Builds Project Lockjaw-1973 Fj40 on Tons

[Paul]

Here is a pic of the RCI rock crawler fuel cell Not bad quality, has a bladder as well. I will run it with in cell fuel pump. I will most likely use this cell as a template and build a stronger cell of thicker gauge. So overall a win. I did speak to about 5 guys running it and they are happy with it. Anyone out there looking at building their own hit me up for a template.

 

[bluehawk]

Well I got Lockjaw off of the lift and on all fours finally. Had a few issues but not to bad.

 

[Paul]

Love the look!! Nice work. You’ve got me thinking hard about linking the front and running some Fj80 or 1 ton axles. Inspiring!!

 

[bluehawk]

Need to open up the rear wheel wells and finish up some body work. Got a ton of stuff to finish up. More to come

 

[Paul]

Keep it coming as life allows. Linking the front has me a bit spooked. No experience. Maybe I can recruit Danger noodle to come out Montana and give me a hand.

 

[Mike Shull]

This thing looks amazing! Post more pictures. I am excited to get my tub back on.

 

[Mike Shull]

Keep it coming as life allows. Linking the front has me a bit spooked. No experience. Maybe I can recruit Danger noodle to come out Montana and give me a hand.

Linking my Cruiser was easier then I thought that it was going to be. Next time I’d spend less time worrying about lower link placement to the frame on the front end. I got pretty good geometry by changing the axle mount and upper link placement.

 

[Paul]

Can you guys give me a reference to read on the technical aspect of geometry for 3 link front? MS I will check out your build tread. Thanks.

 

[Mike Shull]

Can you guys give me a reference to read on the technical aspect of geometry for 3 link front? MS I will check out your build tread. Thanks.

This is a good place to start. I would agree with many to not over think it. 4-Link Suspension Guide | Anti -Squat, Anti-Dirve, and Roll Center Basics - https://www.crawlpedia.com/4_link_suspension.htm

 

[bluehawk]

There is a four link and three link calculator on the web site Crawlpedia

 

[bluehawk]

You beat me to it Mike

 

[Paul]

Thanks you guys. I will start the process. I have my Mini to wheel so the 40 build can take and turn. Appreciate it.

 

[Mike Shull]

You beat me to it Mike

I was hoping that would give you more time to post pictures. Ha!

 

[bluehawk]

Another angle of my 40 as she sits

 

[Paul]

Cool. Been waiting for some updates.

 

[bluehawk]

Working on roll-bar design. Think I’ve got a good idea of what I want it to look like. Now just need to pull some dimensions and stick them in bend-tech

 

[Paul]

What bender set up do you own? Happy with it.

 

[Paul]

Here is my 40 cage. By PC back in the day. Family cage. Still really like it.

 

[Mike Shull]

Working on roll-bar design. Think I’ve got a good idea of what I want it to look like. Now just need to pull some dimensions and stick them in bend-tech

I’m excited to see what you do so that I can borrow ideas for mine With the extra length, I was thinking of a family cage that has sort of a fastback look with the top off. Those are dreams for me. I need to get my tub on before I can worry about the cage.

Here is my 40 cage. By PC back in the day. Family cage. Still really like it.

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This cage looks clean! Let’s see it on your Cruiser.

 

[bluehawk]

What bender set up do you own? Happy with it.

I just bought a JD Squared model 32. I also purchased Bend-tech Pro with the roll cage template software. I’m excited to use it