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Sheck44

10-08-2017, 05:05 AM

Hey guys, well I'm back with something completely different. This time its not about speed, power or even show car quality ... its all about COOL. This one I'm building for me, a daily driver if I wanted that will handle decently, accelerate and brake very well, and of course something that nobody in this area will have ... :idea:

So here is what we are doing, 1973 FJ40 Toyota Landcruiser with
Pretty much ALL new parts
Completely done up LQ9 with full Holley setup / 88' split case / NV4500 5spd transmission / LOTS of AA parts / 4" upgraded suspension with Fox shocks / 4 wheel disc / 60' Series power steering conversion / PSI wiring with DBW and AAW 28 circuit GM harness / Tanks-Inc / Metal-Tech goodies / Stealth Custom Series wheels and lots more cool stuff

So here is where we are at ...

Grabbed this partially started project from a guys over in Oregon, like new 73' front end with a new Aqualu aluminum tub. Unlike the Camaro, there are NO surprises here, like starting from brand new

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6257_zpslqtu3nmd.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6257_zpslqtu3nmd.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6608_zpspgt9zomt.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6608_zpspgt9zomt.jpg.html)

LQ9 with Holley hi-ram

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6549_zpsb6iliki1.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_6549_zpsb6iliki1.jpg.html)

Rebuilt 88' Toyota split case

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/52893123918__709D0744-B775-4E24-B5A5-BB718ECC1EEA_zpsav13nyc1.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/52893123918__709D0744-B775-4E24-B5A5-BB718ECC1EEA_zpsav13nyc1.jpg.html)

Rebuilt NV4500 5 speed (this thing almost weighs 250lbs !!)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/449FF7EB-74B2-4A16-B846-30276020C48A_zpsukbiuuoi.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/449FF7EB-74B2-4A16-B846-30276020C48A_zpsukbiuuoi.jpg.html)

17x9 Wheels we're going with

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Forum_zpsw2rjjvuq_0bb14440ef80a39f5c9a55016628122c 6c5f69f4_zpszrfbhvps.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Forum_zpsw2rjjvuq_0bb14440ef80a39f5c9a55016628122c 6c5f69f4_zpszrfbhvps.jpg.html)

Defender 90 custom front seats with heaters ordered from LRI (coming from England) Rear seat still TBD

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/img_6805_1%202_zps1lirkk6i.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/img_6805_1%202_zps1lirkk6i.jpg.html)

and finally colour scheme I'm likely going with, Audi Nardo grey and all black accents

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/966ef29644dc00bd6cd1f1c61d7e70f7_zpswx1hgq3r.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/966ef29644dc00bd6cd1f1c61d7e70f7_zpswx1hgq3r.jpg.h tml)

I know this isn't as extreme as the Camaro, but I hope this is of interest to many of you .. this should be FUN

Good to be back again :thankyou:

Cheers
Steve

AB69Z

10-08-2017, 06:23 AM

Been waiting for this !

Ketzer

10-08-2017, 06:36 AM

Bout time!
Moar pics! I like everything about this build plan, hoping you will stay ahead of me and share all the hiccups so I can learn.

Ours is in upholstery jail right now...

Jeff-

Flash68

10-08-2017, 09:33 AM

Fantastic! Love it.

waynieZ

10-08-2017, 12:10 PM

I love FJ40's I had a 72 and miss it everyday!
Subscribed.

Sheck44

10-08-2017, 01:47 PM

Thanks guys, I'm glad we have some fans here
Wayne, think I can get this one done too before you ??!! LOL :thumbsup:

Steve

fleetus macmullitz

10-08-2017, 04:49 PM

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
You are a good person!

:D

waynieZ

10-08-2017, 06:42 PM

Thanks guys, I'm glad we have some fans here
Wayne, think I can get this one done too before you ??!! LOL :thumbsup:

Steve

The way things are going that a given:drowninga:

Sheck44

10-09-2017, 03:48 AM

Lol ... sorry Wayne, I just had to, of all the builds here I have a ton of respect for the continuous time and effort that you yourself have put into that car and I am silently cheering you on to get her done !!

:thumbsup:

Steve

raustinss

10-09-2017, 07:58 AM

Oh god here we go , when is version 2.0...3.0 of the FJ going to come out lol . Like the Camaro ?

Busting your balls Steve looks great so far should be a cool truck when you're done . If you need someone to drink beer and watch you spin wrenches let me know I'll slide up the hwy
Cheers Ryan

will69camaro

10-09-2017, 08:35 AM

This looks awesome. Will keep my eyes on this.

Sheck44

10-09-2017, 09:02 AM

will69camaro

10-09-2017, 12:24 PM

Will, hope your enjoying that orange beast !!

Steve

I do when it runs!

1965_SS

10-09-2017, 01:14 PM

:wow: So nice!!!! Wish I had that. Can't wait to see it come together.

Sheck44

10-09-2017, 01:55 PM

I do when it runs!

:ohsnap:

LOL .. too funny Will, I thought you would have gotten the bugs out by now ??
Todd .. thank you

Steve

will69camaro

10-09-2017, 02:53 PM

:ohsnap:

LOL .. too funny Will, I thought you would have gotten the bugs out by now ??
Todd .. thank you

Steve

Nah just started making some events and really shook some out at LS Fest. Didn't stop me from having a blast though!

Haulin-A

10-09-2017, 07:44 PM

cool project!!! I've always had a soft spot for FJ's and Defenders. What are your plans for the suspension?

Sheck44

10-10-2017, 03:38 AM

Decided to keep the suspension fairly simple.
4" lift on BTB Safari Springs (was going to go OME but they don't have a 4" so this was the best option) reverse shackle kit and Fox shocks

Pretty much copying one of Mr. Ward's TLC/ICON builds, I figured he has these dialled in pretty well so I'd do the same

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-08-17%20at%209.59.59%20AM_zpsadlivead.png (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-08-17%20at%209.59.59%20AM_zpsadlivead.png.html)

raustinss

10-10-2017, 07:32 AM

Ryan ... NOT !! doing this one right the 1st time so I do not foresee any V2 or 3
Too bad your so far away, keep an eye on the thread and see when you want to come over for a visit :thumbsup:

Will, hope your enjoying that orange beast !!

Steve

Its only a couple hrs away,Ill come anytime ...just need an invite lol, btw did you see who not in business anymore....now Dave bought it no idea as to a new name thou

214Chevy

10-10-2017, 11:42 AM

I love this...and there's that gray color that everyone swears doesn't look good on older vehicles. This is so sick to me.

Sheck44

10-10-2017, 12:24 PM

Its only a couple hrs away,Ill come anytime ...just need an invite lol, btw did you see who not in business anymore....now Dave bought it no idea as to a new name thou

yessir I heard ! And I also heard the rumour Dave bought it but wasn't sure.
Hmmmmm very interesting, do you think he is still going to be involved ... he's made a LOT of enemies

Sheck44

10-10-2017, 12:27 PM

I love this...and there's that gray color that everyone swears doesn't look good on older vehicles. This is so sick to me.

I totally agree that on the right vehicle the colour totally works, and for me it so works for this style of build. If I was going towards more of a Resto style then maybe a Venetian blue Porsche colour

:thankyou:

raustinss

10-10-2017, 08:19 PM

yessir I heard ! And I also heard the rumour Dave bought it but wasn't sure.
Hmmmmm very interesting, do you think he is still going to be involved ... he's made a LOT of enemies

dave told me to my face he bought it so that's church right there ...as for the other fella .... I'm going to say he HAS to be involved it the background somehow , still like to know the reason . Dave is down sizing it to him and one other guy for now as for everything else ????? I do know he might sell a couple hoists which I have first dibs on lol. now get back to work on the fj ..and pick a weekend you want me to come there

v8s only

10-10-2017, 08:48 PM

looks good Steve love the colour. i may have to go up there for a visit one day.

Sheck44

10-11-2017, 04:16 AM

looks good Steve love the colour. i may have to go up there for a visit one day.

Tony, get your a$$ up here with that Camaro so I can see it and we can catch up, your more than welcome any time !

Ryan, I agree ... he'll be lurking in the background I'm sure. Oh ya, you gotta get a hoist if you can buddy, it's an absolute MUST

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

10-16-2017, 11:45 AM

X-Mas came early !!

Have to admit these are nicer than I thought they'd be ... way nicer in person.
Quality of the leather and the stitching is superb

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7318_zpseymzotvw.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7318_zpseymzotvw.jpg.html)

raustinss

10-16-2017, 12:33 PM

Beautiful seats.....whats your wife's thoughts on car parts in the kitchen thou lol

214Chevy

10-16-2017, 02:30 PM

Wow....those are so serious!!

Haulin-A

10-16-2017, 03:36 PM

Man those seats are nice. The stitching and design looks amazing.

waynieZ

10-16-2017, 08:51 PM

Wow, the seats came out Nice!

Sheck44

10-17-2017, 10:03 AM

Thanks guys .. ya I think these are a good pick for this style of build.
The good folks over at PRP were good enough to work with me on a design for the rear bench seat too ...

Big thanks to JR over at PRP

And oh ... Ryan, she gave up on me a LONG time ago LOL

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7320_zps8ooovqyu.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7320_zps8ooovqyu.jpg.html)

F'in mine

10-17-2017, 10:54 PM

Those front seats look really nice!

But are they Corinthian Leather. :)
3p9g3JCZv1E

Sheck44

10-18-2017, 05:40 AM

LOL ... nice !! :lmao:

syborg tt

10-19-2017, 10:55 PM

What a cool build and I want a set of these seats for my 70 or the Cayman !!

X-Mas came early !!

Have to admit these are nicer than I thought they'd be ... way nicer in person.

