Build Build? 1988 62 daily driver over improvements...

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Transmission arrived late yesterday after I left. 6L80E.

Now to ........... wait for all the other parts that are backordered until October.

Jason

 

[CruisD64]

You're not sticking with the H55F?

 

[Kmonty66]

You're not sticking with the H55F?

Nope, while I think it might be "good enough" I'd rather have the more stout NV4500 but I'm worn out on the notchy shifting of my H55 and I believe the 45 might be worse.

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

FSR radiator from @FJ60Cam Mosley Motors arrived.

Speedhut gauges are in queue as well.

New Toyota Tcase is on the shelf.

Jason

 

[Kmonty66]

Well made the drive to Redding with my sons, 3 vehicles...I think Gretta would be upset with me that huge carbon taxation!!, on Sunday to drop off the 62 and return ESME the its rightful owner @TRAIL TAILOR a couple pics from the journey and the visit!

 

[Kmonty66]

Its been a minute, but the work has begun.

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Engine pulled...

J

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Time for Bob to start the soak and scrub...

J

 

[Kmonty66]

Time for Bob to start the soak and scrub...

J

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Needs a solid bath for sure!!

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Needs a solid bath for sure!!

2-3 day soak in process..

 

[Kmonty66]

2-3 day soak in process..

Get rid of the Flea's and Tick's!

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Before and after

Jason
TT

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Long day but ready to weld in motor mounts and transmission cross member.

J

 

[Kmonty66]

Long day but ready to weld in motor mounts and transmission cross member.

J

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Oh boy!!

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Will set drivetrain tomorrow.

Jason
TT

 

[CruisD64]

That is so clean!!!! Excellent work!

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Drivetrain is set.

Jason
TT

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

62 custom console (keeps rear center heater) with extension for Lokar E-sport shifter and twin sticks.

Jason
TT

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

Quarter panels and tailgate lid installed and relocated the fuel sep.

Getting ready for carpet install.

Jason
TT

 

[TRAIL TAILOR]

@Kmonty66 want to upgrade the 6.5" speakers? Be an easy swap in right now.

Jason