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Builds 76 Project Silver Back (3 Viewers)
- Thread starter SMG
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Installed this awesome Dakota Digital GPS speedometer box.
Still waiting for the rain to stop so I can try it out.
Still waiting for the rain to stop so I can try it out.
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Reupholstered my jump seats.
The frames have a been powdered black. All new seat foam with Cruiser Corps seat covers and new stainless steel screws, rubber bumps and straps.
I highly recommend these covers for the fit and finish.
More pics to come.
The frames have a been powdered black. All new seat foam with Cruiser Corps seat covers and new stainless steel screws, rubber bumps and straps.
I highly recommend these covers for the fit and finish.
More pics to come.
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I hate to do this, but I’ve decided to list my 40 for sale.
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sad to see you sell after all that work!! really beautifully done. i understand your reasons though. good on you! look forward to the next one when ever that might happen
No offense, but are you NUTS? Get a student loan!
By the way, I think the price is to low for the workmanship you put into it.
DSB345
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You did a great job on this rig. You have much to be proud of. I too think your price is a little light. GLWS
Dave
Dave
jim land
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Sad to see you selling it before enjoying it .
you can ask more $$ for this work of art , double your asking price
you can ask more $$ for this work of art , double your asking price
That is a steal for 3o K....If I would not have one 40 already I would jump on it fast!!Great work SMG!! They just quoted me to put the cummins 2,8 diesel in my already restored 40 around 30 000,-!!! so here you got it...
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I have wanting to do this for about a year, but life circumstances sometimes get in the way. I has been about a year since i bought this from Steve. I am the new proud owner of this vehicle. First i would like to thank Steve for such a great transaction. He is a great guy and honest as the day is long. Not to mention his craftsmanship is top notch. .. I have nothing but appreciation for his work. From the moment i showed up to see this rig in his garage, i was hooked. I was trying to be conservative .....I was not going to buy it unless it blew me away ......obviously it did. The attention to detail , and his artist eye was just what i wanted. The detail in the wiring layout, the perfect steering setup are examples that are even more impressive in person. I am not a purist, i wanted an FJ40 that keep the original beautiful look but capable off and on the road. A 40 that i could take anywhere with confidence and take cross country going 70mph if i wanted to. I am not a rock crawler, this 40 is way to nice for that . I also am not new to FJ40's , I have paid my dues building in a garage on a shoe string budget etc. I remember this site when you could get a tub from California for 500 bucks ...rust free...... and have it shipped across country for $300.... Hell i was just a kid from Akron Ohio, i shouldn't even be able to own a FJ40. (LB ref)....but ...I am older now and in a different position in life. And Life is to short to live with out a FJ40.! and more importantly Life is also to short not to thank good people ! So thank you Steve and the others who have contributed to this build over the years.....It has and will bring much joy to my family ....... Also Steve you have the first and last right of refusal to buy this back some day ....as all are witnesses here on IH8MUD. OR your son after he graduates from college and gets a job.......HEHEHE........However i most likely will not be selling this one anytime soon.
However this needs to continue.....This rig great as is.... but... it was not 100 finished. I think the story should not end here, this epic journey should not just fade out . So in the interest of keeping it alive for those who might be interested, i will be starting a new Thread . I will share the rest of the build and any debugging issues / solutions with this rig along the way. In hopes that others will benefit. I do not want to "highjack " this thread, so i will be starting a new one called "Silver Back Lives on" as to have a ref link / searchable ref to the original build but have it unique to me.
However this needs to continue.....This rig great as is.... but... it was not 100 finished. I think the story should not end here, this epic journey should not just fade out . So in the interest of keeping it alive for those who might be interested, i will be starting a new Thread . I will share the rest of the build and any debugging issues / solutions with this rig along the way. In hopes that others will benefit. I do not want to "highjack " this thread, so i will be starting a new one called "Silver Back Lives on" as to have a ref link / searchable ref to the original build but have it unique to me.
Can’t wait to see this in person.I have wanting to do this for about a year, but life circumstances sometimes get in the way. I has been about a year since i bought this from Steve. I am the new proud owner of this vehicle. First i would like to thank Steve for such a great transaction. He is a great guy and honest as the day is long. Not to mention his craftsmanship is top notch. .. I have nothing but appreciation for his work. From the moment i showed up to see this rig in his garage, i was hooked. I was trying to be conservative .....I was not going to buy it unless it blew me away ......obviously it did. The attention to detail , and his artist eye was just what i wanted. The detail in the wiring layout, the perfect steering setup are examples that are even more impressive in person. I am not a purist, i wanted an FJ40 that keep the original beautiful look but capable off and on the road. A 40 that i could take anywhere with confidence and take cross country going 70mph if i wanted to. I am not a rock crawler, this 40 is way to nice for that . I also am not new to FJ40's , I have paid my dues building in a garage on a shoe string budget etc. I remember this site when you could get a tub from California for 500 bucks ...rust free...... and have it shipped across country for $300.... Hell i was just a kid from Akron Ohio, i shouldn't even be able to own a FJ40. (LB ref)....but ...I am older now and in a different position in life. And Life is to short to live with out a FJ40.! and more importantly Life is also to short not to thank good people ! So thank you Steve and the others who have contributed to this build over the years.....It has and will bring much joy to my family ....... Also Steve you have the first and last right of refusal to buy this back some day ....as all are witnesses here on IH8MUD. OR your son after he graduates from college and gets a job.......HEHEHE........However i most likely will not be selling this one anytime soon.
However this needs to continue.....This rig great as is.... but... it was not 100 finished. I think the story should not end here, this epic journey should not just fade out . So in the interest of keeping it alive for those who might be interested, i will be starting a new Thread . I will share the rest of the build and any debugging issues / solutions with this rig along the way. In hopes that others will benefit. I do not want to "highjack " this thread, so i will be starting a new one called "Silver Back Lives on" as to have a ref link / searchable ref to the original build but have it unique to me.
I'm glad you're continuing and starting a build thread on this, Silver back is one of my favorite FJ40 builds on this forum, it's the way I'd like to build my own 40 someday. I look forward to seeing your progression towards completion!
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Thanks for all the nice comments. I am so glad you are keeping The Silver Back alive! Can’t wait to see where this goes and I am so happy that it is in good hands. I hope it brings you and your family many memories!
Trying to finish up this rear bumper. I wasn’t real thrilled with the look of all the different types of hold down latches until I stumbled across this bad boy. This is an all stainless latch that I was able to get for a good song.
It has that nice brute look and is super strong and beefy.
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Hoping to get the rest of it done this weekend. I would like to get this off to powder coating next week.Fingers Crossed.
Make me one....please.So I know this is a little anal, but I don’t like seeing rust streaks coming from my hinges.
I decide to take apart my bib hinge and replace the pin with a stainless one.
Once I had the hinge apart, I was able to clean up the bores then powder coat each piece separately. This should help with rust forming inside the joint.
Keep in mind, my bib hinge was nasty and I didn’t like the idea of spraying paint on a part that pivots.
The pin was turned on my Lathe and is the exact same width as the hinge body so no matter how much you tighten the bolts, it can’t pinch the hinge tight.
I know, I’m a crazy machinist by heart.
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