Quality of the leather and the stitching is superb

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7318_zpseymzotvw.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7318_zpseymzotvw.jpg.html)

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Sheck44

10-20-2017, 04:06 AM

Thanks Marty ... also trying to sort out a custom bike rack buddy !!
Google LRI seats if your interested

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

10-21-2017, 03:27 AM

360mm Nardi Classic

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7329_zpsshhdhwsx.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7329_zpsshhdhwsx.jpg.html)

Haulin-A

10-21-2017, 12:21 PM

Any ideas on an instrument gauge panel setup? Will you be staying more original or aftermarket setup

syborg tt

10-22-2017, 03:01 PM

Thanks Marty ... also trying to sort out a custom bike rack buddy !!

Google LRI seats if your interested

Cheers

Steve

Your welcome.

So where are you thinking about putting the bike. On the roof or the back ?

Oh I really want those seats

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Sheck44

10-23-2017, 04:49 AM

Any ideas on an instrument gauge panel setup? Will you be staying more original or aftermarket setup

Have Dakota Digital setup in my file of stuff

Marty, if I put it on the roof I'd be hitting trees, I'm likely going out the back for the rack

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-10-23%20at%206.43.16%20AM_zpsuiiuxsyo.png (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-10-23%20at%206.43.16%20AM_zpsuiiuxsyo.png.html)

Sheck44

11-25-2017, 01:54 PM

Well I couldn't help myself, here is my (below) 1st FJ40 that I still have. Restored 6 years ago with still the tired old inline 2F motor ...

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_6954_zps2ekezwxg.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_6954_zps2ekezwxg.jpg.html)

Until I just found out that these were available !!!

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/Screen%20Shot%202017-11-16%20at%2011.59.35%20AM_zps3m58vfj6.png (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/Screen%20Shot%202017-11-16%20at%2011.59.35%20AM_zps3m58vfj6.png.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/Screen%20Shot%202017-11-16%20at%2011.59.25%20AM_zps8qfntlzd.png (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/Screen%20Shot%202017-11-16%20at%2011.59.25%20AM_zps8qfntlzd.png.html)

Sheck44

11-25-2017, 02:00 PM

So ... well that just opened up a big can pf worms cause now other sh$%$#! just wont do.

New suspension
New rebuilt GM 5 Speed NV4500 (found another one)
New 84 Toyota split case (found another one)
New Dakota Digital dash
New saginaw steering setup

Oh boy, and whats ridiculous is I was going to sell this one and now I'm at a total loss on which one I'm going to keep

Anyway, one of these will be sold and either way both are going to be awesome and completely different

I'll make this thread into a double 40 build now cause some of you may be interested in this Diesel build

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

11-25-2017, 06:30 PM

Nice! That's going to be an awesome drivetrain in a FJ. It had crossed my mind on our build, but after the TDi fiasco and dealing with our A7, I dare not mention diesel around here for a while...

Jeff-

raustinss

11-25-2017, 07:11 PM

Steve we are here for you ...we love you and, need you to realize you have a problem...

btw bought me a brand new Silverado which could use a hwy run ...hint hint lol

waynieZ

11-26-2017, 03:43 PM

OH NO something else for you to have done before me. :rolleyes:

Che70velle

11-26-2017, 05:43 PM

Steve, I LOVE the diesel idea. I think that would make the fj so much more fun to drive, and that’s a GREAT price on that Cummins crate kit with all of those extras!

1965_SS

11-27-2017, 06:01 AM

WOW! That one you rebuilt 6 years is really nice. Would love to have that. Can't wait to see the progress on both of them.

Sheck44

11-28-2017, 05:15 AM

OH NO something else for you to have done before me. :rolleyes:

LMAO !! Wayne your too funny

Thanks everyone ...

Update
Finally after 2 months I was able to order the wheels last night, they sell out fast
Waiting to hear from Cummins about the motor delivery
Custom rear seat arrived

Hope to get started soon

Scott, hope everything arrived without issue ?

Steve

Haulin-A

11-28-2017, 04:57 PM

Been a while since I've read the updates and now there's a diesel build going on lol. Badass, keep the project juices flowing. Im digging that cummins setup

grendel

11-28-2017, 05:52 PM

It's funny how these hobbies intermix.

I've done quite a few 4x4's... currently building my daughter a Jeep YJ, with Dana 60's, a hopped up L33, paddle shifted built 4L60E and a Dana 300 with stuff. Stretching the wheel base and painting it Orange like Momma's CJ7. That also has stuff ;).

Che70velle

11-28-2017, 07:14 PM

LMAO !! Wayne your too funny

Thanks everyone ...

Update
Finally after 2 months I was able to order the wheels last night, they sell out fast
Waiting to hear from Cummins about the motor delivery
Custom rear seat arrived

Hope to get started soon

Scott, hope everything arrived without issue ?

Steve

Yes sir, arrived yesterday, opened tonight. Thanks again!

Sheck44

11-30-2017, 03:06 AM

Good news Scott :thumbsup:

Well, just got the email yesterday that the new Cummins crate engine is on its way !!

Steve

GregWeld

11-30-2017, 07:43 AM

Wouldn't that blue 40 look better with some mud??

LOL

Fun to see what you're doing!

Sheck44

11-30-2017, 12:03 PM

But Greg, that would mean I'd have to clean it ! lol

:confused59:

Sheck44

12-04-2017, 04:20 PM

Merry X-Mas to me !!!

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/53411159752__C726B6DD-7AF8-458E-8E79-719EA165ECF6-1_zpsn9f8qgn9.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/53411159752__C726B6DD-7AF8-458E-8E79-719EA165ECF6-1_zpsn9f8qgn9.jpg.html)

NAPA 68

12-04-2017, 04:21 PM

Sweeeeeeeeeet!

GregWeld

12-04-2017, 04:48 PM

Nicely done!!

Why isn't it open and installed yet! LOL

waynieZ

12-05-2017, 09:11 PM

Nice!

Sheck44

12-06-2017, 03:37 AM

New custom matching rear seat ... Big thanks to PRP seats that made this for me

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7543_zps0zxtdwkw.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7543_zps0zxtdwkw.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7310_zpsba7iqxhn.jpg.html)

And new sweet HDX gauges from our friends at Dakota Digital

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-10-23%20at%206.43.16%20AM_zpsuiiuxsyo.png (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/Screen%20Shot%202017-10-23%20at%206.43.16%20AM_zpsuiiuxsyo.png.html)

DWC

12-06-2017, 01:46 PM

The front and rear seats turned out fantastic. :thumbsup:

Daniel

Haulin-A

12-06-2017, 04:05 PM

Lets see that engine already lol

waynieZ

12-06-2017, 07:30 PM

Still no pictures of that crate open with that new motor?

gofastwclass

12-06-2017, 10:26 PM

Still no pictures that crate open with that new motor?

:lol:

Sheck44

12-07-2017, 04:00 AM

Still no pictures that crate open with that new motor?

I know I know ... Engine got dropped off at my buddies shop up north (has a forklift) as soon as we get it down here I'll crack it open !!

Steve

gofastwclass

12-07-2017, 06:21 AM

You have more discipline than I do Steve. I would have been looking in the crate while it was still on the forks!

Sheck44

12-07-2017, 04:08 PM

You have more discipline than I do Steve. I would have been looking in the crate while it was still on the forks!

LOL ... trust me if I was there I would have !! I haven't even seen the crate yet but I hear its big

minendrews68

12-08-2017, 08:57 AM

You know this build is gonna be good!

Steve, finally built my own console. Somewhat based on the one you had in the '69, but not quite as fancy. I like it better than the old one I had though..
Thanks for the inspiration!

v8s only

12-08-2017, 07:04 PM

Steve you may need the dollies you left at my place i still have them

waynieZ

12-21-2017, 06:09 PM

Still no pictures of that crate open with that new motor?

:y0!:

Sheck44

12-22-2017, 04:10 AM

I know ... The shop is clearing room for both 40's, and he better hurry up my garage is getting a bit full

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7593_zpsz7i2tbid.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7593_zpsz7i2tbid.jpg.html)

These should be killer on the Nardo grey ...

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7596_zpsr0k4imtr.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7596_zpsr0k4imtr.jpg.html)

Ketzer

12-22-2017, 09:26 AM

So you're gonna get two 40s done before I can even get mine out of upholstery jail... ouch.

waynieZ

12-22-2017, 12:00 PM

Beautiful wheels! It must be so nice to get most of the parts before they're needed. I love these FJ's

Sheck44

01-21-2018, 01:39 PM

Man this this is tiny and awesome !!!
I am so impressed with the quality and the components

Time to crack here open

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7737_zpsrg9xchcg.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7737_zpsrg9xchcg.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7740_zpswyeeswta.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7740_zpswyeeswta.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7747_zpsl6mavt5c.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7747_zpsl6mavt5c.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7752_zpsczdiwr5y.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7752_zpsczdiwr5y.jpg.html)

waynieZ

01-21-2018, 04:55 PM

Nice! What’s the difference in weight from the original engine?

Sheck44

01-22-2018, 04:01 AM

Thanks Wayne ..

