Build Chef's FJ45LWB-PU

[OPMACHINE]

It is coming together really nicely. I will take more pictures tomorrow as we finished welding. @tornadoalleycruiser thank you for the opportunity!!!

 

[theSherpa]

Beautiful work

 

[65swb45]

That is the finest LWB bumper I have ever seen. Very classy.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

@OPMACHINE sent me an update.. Headed to powder coating.
Pretty freaking amazing one off 45 LWB rear bumper.
Thanks Jack..

All the little details will be shared when we install.

 

[theSherpa]

 

[theSherpa]

 

[theSherpa]

The recipient, loaded up for a little trip to NC for the Relic Run..

 

[theSherpa]

One LWB pulling another…

 

[jfz80]

It was a real pleasure to meet you guys and a treat to see Chef’s truck in person. Safe travels on the way home and keep up the great work... looking forward to seeing that rear bumper.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

teaser shot of bumper in powder sent by @OPMACHINE .. Should really pop..
I'll let Jack post up pictures when his schedule allows.. Lucky for him his shop is busy.. I appreciate him working this into his busy schedule.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

Coming soon to a loading dock near me. My custom request added, bottle opener. Looks like we got a cool logo to make it symmetrical. Worth the wait!

 

[theSherpa]

Dang, that’s purty

 

[Polecat]

I’d heard the story before, but finally dug up this thread after being able to see the truck in person last weekend. Just wow - incredible truck, but an even more incredible story of dedication and selflessness from @tornadoalleycruiser, @theSherpa, and so many others who contributed along the way.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

Update! Bumper had been riding around in the parts hauler prius for a week but finally made it to @theSherpa 's shop for some test fitting. Hole drilling next. I had to bail after getting some wires and spots marked for the holes. Will resume instal soon.

 

[cruisermatt]

it was really nice to meet you guys and check this 45 out last month

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

Install complete.. Need to figure out why the reverse lights are not working still.. My guess, something simple like a fuse. I will send @OPMACHINE some of my input. I can post up a parts list of the lights used later for those interested. Really finishes up the rear of the truck and will provide some much needed protection for her behind.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

Best mod yet! I had @OPMACHINE install 2 welded nuts for a magcap bottle opener. He knocked it out of the park by adding his company logo for symmetry.
Amazon product ASIN B014LOTXSU

 

[whitey45]

Reminds me of my 45! Trail beers!

 

[theSherpa]

Nice!

 

[knuckle47]

@tornadoalleycruiser and @OPMACHINE

this is one of the most beautiful bumpers I have yet to see. Driving 56 years and it is truly #1

congratulations