While the exhaust being TIG welded, I struggled this morning with the 32 gallon water tank. I think it will work leaving 7” on the side for the 6” muffler. It’s tight.
What did you do on your 70 series today? (17 Viewers)
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Black stainless sill plates. Had to source screws myself, I wish they came w the black stainless screws as advertised on 70seriesstore.
Removed the hood liner and applied Sikaflex seam sealer between the supports and the hood. 18 new clips to put the liner back on (90467-09014).
Those are nice looking, might have to look for a set.
Kind of a cross post, and happened a week ago. But had a fellow mud member, @sofj45, come out for a visit. Good times, although too short, and lots of talking story. First time I've been at the beach and no one was interested in my truck! Everyone that passed by wanted to know about the Pig!
Family of 5 from Hawaii hitting all 50 states this summer. Legends! And you can follow along their trip here:
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Seems to be a lot of ex 55 owners now with 70 series and I have to say how the heck did you let your piggy go? I pretty much have my dream/forever truck, but man, a 55 with a 5 speed and a diesel and I'm gone.
Family of 5 from Hawaii hitting all 50 states this summer. Legends! And you can follow along their trip here:
55 road trip to all 50 states
Starting to plan out a road trip for summer of 25 got to get lots in order on the home aspect side to be gone for a month. But the plan is take our BaT pig we got a few months back ship from hawaii out to east coast as far north east as I can find a cruiser head willing to help out. Then drive...
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Seems to be a lot of ex 55 owners now with 70 series and I have to say how the heck did you let your piggy go? I pretty much have my dream/forever truck, but man, a 55 with a 5 speed and a diesel and I'm gone.
FJBen
SILVER Star
That’s one way… I’m sure there are similar stories. Sweet truck, and glad you’re safe and in a convertible now
Talk me into keeping mine! (won't take much, but has crossed my mind sadly)
KEEP IT!! and let me borrow it
Man, your work and that truck are absolutely awesome. Thanks for the inspiration.
Absolutely any time!KEEP IT!! and let me borrow it
We put the "Model 79 Mulchmaster" to work today
Divorce forced the sale of my 55’s several years ago. Still miss that solid ‘76 all original 55 everyday! Don’t miss that wife at all though. Tough choice, but decided to keep a 40 and she kept an 80…for reasons.
Mistakes were made. Cruisers were harmed. Character was built.
Viva la 70 Series!
LJ70 - 1987
2.8 Diesel
Malaysia
Bath the rig, then decided for body works...some serious rust, no turning back...it needs time, hope able to finish it
2.8 Diesel
Malaysia
Bath the rig, then decided for body works...some serious rust, no turning back...it needs time, hope able to finish it
Found some clean Prado doors to cut into half doors. Did 9 hours driving and 3 hours on a ferry in the 73. Missing a few bits but rust free and pretty straight. Picked up an extra spare tire carrier a couple months ago.
Thank you. It was great to meet you and you are an outstanding trail lead.
Was this done to reduce the hood shake that these are known for? Did it work?
Yes. Hood vibration is gone when driving. Also no more resonance sound when I close the hood, sounds solid.
