Builds BurntToast's FJ62 Build "Hoss" (14 Viewers)

[BurntToast]

Got the hood installed with the lift struts from @c2dfj45. Really nice setup!

Got the brakes bled after I fabbed up a small L bracket. Nice to not twist the lines adjusting the prop valve. Old fluid was really rough looking

Having issues with the blinkers. They would work (have led modified flasher from @CruiserTrash) for a little but touching the hazard switch they would stop working. So I left the hazard switch on, and after 20 seconds the hazards work now but regular blinkers don’t… I’m wondering if the switch contacts in the stalk or hazard switch may be rough?

I thought this burned out trailer box was the problem and cut it out. Nothing changed though

 

[tmxmotorsports]

I like hood struts on my 80 but piss me off when the hood falls down on me I'd keep the hood rod around cool set up none the less

 

[BurntToast]

I like hood struts on my 80 but piss me off when the hood falls down on me I'd keep the hood rod around cool set up none the less

Yup the prop rod will go in as a backup, but this should be super nice

 

[Dubs2017]

Got the hood installed with the lift struts from @c2dfj45. Really nice setup!

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Got the brakes bled after I fabbed up a small L bracket. Nice to not twist the lines adjusting the prop valve. Old fluid was really rough looking

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Having issues with the blinkers. They would work (have led modified flasher from @CruiserTrash) for a little but touching the hazard switch they would stop working. So I left the hazard switch on, and after 20 seconds the hazards work now but regular blinkers don’t… I’m wondering if the switch contacts in the stalk or hazard switch may be rough?

I thought this burned out trailer box was the problem and cut it out. Nothing changed though

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Are you running LEDs? Mine is only screwy after I swapped the dash indicators to LED (the actual blinkers are LED). On my list is to swap the dash bulbs back to the incandescent. Worth a shot?

You’re obviously very well-versed in the electrical side of things so I’ll be following to see what you figure out.

 

[BurntToast]

Are you running LEDs? Mine is only screwy after I swapped the dash indicators to LED (the actual blinkers are LED). On my list is to swap the dash bulbs back to the incandescent. Worth a shot?

You’re obviously very well-versed in the electrical side of things so I’ll be following to see what you figure out.

I also swapped the indicators for LEDs. Maybe I’ll go back to incandescent for a test.

 

[CruiserTrash]

I also swapped the indicators for LEDs. Maybe I’ll go back to incandescent for a test.

I believe this will be the ticket.

 

[dbbowen]

I have to use incandescent for my blinkers on my dash as well. The High beam needs an led though if you run LED Headlights and want it to work right.

 

[BurntToast]

I have to use incandescent for my blinkers on my dash as well. The High beam needs an led though if you run LED Headlights and want it to work right.

Did you run led in your check engine light? My harness warned me it may stay on too. No high beam indicator with the Speedhut gauges I think?

 

[dbbowen]

Did you run led in your check engine light? My harness warned me it may stay on too. No high beam indicator with the Speedhut gauges I think?

My CEL is just a incandescent. My harness came with a CEL built into it though so i just pulled from the power from the built in CEL to energize the dash light. Ahh ok im using stock gauges. no worries on the high beam for you.

Outside of the illumination bulbs i try and run incandescent when i can on the dash because the leds are too bright haha

 

[BurntToast]

One project leads to another. The ADD never ends

The small driver side rear door window was busted when I bought the car and getting around to fixing it. The larger window was full of duct tape residue, as was the channels. All removed and cleaned. Tempted to replace all the rubber in here…. TBD.

Chrome removal continues slowly. One window at a time. Lower valence gets paint, as well as the window run/separator. Both were weathered. We don’t rust here in NM, but the rubber and plastics on cars goes to crap fast

Horn never worked, I think it might be this pin being almost nonexistent

 

[BurntToast]

So swapping the bulbs from led to incandescent didn’t change anything. Odd that it feels like it’s time related. Like turn the ignition off for 20 min and they work again…

Installed 1/8” npt adapter in oil pan for temp sensor, as the 6l80 internal temp is only readable via obd2

 

[Dubs2017]

So swapping the bulbs from led to incandescent didn’t change anything. Odd that it feels like it’s time related. Like turn the ignition off for 20 min and they work again…

Darn. Worth a shot. Will be curious to see what you figure out.

Progress is looking great.

 

[BurntToast]

Exhaust parts on order. Gonna wing it.

Sneak peak to some fun stuff

 

[dbbowen]

Exhaust parts on order. Gonna wing it.

Sneak peak to some fun stuff

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Which headunit is that one? I like how its got an actual knob on it. My pioneer has touch screen buttons and i hate it

 

[BurntToast]

Which headunit is that one? I like how its got an actual knob on it. My pioneer has touch screen buttons and i hate it

A volume button was a requirement! Not cheap, but I wanted wireless carplay, big screen, volume knob.

Kenwood Excelon Reference DMX1057XR

Digital multimedia receiver (does not play discs)

www.crutchfield.com

 

[dbbowen]

A volume button was a requirement! Not cheap, but I wanted wireless carplay, big screen, volume knob.

Kenwood Excelon Reference DMX1057XR

Digital multimedia receiver (does not play discs)

www.crutchfield.com

Thats exactly how much mine was haha

Pioneer DMH-WT7600NEX

Digital multimedia receiver (does not play discs)

www.crutchfield.com

The volume buttons are the worst. and the bluetooth range is.... not great.

 

[BurntToast]

Thats exactly how much mine was haha

Pioneer DMH-WT7600NEX

Digital multimedia receiver (does not play discs)

www.crutchfield.com

The volume buttons are the worst. and the bluetooth range is.... not great.

I saw your setup, and wanted it plus volume knob. I’ll report back how good or bad it is.

 

[EmanC]

Thats exactly how much mine was haha

Pioneer DMH-WT7600NEX

Digital multimedia receiver (does not play discs)

www.crutchfield.com

The volume buttons are the worst. and the bluetooth range is.... not great.

I wonder if you could wire in some sort of external volume knob. NVX Universal Bluetooth Audio Receiver & Volume/Playback Controller Knob for Cars Trucks Motorcycles - https://store.soundsolutionsaudio.com/nvx-universal-bluetooth-audio-receiver-volume-playback-controller-knob-for-cars-trucks-motorcycles/

 

[BurntToast]

I wonder if you could wire in some sort of external volume knob. NVX Universal Bluetooth Audio Receiver & Volume/Playback Controller Knob for Cars Trucks Motorcycles - https://store.soundsolutionsaudio.com/nvx-universal-bluetooth-audio-receiver-volume-playback-controller-knob-for-cars-trucks-motorcycles/

I think @Dubs2017 did something similar with a Bluetooth one

 

[Dubs2017]

I think @Dubs2017 did something similar with a Bluetooth one

yeah I did a steering wheel bluetooth controller. Had to wire a 1/8" connector into the head unit to make it work. It is still a button for volume up/down, but at least easier to use than reaching over to the head unit. I too despise the extinction of volume knobs. Madness. Your audio gear is looking good.