Building an "RV40" (1 Viewer)

[MAKTLCFJ40]

Hmm ,not a bad idea plus you can tow this trailer with your 79 and RR too (for just in case)
I might copy your trailer idea ,looks very tempting

 

[FouadHafeez]

Great starter! Under the graffiti it looks pretty darn good! Excited to see how this beast turns out.

Thanks, mate.

For some reason, whenever the Army auctions off its phased-out trucks over here, they slather paint all over the body (probably to avoid it being used as an active Army vehicle). Not that it really matters, since we'll be repainting it completely, later on. And you're right. Underneath all of the gunk and graffiti, the truck looks to be amazingly rust-free, and in decent nick. The doors are perfectly straight, the bonnet, fenders, tub, et al...are all in good shape. Of course, this is going to cut down on additional labour, when we go about re-crafting everything.

 

[FouadHafeez]

Hmm ,not a bad idea plus you can tow this trailer with your 79 and RR too (for just in case)
I might copy your trailer idea ,looks very tempting

That was the point. The trailer SHOULD hitch to the RR and/or 79 pretty easily, provided we use the conventional method of using a tow hook.

On the other hand, I've been seriously having a long hard look at the last picture I posted of the extended cab ute, hitched to the trailer. I like the look of that arrangement, muchly.

 

[MAKTLCFJ40]

That was the point. The trailer SHOULD hitch to the RR and/or 79 pretty easily, provided we use the conventional method of using a tow hook.

On the other hand, I've been seriously having a long hard look at the last picture I posted of the extended cab ute, hitched to the trailer. I like the look of that arrangement, muchly.

That last pic type (if made) will bound the trailer to just one vehicle on the other hand any capable (future or present) vehicle can hitch the trailer ,although if made multivehicle + the planned 4 door it can serve as both.
Not sure how the height of hitch will be managed though.
I'm sure you will come up with a new plan

 

[FouadHafeez]

That last pic type (if made) will bound the trailer to just one vehicle on the other hand any capable (future or present) vehicle can hitch the trailer ,although if made multivehicle + the planned 4 door it can serve as both.
Not sure how the height of hitch will be managed though.
I'm sure you will come up with a new plan

You're absolutely right, of course. In my defence, I'm already starting to think of the truck and trailer as ONE vehicle, rather than two separate entities.

It stands to sense that the trailer won't be used with any truck other than the 40, especially when both of them are designed from the very outset, to be used in tandem. But yes...common sense (what's THAT?!) dictates that the trailer should be capable of being hitched to just about anything.

 

[MAKTLCFJ40]

You're absolutely right, of course. In my defence, I'm already starting to think of the truck and trailer as ONE vehicle, rather than two separate entities.

It stands to sense that the trailer won't be used with any truck other than the 40, especially when both of them are designed from the very outset, to be used in tandem. But yes...common sense (what's THAT?!) dictates that the trailer should be capable of being hitched to just about anything.

I have a very strong feeling that the trailer will stay in the family longer than any vehicle (due to it's durability,usefulness and longevity).
And InshAllah your grandkids will benefit from fruits of your labour
IMHO it should be a separate entity which will serve longer as compared to tied up with just one vehicle.

 

[White Stripe]

I like both of your drawings, I think what you have drawn up will be awesome. However I am not sure I am with you on the tiptronic trans and 3uz. How strong is the tiptronic? For all the time it will take to wire and program that set up-for your uses I think a turned up turbo diesel would suit better your needs. A diesel out of a Hino would be cool, or a 6bt cummins-but that might be overkill. How about a NPR motor or 4bt? Something where you can boost it to get around 500ft lb of torque or so. You could do an auto tranny which would keep it comfortable and insulate the firewall and hood for noise reduction.

 

[JohnnyC]

If I had know you were changing direction with your build and just doing a 4 door 45 you could have just bought this... It's in a junk yard near ya

Some place near Islamabad ... Ehsan Kiani knows where it is ... He took this picture... If its still there that is

 

[65swb45]

Have you seen the pics of the MM40 I just put new axles under. 7 foot mini motorhome built on an FJ40 frame. There's a link on here somewhere.

