crushers
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looks like new, i have never seen one in pieces. thanks for posting.
1970 FJ40 restoration
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Nice work on the jack!!
EDIT: Nice work on the whole project, but I think you already knew I like reading this thread
EDIT: Nice work on the whole project, but I think you already knew I like reading this thread
This has been awesome to read and look at. Can't wait for some more!!!
I love what you are doing here and am totally using your fantastic beta to begin restoration of my own. Incredible job!
One question I have regarding replacement metals welded in to replace/repair the rusted areas is, can I use galvanized metal and etch it before coating, or should I use regular carbon steel sheet metal? (Specifically for those rear corners and places in the floor boards where I have a few holes.) And also, are you using a self etching primer or a product like POR 15 to seal the areas that you have rebuilt?
One question I have regarding replacement metals welded in to replace/repair the rusted areas is, can I use galvanized metal and etch it before coating, or should I use regular carbon steel sheet metal? (Specifically for those rear corners and places in the floor boards where I have a few holes.) And also, are you using a self etching primer or a product like POR 15 to seal the areas that you have rebuilt?
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I never considered using galvanized steel, just because you need to grind the galvanizing off to weld it. If you don't it contaminates the weld and creates poisonous fumes.
I used PPG DP50 epoxy primer on the whole body including the repaired areas to prevent corrosion. I then applied the body filler where needed over that, then sealed in the body filler with another coat of epoxy. I am currently bock sanding coats of PPG K36 acrylic urethane primer surfacer on the exterior of the body to get everything nice and straight. ( I left the spot welds untouched) I will then do a final sealer coat of epoxy prior to shooting the finish coat. The paint will be single stage PPG Concept DCC acrylic urethane
thecrazygreek
A.K.A. TheCraftyGreek
I just gonna clean and paint my jack assembly and call it good. I dont think it would ever fail...would it? I mean, it may be used 10 times in 30 years? That being said... more Kudos for you and this build. And your metal recomendations are spot on... I do the same on mine...
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- #208
This was a fun afternoon project. The jack worked okay when I got it, but now it works butter smooth, like brand new. Rust was getting to the bearing in the base. It really was not that much work.
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- #209
I am not sure what you are referring to....
I never took one apart...any seals or O rings?
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- #211
Nope, which allows moisture in.......
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I needed a break from sanding, so today's project was a rotisserie for the tub. I used some old rusty tubing that I had laying alongside the house and some steel from my scrap bin. I am in to it for about 40 bucks for the casters from Harbor Freight. I guessed pretty close on the C/G as you can rotate the tub 360* one handed.
Awl_TEQ
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Very nice! Nothing beats easy access.
crushers
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agreed, one of the reasons i stopped painting. the mist got into everything.
i would rather pay someone talented to paint at their shop than paint in mine.
love the idea, congrats.
i would rather pay someone talented to paint at their shop than paint in mine.
love the idea, congrats.
Awl_TEQ
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I find the dust from sanding filler and primer is the worst part. I'm doing my doors right now and I sand a bit and then use the shop-vac, repeat.
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I agree. I have been tracking in it all over the house. Luckily, my wife is used to my "projects" by now. I painted my first car in my garage about 18 years ago. I still find overspray on tools, etc. from that. This is the first time I have not had access to a paint booth in quite a while.
Nifski
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zag's, I have a chance to pick up a 1968, complete but taken apart . I am trying to decide how far to take the restoration or re assembly. Your restoration is amazing. how much money has it taken in parts to get to this stage?
I've been following along since the beginning. You are indeed an inspiration! Great job on this rebuild. You have us believing we can do so much more than we otherwise would have attempted. You are an amazing guide. Thank you for plowing the road!
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I honestly haven't kept track of what I have spent on this restoration. If I had to guess, I'd say 20K in parts, not including paint, plating, powder coating, and all of the other miscellaneous supplies like solvents, cleaners, sand paper, blast media,etc. I easily have another 4K or more in that sort of stuff. Although this is the first cruiser I have restored, I have been doing car projects for over 30 years, so I had a lot of tools and equipment already. I don't know what your experience level is, but doing this thorough of a restoration is a major commitment in both time and money. I have been working on this one on and off for about six years. I am doing it because I enjoy doing the restoration, not just because I wanted a restored FJ40 if that makes sense.
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