Buttercup the Beast

[sogafarm]

Heading to napa.

 

[pb4ugo]

You can get rid of those universal radiator flex hoses by using Gates 20416 for the upper and use Gates 20573 for the lower hose. A little trimming might be required. It makes for a cleaner look.

 

[sogafarm]

Thanks for the info, after flushing the hoses and block I decided to get new hoses so will check on those.

 

[sogafarm]

Ok so back in action. She has new water pump, hoses and belts. I cross referenced the gates numbers at napa and they worked out great, thanks @pb4ugo.

 

[sogafarm]

I was getting some wear on the front tires so I checked the alignment and it was almost an inch of toe in so went with an eighth toe in and she’s driving much better. I switched up the 33’s to Montina putting the worn tires on the back and put 31’s on Buttercup. Transformed the ride of Montina with the 33’s so will keep both set ups for a while.

 

[Dedtruk]

I noticed that my wheel bearings were loose so I pulled the hubs and tightened them up. Grease looked good. I’m not sure what disc break setup this is from as it’s on a ‘72.

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Looks like a disc brake swap kit that JT Outfitters sells. I believe it is based on Monte Carlo calipers, but I'm almost certain they're GM calipers regardless of model.

 

[Dedtruk]

Monte Carlo calipers, 1994 apparently (info on page two). Ya gotta love Mud! Additional info on page one of Rusty Pumpkin also.

Build Thread 'Build: Rusty Pumpkin Project 74' FJ40'

Apr 27, 2024

Long time reader here and recently picked up this 1974 project. I've had a 2000 LC for a few years now.

So here is what I know so far about this rig:
- SN from frame the frame FJ40 162185
- Engine SN is F 406213
- title says 1974
- I believe the original color is Pollux Orange

The story of the truck from what I was told was that it spent most of its life in Texas as a fleet vehicle, then it was sold to an owner in Florida before the seller purchased it. They drove the truck from FL to PA and the previous owner had it for 8 years before selling it to me. Repair work that was completed 8...

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[sogafarm]

Monte Carlo calipers, 1994 apparently (info on page two). Ya gotta love Mud! Additional info on page one of Rusty Pumpkin also.

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/build-rusty-pumpkin-project-74-fj40.1337578/page-2

Awsome thanks for that reference! Those look like the ones.

 

[sogafarm]

Pics with the 31’s. Handles way better since the alignment. Took the wife for margaritas on Valentine’s Day in it.

 

[RevISK]

That steering wheel is rad!
More pics please

 

[sogafarm]

That steering wheel is rad!
More pics please

Steering wheel, i think, is from a Camero or Corvette. I want to refinish it with lacquer in the near future.

 

[RevISK]

Try boiled linseed oil, it goes deep and you can keep adding thin layers as time goes on. Real purdy.

That steering wheel is so boss.

 

[sogncab]

Try boiled linseed oil

I'd recommend tung oil.

Takes a long time to cure, but is a pretty durable finish one you get enough coats on.

 

[charliemeyer007]

LinSpeed oil for gun stocks is the best. Apply when oil and wood are warm the first time for best penetration - finger dunks - rub it in until it doesn't take any more. You can buff in second and perhaps a third coat with old rag - dispose the rag properly properly to prevent fires. light scotch brite to remove any clumps of dried drips,

 

[sogncab]

Linseed oil yellows so much compared to tung oil. I also dont think you can build coats as heavily either.
Both products will require many many coats.

Skip the scotch pad.
#0000 steel wool will be the hot ticket for a finish that is really nice to the touch.

Not to start a pecker measuring contest, but I've been a cabinet maker for almost 30 years and not talking completely out of my ass

 

[sogafarm]

Linseed oil yellows so much compared to tung oil. I also dont think you can build coats as heavily either.
Both products will require many many coats.

Skip the scotch pad.
#0000 steel wool will be the hot ticket for a finish that is really nice to the touch.

Not to start a pecker measuring contest, but I've been a cabinet maker for almost 30 years and not talking completely out of my ass

My dad and i used to make custom hunting knives and we used tung oil on the rosewood and pecan handles, also used the steel wool between coats and to shine it up. Looked nice and still have a few examples that are holding up fine.
I used to do finish work at a reclaimed furniture company and we used spray lacquer with 220 grit sanding between layers. I hated the smell but it looked beautiful. I’ll probably go that route for a deep glossy finish.