I added a few details to the build list and reposted from fb...
Long list for the FJ40....DONE
1) Vehicle is gutted now and ready to remove the body. -DONE
2) Next remove body and bodylift.- DONE
3) Reposition entire drivetrain - DONE.
4) Rewire with
Painless Performance Products. engine & chassis harness - DONE
5) Install new gauge cluster. (Provided by
Dakota Digital) - DONE
6) Install new aluminum radiator and SPAL 16" electric fan (Provided by
Advance Adapters) - DONE
7) Install and plumb heater...Evap heater/ac unit from Nostalgic Air - DONE
8) Install new steering column (Ididit) and connect steering linkage - DONE
9) Install
4x4 Labs crossover highsteer w/6 bolt arms/knuckles - DONE
10) Finish setting up front suspension w/custom Alcan springs (spring over) - (shackle, bushings, hardware provided by
Red Line Land Cruisers) - DONE
11) Set up rear suspension w/custom Alcan springs (spring over) - longer spring & centered pin so axle rearward 6 inches - wheel base lengthened to 95" (shackle, bushings, and hardware provided by Redline Land Cruisers) - DONE
12 )New drivelines. (Provided by
J. E. Reel Driveline Specialists) - DONE
13) Plumb brakes - new tubing and connections (incl. Classic Performance Parts proportioning valve) - DONE
14) Plumb rear ARB and replumb front ARB - DONE
15) Install and plumb compressor and new air tank. (Provided by
ARB 4x4 Accessories - USA Office - DONE
16) Install and plumb rear
JAZ Products 22 gal. fuel cell. (Tank Provided by Jaz Products/Modified by Aerotech Services Inc to install fuel collector) - DONE
16a) Cut hole for fuel cell in body pan - (discarded stock tank) DONE
17) Install new cage - (Provided by Red Line Land Cruisers) - DONE
18 ) Install new front Rally Venture heated seats (Provided by
PRP Seats)
19 ) Install new 4x4Labs rear bumper/swing tire carrier. - DONE
20 ) Install Warn 8274 winch mount and winch (upgraded to 9.5XP winch motor). - DONE
21 ) Install front bumper - Rubicon Series(Provided by
HANSON OFFROAD) - DONE
22) Install 4.3:1 Atlas 2 spd Tcase (Provided by Advance Adapters)- DONE
23 )MSD ignition products (Provided by
MSD Performance) - DONE
24) Install new fan/fan clutch - DONE
25) Install new tranny cooler - DONE
26) New power steering cooler - DONE
27) Install new body bushings - (provided by
Energy Suspension)-DONE
28) Install new engine mounts -(provided by Advance Adapters)- DONE
29) Install new trans/tcase crossmember (provided by Advance Adapters)- DONE
30) Install axle wrap bar - (Provided by
RuffStuff Specialties) -
31) Install frame box in plates - (Kit provided by RuffStuff Specialties) - DONE
32) New aluminum tub/cowl/windshield frame/half doors/tailgate from
Aqualu Industries Inc. - DONE
33) Install 4.88 rings and pinions. (Provided by
Yukon Gear & Axle) - DONE
34) Rebuild front axle with
Trail-Gear knuckle sandwich kit. - DONE
35) Shock positioning and mounts - DONE
36)
Bilstein Shock Absorbers 7100 series install - DONE
37) Install driving lights, signals, side view mirrors, hood hinges, hood latches, windshield hold downs, and windshield bumpers (Provided by
Cruiser Outfitters) - DONE
38) Install new brake master cylinder - DONE
39) Refinish/paint frame, axles, and body - DONE
40) Mount
TR Beadlock Wheels on
BFGoodrich Tires - DONE
41) Fabricate and install Energy Suspension Bumpstops -
42) Fabricate steering crossbar support - DONE
43) Install Flex and Cyclone auxiliary lights by
KC HiLiTES, Inc. - DONE
44) Y-pipe, exhaust and muffler by Ed Hanson - DONE
45) Custom battery tray - modified single battery RuffStuff trays - DONE
Post Jeep Safari
46) Weld and intstall rock sliders by Red Line Landcruisers - DONE by
Moab 4X4 Outpost
47) Fabricate/Install skid plates -
48) Fabricate/install tube fenders by Red Line Landcruisers-
49) Fabricate/install bump stops - DONE by
Moab 4x4 Outpost
50) Reinstall antiwrap bar from RuffStuff Speciaties -
51) Fabricate/Install cage-frame tie in by Red Line Landcrusiers - DONE..thanks
Moab 4X4 Outpost -
Steve Nantz
I'll post updates as more work gets done.....
4/20/15
Details to get fixed/finished:
Brake fluid reservoir leaks (yes, it was new) Remove and install second new one. - DONE
Finish installing buttons for soft top rear panel. -DONE
Balance tires/align front end. - DONE
Install license plate holder with 3rd brake light (Gen-right). - DONE
6/15/15
Lost 3rd gear...we will drop transmission for rebuilding by Poway Transmission - DONE
2016 - Grant Steering Vehicle Security system. - DONE
2017 - New alternator - DONE
Jay Leno's Garage premier - DONE
