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[DangerNoodle]

You may not like my build, either, @DangerNoodle, as it will also have a full body. Doesn’t yours have a full body? I don’t plan on doing anything harder than Pritchett Canyon so it will be fine for that application.

My Cruiser had rock chips down the driver’s side since it was brand new so I guess I got used to them I do like the Linex and it would be nice to have something that looks good and that was durable. I was planning on at least lining the underneath and interior with Raptor liner. We’ll see what happens.

I love full-body crawlers, but I'm not the biggest fan of fully bedlined bodies. I can't disagree with how nice it is to not worry about paint, though.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Started to put things back onto the body today. Pretty happy with the way the dash turned out. Just need to find something cool to put on the glove box instead of factory transmission / transfer case emblem. Rear taillights look a little out of place with ought the spare tire carrier but hope to get body back on frame ASAP.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Snorkel got line-x like rest of the accessories. Just need to find a cool cap to fit. Firewall is starting to fill up as well. Mounting the batteries behind passenger seats in the back and use distribution block to keep firewall clean.

Seat bracket super beefy and helped stiffen up the aluminum floor.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Finished up suspension, bump stops, and made some sway bar bracket extenders to match the lift. Just waiting on a few more fittings for fuel and brake lines and body will go on!

 

[Bripars40]

Snorkel got line-x like rest of the accessories. Just need to find a cool cap to fit. Firewall is starting to fill up as well. Mounting the batteries behind passenger seats in the back and use distribution block to keep firewall clean.

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Seat bracket super beefy and helped stiffen up the aluminum floor.

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Maybe I missed it but where did you find that snorkel?

 

[MountaineerLC]

Wow, fantastic build! Looking forward to seeing this continue to come together.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Maybe I missed it but where did you find that snorkel?

Was a custom Fab out of Edmonton Alberta. Can get the info for ya if you like

 

[Bripars40]

Was a custom Fab out of Edmonton Alberta. Can get the info for ya if you like

That would be great! My v8 intake needs to draw air from the passenger side so I’m considering adding a snorkel at the same time.

 

[newmexicokid]

I would love information about the snorkel too. Can you tell us what steering column setup you’re using as well?

 

[mano002]

I think that's an @Awl_TEQ Snorkel, I have the same one on my 40. The Dobinson spin-top (left) didn't flow enough air for my 350, so I went with an amazon top (right).

 

[Farmer Thomas]

I think that's an @Awl_TEQ Snorkel, I have the same one on my 40. The Dobinson spin-top (left) didn't flow enough air for my 350, so I went with an amazon top (right).

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I got it from Land cruiser Dan at 4 Wheel Auto in Edmonton. 4 Wheel Auto - https://www.4wheelauto.com I think he said they are made out of Edmonton. He should have all the info

 

[Bripars40]

I got it from Land cruiser Dan at 4 Wheel Auto in Edmonton. 4 Wheel Auto - https://www.4wheelauto.com I think he said they are made out of Edmonton. He should have all the info

Thank you! No idea why this never came up in a google search.

 

[mano002]

This is what I used for an air-filter box. Universal Air Box w/Filter for 3" Piping - https://haukoffroad.com/all-products/universal-air-box-w-filter-for-3-piping-1/

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Starting to look like a Landcruiser today. Lifted the body on to check all clearances. Had to move around some routing for fuel lines but everything else fit like a glove.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Roll cage back from linex and bolted down. Now the tedious task of sorting out all the wiring!!

 

[Scheefdog]

What AC/heater unit are you using? What do you think of it?

I’m guessing it is a classic or restomod air unit and that is why I’m asking.

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Restomod

What AC/heater unit are you using? What do you think of it?

I’m guessing it is a classic or restomod air unit and that is why I’m asking.

All gear from Restomod air:
Retomod Air Cyclone - S, Diablo vents, elevate push Button controls and diablo bulkhead. Their fit and finish is unreal quality and wiring is pretty straight forward. The Cyclone S is their smallest model and it is still a pretty tight fit. Building a dash panel for all my rocker switches that will cover it so hopefully there wont be any sight lines to the heater. Hooked up the electrical for a dry run and it pushed a ton of Air. Little on the pricy side but did not find any comparable options. Overall very happy with the unit.

 

[Scheefdog]

All gear from Restomod air:
Retomod Air Cyclone - S, Diablo vents, elevate push Button controls and diablo bulkhead. Their fit and finish is unreal quality and wiring is pretty straight forward. The Cyclone S is their smallest model and it is still a pretty tight fit. Building a dash panel for all my rocker switches that will cover it so hopefully there wont be any sight lines to the heater. Hooked up the electrical for a dry run and it pushed a ton of Air. Little on the pricy side but did not find any comparable options. Overall very happy with the unit.

Thanks! I've been looking at their units and that is great to hear.

This is a top quality build you have going - nice work on everything!

 

[Farmer Thomas]

Thanks travis, I built this one when I was in university and sold it to by a buisness. I always regretted selling it and 15 years later i'm building another. Regret that it took me so long to get started on another one

 

[Mike Shull]

It is looking amazing! Keep the pictures coming!!!