I always wanted to build a troopy. They are hard to find in the US. I've built a 1978, 1971, 1979 40 series, an 80 series and now the troopy. We also have a 60 series. Except one 40 series, they are all diesel.
I've purchased this HJ75 two months ago, and it cam from Nicaragua 4 years ago. The vehicle has not been serviced well and needed serious work. The 2H diesel engine needs a rebuild, it has no breaks and the steering has a dead band of about 90 degrees. The body has serious rust and the interior is ripped and neglected. The electrical wiring was a night mare. Seemed like a perfect project.
After further inspection, I decided to do a frame off and replace the engine. Found a JDM 1HDT and it will mate with a H151. Motor mounts were ordered from Japan and welded on the frame after stripping the complete vehicle.
Also, found some BMW sport seats, and will replace the skins with new leather and seat warmers. Spent a few hours building the brackets for them.
for comparison the old seats...
The body and sheet metal panels are going to a body shop for stripping and paint. Meanwhile I'm planning to work on the frame. Replace front suspension with coil springs. I have access to a 79 frame, so let's see how it goes. Also, I purchased a AluCab Hercules and installing 4x4Lab bumpers with swing arm and winch.
Stay tuned...
I've purchased this HJ75 two months ago, and it cam from Nicaragua 4 years ago. The vehicle has not been serviced well and needed serious work. The 2H diesel engine needs a rebuild, it has no breaks and the steering has a dead band of about 90 degrees. The body has serious rust and the interior is ripped and neglected. The electrical wiring was a night mare. Seemed like a perfect project.
After further inspection, I decided to do a frame off and replace the engine. Found a JDM 1HDT and it will mate with a H151. Motor mounts were ordered from Japan and welded on the frame after stripping the complete vehicle.
Also, found some BMW sport seats, and will replace the skins with new leather and seat warmers. Spent a few hours building the brackets for them.
for comparison the old seats...
The body and sheet metal panels are going to a body shop for stripping and paint. Meanwhile I'm planning to work on the frame. Replace front suspension with coil springs. I have access to a 79 frame, so let's see how it goes. Also, I purchased a AluCab Hercules and installing 4x4Lab bumpers with swing arm and winch.
Stay tuned...