So here is the comparison between the R2.8 and the Toyota 2F

New R2.8 is 150 lbs lighter and has 66 lb-ft more torque and 30 more HP (for now ...) Rumour is Cummins will soon have a programming update for 300 lb-ft

R2.8 Turbo Diesel Specs
Displacement: 2.8 L (171 cu in) Bore: 94 mm (3.70 in) Cylinders: 4 Stroke: 100 mm (3.94 in) Aspiration: Turbocharged & Aftercooled Compression Ratio: 16.9:1 Torque: 267 lb-ft @1500-3000 RPM* Fuel System: Bosch Electronic Horsepower: 161 hp @ 3600* Engine Weight: 503 lbs Dimensions: 28.3 in (H) x 25 in (W) x 25.1 in (D)

Toyota
2F
Weight 651 Lbs
Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Production 1975-1988
Layout
Configuration I6
Displacement 4.2 L (4230 cc)
Cylinder bore 94 mm (3.7 in)
Piston stroke 102 mm (4.0 in)
Compression ratio 7.8:1
Combustion
Fuel system Carbureted
Fuel type Gasoline
Output
Power output 101 kW (135 hp)
Torque output 271 N·m (200 ft·lb)

Sheck44

01-22-2018, 04:13 AM

Ok, back to the 73' LS

Down to bare chassis

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7709_zpsyowtbtgm.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7709_zpsyowtbtgm.jpg.html)

Full tear down of diffs, all new seals/bearings on the way ... including some 'nice' new brakes. Everything is getting sand blasted and base/cleared black

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7713_zpsgn97stpr.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7713_zpsgn97stpr.jpg.html)

Doing a 60/80 series Box conversion ... supposedly give the best driving/steering feel

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7696_zpsmc4bek18.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7696_zpsmc4bek18.jpg.html)

Tore down the NV4500 for a full rebuild and repaint

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7753_zpsrkaasnjn.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7753_zpsrkaasnjn.jpg.html)

waynieZ

01-22-2018, 10:41 AM

I figured the motor weight would be close, but I didn't think the new one would be lighter. Seeing the HP/TQ on the 2F it's amazing the power the Land Cruiser has. My 72 with almost 200,000 on it could tear down buildings, the snow would be rolling over the hood and it kept going.

The steering on the newer ones like your were much improver over the early one after they removed the steering pivot point on the front frame. Is it a leather gasket on the front steering knuckle on the diff?
Both are going to be great builds.

Trick-Tools.com

01-23-2018, 09:33 AM

this is going to be one sweet FJ! watching this one for sure!:popcorn2:

syborg tt

01-23-2018, 07:50 PM

I absolutely love this build !!

Keep the pics coming.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

gofastwclass

01-23-2018, 08:43 PM

Sheck44

01-24-2018, 05:11 AM

Sheck44 I can't believe you waited more than a month to open that crate! I realize you said it initially wasn't at your place but crate engines don't show up for me every day. I would have had greasy paw prints and drool all over it from day one even if I had to leave work early to do it!

You have far more self control than I do. Do fresh chocolate chip cookies go bad at your house too? :mock:

LOL ... Not a chance !!!

Ok, off to Buffalo tomorrow to pick up all the Axel/diff parts and some other cool stuff. We should have a roller then in no time at which point we can install the drivetrain

Pics coming

Steve

Sheck44

01-25-2018, 04:00 AM

Just to not confuse everyone, here is my 1966' that the Cummins is going into.
It is also getting the following ...
NV4500 tranny
60 Series split case
Full OME suspension with reverse shackle kit

Saginaw steering conversion http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Front.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Front.jpg.html)

Sheck44

01-30-2018, 04:33 AM

OK so complete rebuild of the NV4500 ... my god these gears are HUGE, must be the most compact/heaviest tranny on the planet

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7787_zpsmfhsxyma.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7787_zpsmfhsxyma.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7790_zpssnqrizck.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7790_zpssnqrizck.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7791_zpscuxdbdz3.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7791_zpscuxdbdz3.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7792_zpsa9dxpzc2.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/BIG%20Blue/Big%20Blue%202/IMG_7792_zpsa9dxpzc2.jpg.html)

Sheck44

01-30-2018, 04:37 AM

sandblasted, and wire wheeled down to bare steel, ready for paint

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7764_zpsg6nvefjj.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7764_zpsg6nvefjj.jpg.html)

Brakes ...

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7772_zpslwe6s56d.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7772_zpslwe6s56d.jpg.html)

These should do ...

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7774_zpswd2ylagx.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7774_zpswd2ylagx.jpg.html)

Ketzer

01-30-2018, 08:40 AM

You doing the Birfields yourself? Upgrade on the shafts and joints?

Lemme know how tricky they are to rebuild.

Jeff-

Sheck44

01-30-2018, 05:09 PM

No Jeff, my mechanic is doing this work, I'm there every afternoon helping out where I can ... and watching and learning. Keeping shafts, these are built like tanks so we will see ... we made some good progress today

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7800_zpsxjpunhm2.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7800_zpsxjpunhm2.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7815_zpsyuqqt19z.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7815_zpsyuqqt19z.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7817_zpsaaavdzck.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7817_zpsaaavdzck.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7819_zpskmuza14x.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7819_zpskmuza14x.jpg.html)

NAPA 68

01-30-2018, 06:16 PM

Love it!

waynieZ

01-31-2018, 12:24 PM

Wow NICE!

Sheck44

02-02-2018, 04:49 PM

Thanks Wayne

SO update ....

We are rollin now on wheels

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7831_zpsu6dkqiu1.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7831_zpsu6dkqiu1.jpg.html)

Motor / tranny / split case ... temporary for fitting body
We need to move driveline 1.5" forward and 1" to drivers

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7842_zpstuhzwg5w.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7842_zpstuhzwg5w.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7839_zpsdhsplvqz.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7839_zpsdhsplvqz.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7843_zpseqh6e4sd.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7843_zpseqh6e4sd.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7844_zpsi3kiqbdx.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7844_zpsi3kiqbdx.jpg.html)

Tested out the headers ... perfect fit, got lucky

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7845_zpswrosrkun.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7845_zpswrosrkun.jpg.html)

waynieZ

02-02-2018, 06:15 PM

Now that’s going to be a fun ride!

Sheck44

02-04-2018, 04:28 AM

So looks like the engine has to go back approx. 1.5" to give us some extra space for the rad fan, and better for the intake tube as well. Guess this is the reason we pre-assemble everything ! Looks like this is the last of the clearance issues .. still have to place the front grill today and check for AC and oil cooler space

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7850_zpsfbocovcp.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7850_zpsfbocovcp.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7851_zpsx0hpnffr.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7851_zpsx0hpnffr.jpg.html)

Sheck44

02-04-2018, 04:30 AM

This new Holley bracket system is very nice and compact, very slick

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7848_zpsg0hisfxp.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7848_zpsg0hisfxp.jpg.html)

Ketzer

02-04-2018, 06:53 AM

Where were the radiator and headers sourced from?

You made the engine mounts or adapted a stock mount?

Jeff-

Sheck44

02-04-2018, 07:47 AM

Hey Jeff ... hope all is well

Rad I sourced from Speedway, the motor mounts were already fabbed in the truck and we used them just as a reference point to where we want to be. I have new mounts from AA.

The block headers I actually sourced from a local vendor ... stainless and I have to excellent quality

The rad mounting kit I sourced for BTB Products ... had to be 'slightly' modified but will work perfectly for this application

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

02-04-2018, 02:10 PM

Thanks Steve!
Watching close, trying to gather my courage for our LS swap. Ours is still in interior jail so the winter swap is looking more like a summer swap...:bang:

Jeff-

Sheck44

02-05-2018, 04:14 AM

Say whaaaaat !! still at interior ... holy crap
Well buddy I can tell you that I've learned a LOT over the Padt month and can surely assist you anything/info you may need

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7856%202_zpswwr9ax0o.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7856%202_zpswwr9ax0o.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7859%202_zpsxt60kmwc.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7859%202_zpsxt60kmwc.jpg.html)

Ketzer

02-05-2018, 08:26 AM

Did you use the Holley pulley setup because you had to, or you just needed a pulley setup and theirs was compact?

I've got a '14 Camaro pullout that I planned to use as-is, thinking that arrangement would be as compact as they come....

Jeff-

Sheck44

02-06-2018, 03:39 AM

Correct Jeff, I needed a front drive system and the Holley is a decent price and like your Camaro setup (I checked it out) is perfect for our application

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

02-09-2018, 04:08 AM

Well its always an exciting day when you mount tires on wheels !!
These are 17x8.5 SCS wheels mounted with 35x12.5 Fallen Wildpeak M/T's

Stance should be 'just right' ... LOL

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7880_zpsijbcpo9s.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7880_zpsijbcpo9s.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7885_zpsqayt426o.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7885_zpsqayt426o.jpg.html)

Sheck44

02-11-2018, 04:31 AM

OK ... ditched the crappy tailgate that the original builder had installed and replaced with proper Aqualu Industries gate .... WAY better

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7895_zps5snyamku.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7895_zps5snyamku.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7898_zpsty898gpm.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7898_zpsty898gpm.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7900_zpsc4ch1pup.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7900_zpsc4ch1pup.jpg.html)

Installed gas tank/Fuel cell

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7891_zpsxnoljiof.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7891_zpsxnoljiof.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7890_zpskwykunza.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7890_zpskwykunza.jpg.html)

Sheck44

02-12-2018, 04:49 AM

2nd TC split case ready for the R2.8, completely rebuilt with all new internals

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7904_zpslj7uhfwa.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7904_zpslj7uhfwa.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7905_zpsnfg99jmh.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7905_zpsnfg99jmh.jpg.html)

Tailgate complete

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7906_zpspwu6l0pb.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7906_zpspwu6l0pb.jpg.html)

Filling in where the idiot made holes in the wrong place

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7907_zpsionaycwk.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7907_zpsionaycwk.jpg.html)

Ketzer

02-12-2018, 07:33 AM

This thing is coming together fast! Very nice!

waynieZ

02-12-2018, 09:49 AM

Going to be better than new, looking good.

gnx7

02-12-2018, 12:40 PM

Sheck44

02-13-2018, 03:58 AM

awesome build(s)! I had an '84 FJ60 and 3 FZJ80s.

