Builds A 60 Runs through it… (6 Viewers)

[boots4]

We did look at the towers on ruffstuff but the problem is the steering shaft wanting the same space and those towers have a recess that would go over the frame in the same spot. We were thinking about using towers but decided on hoops since they are more adjustable to get the different angle/positioning we might have been looking for to set up the shock angle where we wanted it. The driverside with hoops is always a problem because of the steering box so multi mods always have to take place to that side.

The pics above are in work pics, it was a mock up to see where things fit and to see where we need to make further adjustments, not final location. We definitely have some interference issues with that location.

You need a jam nut and shorter bolt for the axle side, the knuckle is going to hit that. Mine is the positioned exactly the same.

Thanks cruisermatt, we figured the same thing while doing the mock up. Bolts were picked up yesterday on our lunch run. We wanted to get it as close as possible to the knuckle and a shortened bolt and a jam nut (since they are thinner) are exactly what we're doing. We tested steering turn and bolt access before burning it in.

Maybe I missed it, but where are your steering stops on the housing?

Steering stops have not been built yet. That's still on the to-do list. The front lower shock mount was positioned so that we'd still have room for a steering stop pad.

 

[Hojack]

Took a lot of pictures today for the tech guys. I figured I’d get those posts when we just mocked a shock mount up. So it’s done now... welded shocks on the front, so here we go.

Ripped a piece of steel and welded gussets to both shock hoops.

Mocked up drivers shock hoop yesterday.

Mocked up drivers shock hoop today.

The reservoir is actually ran up into the engine bay.

 

[Hojack]

Mocked up passenger side shock hoop.

Gussets installed in the area between frame and shock hoop.

Welded on drivers hoop with gussets between frame and hoop.

Another look of drivers side.

Mocked up passenger side.

 

[Hojack]

Passenger side installed.

Location of shock reservoir in engine bay.

Installed drivers side shock.

Passenger side wheel turned as far to the right as possible. There are NO steering stops yet.

Lower shop mount on axle.

I have more pictures. Need to post later.

 

[cruisermatt]

I would advise against running your welding ground through mechanical components like a steering box. You could creat an arc between the input and sector shaft and create a rough spot, or ignite the highly flammable ATF that the box is filled with.

 

[Hojack]

Finally snowfall in the Oregon Cascades foothills. Been a typical El Niño winter with little/ no snow so far...

Winter Wonderland

Our backyard sled hill

Kids enjoying time with dad.

Evening bbq chicken on the back patio.

 

[GLTHFJ60]

BBQ when there's snow on the ground?! You're nuts!! Looks like your patio has radiant heat in it though, so that must help.

 

[Hojack]

BBQ when there's snow on the ground?! You're nuts!! Looks like your patio has radiant heat in it though, so that must help.

I could have winter all year.

 

[Randy88FJ62]

Interesting brake line fitting at t he caliper. I have been running banjo connections at the caliper that creates the natural arc up and around the shock / axle.
Why did you choose the 45 elbow fittings at the caliper? Curious why people go different routes. Looks good.

 

[Hojack]

Interesting brake line fitting at t he caliper. I have been running banjo connections at the caliper that creates the natural arc up and around the shock / axle.
Why did you choose the 45 elbow fittings at the caliper? Curious why people go different routes. Looks good.

I bought a few fittings just Incase I needed them. After plumbing everything and seeing how the brake lines would flex felt the 45 elbow would work good.

 

[Hojack]

Weather in Oregon looks about as epic as it can get with snow chances through Feb. 22nd. The temp is down to 22F with 6” on the ground. The weather looks like some light snow Thursday and then a major winter storm for Friday afternoon into the weekend. Next week looks to have more potential for more snow dropping out of BC and the Gulf of Alaska.
On the 60 all I have left is the rear shocks and exhaust lines. Would love to have it for this, possible??? Sure just need some time...
Today was a great day to be an Oregonian. The snow and cold weather made for some awesome sights. The morning sunrise headed to work.

Drive home and Alpenglow sunset on Mt. Hood and the snow covered foothills.

My drive along Eagle Creeks towering old growth forest.

Neighbors barn and Christmas tree field

Home sweet home

 

[FJACS]

Taking the kids up skiing tomorrow on Hood.
My wife was sent this from a friend. She’s all... “ and you think horses are dangerous!”

That’s no friend. WTF who does that? The Keystone accident in 1985 completely changed lift engineering and the lift inspection process around the world. I don’t think twice about taking my kids on them. In terms of ski area risk, it’s way down the list.

 

[Hojack]

Picked up some sleeves for the rear crossmember shock mounts.

 

[Hojack]

Friday drive into work with some road side attraction.

Snows been on the ground here over two weeks. Snowed another 3” Saturday and enjoyed another BBQ on the patio, pre 39 birthday celebration.
Was able to play with the rear shock crossmember after work and check clearance issues. The magnets are a tremendous help holding it in place to make sure everything will work. Played with the spacers on the grade 8 bolt so the shock body will clear the shock mount. Need to cut the bolt shorter so the shock can be installed and removed.

My dad surprised me with a trip to Timberline for my birthday. How could I turn down more fun in the snow. Top of Magic Mile Chair @ 7,000 feet. Mid teens with 40 mph wind gusts were brutal.

Evening dinner in the lodge with spectacular views of Hood.

 

[Hojack]

Bummer I didn’t have my 60 in this but still amazing how much snow buried my Highlander over night at Timberline. 18” of fresh overnight. Strong northwest winds.

 

[tmxmotorsports]

Been snowing so much out west makes me sick that i can't get out there and tear up the powder!

 

[Hojack]

Finally an afternoon working on the 60 after a morning soap box derby race with the kids. Today’s goal was installing the rear shock crossmember and shocks. The 2 grade 8 bolts give two shock mounting options. Cut off 1/2” of the bolts so the shocks could be installed and removed. In order for the inside bolt to work had to clearence the area in yellow.

Made sure there was room to remove fuel tank bolts if tank ever had to be replaced.

The shock crossmember had to be slightly tilted down so the upper shock body wouldn’t contact the crossmember.

Welding on the passenger side.

 

[Hojack]

Installed rear Bilstein 7100 shocks with reservoirs.

Drivers side front shock reservoir in engine bay.

Passenger side

 

[Hojack]

Snowball fired right up after sitting about a month. Plan was to take it for a drive but while warming up I noticed oil leaking. Found source was the seal between the vacuum pump and power steering pump.

The good news is that it’s definitely sucking oil.
Removed the power steering pump and felt inside the vacuum pump side. There is a seal inside.

Tried several times to try to align the power steering pump shaft into the vacuum pump housing. The seal inside the pump is not allowing the vacuum pump to seat correctly. Help figuring this out would be awesome. Was really hoping to get a road test in and check brakes and stability with the new shocks.

 

[Mr Cimarron]

It’s be a few years since I rebuild my pump so I don’t remember like a lot of things lately. However there were some good rebuild videos on YouTube I used which should show that seal.