Build Jacks 40 to fake 45 build

[JackA]

This morning I tightened all the brake lines and add some adel clamps to secure them. Added some fluid and gave it a few pumps....instant 4 leaks on the rear lines. Boooooooo. I tightened the leakers down way harder and placed some towels under the trouble zones. So far, no more leaks. I still need to bleed everything. I will save that for another day.
Then I clearanced the tcase shifter hole and added the shift boots and one knob (other one is on its way). I assembled the horn button too.

 

[ijonesinsp]

This morning I tightened all the brake lines and add some adel clamps to secure them. Added some fluid and gave it a few pumps....instant 4 leaks on the rear lines. Boooooooo. I tightened the leakers down way harder and placed some towels under the trouble zones. So far, no more leaks. I still need to bleed everything. I will save that for another day.
Then I clearanced the tcase shifter hole and added the shift boots and one knob (other one is on its way). I assembled the horn button too.

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You sir, are an inspiration. Bravo and keep up the good work.

 

[JackA]

You sir, are an inspiration. Bravo and keep up the good work.

Thanks for that. Helps keep me motivated. I like to here my builds inspire others to do work on their projects.

I should make some good progress this week. Dropping off the rear drive shaft to get lenghtend today. Also have an appointment to get the exhaust done on Thursday.

 

[JackA]

Despite the oven like temps this evening, I spent alittle time in the garage. Had to move some items from sitting outside to the shed. There's a super small chance for the first storm of monsoon season.
My goodies from Mr T arrived, so I added a few easy items to the build. New tcase shift knob and the rear view mirror. Got a new dash pad too, but will install that later.

 

[Malleus]

Details, details...

 

[wimberosa]

I was this day old when I learned those were called Adel Clamps. Thank you...i've been researching clamps for installing winter-time heat wire on my roof and these look like the type.

 

[JackA]

Bled the brakes tonight and we were successful. No leaks and good pedal feel.
On that high note, I installed the dash pad. No issues there either and it fits great.

Then to rain on my parade, the water line from the city to my house sprung a leak. Just can't win lately.....lol

 

[JackA]

Rolled the fake 45 out. Loaded it up for a trip to the exhaust shop tomorrow.

 

[JackA]

Got up early to paint the bottom of the fenders and hood. Looks pretty decent so far.
Now I am off to the exhaust shop.

 

[JackA]

The exhaust turned out good. It's tucked above the frame for clearance. Made from 2 1/2 inch aluminized tubing with a turbo style muffler for alittle more sound. I can't wait to hear it.
Props to Performance Muffler in Peoria, AZ. I dropped it off at 8am and it was done at 11am. Cost was great too at $380. They have done several exhausts for me and never disappoint.

 

[JackA]

5am paint spray to finish up the hood and fenders.

 

[bikersmurf]

You get more done before 6:30am than I get done all week. Keep up the good work.

 

[Living in the Past]

You get more done before 6:30am than I get done all week. Keep up the good work.

Phoenix keeps breaking the record for the most days in a row over 110°. Yesterday I believe was twenty days. Most those days it's well over 110°. Lows are in the 90°s. Even early in the morning it's tough to paint.

 

[JackA]

The heat has definitely slowed me down the last couple days.........that and the 5am starts.
Anyways, I got a package from Mr T today. I got the later model jack rods, handle, and correct era fuel filter. I will run the somewhat clear 60 filter. This way I can see any debris. Eventually I will swap in the correct one with its mount.
I mocked up the heat shield and my China carb. Need to fabricate the throttle cable mounting situation.
I should make some progress the next couple days as it will be slightly cooler.....lol. plus I am gonna sleep in alittle.

 

[tucker74]

Man - looks amazing, love the wheels with the blue paint. I’ve got a set widened to 15x8 on my black 40, so 80s cool . Was going to comment, but saw you were done several months back … a little tray behind the seats will keep the crap from rolling everywhere. I’m sure you’ll get to it once you start using. Looks great!

 

[JackA]

Was going to comment, but saw you were done several months back …

This build thread is in real time. I post pictures as I make progress. I wish it was done months ago.....lol

 

[JackA]

Working on plumbing and loose ends today. I filled the oil and primed the engine. Then got the distributor installed with new plugs and wires.

 

[tucker74]

This build thread is in real time. I post pictures as I make progress. I wish it was done months ago.....lol

Haha - I meant the metal work in the cab, saw you had already lined and painted it. A simple lip across the extra 4” you created would be nice to keep “stuff” from rolling around and into front. Many ways to accomplish this, so no big deal … when you are wheeling in a pickup your stuff will be mostly with/around you

 

[JackA]

I lengthened the one jack rod to fit in the mounts. It turned out pretty good. Clears the seat with no issues.
I filled all the fluids, except the coolant. The only leak so far is the rear diff cover. Not a big deal. Will deal with that later.
Next will be installing the front sheet metal.

 

[JackA]

Front sheet metal is installed. Lined up pretty decent. Still need to add the hood, but will wait to finish some other items first. Getting really close.......