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  1. WiscoPat

    Builds Tokyo to Wisconsin - JDM HDJ81 Build Thread

    For those who might be curious about not running fender flares and what to do with all of the holes left behind, I've been sealing up the fender flare holes by using an old school trick: flux core solder. For small holes (up to 1/4 inch), this method works a treat. Remove paint around the...
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    Builds Fujiwara's 3 linked super daily

    Subbed, great thread dude (other than the crash, hate to see that!).
  3. WiscoPat

    Builds Tokyo to Wisconsin - JDM HDJ81 Build Thread

    It's been quite a while since I've updated my thread, but some exciting plans are in motion! I'm currently planning a road trip to Alaska and back, sometime around August 2025, and intend on going to Iceland and Australia. In order to prep for all this, I've been asking shops nationwide about...
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    SOLD Milwaukee, WI: 80 Series ARB [sold] and Trail Gear Front Bumpers.

    Great to meet you! I'll keep an eye out if you start a build thread. Always welcome to join in events we have in the WI area too.
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    Thread showing pics of no-flare 80s?

    I like the clearance too. Without the winch and lights, it's about 80lbs.
  6. WiscoPat

    Thread showing pics of no-flare 80s?

    Thank you! In the bumper? Those are fill plates for fog lights. I have additional brackets that I'll add with the fog lights down the road, just not a huge priority at the moment. Edit: You may have meant those small black plastic things below the headlight. Those are headlight washer...
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    Thread showing pics of no-flare 80s?

    I prefer the deflared look as well. Lots of debris is held in by the flares and rust can start developing.
  8. WiscoPat

    Builds Tokyo to Wisconsin - JDM HDJ81 Build Thread

    I'm going to do a more permanent solution. Currently just deciding on some sort of bondo, soldering the holes, or having a shop do it. I've seen interesting demos of how some body repair shops will use solder for hole repair, so I might give that a try when my garage is done in the next...
  9. WiscoPat

    Builds Tokyo to Wisconsin - JDM HDJ81 Build Thread

    Currently having heat and insulation put into my detached garage for working on the 80 during the winter. Meanwhile, it's always a good day to get the old girl out to stretch her legs. Enjoying it without flares!
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    Builds Ikarus' HDJ81 Offroad Build

    I use the pro gun/wands by Kellsport and the black quart cans of wool wax. You can find them online/amazon.
  11. WiscoPat

    Builds Ikarus' HDJ81 Offroad Build

    Living in WI, I'm very familiar with fluid film. However, I've enjoyed using wool wax instead - it has less of an odor, sticks better initially/over time (less of a mess), and comes in black. Check it out sometime, really good stuff!
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    Why flares are bad news in northern locations

    Agreed. All of the holes left behind are kind of a pain, but you never know what you may find... Someone previously attempted a repair job on my HDJ81. So much debris caked underneath too.
  13. WiscoPat

    What is your favorite color for factory paint in an 80 Series?

    Desert Dune Metallic has really grown on me. I recently removed my fenders and may respray when I figure out the best way to patch the holes left behind.
  14. WiscoPat

    SOLD Milwaukee, WI: 80 Series ARB [sold] and Trail Gear Front Bumpers.

    Thanks for the kind words Carl, and likewise - glad you're happy with it!
  15. WiscoPat

    SOLD Milwaukee, WI: 80 Series ARB [sold] and Trail Gear Front Bumpers.

    Nope! They've found a new home on my Dissent front bumper.
  16. WiscoPat

    Dobinsons IMS or MRA

    MRAs are the superior choice if you go off pavement often, with various terrain and at variable speeds. Personally, the IMS I have are great, and have been in most all situations I've put them through over the past 2 years. For my use case, I didn't want to bother getting in and out of the...
  17. WiscoPat

    New Land Cruiser owner: 1993 RHD Turbo Diesel from the UK

    Congrats on the cruiser! I have a 1995 HDJ81 VX Limited myself. Most parts are easy to come by with international and some US distributors, like Cruiser Outfitters based in Utah.
  18. WiscoPat

    SOLD Milwaukee, WI: 80 Series ARB [sold] and Trail Gear Front Bumpers.

    Update: the ARB bumper is spoken for! The Trail Gear bumper is still available.
  19. WiscoPat

    Things to consider after long-term storage

    I have a 1995 with a 1HD-FT and for the past two winters it hasn't run for about 4 months while being stored, no issues thus far. Some basic prep but nothing over the top. Keep us posted and enjoy your 80!
  20. WiscoPat

    Best gullwing window replacements

    I can't vouch for them (yet), but check out the Big Country 4x4 option via Rugged Bound. I'm leaning their direction, personally. That said, it requires drilling into the sheet metal of the body for install. If that's an issue, then the YodaTeq, LCP, or The Cruiser Company (out of Australia)...
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