The Rebirth of Jillian

[CreeperSleeper]

I'm posting this link up so I can refer to it later... I will be doing this once the new body is on!

https://forum.ih8mud.com/80-series-tech/349909-improving-transmission-shifting.html

 

[Wrench]

Not long after, I upgraded to 37x14.50x17 bias Iroks on 17x8 steelies… Mounted in my driveway with a little help from a buddy:

So how hard was this to do? I tried mounting stock tires on stock rims and it seemed impossible. I gave up and had a shop do it. I can't imagine trying to mount Iroks. I would love to mount my own tires as I don't use wheel weights and I would save money.

 

[CreeperSleeper]

It's not that hard at all. Having 2 people helped a lot. It's a lot easier to mount a tire with a bigger sidewall. Just lube it up well and work it on...

 

[julstirn]

Thanks for the pics and whats the bs on your wheels? I am sure its listed but I am lazy.

 

[CreeperSleeper]

Thanks for the pics and whats the bs on your wheels? I am sure its listed but I am lazy.

Bs is 4.5" with 1.5" wheel spacers. Making then 3" bs on roughly a 9" wide wheel.

 

[julstirn]

You ever have the urge for bigger tires? Or you feel those are adequate

 

[CreeperSleeper]

Of course I want bigger tires! Personally I think 37s are the best on an 80 unless you figure out a way to get lower gears and a stronger front end. I feel Im at the limit with stock running gear, 5.29's and Longfields.

 

[julstirn]

I am thinking of buying a diesel truck and towing the 80 that way can beat on it worry free and save on fuel. You have done similar in a way and just thinking through my options. Looking awesome man, keep the pics coming!

 

[Wrench]

It's not that hard at all. Having 2 people helped a lot. It's a lot easier to mount a tire with a bigger sidewall. Just lube it up well and work it on...

What did you use for lube?

 

[CreeperSleeper]

I am thinking of buying a diesel truck and towing the 80 that way can beat on it worry free and save on fuel. You have done similar in a way and just thinking through my options. Looking awesome man, keep the pics coming!

That was exactly my reasoning for getting my Dodge... that and I love hot rodded diesels! My 80 doesnt need a trailer but it is nice not worrying about getting home!

 

[CreeperSleeper]

What did you use for lube?

Dish soap and water.

 

[Red Sox Cruiser]

Dielectric grease also works well but a bit more expensive than soap

 

[CreeperSleeper]

Got the driver side cut...

 

[Wrench]

Thx guys.

 

[Land Speeder]

Got the driver side cut...

yea buddy!

 

[CreeperSleeper]

This last weekend I was able to join the Jefferson State Cruisers on their annual McGrew Trail Ride. As usual, they put on a top notch event! This is one of my favorite TLCA events, so if you get the chance to go next year I would highly recommend it.

Anyway, enough babbling... Here are the pics of Jillian from the trip:

OMG! Jillian is clean!!!

USFS checking her to make sure she's clean...

JSC member Garret testing out the 37's

As usual, I was helping to lead the pack so by the time the camera was out I was already up the trail. I can't complain though, that's usually where I like to be...

 

[Land Speeder]

USFS checking her to make sure she's clean...

huh?!

 

[Wrench]

huh?!

Drugs? Weapons?

 

[CreeperSleeper]

Close... dirt from other areas. That area has a bunch of endangered and rare species of plants the micro-organisms found in foreign dirt can kill.

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[Wrench]

Interesting. I would never pass.