60FZJ-UTE 6 X 6 CUMMINS 24V 5.9L CRUISER (2 Viewers)

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Motor is set and perfect fit with the FSR radiator with SPAL fan and shroud.

3 degree angle. I'll get the transmission crossmember made in the morning and then the body will be pulled.

Jason
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[Kmonty66]

Motor is set and perfect fit with the FSR radiator with SPAL fan and shroud.

3 degree angle. I'll get the transmission crossmember made in the morning and then the body will be pulled.

Jason
TT


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So cool!! That thing is going to rumble!

 

[Spook50]

Motor is set and perfect fit with the FSR radiator with SPAL fan and shroud.

3 degree angle. I'll get the transmission crossmember made in the morning and then the body will be pulled.

Jason
TT


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Definitely looking forward to seeing the completed project. Another one-of-a-kind Cruiser.

 

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I really want to compound turbo this beast.

So many decisions for this build.........

J

 

[pistonpete]

Go BIG or Stay home !! lol.. Dream shop, dream builds !!

 

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Trans crossmember is mocked up and in place. Drivetrain is fully supported and all weight is on suspension now.

Now MORE work........

J

 

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Running a couple sets of sliders and decided to get these worked in.

Dinkus sliders runners versus my standard 60

1.75" x .188" DOM outer rub rail (.120" standard)
3" x 2" x .250" main rail (.188" standard)
.188" tread plate (.093" standard)
These will have 4 frame runners (3 standard)
5.5" wide tread area (3.75" standard)

Jason
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[tmxmotorsports]

Beefy

 

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A little progress.

Bed comes off tomorrow.

Jason

 

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About down to the rolling chassis again to start hammering out all the welding and misc frame plate additions.

And some new fork extensions since the Cummins bent my others......

J

 

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Over in the paint shop now.

J

 

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Gonna be awesome!

J

 

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Pete is working on finishing the back wall while I'm away. Might be ready to paint by next week.

Jason
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[Spook50]

This is a fun build to follow. Definitely looking forward to seeing the finished vehicle.

I've probably said exactly that already but it bears repeating....

 

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A little more progress. Started block sanding and pulling doors today.

I'm back and can help get this knocked out.

Jason
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More block sanding and prep.

We'll be working tomorrow to get this ready for paint.

Jason
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Chassis is stripped down, fully welded out and ready to go to powder.

Motor is in the customs shop and should get started on tearing it down late next week.

Pete and his helper Damion are cranking on the cab.

@Butt Ugly Chuck came by with chorizo breakfast burritos. Thanks again buddy.

Jason
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[Spook50]

Out of curiosity, what made you decide on powder for the frame as opposed to galvanizing? Cost, long term benefit, appearance (I assume you're going black)?

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Out of curiosity, what made you decide on powder for the frame as opposed to galvanizing? Cost, long term benefit, appearance (I assume you're going black)?

1st) LMFAO--- A GALVANIZE COATER IN CALI, NOT A CHANCE! (cost to ship a frame this size to NUCOR in SLC and back is 3000.00 plus 1800.00 to coat)

2nd) This is a Cali frame to begin with and has zero rust (external or internal)

3rd) I'm not worries about rust. It will never see the east coast or a salted road.

27 year old frame in perfect condition. I easily expect another 27.

Black- BK-04 Cardinal 40% semi-gloss

 

[Spook50]

1st) LMFAO--- A GALVANIZE COATER IN CALI, NOT A CHANCE! (cost to ship a frame this size to NUCOR in SLC and back is 3000.00 plus 1800.00 to coat)

2nd) This is a Cali frame to begin with and has zero rust (external or internal)

3rd) I'm not worries about rust. It will never see the east coast or a salted road.

27 year old frame in perfect condition. I easily expect another 27.

Black- BK-04 Cardinal 40% semi-gloss

Fair enough points. I'm honestly surprised it would be such a PITA and expense to get done in California (at least in your area?).