Ditcherman
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Yes but does she like it?
Or maybe she picked it?
Build Meet Ivy, 1976 FJ40 w/VW TDI, 2.8 CRD, OM606
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Or maybe she picked it?
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Truth be told. They sent it as a free switch cover and yes, she said to keep it on. lol.
Ditcherman
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I may have missed it, is your downpipe already wrapped?
I’ve got a cheap little turbo blanket that I think is effective but I know you don’t want to cover up those pretty turbos.
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I didn't wrap it yet. I was thinking I would try it first to see if I need it. I did cerakote the housing and the downpipe. Hoping that pushes enough heat out the pipe that I won't need to wrap. But we will see....
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The winter update has come complete enough to be driving the 40! And I have to say I am seriously impressed! I have this vision in my head how I want this rig to ride and drive. And, I will say today that vision is finally matching what I own!! The motor still needs plenty of fine tuning on the fuel map. But she runs strong and hard. Even hit 40 psi on the boost gauge... I am gonna turn that down a little... And the coilovers in the front are unbelievable!! The ride so awesome!! Looking forward to testing it out in the wild next week!!
Ditcherman
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Awesome, that's a great feeling, very happy for you.
Unlike some people.
Also, do you have Coyote inner beadlocks? Just seeing what looks like 2 valve stems or something.
Matt knows full well it's just jealousy talking and I still love him
Ditcherman
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As somewhat of an amateur psychiatrist, I’d recommend watching this. I think it will help you.
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I need to thank you for the recommendation for Accutune. They were very helpful and knowledgeable. And I am beyond happy with what they sold me!
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@Ditcherman I forgot to answer about the wheels. They are made by Teraflex. I thought they were really cool when I bought them. One is a cover to protect the valve stem, the other is a settable air down valve, and they have a replaceable plastic rub ring. But, I called them recently because I was gonna order 2 more wheels for a trailer so they match and they don't make them in the 6 bolt Toyota anymore.....
Just need to get that intercooler coated now...
Ditcherman
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I know you probably want it pretty, but I’m going to ‘coat’ mine in some stick on reflective insulation.
I installed before and after intercooler temp gauges and can really see the heat sink from the block. I don’t know what’s right and what I should really expect but I’ll at least make some observations.
Ditcherman
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That sounds like an idea that could take off.
So….are you building a trailer to pull behind, like a camping trailer? Or have one? All I’m aware of is the RV.
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Yes sir. Building one. I want a couple things that are not available in pre made trailers. Like fitting a queen mattress... Most trailers are 48 in wide outside.... I get it, sheets, plywood, etc comes in that. But its a little too narrow. And, I want to build a pass through in the roof to get in the roof top tent. That way our kids can sleep up there and I can reach my arm up and check on them. lol.
I did some searching last night. A couple places still have some of the Toyota wheel bolt pattern in those rims. I will try to order 2 so they match.
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Yes sir. Probably gonna be next winter. As I don't want to have it down for a month waiting now that it runs. lol.