice hockey player : I definitely know the risks, but the thrill and vulnerability is part of the experience. And although I don't choose the safest...

What a weird coincidence ! I just finished painting one of those !

Thanks for the info! I'll definitely check them out. Looks like you're deep in the nitty gritty of the metal work, and its great to see that you're getting it done right!

Any chance you might be willing and able to post a few pics specifically of the rotisserie you guys are using? I'm just starting to build mine and I've been squinting at the screen at all the little details I can pick up on. A couple of "full-ons" and side views would be much appreciated!

I agree with Tancruiser; 3M Self-Leveling Seam Sealer (part#: 08307) works great. Primer any bare metal first, then scuff/sand the primer, and finally apply the seam sealer. That way it will look great and last a long time.

I had previously cut out some rust on the front floor boards and replaced with solid sheet metal so I could drive it. In these pics there is a lot of body shop dust covering the Arma Coat bedliner I had sprayed in to Protect it and help with some sound deadening. Sins from the past :

Thanks for looking guys - I appreciate your attention to details! Here are some more that I have now that these parts are back in my hands and I've applied some primer to the freshly exposed sheet metal: So, there have definitely been some shenanigans in the past but you can still see...

Stripping everything down and sending off to be sand blasted, as well as having the frame powder coated. This old girl has seen better days, but I'm happy with the lack of rust.