Builds 2001 LC HZJ78 AK -RESTORATION- For Overland (1 Viewer)

[mt72]

The inner hood had some work to do but we are not spending super much time on this repair since it covers almost all the way. Minor repairs on the inner doors then the full chassis will get a 3rd coat of epoxy primer this time before the Imron paint and clear coat made for durability

 

[mt72]

Still, a little more to go before epoxy primer. Found some more bullet holes for welding and everything was sandblasted for more adhesions

 

[mt72]

Quick update on the chassis finished the floor welding after sandblast we counted 30 holes of gunshots my friend said he never seen this apart that on TV

2 cracks we’ve missed on the drivers side and passenger side too

I also discovered that the passenger door frame was crushed by 3/8 inch...so we used 10 tons to redress it

 

[mt72]

I am back from my little holiday in Nicaragua now had some time to go to the shop and we bring back the frame home for me to work on!

Still, some body works to do but the worse is done!

Floors are all sandblasted

Firewall done

Few bullets holes welded

Hood ready for paint (it's not painted) and sealed

I had to unwrap the box because the bracket was inside the tent so here's a glimpse of my Christmas present. Note the bracket are fixed inside the chassis and I wanted them with a real nut not rivnut that will loosen + I want the white too hahaha

 

[mt72]

This guy was a little bit nasty

Cleaned and inspected 1/3 done

 

[mt72]

After brushing the front apron’s to bare metal! I started to sand the frame about 1/4 done today can’t work on it but perhaps tomorrow!
Have unbolt fuel, brake line to do a good job

 

[mt72]

Small update I’ve been able to sand pretty much up to the front sway bar now. I will keep up tomorrow, Also have the chance to rebuilt the rear sway bar but will paint it at the same time as the frame

All brake line, fuel line are cleaned, brackets sandblasted.

 

[mt72]

Today I finished sanding the frame, inspection of the wire transmission, cleaning the plugs!
I need to figure out where is located the transmission drain plug and put her some news fluid anyone can point me out

Meantime we have mounted the switch pro
On the firewall with real screw!

Also decided to weld bolt on the aprons front and rear to have solid Kut snakes since the kit come with small screws it’s not a good combo for rust

 

[Rigster]

Thems switch pro's are spendy! What all are you planning to run through it?

Like the progress so far, but I am guessing you are not coming for a visit this year? Looks like you will still have a hobby through the winter!

 

[mt72]

Thems switch pro's are spendy! What all are you planning to run through it?

Like the progress so far, but I am guessing you are not coming for a visit this year? Looks like you will still have a hobby through the winter!

Yeah, the switch pro was a bit salty! I'll run interior light, heat seats, compressor, and rear light for camp and they are all programable so I am certain to find some utility
I am hoping, I know I hope too much to have the cabin back on the frame in September... Playing a little with the truck this fall would be nice!

The interior cabinet will be this winter for sure and later the turbo set up... I have come to understand this is not a race just want to do it right! Plenty of rocks to turn until then

 

[mt72]

Sanding the radiator grill today it’s ready to be punched to 3´´ hole in preparation for the PDI intercooler. Also worked on the Safari snorkel they don’t say anything about cutting the air intakes! Tomorrow’s project then will sand it and paint it in black

First coat of epoxy primer done this product is amazing it penetrates deep and cover the metal no more gun holes both floors are done along with the walls interiors

Both interior floors and exterior will be white in Gator

I will update for more in a few day working to finish sanding the frame and some minor’s welding spots !

 

[mt72]

another day sandblast

 

[Rigster]

another day sandblast

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Whoa! Is that a grain of the sand you were using to sand blast on the table there in the second picture??? How does it not damage the hinges? Remember to remind me to never mess with you! LOL

 

[mt72]

Whoa! Is that a grain of the sand you were using to sand blast on the table there in the second picture??? How does it not damage the hinges? Remember to remind me to never mess with you! LOL

30-60 recycled glass the soft one not the rough sand! The hinge are bare metal with old paint and rust! I purchased new cover too and I will re-grease them once painted white 058
Sanding is not so fun but it get the job done very well to take off rust especially! The gun won’t travel with me

 

[mt72]

Changed the oil in the transmission and transfer case done As usual the bolt for the drain plugs were pretty beat up

 

[janyyc]

You should have upgraded your drain and fill plugs to 90341-18021 , to quote @OGBeno

 

[mt72]

You should have upgraded your drain and fill plugs to 90341-18021 , to quote @OGBeno

I thought about it but I am replacing the whole thing for the H152 when I rebuilt the engine turbo but that’s in a few months 12-18 month

 

[mt72]

Current State tomorrow will tape and cover the parts in preparation for the frame paint job
I wish I could remove the engine and paint the cross member but that’s gonna have to wait until next year or so … it’s very humid here so I have crank the heater and dehumidifier to avoid water in the hoses when spraying

 

[mt72]

So this happen today! I will paint the other parts tomorrow and start reassembling when dried

 

[mt72]

Today project was to put back the coils and shock, changed the fan and motor too
Couldn’t paint the parts it’s to humid and rainy
That frame is shining