4 door Fj45 on 80 series chassis (2 Viewers)

[Blackknight1]

I worked on some other projects today but i managed to still give a few hours tothe sliders....

 

[Blackknight1]

Had to work on some other projects today , but we still managed to give the sliders some attention

 

[Blackknight1]

Not a bad week. We got quite a bit done. Here is a quick recap in pictures of what we did and where we are now.

 

[Blackknight1]

I decided to weld the cowl shut. All it did was accumulate leaves and grime. We cut a piece of .16 guage sheetmetal and will weld it in place next week.
The doors are hung back in place. Gaps aren't adjusted yet but we'll get to that a bit later.
We fabbed up some bumper to frame brackets.... those are designed to keep the ends of the bumper from shakingand making noises.
Still wIting for the parts i ordered. At this point , we're keeping busyby doing all that can be done for now.

 

[Blackknight1]

And some more.

 

[Blackknight1]

Let there be lights ! Tail lights that is.....We installed the tail lights into the rear bumper.
I frenched them into the bumper to protect them from a direct hit from the back.

 

[peesalot]

You guys do amazing , I build all my own stuff in the driveway, no shade, dirt, no shop, I see what you guys do with what you have and its is inspiring, carry on.

 

[Blackknight1]

You guys do amazing , I build all my own stuff in the driveway, no shade, dirt, no shop, I see what you guys do with what you have and its is inspiring, carry on.

Thanks man,
We're working hard to it done and running.

 

[Blackknight1]

Waiting for the window seals to get here to finalize work on corner windows. I have to change the door hinge pins as the ones now on the hinges allow too much free play.

 

[Blackknight1]

We kept going on with the sliders and bent the pipe for the side steps. 1.5 " dom . I'm loving it.

 

[Blackknight1]

This week we adjusted the door gaps. Not totally done but getting there. We also finally got to those over fenders . Here are some pictures.

 

[Blackknight1]

I got a decent deal on a Dobinsons 2.5 " lift kit . I was pleasantlysurprised to receive it here only about 8 days after ordering. I can't tell you enough how happy i am about this.
My new door locks partially came in too. I ordered a set of 4 for this thing and another set of 2 for my 40. Only 2 showed up and they're both for passenger doors. I decided not to let these problems and delays get to me anymore. So, in the sake of my mental heLth, i'll keep smiling and order more. Who knows, theyight actually get it right next time.
My wire harness came in this passed week also, but my ecu hasn't yet.
it seems well done. I sent it to Adam at LSXHarnesses.com . I hsent him the one from the donor car and it came back looking like it was on a strict diet, lol.
Those parts arriving here mark a new era of this build. While we continue to fix and adjust different parts of the body, we hope to finally be done with that .... i mean , it has been 26 months (and counting).

 

[Blackknight1]

Did more work to the truck yesterday . The over fenders are made of the same pipe we used for the side steps / sliders. Those will be bolted to the sides of the bed and to thw rear bumper.
The rear of the cab will also ger a section.

 

[Blackknight1]

We will then cover then up with sheet metal . We will reinforce the rear section of the cab on the inside, so it can support the front section of over fender that will be mounted to it..
We made those strong enough to take some serious abuse . At least i hope so.

 

[Blackknight1]

Here's what we did today.

 

[Blackknight1]

It's been a while since i posted anything here. I am now facing a new dilemma. I need to install my shifter and i am not too sure which one would work best for my setup. I also have to install the shifter for the black box and the Hi and low gear shifters. Looks like there will be many sticks going thru that tranny hump . I'd realy like to see what other members with Northwest Fab black boxes did with theirs. Trying not to cut more holes than necessary. I also want a Tuffy style console between the front seats.... there might not be any space left for much after that
Anyone with ideas , pictures of their set up, advice on the brst way to get it done, please, feel free to post them here . Thanks in advance.

 

[FuglyYota]

Here’s what I did, I have a SM 465 4 speed trans, NP203 range box with a FJ60 split case using a custom adapter. I made my own linkage from flat stock and nylon bushings with stick shifters reworked to fit. I don’t love it, but it works and it’s well forward so no interference between the seats. One day I’ll redo it with rods and Heim joints, for now it works.

 

[Blackknight1]

Here’s what I did, I have a SM 465 4 speed trans, NP203 range box with a FJ60 split case using a custom adapter. I made my own linkage from flat stock and nylon bushings with stick shifters reworked to fit. I don’t love it, but it works and it’s well forward so no interference between the seats. One day I’ll redo it with rods and Heim joints, for now it works.

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Thanks ! That'swhat I needed to see. I appreciate your help. If i could see a few more and some finished ones ot would be perfect

 

[Malleus]

We worked on different things yesterday. The rear bumper, the Patrol steering box and the rear window panel all benefitted from some attention

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That black and white photo needs a frame and a place on my wall!

 

[Malleus]

Just spent the morning reading through your build. It was one of the best Sunday mornings I've spent in a long time.

Your work is impressive and I love the result! I can't wait to see the final photos.