Builds lx450 FJ80 Land Cruiser buggy build (2 Viewers)

[fire6945]

Did get to drive it up a local trail a few weekends ago, everything seams good to go, didn't have a window then, and at 55mph on the hwy i figured i better saw one out. Now just got to add some tunes and limit straps, and see what all she will do.

 

[GW Nugget]

SLICK NICKLE.
All this rig needs is taller tires & that's it.

 

[05CTD]

Looks really good - lexan beats bugs in the teeth anytime haha.

 

[fire6945]

Checkin the limit strap out

 

[EWheeler]

Checkin the limit strap out

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How does this thing wheel? Awesome build!

 

[peesalot]

Kinda looks like a 55

 

[fire6945]

So fa

How does this thing wheel? Awesome build!

So far so good. I have been 3 times hit some pretty good spots with no trouble. Keep forgetting to get pics. Will soon.

 

[chappysfj40]

i started one of these almost 2 years ago, sold it because my heart was not into making an 80 what i wanted to do, my problem was i already had a toyota PU that was a buggy so when i started this i did not have a clear plan like you have. Very cool cool cool

 

[fire6945]

i started one of these almost 2 years ago, sold it because my heart was not into making an 80 what i wanted to do, my problem was i already had a toyota PU that was a buggy so when i started this i did not have a clear plan like you have. Very cool cool cool

So far the only main things I need to do this winter if figure out a reroute of the exhaust. Already mashed it almost flat. Would like to find a 105 downpipe, no luck so far. Then after that maybe a flat belly pan and removable roof.

 

[chappysfj40]

how much more removabe of a roof? all you got is bars?

 

[Broski]

how much more removabe of a roof? all you got is bars?

I think he want's some shade some times

 

[fire6945]

I think he want's some shade some times

Yeah, Just the typical 3/16" alum plate to keep the tree limbs and things from falling in. Have had that happen and those creepy's like to toss rocks in the air. That wasn't fun.

 

[VTrocker]

nice work man. what springs/shocks are you running?

 

[fire6945]

stock rear springs, 2" Dobinsons front, And Just some cheap Monroe Shocks I got from Summit racing. Figured the lengths I needed and got those. They have the best selection or search bar for extended, collapsed length etc.. Tried to keep it simple, and with no sway bars it still handles good going down the road.

 

[baldilocks]

I like this build because it’s simple and seems realistic for most of us who are on a quest to learn as we go and log some time on the welder.

The front fenders are appealing and something I’ve considered doing on my 80. Looks great!

 

[Ryan Towry]

i really love this. I have a parts rig with a stripped interior and some missing radius arms that i have been itching to do this to.

 

[fire6945]

Winter project just got here. Bought an in-frame header from Australia, was a little worried when it showed up just wrapped in plastic. I'm in East Tennessee. So far it looks like its going to fit.

 

[fire6945]

Winter project just got here. Bought a in-frame header from austrailia, was alittle worried when it showed up just wrapoed in plastic. I'm in East Tennessee. So for it looks like its going to fit.

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[Redgrrr]

Winter project just got here. Bought an in-frame header from Australia, was a little worried when it showed up just wrapped in plastic. I'm in East Tennessee. So far it looks like its going to fit.

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Got a link/company to share for the header?

 

[fire6945]

Got a link/company to share for the header?

Here are a few screenshots from the ebay add. Think i ordered it mid november got it first of january, not to bad from austrailia.