Cool “extra windshield washer bladder”. I wonder if mine has it.
Builds Ikarus' HDJ81 Aussie-Style Build (11 Viewers)
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You can tell by looking down into the washer reservoir. Up near the front there's a hole for the outlet that connects to the fender bladder.
White bottle Folex did magic to my horribly stained draped cloth headliner, highly recommend.
+1 for Folex - I don't know how it works, but it does work well.
I used chemical guys lightning fast stain extractor and a bunch of microfibers from Walmart. Spay, let it sit for a minute, and wipe. Spent an afternoon doing that on the whole headliner. Be careful it can remove the printed text on stickers. But I bet any stain remover would work well.
I have two dogs and my headliner is pretty dirty again so I bought a harbor fright 1500 watt steam cleaner. Going to see how well steaming works.
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Air saw got a workout today. Started with the OTC transmission tunnel plate. It seems like it was designed for 80s without airbags as mine has an airbag module and some additional sheet metal on the transmission tunnel and it couldn't sit properly. I marked what I needed to cut but ended up measuring again and cutting a little less.
Using the OTC plate as a template, I cut out the holes in the trans tunnel for the H152 shifter and transfer shifter.
Using the OTC plate as a template, I cut out the holes in the trans tunnel for the H152 shifter and transfer shifter.
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Then since I was in the mood to keep on cutting I moved to the fender.
The template that came with the Radius snorkel was pretty good. I cut on the small side at first and then shaved off a little at a time as I fitted the snorkel.
I'm 95% happy with it now. Will probably tweak it a little more and then install the A-pillar bracket.
The template that came with the Radius snorkel was pretty good. I cut on the small side at first and then shaved off a little at a time as I fitted the snorkel.
I'm 95% happy with it now. Will probably tweak it a little more and then install the A-pillar bracket.
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Drilled out the holes for the riv nuts to fit into. OTC plate is sitting flat now.
It looks like I'll have to trim about 1/2" off the front of the OEM shift boot surround to get it to fit.
Then took out the LH battery box and figured it was a good time to swap out the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
This completes my headlight washer delete.
You need the windshield sun visor to make it like an Aussie style build
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Thought about it! I prefer the look without though
Here are a couple pics I've saved for inspiration:
76 but similar style
All bad-ass looking rigs!!!
I want do it once I get mine back. Not sure if my snorkel will fit with the sun visor though.
You ordering the hood with the turbo-scoop? Im playing around with louvers 1st but would also love to get those hoods.
I want do it once I get mine back. Not sure if my snorkel will fit with the sun visor though.
You ordering the hood with the turbo-scoop? Im playing around with louvers 1st but would also love to get those hoods.
My inspiration:
I was so close to doing the 70 series bonnet when I had it painted this past winter. Some days I wished I had done it.
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Look up the FB group "Modified 80 Series Landcruiser" - it's an Australian group and I've seen guys talking about how to make the visor and snorkel fit together.
Yeah I really want to get one of those hoods. Since I have an FMIC it's just a cosmetic mod rather than a need at the moment. I've found 2 options in Australia:
Landcruiser 79 Series DPF Bonnets to suit 80 series
*Does not include 15% OFF Discount* Upgrade your Landcruiser with our new 79 Series DPF Bonnets to suit your Rig! Made with steel, no cutting, welding or filler needed, just paint and install. Stand out from the crowd with this new and improved bonnet.Suits - LandCruiser 80 series 1990 - 1998
ultimate4x4.com.au
This one is a chinese hood that's ready to go. All metal. Looks pretty good and gets good reviews from the guys who have ordered. They say it has a few imperfections but overall good. I got a sea freight quote and I think we could get them here in the US for about $2K US all in.
Phat Customs 80 Series VDJ Bonnet Scoop - Phat Customs
Full Metal 80 Series Landcruiser Bonnet with the bigger later style vdj79 scoop section welded in, no fibreglass here other than the VDJ insert itself which is not included but can be supplied for an additional fee of $460 as the item is genuine only or you can chase down a second hand one...
phatcustoms.com.au
This one uses all OEM parts and would probably be more like $2500 - $3500 all in depending on options.
Agreed! Would be nice to get a discount
I'm in the same boat. Would love to have one.
As mentioned above. Here is the 80 hood with 79 scoop from Australia. AU $2000 with 15%...=USD $ 1295. No cutting/mod. Direct fit.
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Buy one! I don’t want to be the guinea pig haha
Been thinking about it...
Just not sure if the hood scoop will work with My non diesel turbo set up. Since the high pressure is where the scoop is, might be counter productive. Would be better if the scoop is faced towards the windshield for my application.
FMC80
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I like the PHAT option with OEM parts. Relatively expensive, would like use case from someone for QC and peace of mind.Look up the FB group "Modified 80 Series Landcruiser" - it's an Australian group and I've seen guys talking about how to make the visor and snorkel fit together.
Yeah I really want to get one of those hoods. Since I have an FMIC it's just a cosmetic mod rather than a need at the moment. I've found 2 options in Australia:
Landcruiser 79 Series DPF Bonnets to suit 80 series
*Does not include 15% OFF Discount* Upgrade your Landcruiser with our new 79 Series DPF Bonnets to suit your Rig! Made with steel, no cutting, welding or filler needed, just paint and install. Stand out from the crowd with this new and improved bonnet.Suits - LandCruiser 80 series 1990 - 1998ultimate4x4.com.au
This one is a chinese hood that's ready to go. All metal. Looks pretty good and gets good reviews from the guys who have ordered. They say it has a few imperfections but overall good. I got a sea freight quote and I think we could get them here in the US for about $2K US all in.
Phat Customs 80 Series VDJ Bonnet Scoop - Phat Customs
Full Metal 80 Series Landcruiser Bonnet with the bigger later style vdj79 scoop section welded in, no fibreglass here other than the VDJ insert itself which is not included but can be supplied for an additional fee of $460 as the item is genuine only or you can chase down a second hand one...
This one uses all OEM parts and would probably be more like $2500 - $3500 all in depending on options.
Agreed! Would be nice to get a discount
I'm in the same boat. Would love to have one.
I think a quality hood with genuine components won’t be cheaper than a couple of G’s from across the pond. BUT, I suppose you never know. @efjayatee, time to step up and take one for the team!