That Holley high ram probably isn't the best choice for an intake... especially below 5000rpm. http://www.hotrod.com/articles/20-ls1-intake-manifolds-tested/

Very curious to see how the Cummins 2.8 turns out. Read lots about them.

LOL ... this is already being addressed :thumbsup: ... new one on the way
and yes me too !! we are starting that shortly

Thanks Jeff & Wayne

Cheers
Steve

Hydratech®

02-14-2018, 08:53 PM

http://www.hydratechbraking.com/images/ToyotaFJ.jpg

Tracking shows this will be arriving to your Buffalo location Monday the 19th.

:cheers:

Hydratech®

02-14-2018, 09:37 PM

http://www.hydratechbraking.com/images/ToyotaFJrear.jpg

Fully adjustable brake pedal height to suit your tastes.

:happy23:

Sheck44

02-15-2018, 04:00 AM

BIG thanks goes out to Jim and Paul that worked with me to build a new Hydroboost kit for the OEM FJ40's ...
Of course pics coming next week after I pick this up

Fuel system complete - we used the fuel system from the Tanks-Inc. (pump/sending unit) and modified the top of the fuel cap to accommodate. Very easy and super clean setup

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7910_zps9uzy4oxh.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7910_zps9uzy4oxh.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7909_zpsnbc7xbji.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7909_zpsnbc7xbji.jpg.html)

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

02-15-2018, 05:36 PM

Steve,
Hydroboost is fantastic! no doubt there. Why choose that over conventional?
(I ask because mine already has factory power brakes...)

Jeff-

Sheck44

02-16-2018, 03:43 AM

Jeff ... mmmmm
well 1st off I guess I was so pleased with the Camaro system that I basically replicated that for the FJ, big 6 piston wilwoods up front and 11's in the rear, and this one is the 'over the top' truck so it I kinda figured it needed the HB. This is the more 'pro-touring' version if thats even a thing for FJ's ... LOL

Now the Diesel I have a new conventional setup with 4 wheel disc brakes

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

02-17-2018, 03:07 PM

Fabbed up some rear tail light housings .. well got 1 done anyway

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7924_zpskb2n40mu.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7924_zpskb2n40mu.jpg.html)

Stainless exhaust almost done

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7927_zpsdb4wna5x.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7927_zpsdb4wna5x.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7928_zpspzso4ry2.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7928_zpspzso4ry2.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7931_zpstyctmfej.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7931_zpstyctmfej.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7932_zps5q40l7oy.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7932_zps5q40l7oy.jpg.html)

Sheck44

02-17-2018, 03:09 PM

Front hubs completely disassembled and ready for powder coating

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7933_zpss30suudy.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7933_zpss30suudy.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7936_zpswfxjh15c.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7936_zpswfxjh15c.jpg.html)

waynieZ

02-17-2018, 05:33 PM

I like the tail lights. The Exhaust came out nice it will last a lifetime.

Hydratech®

02-17-2018, 08:35 PM

Ketzer
Hydroboost is fantastic! no doubt there. Why choose that over conventional?
(I ask because mine already has factory power brakes...)

You may not know this, but we do all of the systems for TLC / ICON on their Early Bronco and FJ builds. Icon is even upgrading older previously shipped EB and FJ builds to hydroboost now. When Steve mentioned he was potentially interested in discussing hydroboost for his build, we sent him these images:

Wicked Custom 4 Door build (225k!)

http://www.hydratechbraking.com/images/TLCCUSTOM4DOORFJ.jpg

http://www.hydratechbraking.com/images/TLCICONFJ.jpg

http://www.hydratechbraking.com/images/TLCICONUNIT.jpg

Being a previous customer on his Camaro build, Steve saw these images, and I could tell he could barely contain himself. After bouncing some images and dimensions around, all of a sudden this new OE FJ system exists (interesting that the ICON builds are different due to their own custom firewalls).

We spoke with another gentleman about this system the other day that ran over a deer blazing down a trail because he couldn't stop properly (what a mess that made - yuck). He is now gathering his funds together to perform this upgrade on his FJ.

Steve, what are you going to do to provide vacuum to the brake booster on your diesel build? I've got a feeling that we may be building you another system for that one. Especially with all of that diesel torque in low lock climbing around your favorite trails with lesser brakes at the wheels...

The problem we have now is that we have to get with some FJ guru's to figure out what the year / model break points are for this new system we built for Steve. Of course we know it will fit a '73 FJ40 (and can do some basic part number investigation), but we now have customers inquiring about these systems and it's initially tough to say what will fit and what will not. Anybody got any feedback on this for me please? I have to admit I need a schooling on FJ's. I never thought we would be building systems for imports! I've interestingly never even sat in one before by some strange fluke.

:thumbsup:

Sheck44

02-18-2018, 05:05 AM

Thanks Paul !!
I sent you a PM

I will be posting pics of the system partially installed later next week so interested parties can see the system on the OE firewall

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

02-18-2018, 09:24 AM

The problem we have now is that we have to get with some FJ guru's to figure out what the year / model break points are for this new system we built for Steve. Of course we know it will fit a '73 FJ40 (and can do some basic part number investigation), but we now have customers inquiring about these systems and it's initially tough to say what will fit and what will not. Anybody got any feedback on this for me please? I have to admit I need a schooling on FJ's. I never thought we would be building systems for imports! I've interestingly never even sat in one before by some strange fluke.

:thumbsup:

Thanks for the info Paul! I will get with you when I do my LS install.

A good tech source for FJ40 info is over on the IH8MUD forum https://forum.ih8mud.com/ They have a FJ40 specific area and they've usually been pretty helpful to me.

Jeff-

Sheck44

02-18-2018, 01:01 PM

Jeff ... been over there for years
Here's my builds, obviously they are VERY conservative about tampering with originality LOL

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/project-fresh-start-restomod.1010734/

I've put a few guys in touch with Paul/Jim for Hydroboost info, and I know that they are getting some feedback now so we will see what comes out of all of this

Steve

Sheck44

02-19-2018, 03:25 PM

Spent some special 'Family Day' fun in the garage today ... :D

Very happy the way these Maxxima tail lights turned out

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7945_zpscngzpglu.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7945_zpscngzpglu.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7943_zpsbboa3f11.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7943_zpsbboa3f11.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7940_zpsflrhx9dy.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7940_zpsflrhx9dy.jpg.html)

waynieZ

02-19-2018, 07:27 PM

The lights look good.

Sheck44

02-23-2018, 04:14 AM

OK ... put the 'Big Boy' wheels on
Nitto Trail Grappler's 35x12.5's

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7965_zpsmd1jis7g.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7965_zpsmd1jis7g.jpg.html)

New MSD Airforce intake ... looks bad ass and should have much better low end torque

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7963_zps30lnuxqo.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7963_zps30lnuxqo.jpg.html)

waynieZ

02-23-2018, 10:59 AM

Looking good, how much lift did you do to the truck.

Sheck44

02-23-2018, 03:18 PM

Wayne .. your my biggest fan !! lol

this one has the 4" lift with reverse shackle kit to extend the wheel base

Steve

waynieZ

02-23-2018, 03:50 PM

I loved my FJ, I probably would have gotten another one if the prices wouldn't have hit the sky! I love these two you have.

Sheck44

02-25-2018, 04:02 AM

Thanks Wayne :cheers:

OK... for those of you that may be interested in powder coating at home
I've always wanted to powder coat stuff myself as I'm fed up with taking parts to my local guy and spending a small fortune and waiting for the sh!t to get done. So I made a little investment ....

Eastwood starter Kit ... $165
5 more lbs of powder ... like $70.00
Nice oven off Kijiji ... $150
Panel breaker/electrical ... $60.00
Total ... Under $500.00

Result ... awesome !!!
This was so easy, should have done this a long time ago but I was a little intimidated.

Kit has it all, bag of plugs, heat safe tape, hanging wire etc.

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7977_zpsuckpnhcn.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7977_zpsuckpnhcn.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7978_zpstimrchui.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7978_zpstimrchui.jpg.html)

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7980_zpsze4l1bem.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7980_zpsze4l1bem.jpg.html)

Approx 13 mins at 450 degrees until it flows, then 20 mins at 400 deg. to cure

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii200/SCOBRA48/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7982_zps5a5s9emh.jpg (http://s264.photobucket.com/user/SCOBRA48/media/WAAAY%20OTT/1973%20FJ40/IMG_7982_zps5a5s9emh.jpg.html)

waynieZ

02-25-2018, 07:53 PM

Nice.

Sheck44

03-05-2018, 03:57 AM

Super cool electric parking brake with a 200Lb actuator

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4720/40610253361_50620098ec_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24SAau6)IMG_8021 (https://flic.kr/p/24SAau6) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Engine with new MSD intake, and BIG thanks to the guys at Hydratech for the sweet custom boost unit !!

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4772/39920877724_45c8495422_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PEW8f)IMG_8037 (https://flic.kr/p/23PEW8f) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4666/38820883560_473b6206c0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/229tbbC)IMG_8034 (https://flic.kr/p/229tbbC) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Got the stance just right

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4652/38820882560_a70696b98d_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/229taTo)IMG_8038 (https://flic.kr/p/229taTo) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Its ALL in the fine details ....

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4650/38820771480_af9da596b0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/229sASd)IMG_8041 (https://flic.kr/p/229sASd) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4628/40567878072_53128e0686_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24NQYME)IMG_8030 (https://flic.kr/p/24NQYME) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4778/40571473011_34dae947ab_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24Paprn)IMG_8013 (https://flic.kr/p/24Paprn) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

fleetus macmullitz

03-05-2018, 06:58 AM

Steve,

Such a cool build...

