1985 HJ75 Pickup (1 Viewer)

[Gun Runner 5]

I haven't been able to look at my truck in the same way after someone pointed out that my tires are "pizza cutters".
And that was after they made fun of my "blue" engine.

 

[cruiserdan]

There could be some left out there but they are no longer listed on the offical BFG site or at tire rack.

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/tire...es/mud-terrain-t-a-km2/tire-details#techspecs

 

[cruiserdan]

I haven't been able to look at my truck in the same way after someone pointed out that my tires are "pizza cutters".
And that was after they made fun of my "blue" engine.

That "someone" already apologized for the blue part but stands firmly behind the pizza part.....

 

[wardharris]

BFG has discontinued that tyre in 255/85/16 and 285/75/16 (what I am running on the 74)

Still listed in 305/70/16 and 315/75/16.

You like um?

I saw the "old" 265/75 16 was replaced with a "new" version.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

There could be some left out there but they are no longer listed on the offical BFG site or at tire rack.

http://www.bfgoodrichtires.com/tire...es/mud-terrain-t-a-km2/tire-details#techspecs

I guess I'll have to stick with the pizza cutter tires.

 

[cruiserdan]

You like um?

I saw the "old" 265/75 16 was replaced with a "new" version.

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I like them. They were in the truck when I bought it so it was not an intentional purchase. I still think I like MT Baja MTZs a bit better.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

 

[Gun Runner 5]

They appear to be very similar performance wise.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

Funny you should mention that topic (new tires) - thinking about adding some new skins for the Burrito. Mud Terrain T/A KM IIs....

Maybe we can convince Charles that his mileage will dramatically increase

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I would think an engine would be a higher priority.

 

[cruiserdan]

I would think an engine would be a higher priority.

BAZINGA!

 

[elkaholic]

I would think an engine would be a higher priority.

O U C H ... That's gonna leave a mark!

 

[cruiserdan]

On the bright side them new skids are not going to wear-out very fast.......Just say'n...

 

[Gun Runner 5]

On the bright side them new skids are not going to wear-out very fast.......Just say'n...

Every static display needs nice tires.

 

[cruiserdan]

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They appear to be very similar performance wise.

I gotta tell you that I backed into my first set of these things since I could not get my hands on GY Duratracs. I am absolutely sold on them now and they are my first and second choice for everything but my Rav4 and my Challenger....

My Rav4 is AWD and I'm thinkin'.............

 

[wardharris]

I would think an engine would be a higher priority.

BAZINGA!

O U C H ... That's gonna leave a mark!

On the bright side them new skids are not going to wear-out very fast.......Just say'n...

Every static display needs nice tires.

OK, OK....

1) I HAD a motor but it went to a better place

2) I HAVE a motor in a crate

3) My build HAS a completion date, at some point in the future

4) I HAVE a user ID on Pirate 4x4 but those guys are mean to me and make fun of my skinny tires and effete styling decisions so I am stuck with you guys

5) I GUESS tough love is better than no love at all ...

 

[Gun Runner 5]

A couple of more photos.....
The boost controller ..... Set at approximately 10-12 psi and the set screw is tightened so I won't do something stupid.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

The new skid plate to protect the bottom side of the Intercooler and radiator.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

The Intercooler is now completely boxed in (top and bottom).

 

[Gun Runner 5]

While I have limited experience with turbos or intercoolers, at 120 kph (flat road) I'm running temps in the 650 degree range and maintaining that speed on a long incline the temp. settled in at about 750-800 degrees.

 

[elkaholic]

Pre or Post turbo? Either way, that sounds very safe ...