Another piggy resurrection..
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Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Definitely not FJ60 or 62 or 80.
99% sure it's an IFS mini-truck steering box.
Here is a Pic from Roger Brown (Minitruck guru/smart guy/Trails Truck Tech Editor)
looks like a match to me....
Any updates on what she looks like now? I think I recognize that pig from my nieghborhood...
Doing a loop through the Rubicon area this weekend.
Doing a loop through the Rubicon area this weekend.
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Well, I have a nice collection of boxes now...
Longfield chrome axles and birfs, Aussie lockers for both axles (FJ62), 4x4labs High steer, 62 spring perches, 6 shooter steering knuckles, and the front is cut and turned.
I would really like to replace the springs, but new stock spec 55 springs are unobtainium. I don't want to lift the truck any further than it is, so I may have to settle for a rebuild.
I will get the front axle degreased this weekend, and get a build party together for reassembly shortly after.
We have about zero chance of making S&T with the pig this year, but I would rather do it right than rush it.
Longfield chrome axles and birfs, Aussie lockers for both axles (FJ62), 4x4labs High steer, 62 spring perches, 6 shooter steering knuckles, and the front is cut and turned.
I would really like to replace the springs, but new stock spec 55 springs are unobtainium. I don't want to lift the truck any further than it is, so I may have to settle for a rebuild.
I will get the front axle degreased this weekend, and get a build party together for reassembly shortly after.
We have about zero chance of making S&T with the pig this year, but I would rather do it right than rush it.
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Well, here we are three years later with minimal progress.
I finally have the front (62) axle back built, I will try to attach pics. The rear is being built now, and should be ready next week. I have had to move the pig to my back yard, which is less than ideal as a work spot, but it will drive out under it's own power.
I have been picking up brake parts to finish the axles, then I will have to reconcile the spring locations. Leaving them in place would make me happy, but that may not be possible. I will try to mock that up in the next few weeks.
Here are some pics of the revamped front axle. Longfield axles, Aussie locker, 6 shooter knuckles, Marlin 24mm bearing kit, and custom 1/4" ring gear protection.
I finally have the front (62) axle back built, I will try to attach pics. The rear is being built now, and should be ready next week. I have had to move the pig to my back yard, which is less than ideal as a work spot, but it will drive out under it's own power.
I have been picking up brake parts to finish the axles, then I will have to reconcile the spring locations. Leaving them in place would make me happy, but that may not be possible. I will try to mock that up in the next few weeks.
Here are some pics of the revamped front axle. Longfield axles, Aussie locker, 6 shooter knuckles, Marlin 24mm bearing kit, and custom 1/4" ring gear protection.
3 years with minimal progress? I know a guy that has left his 55 sit without touching it for lack of funds or time or just mad at it. Me.
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Well, progress has been made. First a few pics as she sits after a visit to Mudrack.
This got the axles and steering sorted, the power steering correctly mounted, new shock mounts all around, and a surprise. He made art out of my old rear bumper. This is something we discussed, but wasn't on my list. That said, I'm not giving it back.
Once I get the PO's hacked-up exhaust off, she will officially be running.
Then I can find out the tranny slips, radiator leaks, and the chevy is low on compression...
This got the axles and steering sorted, the power steering correctly mounted, new shock mounts all around, and a surprise. He made art out of my old rear bumper. This is something we discussed, but wasn't on my list. That said, I'm not giving it back.
Once I get the PO's hacked-up exhaust off, she will officially be running.
Then I can find out the tranny slips, radiator leaks, and the chevy is low on compression...
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Ok, here is my dilemma. Gary's work on the outboarded springs is perfect, I don't want to change a thing.
Unfortunately the new bumper wants the 4 holes on the side and the 4 holes on the top for each side. Access to the second set of side holes is nonexistent. This bumper is getting a 10k winch, so I want it to have as solid a mount as possible. I am really leary of trimming the new bumper mounts, and i am not welding it on.
Is there an option I am missing here?
Unfortunately the new bumper wants the 4 holes on the side and the 4 holes on the top for each side. Access to the second set of side holes is nonexistent. This bumper is getting a 10k winch, so I want it to have as solid a mount as possible. I am really leary of trimming the new bumper mounts, and i am not welding it on.
Is there an option I am missing here?
That's some nice looking stuff! One idea is to weld a plate inside the frame channel that extends out from the frame, in order to bolt your bumper to. I'd hate to weld the plate in, but I don't see many options. Did the VIN number get covered up with the hanger brace?
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I will have to look into the VIN, not really sure. I had not considered extend the frame.. the only issue I see there is that the bumper is going to be waay out front. I am going to have to mock it up and see how it looks.
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I had time to make a few changes this week.
1) Removed the tiller. I think it looks nice with an early 80 series wheel (pre airbag)
2) Ditched the old sealed beams for new Hella's with H4 bulbs
3) Thinking about the new color. I want to go blue & white, so here are the 4 blue colors available in a satin finish.
1) Removed the tiller. I think it looks nice with an early 80 series wheel (pre airbag)
2) Ditched the old sealed beams for new Hella's with H4 bulbs
3) Thinking about the new color. I want to go blue & white, so here are the 4 blue colors available in a satin finish.
what is the brand/names of those blues?
Not sure if those are all Toyota colors...
Of course, you should paint the Pig pink.
Failing that, I like the left most color, surrounding the door lock.
Of course, you should paint the Pig pink.
Failing that, I like the left most color, surrounding the door lock.
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These are the 4 rust-ole-um blue colors that are available in a satin finish at my local Home Labyrinth.
From left to right:
1) Oasis blue satin
2) Wildflower blue satin
3) Sapphire satin
4) Midnight blue satin
The blue on the left is almost a little teal, but its growing on me. The navy blue is almost black, and the darker medium blue will take 3-4 coats to cover.
I think for overall color and coverage, the left most blue is the winner.
From left to right:
1) Oasis blue satin
2) Wildflower blue satin
3) Sapphire satin
4) Midnight blue satin
The blue on the left is almost a little teal, but its growing on me. The navy blue is almost black, and the darker medium blue will take 3-4 coats to cover.
I think for overall color and coverage, the left most blue is the winner.
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I am going to disassemble my worst 4 doors and keep the parts, as I have no room to store them whole.
Is there anyone in the bay area who would want the shells of these old beat doors with welded on hinges? I figure they are scrap, but if someone has been thinking about a 1/2 door project...
Is there anyone in the bay area who would want the shells of these old beat doors with welded on hinges? I figure they are scrap, but if someone has been thinking about a 1/2 door project...
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Another present from brown Santa today. I have been waiting about 5 weeks to get these in.
I found the TEQ logo with the rising sun and figured that would make a nice gauge face. I can't wait to see these at night (indiglow).
I found the TEQ logo with the rising sun and figured that would make a nice gauge face. I can't wait to see these at night (indiglow).