Congrats on your ‘pro’-gress. :thumbsup:

(Gotta get that long ‘E’ sound in progress since the work is being performed north of the border. :D )

Sheck44

03-05-2018, 09:23 AM

LMAO :lmao: ... thanks Skip
She's coming

They HATE me over on the Toyota forums for desecrating an 'antique' and I'm loving it !!

Steve

raustinss

03-05-2018, 10:25 AM

Steve the savage lol

minendrews68

03-05-2018, 05:28 PM

Steve,
It doesn't matter what the Toyota guys think! Man, this is going to be as nice as the '69 I bet. Love watching you do your stuff. The pic of the powder coating looks like it turned out really well. The place I used to work powder coated their valve bodies. They shot peened the parts, dipped them into a water thin primer and put them into a 450 degree oven. They came out of the oven and we used what is called a fluidized bed for the powder. This consisted of a tank about 2' square. Under the bed of powder was a membrane that let air from a blower lift the powder and go all through the powder. not enough air to cause a dust storm but after turning it on the bed of powder would lift about 1". You could run your hand through it and never feel the powder. The hot valve bodies were hand dipped into the powder for a set amount of time and put on a rack to cool. Very nice process, but we only did one color... semi black.
Do you think the Eastwood products are going to hold up? I'm really interested in this too. I've seen it for years but was a bit apprehensive.
Very nice job on the FJ so far..

Sheck44

03-06-2018, 04:23 PM

Steve the savage lol

Ahhhh, there he is, Ryan where you been hiding ??

raustinss

03-06-2018, 08:05 PM

Ahhhh, there he is, Ryan where you been hiding ??

hi buddy , was at the Daytona 500 ...vip guest of RCR...then went to the Dominican for a week ...first day back at work dropped a clamp missed the steel toe and broke my baby toe , oh and Canada revenue has decided to screw me MASSIVELY 50 k$ due to my moms estate . So I will be hiding for a bit until I figure it all out lol .
Glad to report a few new parts for the Chevelle , my anvil hood is here if you didn't know that , a new fast ratio box to replace my stock one , new dash pad ....think that's it .
cheers

Sheck44

03-08-2018, 04:13 AM

Ryan, sounds like good times !! I'm a HUGE fan of Canada Revenue :smiley_smack:

Toe will heal and you'll be good as new again ... :thumbsup:
Glad your back with us, its been quiet on the boards lately LOL

Update
New tranny tunnel made, and now the entire truck comes apart for the last time !

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4708/40567879962_29c66b6ffe_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24NQZmf)IMG_8027 (https://flic.kr/p/24NQZmf) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4791/39969890884_39e84b7f47_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23U192J)IMG_8057 (https://flic.kr/p/23U192J) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4771/40637876782_10442b7691_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24V2JXY)IMG_8068 (https://flic.kr/p/24V2JXY) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

03-12-2018, 05:49 AM

Tub back in the garage, cleaning up the dash and working on the grill

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4795/25894667137_fa928dd041_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FsdWoe)IMG_8070 (https://flic.kr/p/FsdWoe) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4780/40055758914_54f95cdc6c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/242AeB1)IMG_8079-1 (https://flic.kr/p/242AeB1) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4776/40765443751_9496cfff0c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/257iybt)IMG_8093-1 (https://flic.kr/p/257iybt) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4793/25894665857_815a774c29_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FsdW1a)IMG_8092 (https://flic.kr/p/FsdW1a) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

03-17-2018, 04:50 AM

Cut up the DBW truck pedal from PSI, and tabbed up a firewall bracket

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/792/39046553530_92d669ff02_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22upN1b)IMG_8118 (https://flic.kr/p/22upN1b) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Frame and parts back from sand blasting g and powder coating

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/811/40856114321_0a4a21809b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25fjgoa)IMG_8130 (https://flic.kr/p/25fjgoa) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Laying out the dash, BIG thanks to Greg from FJ40 Dash Pads ... this is EXCELLENT quality stuff

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/40856112541_c7980cd1df_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25fjfRt)IMG_8131 (https://flic.kr/p/25fjfRt) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

New heated Trailcat seats from Corbeau, VERY comfortable, only 20" wide at the base which is perfect for these narrow trucks

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/806/39962041665_61ac8a7de0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23TiUJn)IMG_8134 (https://flic.kr/p/23TiUJn) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

fleetus macmullitz

03-17-2018, 06:53 AM

Good to see your progress Steve. :thumbsup:

I like those seats...

Sheck44

03-17-2018, 07:07 AM

Thanks Skip ... now things should move pretty quick on full assembly

No 69 Camaro LOL .... but time for the exciting part of the build :thumbsup:

Steve

waynieZ

03-17-2018, 07:41 AM

It’s looking good, the frame looks brand new.

Ketzer

03-17-2018, 07:51 AM

Sheck44

03-17-2018, 03:35 PM

Ha ... Jeff good catch !
Ok, so those (with the white stitching) are going to go into the 66' Turbo diesel, colour still TBD but it will have the hard top and the customary white roof so the white stitching will tie in ...

Steve

Sheck44

03-17-2018, 03:40 PM

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/802/39056294250_cbe510aa48_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22vgHzC)IMG_8137 (https://flic.kr/p/22vgHzC) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/820/40824732482_e3084af063_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25cxqDY)IMG_8139 (https://flic.kr/p/25cxqDY) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/804/39056286310_147160d786_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22vgFdJ)IMG_8142 (https://flic.kr/p/22vgFdJ) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Ketzer

03-17-2018, 04:48 PM

That seat mount is suhweet!

waynieZ

03-17-2018, 06:08 PM

Nice!

Sheck44

03-19-2018, 04:19 AM

"thats gold Jerry ... gold !! " LOL

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4794/40188541394_524d4309fc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24ejMd7)54302758585__A155726A-1968-4CA6-8229-6CC81A355911 (https://flic.kr/p/24ejMd7) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/818/26024249117_84b085f912_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FDF5Ai)IMG_8144 (https://flic.kr/p/FDF5Ai) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

syborg tt

03-24-2018, 01:13 PM

I’m finally back at this thread and it is Awesome

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sheck44

04-03-2018, 04:01 PM

Update ... Final assembly of the suspension and driveline

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/796/40321425215_31c24f9a65_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24r4QWt)IMG_8245 (https://flic.kr/p/24r4QWt) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/790/40503817654_eb6a5e5eb1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24HbDRG)IMG_8247 (https://flic.kr/p/24HbDRG) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/899/40503823154_fcfe8db705_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24HbFuw)IMG_8248 (https://flic.kr/p/24HbFuw) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/811/39407938640_531c8f5d8a_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/233kZcW)IMG_8249 (https://flic.kr/p/233kZcW) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/819/39407931700_5061008fc5_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/233kX9h)IMG_8256 (https://flic.kr/p/233kX9h) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

fleetus macmullitz

04-03-2018, 06:06 PM

‘Icon’ ick build Bruh!

:D

jarhead

04-03-2018, 07:06 PM

wow, what a cool build, I had not seen this before!

waynieZ

04-04-2018, 11:38 AM

Sweet!

1965_SS

04-05-2018, 07:51 AM

Coming along very nice!!!!!!!!!!!:thumbsup:

Sheck44

04-07-2018, 02:24 PM

Thanks Guys
As we all know, its all in the details ....

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/794/40589055374_02ede22cd1_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24QHw4y)IMG_8280 (https://flic.kr/p/24QHw4y) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/814/40589056334_b6cca357e7_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24QHwm7)IMG_8281 (https://flic.kr/p/24QHwm7) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/786/41259874942_e5d7843d01_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25RZDmb)IMG_8284 (https://flic.kr/p/25RZDmb) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

raustinss

04-07-2018, 05:49 PM

nice work buddy ... one question .... how many welding machines do you need ? I see 3 lol . also I decided your wife must not like you , you put car parts in the house ,spend tons of money and, spend too much time with these projects lol . OR she really loves you and knows theres no hope hmmm:poke:

Sheck44

04-08-2018, 04:27 AM

LMAO ... Ryan, my buddies shop up the street we have my TIG welder there, his regular welder, the stick and the plasma cutter.

And yes, thats why we have 4 dogs to keep her busy while I'm off playing with cars !! I 'think' she still loves me ... :lol: but I did promise her that I'd take a break after these 2 FJ's are done ... :lmao:

Steve

syborg tt

04-08-2018, 06:32 AM

Sheck44

04-09-2018, 03:36 AM

Thanks Marty .... you start biking outside yet ?
Friggin April and it was snowing again (light) yesterday ... :bang:

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/880/27466132978_c87089e3ba_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HR67qS)IMG_8289 (https://flic.kr/p/HR67qS) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Oil cooler / Fan mounted to underside of front bumper / winch

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/886/27466130068_9595942dbe_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HR66yG)IMG_8292 (https://flic.kr/p/HR66yG) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

04-12-2018, 03:51 AM

So we have sorted out all potential hiccups ... ironing out a few items and then next week tear down for the 3rd time to go to paint !!

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/863/26534946787_a655141322_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GqNxdx)IMG_8298 (https://flic.kr/p/GqNxdx) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/883/41363231922_53f50662c7_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2628nM5)IMG_8294 (https://flic.kr/p/2628nM5) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Hydratech®

04-12-2018, 06:01 PM

The build is coming along nicely!

But.... One thing I noticed that truly alarmed me is that the ports on your steering gear are wide open, inviting a disaster that could even destroy our brake assist unit. This is a classic fubar that even the highly regarded mega high end pro builders make. Any tiny little fleck of debris can get in there without notice, possibly causing the PS pump to then self destruct, then ruining everything else in the PS system. Have you ever blown a torque converter or front pump before? poisoning the whole trans with pulverized metals almost to the point of no repair? If the PS pump self destructs, it will wreck the entire PS system the same way...