 

[FouadHafeez]

I like both of your drawings, I think what you have drawn up will be awesome. However I am not sure I am with you on the tiptronic trans and 3uz. How strong is the tiptronic? For all the time it will take to wire and program that set up-for your uses I think a turned up turbo diesel would suit better your needs. A diesel out of a Hino would be cool, or a 6bt cummins-but that might be overkill. How about a NPR motor or 4bt? Something where you can boost it to get around 500ft lb of torque or so. You could do an auto tranny which would keep it comfortable and insulate the firewall and hood for noise reduction.

I've heard some really good things about the 3UZ from local desert rally-racers here, and the powerplant has been swapped with some success, into cars as diverse as Hiluxes, vintage Range Rovers and Mitsu Pajero Evos! The engine comes factory-bolted to the six speed auto. Now whilst peak horsepower (300 odd) from the 3UZ comes at 5400 rpm, the peak torque (325 lb-ft) comes at 3400 rpm; the latter figure being even better than the 2UZ's peak 315 lb-ft at 3400 rpm. Given that the 3UZ is a lightweight alloy engine rather than the iron block of the 2UZ, performance should be stellar in a lightweight 40 series. Also, given that the 3UZ is getting swapped around a fair bit, means that there's an adequate local "talent pool" that's experienced in matters pertaining to fitment, wiring, and coaxing maximum performance out of it.

I own just one diesel car - the Phantom (with its 1HZ). What can I say...I'm a creature of habit.

Thanks for generating such healthy discussion, and inducing a bit of soul-searching on my part.

 

[FouadHafeez]

If I had know you were changing direction with your build and just doing a 4 door 45 you could have just bought this... It's in a junk yard near ya

Some place near Islamabad ... Ehsan Kiani knows where it is ... He took this picture... If its still there that is

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This place is actually just a half hour away from where I live, and I'm there on most weekends, like clockwork.

Sadly, though, there's been no double-door 40 there for ages...

 

[FouadHafeez]

Have you seen the pics of the MM40 I just put new axles under. 7 foot mini motorhome built on an FJ40 frame. There's a link on here somewhere.

I love that truck. I just love it.

 

[MAKTLCFJ40]

If you are still taking ideas ,just a thought that you already have a 4 door (well sort of) Phantom.
Why not make 2 RVs
One on the 45 like in post 1 and top 2 photos of post 19. On 35s and loaded with excursion tools, a boy toy for guys night out that you will take out with friends only.This can be a permanent bolt on or removable.
The second a separate luxurious passive camper that can be towed by any capable vehicle, great for family.
Best of both worlds

 

[FouadHafeez]

If you are still taking ideas ,just a thought that you already have a 4 door (well sort of) Phantom.
Why not make 2 RVs
One on the 45 like in post 1 and top 2 photos of post 19. On 35s and loaded with excursion tools, a boy toy for guys night out that you will take out with friends only.This can be a permanent bolt on or removable.
The second a separate luxurious passive camper that can be towed by any capable vehicle, great for family.
Best of both worlds

Actually, brother, this four-door truck will be very different from the Phantom in terms of performance. It should theoretically be very fast, very nimble, very maneuverable, and have lots of traction, grip, and off-road capability, too. Very much in rally-car league. It's perfectly conceivable, thus, that the truck might see action in the Cholistan / Jhal Magsi desert rally next year. Phantom on the other hand, is a capable off-roader in its own right, but let's face it - with the 1HZ - it isn't going to participate in any competition where the cars have a 100 km/hr minimum speed limit.

Quite frankly, I think the hitched trailer idea gives the best of both worlds. A well-equipped living space on wheels, coupled with a (hopefully) go-anywhere, go-fast vehicle towing it at the front.

 

[handcannon]

My personal opinion is that you are headed the correct way with having a trailer you can disconnect from the tow vehicle. Years ago I had a pickup and slide-in camper. That combo was very unhandy for me. Any time you are out camping, and want to go somewhere, you either have to take your "home" with you, and run the risk of losing your spot (I like dry camping away from regular pay-to-stay campgrounds), or have a second vehicle. With a trailer you unhook from the trailer and go.

Don

 

[chuckost]

Anyone ever seen an offroad worthy popup tent trailer?

 

[FouadHafeez]

^afraid not. They're just not used in our neck of the woods.

 

[JohnnyC]

Progress?

 

[boozewz]

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