It’s nice to know that recycled beer cans can contribute to a shiny new Toyota bumper. 
What did you do on your 70 series today? (31 Viewers)
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I nabbed two wheels/tires off of my wife's 200 last night to see how the size looks on my pickup. It is a jump up in height 1" to a 34" and a bit over 1" more in width. Her 200 has 275/75-17 Yoko G003's on it. The offset is wrong but good enough for this test. I definitely like the tire size match to the lift over what I have. The rubber overdrive (over,overdrive?) would be nice too, since this will be a long distance rig with the alucab in the back.
I'm not sure I would pull the trigger on a setup like this, but it is nice to be able to get a real idea of how it looks.
I'm not sure I would pull the trigger on a setup like this, but it is nice to be able to get a real idea of how it looks.
LS3, i went with "connect and cruise" just to simplify a bunch of issues (and some of the big downsides like loom being long doesnt bug me). At the core of that decision is wanting to swap in a 6L80, the aftermarket ecu support for the 6L80 isn't super mature yet is my understanding.
Got it fully mounted, my big hope was that the adapter meant for 80-series would mount up correctly and space things correctly. That totally worked which was huge, now onto wiring, fuel, cooling, steering, etc. Self imposed goal is to have it ready to go for expo PNW so feeling the pressure, I think in a good way
prwillard2
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You'll have to document how the swap went. Maybe I'll hire you to do mine in 5 years!LS3, i went with "connect and cruise" just to simplify a bunch of issues (and some of the big downsides like loom being long doesnt bug me). At the core of that decision is wanting to swap in a 6L80, the aftermarket ecu support for the 6L80 isn't super mature yet is my understanding.
Got it fully mounted, my big hope was that the adapter meant for 80-series would mount up correctly and space things correctly. That totally worked which was huge, now onto wiring, fuel, cooling, steering, etc. Self imposed goal is to have it ready to go for expo PNW so feeling the pressure, I think in a good way
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Wish I was headed to Expo PNW, would love to see the build!
It was a cold winter here in Michigan, and having an uninsulated barn doesn't promote a willingness to bust your knuckles on things when it's single digits. So far, a pretty mild spring as well but I was able to make headway on my 92 Jj70.
Got the bumper all stitched up and grind down. Now just need to do some sanding with the DA and it should be ready to send off for powder coat.
Just some routine stuff on the hdj, some new shocks and brake pads, then it was back to work. Also added some new spotlights before the winter.
Billyfj7312ht
Should only take ten minutes
Had some great luck a few weeks ago.
I turned my tub camper build upside down and heard something fall out. The tub is the rear end of my original donor 73 series which I kept to make a camper.
I’ve known for 9-10 years I had the inspection panel for the fuel sender somewhere I just didn’t know where it went. Apparently while the old body was on the rotisserie it must have slid to one side and lodged itself up under the passenger side internal cavity.
I cut a piece of plastic to cover the inspection porthole thinking I’ll find it in one of the boxes I’ve carried house to house but to no avail after years of searching.
Long story short I cleaned it, straightened it, primed, painted, new grommets, foam seal and installed it today.
Sometimes it’s the small things.
I turned my tub camper build upside down and heard something fall out. The tub is the rear end of my original donor 73 series which I kept to make a camper.
I’ve known for 9-10 years I had the inspection panel for the fuel sender somewhere I just didn’t know where it went. Apparently while the old body was on the rotisserie it must have slid to one side and lodged itself up under the passenger side internal cavity.
I cut a piece of plastic to cover the inspection porthole thinking I’ll find it in one of the boxes I’ve carried house to house but to no avail after years of searching.
Long story short I cleaned it, straightened it, primed, painted, new grommets, foam seal and installed it today.
Sometimes it’s the small things.
Been stuck in Trinidad Colorado for a couple days with the HZJ77 due to starter/battery issue but at least the weather is nicer here than Texas. I guess no amount of trip prep will stop the surprises from coming out. Hope to head back home by tomorrow at least.
That stinks. At least Trinidad is nice. Have looked at property there. If I ever quit blowing money on Cruisers and get serious about retiring, I might actually find a getaway place
. RC, who you probably met at Jimmy's lives in Trinidad. Can't remember his mud handle
CaptClose
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I think that’s the guy he’s talking about
I couldn't remember how to spell your damn handle!
Repaired the wiring to the cigarette lighter that the PO has snipped for a janky inverter setup 
Added a voltage guage/usb charger that’s capable of handling my 24v system. Didn’t know I needed it till I saw it, best $20 I’ve spent at Amazon in a long time
Added a voltage guage/usb charger that’s capable of handling my 24v system. Didn’t know I needed it till I saw it, best $20 I’ve spent at Amazon in a long time
@FJ73Texas , the character on the left
Haha. I remember that chicken torture that day at Jimmy's barn. I think that was the day I first met you.
Thanks for pointing that out Pat. I do know Ryan @CaptClose and he texted me after you told him of my troubles here. I had no idea he was living in Trinidad specifically. I came up to his place to visit for a bit after he texted me that you told him.
Update: had a starter shipped over from cruiser outfitters and I am up and running again but unfortunately that was before I realized that Ryan lives here about 15 mins away from where I broke down.
Glad you got to meet up at least. Their place is pretty cool and he and Martha are great people. "Pastor Ryan" did us the honor of presiding over our wedding (almost) 2 years ago.
Good luck getting home!
Well, not sure the FT will sound ‘manly’ with a muffler. Pressure from upper management.