Sooooo..... Pretty please? Purty please with sugar on top? Tape or plug the ports shut on your steering gear - it sent chills right up my spine when I was checking out your build progress. Help! I cannot watch!

:bitchslap:

:cheers:

Sheck44

04-13-2018, 03:48 AM

Got it Paul ... will tape up today
Thanks for the heads up !!

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

04-15-2018, 03:33 PM

Just sorting out some items, but she's been scheduled for paint in 2 weeks

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/876/39672962980_f9214ac6b4_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23rLiH7)IMG_8323 (https://flic.kr/p/23rLiH7) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/809/26609877257_a40774140b_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Gxqzrc)IMG_8312 (https://flic.kr/p/Gxqzrc) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/785/41481226831_be728f2bf1_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/26cy8y4)IMG_8318 (https://flic.kr/p/26cy8y4) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/866/27609728038_6ffe9a0aea_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/J4M5eL)IMG_8320 (https://flic.kr/p/J4M5eL) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

WSSix

04-15-2018, 04:37 PM

Looks great, Steve!

waynieZ

04-15-2018, 04:42 PM

Looking Sweet! I can’t wait to see it in paint.

Sheck44

04-16-2018, 04:24 AM

Thanks guys !!
Yup ... getting pretty excited about this one as she comes together

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

04-16-2018, 06:27 AM

What are you doing for side steps? Stock pieces?

Jeff-

Sheck44

04-16-2018, 06:41 AM

Ketzer

04-16-2018, 08:37 AM

Hey Jeff, was just thinking about you this morning and wondering how yours is coming ... still trapped at interior ???

Ok so using stock side runners (Aqualu steps) But its very high ... Likely going to use some custom drop down steps like Amp Research Bedstep2 so the boss can get up more easily

http://www.amp-research.com/products/truckaccessories/bedstep2™/

Steve

We are down to door panels, the final step. I've seen his design render and signed off on it, just need to gitterdunn...

Really like those steps!! I guess I missed those when I was trying to figure out mine. Went with a tubular setup and added an extra stirrup for the boss.
Your idea is a lot cleaner!!!!

http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL267/1824562/24768060/413306514.jpg

Jeff-

Sheck44

05-13-2018, 04:05 AM

Fabbed up some kick panel speaker mounts, completely held on by earth magnets

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/943/40876027585_a04028a6f6_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25h5jUi)IMG_8362 (https://flic.kr/p/25h5jUi) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

over 10 hours to build this bad boy cage !!

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/963/28192905418_88480ab63e_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JXj1yb)IMG_8416 (https://flic.kr/p/JXj1yb) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

A little trial fitting ...

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/964/28192908058_387677f16c_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JXj2kG)IMG_8413 (https://flic.kr/p/JXj2kG) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Made up some new step brackets

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/969/41165330725_4cc8e0c90f_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25HD5Dt)IMG_8453 (https://flic.kr/p/25HD5Dt) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/944/41165329195_029a555d9f_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25HD5c6)IMG_8448 (https://flic.kr/p/25HD5c6) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Trial fit new soft soft top / frame ... VERY happy with the fit and finish

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/980/41165333115_ded4897788_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25HD6mF)IMG_8454 (https://flic.kr/p/25HD6mF) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/912/28192901998_415b16f04c_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JXiZxd)IMG_8456 (https://flic.kr/p/JXiZxd) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

And here is a peak of final colour combo .... overlayed my top over borrowed Nardo grey 40

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/955/40268750090_6e04d440a0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24mpSsE)Screen Shot 2018-05-13 at 5.48.00 AM (https://flic.kr/p/24mpSsE) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

syborg tt

05-13-2018, 05:30 AM

Sheck44

05-13-2018, 02:12 PM

Man I love this thing but when are you going to build the bike rack ??

On a side note now you have me considering the Amp Research side steps for my 4Runner as my factory’s nerf bars are rusting.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Marty ... we just got a 4Runner (2016) a few months ago, favourite SUV we've ever had ... wife LOVES it

Cheers
Steve

fleetus macmullitz

05-14-2018, 06:01 PM

Way to ‘Keep Canada Rollin’ Steve!

:D

raustinss

05-14-2018, 07:07 PM

hey no back dating, that one pic says October , we're going to need a massive update from then until yesterday lol

Sheck44

05-15-2018, 03:53 AM

Thanks ya'll ... and sorry for the confusion, the lower half of the picture (grey 40) I cut and pasted under my new grey top to get a good ides of the colour combo

So everyone is up to date, BUT I believe she is going for paint this week to be painted Nardo grey

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

05-15-2018, 03:21 PM

Nice!! Hope its a quick turnaround..

Sheck44

05-23-2018, 12:16 PM

Dropped off at the paint shop today ... cant wait !!
Looks like 2 weeks max

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/945/42258172062_dea16d7699_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27odbiu)IMG_8513 (https://flic.kr/p/27odbiu) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/969/27436217677_b07a550f20_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HNrMDP)IMG_8517 (https://flic.kr/p/HNrMDP) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/873/40498879370_b1818d50f5_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24GKkSS)IMG_8522 (https://flic.kr/p/24GKkSS) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

raustinss

05-23-2018, 12:36 PM

Same guys who did the camaro ?

Sheck44

05-24-2018, 03:46 AM

Ryan ... ah, no
This truck actually has a budget LOL

Steve

Ketzer

05-24-2018, 05:43 AM

B-u-d-g-e-t... I'm not sure I understand this terminology ?? :G-Dub:

Jeff-

waynieZ

05-24-2018, 02:01 PM

My wife keeps saying that word:EmoteClueless:

Sheck44

05-25-2018, 03:51 AM

Ok LMAO ... lets not kid ourselves by budget I mean I have a 'target' that I had, and already cruised by !!

Oh ... and I couldn't help myself when I saw one of these ... For the Cummins diesel FJ, just gotta figure out if Im going to dash mount it or mount it in the custom console that I am making for this one

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/873/41438601585_aa5c2173f9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/268MEy2)ilxf309-1 (https://flic.kr/p/268MEy2) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1752/27470808177_1b2b5ed6e7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HRv5cK)ilxf309 (https://flic.kr/p/HRv5cK) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

ADY

05-25-2018, 09:46 AM

What is the model number for that Alpine...I've been wanting to find a single DIN that would be adjustable enough to handle my sloped dash.

thanks!

rickpaw

05-25-2018, 12:25 PM

What is the model number for that Alpine...I've been wanting to find a single DIN that would be adjustable enough to handle my sloped dash.

thanks!

It looks like Alpine Halo9 iLX-F309
https://www.crutchfield.com/p_500ILXF309/Alpine-Halo9-iLX-F309.html?tp=5684

Sheck44

05-26-2018, 04:22 AM

Yes Rick is correct ... NOT cheap, and best price can be found on eBay/Sonic Electronix best offer accepted at $800.00

Cheers
Steve

Sheck44

05-26-2018, 04:23 AM

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1722/27491627527_0e1e630c27_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HTkM54)IMG_8526 (https://flic.kr/p/HTkM54) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

waynieZ

05-27-2018, 09:47 PM

Very Nice!!

Sheck44

06-20-2018, 09:01 AM

We have paint !!!!
Came out amazing, Clay is one hell of a painter

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1807/42872051092_f3790562b2_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28jst9G)IMG_8646 (https://flic.kr/p/28jst9G) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/900/42920946531_1e759e4aee_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28oM54v)IMG_8641 (https://flic.kr/p/28oM54v) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1770/42920952541_a2e652cdaf_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28oM6R8)IMG_8650 (https://flic.kr/p/28oM6R8) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1806/42872041512_3a30f48b2e_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28jsqiw)IMG_8654 (https://flic.kr/p/28jsqiw) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

and as you can see the soft top is going to match perfectly (thank god !! )

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1823/42920949821_442b6d4fa8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28oM63e)IMG_8657 (https://flic.kr/p/28oM63e) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

SSLance

06-20-2018, 09:13 AM

Man, that was fast! Very nicely done...

Is it put back together yet? :D

raustinss

06-20-2018, 10:07 AM

So confused ... is this the diesel one or the ls powered one

Spiffav8

06-20-2018, 10:27 AM

Looking Good!!

waynieZ

06-20-2018, 10:30 AM

The paint looks great, I like the color. With all the floor and underside coated this thing will be indestructible.

Sheck44

06-20-2018, 11:07 AM

Man, that was fast! Very nicely done...

Is it put back together yet? :D

LOL .. nice, thanks Lance
You gotta give me at least a week !!

Yessir, so this paint is a special single stage 'aerospace' paint that is tough as 'heck' so yes this truck is gonna be a grocery gettin' brut

Cheers
Steve

1965_SS

06-20-2018, 01:52 PM

WOW! That is very nice:excited:
Wish my car had paint that nice.......hahaha

ProTouring442

06-20-2018, 07:56 PM

LOL .. nice, thanks Lance
You gotta give me at least a week !!

Yessir, so this paint is a special single stage 'aerospace' paint that is tough as 'heck' so yes this truck is gonna be a grocery gettin' brut

Cheers
Steve

What's the paint?

Sheck44

06-21-2018, 03:46 AM

Ok .. I promised that I wouldn't give away the 'secret' paint but for you guys no problem !! Anyway, hardly anyone watches this link anyway ... besides Wayne & Jeff that is LOL

Here you go ... this stuff is truly awesome
Remember, single stage only, so no metallic

https://www.tempo-aerospace.com/about/

Sheck44

06-28-2018, 04:15 AM

https://live.staticflickr.com/840/43062744441_bd27534823_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPD4)IMG_8697 (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPD4) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

06-28-2018, 04:20 AM

Again all in the details ....

