Build My 78' Barn find FJ45

[PG45er]

Thanks Ben! I cheated and painted them in place with a small brush.

Hey Michael, I didn't know we were allowed to cheat. Now I don't feel so guilty .
The projects looking great . I'm sure there are many out there that are as jealous as I am.

Keep the updates coming
Darren

 

[Michael B]

Thanks Darren! No need to be jealous. Just get busy buying parts. That's what I did for two years. After I searched for 10 months for the right 45.

 

[Varty Yo]

Wow man its turning out great.

Are you planning on going with some OEM wheels? It would really set this thing off

 

[cult45]

OMG I'm dying! That thing is amazing!

 

[Michael B]

Hey @cult45 how do you like those "Lollipop" doors?

 

[Michael B]

@Varty Yo Brett I'm not a big fan of the tall and skinny look. Right now I have 15x8 GM ralley rims on it. If I can find a way to mount the stock hub caps on those rims I'll keep them. If not I'll get a set of stock rims widened to go on it.

 

[cult45]

Hey @cult45 how do you like those "Lollipop" doors?

Amazing, I love the dripping wet look. Lots of rubbing gets it that way, then shoot it in clear gloss. Only problem is it the fear of actually driving it.

 

[Michael B]

Believe it or not that is a single stage paint with no clear coat.

 

[Pauciflora]

Well........that sure does look nice. I think the choice to go with a single stage paint rather than clear over base is a good one. It looks much more authentic and refined on a classic car or truck. Looks great. Cheers, Ben

 

[Michael B]

Thank you Ben. The paint is a ureathane product. So it will be tough and shiny!

 

[Michael B]

Well the long wait is finally over. I picked up most of the body from the shop today. Then I installed the engine and transmission.

 

[Michael B]

 

[78fj40mg]

She's a real beauty Mike! That turbo diesel looks amazing too!
Keep up the great work!

 

[Michael B]

Thanks for the kind words Mike. I have really enjoyed the 12HT since I installed it.

 

[Varty Yo]

Hot diggity dam!!!

 

[Michael B]

Roger that Brett!

 

[CharlestonG8R]

Beautiful, sir! Very nice!

 

[Indestructible 47]

very nice mate. can't say how happy I am for you and your 12h-t. some day for me!

 

[Michael B]

A standing ovation!? I'm humbled. Thank you!

 

[Michael B]

Hang in there 47. You'll find one of your own.