Builds CLARK - FJ62 docu-series thread

[toy_tek]

I've got rad buddies.

 

[toy_tek]

Dobinsons have gotten the last dollar from me.
Far too many issues and far too few F’s to give.

Kind of a shame. I love the ride.

 

[RevISK]

Kind of a shame. I love the ride.

The US customer service is a joke.
The quality control in general is too.

Been enjoying following Clark along.

 

[toy_tek]

Minor update. Seemed to have developed a bit of a erratic idle, maybe better described as a slight miss or stumble, mostly noticeable in the exhaust note. Checked/adjusted valves and timing a few months ago so I know thats all good. Fuel pump/pressure regulator is all set from the tank work I did in March. Hadn't done a proper compression check in awhile so I started with that.

Miles: 263834
1 - 170
2 - 167
3 - 153
4 - 149
5 - 150
6 - 155

I think that's decent for the mileage. Well above the minimum. Cleaned and gapped the plugs. They all looked pretty good, no abnormal combustion issues showing.

Decided to install the rebuilt injectors I have for the spare engine. Aside from the injectors, the only other parts needed are the Orings (x6), Spacer cups (x6) and the intake tank to manifold gasket. Since I was in there, I decided to install the desmog kit I got from TLCPerformance awhile back.

To my delight it started right up and have no fuel or vacuum leaks. Short test drive reveals what seems to be slightly more pep and smoother idle. Also was surprised how much quieter the engine bay is without the smog pump... mine worked fine and wasn't "noisy"... or at least I didn't think so.

Oh and I went to see Exodus last week... I've seen them every decade since the 80s and they are ripping harder than ever!! Some of their peers should take note. Stoked for a new double album slated for next year! Check out this sick custom lowrider paint job on Gary's V !! I was front and center for the entire show, and for a few days after my neck reminded me I'm not 17 anymore.

 

[CruiserTrash]

@toy_tek I can’t stand in front of Marshall stacks anymore either, though I still do. I have mild tinnitus so I’ve gotten real serious about hearing protection - even when running an angle grinder too. My partner and I saw Swans a few times the past couple years and that made me wish I had better earplugs. There’s been 7 of them on the past few tours and each person is playing through the same 800w amp