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1823/43062742931_330102d85d_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPc2)IMG_8698 (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPc2) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Knotchead clamps ... amazing to work with

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/840/43062744441_b8a2e35616_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPD4)IMG_8697 (https://flic.kr/p/28BiPD4) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1787/43013276782_c01cc23bb3_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28wWhCo)IMG_8706 (https://flic.kr/p/28wWhCo) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/844/43013271392_d0bd245262_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28wWg2s)IMG_8707 (https://flic.kr/p/28wWg2s) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr
Engine pretty much complete

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1770/43062740411_f9f73fb40e_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28BiNrz)IMG_8712 (https://flic.kr/p/28BiNrz) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Since trim rings dont come with stereos anymore and you cant actually buy one for this stereo I had my buddies machine shop water jet me one

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/845/43062739051_38c6114282_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28BiN38)IMG_8702 (https://flic.kr/p/28BiN38) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Body goes on today and we start electrical and assembly

Cheers
Steve

Ketzer

06-28-2018, 07:35 AM

Anyway, hardly anyone watches this link anyway ... besides Wayne & Jeff that is LOL

14,000 views... Ima say folks are watching :goggles:

Ketzer

06-28-2018, 07:43 AM

Thought you guys would have a laugh over this .... So, because the truck is going to come in at around 7 foot 6" with the top on I had to install a NEW 8 foot door

I was out in the attached house garage the other day doing some measuring... the wife comes out and asks whats up? "I think I might be able to put a four post over here so we can stack a couple cars and make more room for vehicles..." she took the tape measure away and went back in the house... :bitchslap:

Jeff-

waynieZ

06-28-2018, 08:03 PM

Thought you guys would have a laugh over this .... So, because the truck is going to come in at around 7 foot 6" with the top on I had to install a NEW 8 foot door

That's OK in similar fashion I put an 8' door on my garage and park a Pro-touring style Camaro in there. Sort of the same but backwards lol
This FJ is going to be too pretty to use in the rain. Very Nice.

Sheck44

06-29-2018, 03:26 AM

Too funny Jeff !! ... we 'all' have issues with vehicles, as I told my wife ... 'it could be worse I could be addicted to drugs or gambling' ... although now that I think of it drugs and gambling may be cheaper .. LOL

Wayne, did you end up putting in a 'hi-lift' door for your car hoist ??

Power washed, and ready for the body

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/921/43034659612_186877a739_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28yPSZS)IMG_2955 (https://flic.kr/p/28yPSZS) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Body on for the LAST time (I hope ...)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/836/28215961897_3dab380f48_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JZmbrF)IMG_8728 (https://flic.kr/p/JZmbrF) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Anyone recognize the sweet gas cap !!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1826/43034658552_65ac09152d_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28yPSFA)IMG_8733 (https://flic.kr/p/28yPSFA) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on FlickrSteve

SSLance

06-29-2018, 08:38 AM

**Drool**

Sheck44

07-01-2018, 04:04 PM

Thanks Lance ...

Some more cool pics, with LOTS of modifications

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1769/29263562338_3ff221dfed_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LzVpyf)IMG_8786 (https://flic.kr/p/LzVpyf) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/833/43085136932_8424db73c8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28DhA9u)IMG_8793 (https://flic.kr/p/28DhA9u) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/837/43135219691_f0ab63d0a8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28HHh1k)IMG_8792 (https://flic.kr/p/28HHh1k) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/917/43085130032_d25181fad8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28Dhy6w)IMG_8784 (https://flic.kr/p/28Dhy6w) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1789/28265809107_84c643a6bd_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/K4KEhk)IMG_8754 (https://flic.kr/p/K4KEhk) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/835/43135231121_36442650ff_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28HHkpp)IMG_8772 (https://flic.kr/p/28HHkpp) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

07-06-2018, 04:09 AM

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/844/28321789007_95e1d1d4f8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/K9Gza2)IMG_8842 2 (https://flic.kr/p/K9Gza2) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1781/29319663518_120439d4e4_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LESWtY)IMG_8843 2 (https://flic.kr/p/LESWtY) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1782/42328425835_cb662c3682_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27uqfir)IMG_8860 (https://flic.kr/p/27uqfir) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/923/41423239240_d8d546485d_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/267qVS1)IMG_8864 (https://flic.kr/p/267qVS1) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1786/43183293652_e79e6a841d_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28MXEHJ)IMG_8873 (https://flic.kr/p/28MXEHJ) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/922/41423245290_023d5ba2b0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/267qXEj)IMG_8874 (https://flic.kr/p/267qXEj) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

fleetus macmullitz

07-06-2018, 06:27 AM

:wow:

When it comes time to choose the ‘Canadian of the Year’... you’ve got my vote Steve.

:D

Sheck44

07-07-2018, 03:51 AM

LMAO !! ya ... right !!! :lostmarbles:
Skip I'm just a humble country boy that likes to spend way too much $$ on building sh%^#! ... :lol:

Fabbed up a nice new battery box for the Odyssey PC1200

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1766/42534618754_00e3313676_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27ND3gL)IMG_8879 (https://flic.kr/p/27ND3gL) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1829/42534616554_586b3c0923_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27ND2BQ)IMG_8883 (https://flic.kr/p/27ND2BQ) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1824/42534613314_144416b958_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27ND1DY)IMG_8886 (https://flic.kr/p/27ND1DY) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

waynieZ

07-07-2018, 05:03 PM

Nice! Plenty of head room under those hoods.

Sheck44

07-22-2018, 04:40 AM

Yessir Wayne, height is great, width down low not so much ... we have about 1/2" between the lower fenders and the PS Box, and on the other side the AC stuff

Some update pics ... we are SO close

The dash is coming along nicely, going to be very clean and simple

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/928/41726810710_9bf052bfa6_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/26zfP5S)IMG_9051 (https://flic.kr/p/26zfP5S) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Cant say enough about the new Dakota Digital HDX dash

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/862/43564642461_8cf257fab8_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29nEbrc)IMG_9067 (https://flic.kr/p/29nEbrc) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/934/43564639511_5fefe6f617_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29nEayk)IMG_9070 (https://flic.kr/p/29nEayk) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Full custom radiator/AC setup

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1807/41756466670_1a09c19bb0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/26BSNLw)IMG_9062 (https://flic.kr/p/26BSNLw) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Rear end done, this rear carrier from 4-Plus is so bad A!%$

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/941/29634265518_4333b771b3_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/M9FmGo)IMG_9010 (https://flic.kr/p/M9FmGo) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

And the last of the painting done

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1761/41726818950_3b6eef322e_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/26zfRwW)IMG_9038 (https://flic.kr/p/26zfRwW) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/936/41756493010_dde7f0e1b4_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/26BSWAE)IMG_9036 (https://flic.kr/p/26BSWAE) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Ketzer

07-22-2018, 07:02 AM

Almost there!!

Whos radiator setup is that?

Jeff-

kevin_l

07-22-2018, 07:23 AM

Such clean work. You're in the home stretch now!

waynieZ

07-22-2018, 08:53 PM

Your killing me I love this build!!!!! I tell my wife I loved that land cruiser, she looks at me like I'm nuts.

Sheck44

07-23-2018, 04:08 AM

Thanks Guys
Jeff ... that is the BTB /Man-A-Fre rad housing kit (had to be customized) with a speedway LS radiator

LOL ... Thanks Wayne, ya a LOT of people think I'm CRAZY, but thats fine, I already know that :idea:

So did about 9 hours yesterday and temp bolted up the front end

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/839/43539273412_ed887867ef_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29kqa6N)IMG_9073 (https://flic.kr/p/29kqa6N) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/841/42681627395_8c8e980390_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/282CuPv)IMG_9087 (https://flic.kr/p/282CuPv) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

and Dash almost complete

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/837/42681652315_d2c967c700_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/282CCea)IMG_9083 (https://flic.kr/p/282CCea) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

The only piece I can afford from Icon 4X4, billet gauge bezel

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/848/42868455414_3cddfdba40_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28j93hf)IMG_9084 (https://flic.kr/p/28j93hf) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

waynieZ

07-23-2018, 12:09 PM

Sweet! Getting close!

syborg tt

07-24-2018, 08:30 PM

Absolutely stunning what an incredible build

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Sandro's 1969 502 Camaro

07-24-2018, 11:42 PM

Wow!!! What an awesome build, can’t wait to see it finished.

NAPA 68

07-29-2018, 05:45 AM

You've certainly inspired my next build. While completely different(72 GMC K1500) I like an awful lot of what you did here!

GregWeld

07-29-2018, 08:01 AM

Wow Steve! This is one bad mofo!! Just so much goodness going on here! Crazy cool.

It’s come along pretty fast too huh? Once you got the motor it seems like you e been ripping

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minendrews68

07-29-2018, 02:28 PM

Sheck44

07-30-2018, 04:03 AM

Thanks everyone !
As always its really nice to receive the great feedback from you guys especially when I'm building a vehicle that is not really in 'line' with the traditional builds on this site

Yessir Greg, seems that way but in the background we have prebuilt and fabbed up everything already ... 3 steps forward and then 2 steps back

Almost there ....

Cheers
Steve

SSLance

07-30-2018, 09:28 AM

Is it done yet? :D

Went by Gateway Classic cars here in Phoenix Saturday for a Cars N Coffee and they had a nice FJ40 in there for sale... My wheels got to turning because of this thread so I had to quickly walk away and gather up my senses... :bitchslap:

raustinss

07-30-2018, 05:53 PM

Dont worry Lance , Steve's crazy and will sell this one once it's done... right buddy lol

Sheck44

08-01-2018, 04:22 AM

Lance ... thats too funny ! What year and how much did they want ?

Well actually... there is a guy over on the FJ40 forums that is waiting for me to finish and will likely make me an offer ... LOL

BUT, Ryan what I really want to do is finish this one and then get my 1966 FJ40 build with the R2.8 Diesel completely done for March and enter them both in the front hall, side by side at the Autorama car show. 2 really high end builds but different, THEN decide which one to sell

Don't think thats never been done before and would be really cool

Cheers
Steve

raustinss

08-01-2018, 07:25 AM

My god man ... 3 cars in 2 yrs ... all in the front hall. Your wife must hate you and banker love you lol . I'll be up your way on Sunday, need me to come drink your beer ?

SSLance

08-01-2018, 09:34 AM

Lance ... thats too funny ! What year and how much did they want ?

It was this one...

http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/SCT/282/1981-Toyota-Land-Cruiser

Stock #282-SCT
Price: $34,995
Year Make Model: 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
Engine: 4.2L I6 2BL
Transmission: Four Speed Manual
Mileage: 88,649 ( actual )
Body Style: SUV
Exterior Color: Red/White
Interior Color: Black
AM/FM Radio
Performance Tires
Power Steering
Radial Tires
Seatbelts
Numbers are Matching

http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/images/carpics/SCT/282/282.jpg

waynieZ

08-01-2018, 11:46 AM

Nice looking FJ, mine was that color but NO where near that nice.

Sheck44

08-01-2018, 07:21 PM

1981 ... thats a sweet truck Lance, would have been hard to walk away from :waveflag:

Steve

Sheck44

08-04-2018, 04:05 AM

And on a Friday he said ... "let there be light !"

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/928/42030798150_2b4f1c12a9_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2737PXC)55503940044__3C530D31-A79E-423B-93F5-B4C4C0166B61 (https://flic.kr/p/2737PXC) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Sheck44

08-04-2018, 04:07 AM

If you click the pic, its actually a video of the dash powering up ...

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1791/28902749307_69066358ac_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/L339pV)IMG_2391.MOV (https://flic.kr/p/L339pV) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

waynieZ

08-04-2018, 12:28 PM

My old eyes would definitely appreciate those lights. I love the gauge set up. I hope my car comes out this nice.

raustinss

08-04-2018, 03:13 PM

Nice , you'll be driving it before you know it .... btw is that a mustang fender I spy

LateralJeaz

08-04-2018, 10:27 PM

Have been watching from the beginning. Tons of win here. Love it.

Sheck44

08-08-2018, 04:14 AM

now we ALL love 1st starts !! well here is how it went down ...

1st off it fired up and ran perfectly right off the bat (no lie), BUT someone forgot to plug an oil galley in the back of the block and oil went EVERYWHERE !!! LOL

Other than that I could not be more happy, this thing is running perfectly
BIG thanks to Paul that did a great job on building the motor and putting everything together with me

(click pic)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1792/28986682157_386a124d2b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LasjJ2)IMG_9176-3 (https://flic.kr/p/LasjJ2) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

waynieZ

08-09-2018, 08:50 AM

Sweet! The beast comes to life...

Sheck44

08-18-2018, 04:59 AM

well everything is getting buttoned up now and expect to have this thing done by next weekend
To do's;
Carpet
Windshield (waiting on new one as they broke it in shipping !!)
fit doors
install top
and interior

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1799/44080415051_86ba933fcb_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2aaeDE4)IMG_9252 (https://flic.kr/p/2aaeDE4) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1840/44059749372_0d9071bcb4_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a8pJtf)IMG_9240 (https://flic.kr/p/2a8pJtf) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1779/42271630380_b789816f15_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27pp9Zs)IMG_9234 (https://flic.kr/p/27pp9Zs) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1880/44059771652_aaa55503c9_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a8pR6o)IMG_9266 (https://flic.kr/p/2a8pR6o) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1798/30212287048_c03b58bcf0_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/N2KSmQ)IMG_9224 (https://flic.kr/p/N2KSmQ) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1891/29170867027_96b6d08afb_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LrJjte)IMG_9230 (https://flic.kr/p/LrJjte) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1893/43390257844_44fecf5081_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/297fpXS)IMG_9267 (https://flic.kr/p/297fpXS) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

MtotheIKEo

08-18-2018, 12:50 PM

Truck is looking great, I love all the little details.
I tried looking back a few pages but didn’t see it, what head unit are you using?

waynieZ

08-20-2018, 12:32 AM

Coming together nice.

Sheck44

08-20-2018, 03:59 AM

Truck is looking great, I love all the little details.
I tried looking back a few pages but didn’t see it, what head unit are you using?

Thats the Sony XAV-AX100

Ok guys, so got all the stereo components hooked up temporarily yesterday and I have to say that this may be the best sounding system I've ever put together. Absolutely crystal clear, extremely precise and punchy and NOT boomy whatsoever ... and wow LOUD if you want.

Here is the list of items I'm using
Sony XAV-AX100
JL Audio JX360/4 amp (JL replaced now with RD400/4)
NVX QBUS8v2 8" powered sub under passenger seat, WOW for the $$ this thing is amazing !!
https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_96824_NVX-QBUS8v2-Under-Seat-Powered-Subwoofer-Enclosure-with-Integrated-Amplifier.html

And these speakers ... I cannot say enough about these, if you like rock then these are for you

infinity KAPPA 693.11i 6x9

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-infinity-KAPPA-693-11i-660-Watts-6-x-9-3-Way-Coaxial-Car-speakers/292197382830?epid=217370357&hash=item4408523aae:g:nf8AAOSwnw9aC0kM

Infinity Kappa 60.11cs 6 1/2" in the kick panels

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Infinity-Kappa-60-11cs-540-Watt-6-5-2-Way-Car-Component-Speaker-System-6-1-2/232711415847?hash=item362eae6827:g:8lIAAOSwXRxauSG A

Should be completed by this weekend !!

Cheers
Steve

BBC71Nova

08-20-2018, 08:15 AM

This thing turned out awesome! Which SEMA booth can we check it out in? :idea: Seriously, be much more of a draw than another lifted JK/JL.

Sheck44

08-23-2018, 04:27 AM

John, thanks for that comment, boy that would be quite an honour, and I would take it if I wasn't like 2 thousand miles away LOL

Yes, as this thing comes together I could not be happier, again like the Camaro I had a vision for this truck and I believe it came together just the way I wanted ... when seen in person everyone's 1st words are 'bad A$$ !!' and thats exactly the response I was looking for

Off for interior this morning !!

I know I'm a little biased but I tend to agree .... (8

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1875/29278475267_2475d38ccc_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LBeQDH)IMG_9317 (https://flic.kr/p/LBeQDH) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

1965_SS

08-23-2018, 10:06 AM

How about "seriously bad ass"!
Nice job!
:trophy-1302:

Flash68

08-23-2018, 04:14 PM

That thing is awesome. Great job.

waynieZ

08-23-2018, 09:13 PM

Gorgeous FJ40!

Peter McMahon

08-26-2018, 09:52 AM

That is beautiful! Probably camera angle but is there any issue with the forward edge of rear tires contacting the body?

Sheck44

08-27-2018, 04:31 AM

Here you go Pete ... yes lots of clearance

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1843/43496920684_c3eb3f81d1_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29gF67m)IMG_9313 (https://flic.kr/p/29gF67m) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Peter McMahon

08-28-2018, 01:37 PM

If you ever want a 56’ F100 , let me know , we can trade!

Sheck44

08-30-2018, 06:19 AM

Another GREAT interior/carpet job by Harold at New Image !!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1892/29427026967_e9da90af84_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/LQncTV)IMG_9388 (https://flic.kr/p/LQncTV) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1878/30495799948_ee89823cbd_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NsNWSh)IMG_9394 (https://flic.kr/p/NsNWSh) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1878/43456783865_178f0926bb_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29d8nQe)IMG_9390 (https://flic.kr/p/29d8nQe) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1876/30495791648_6175e34a76_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NsNUpb)IMG_9376 (https://flic.kr/p/NsNUpb) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

SSLance

08-30-2018, 06:53 AM

Nice!!! Now let's take that thing out and get it muddy!!!

Nlped47

08-30-2018, 09:06 AM

Those seats are NOT going to be comfortable ;)

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Sheck44

08-30-2018, 12:59 PM

Lance ... my 'urban' assault vehicle will NOT be muddin' any time soon LOL

Steve

waynieZ

08-30-2018, 02:38 PM

Very Nice!

fleetus macmullitz

08-30-2018, 04:08 PM

:wow: great layout and execution Steve. :cool:

1965_SS

09-02-2018, 05:15 PM

:wow: Really nice!!!!!!!!!!!

Sheck44

09-03-2018, 05:22 AM

Thanks everyone !!
So we are getting there ... hope to have the soft top installed today

Took some work but we are very happy with the door alignment

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1867/43726853904_d897744f65_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29BZyfd)IMG_9468 (https://flic.kr/p/29BZyfd) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

Heated Seats and stereo equipment installed on seat frame

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1900/42636178040_496fd78326_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/27XByiW)IMG_9432 (https://flic.kr/p/27XByiW) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1877/43726850444_ae00ef2d4f_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29BZxdy)IMG_9451 (https://flic.kr/p/29BZxdy) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1843/43535281955_f972ad7968_h.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29k4Gzz)IMG_9455 (https://flic.kr/p/29k4Gzz) by Steve Heck (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155790242@N07/), on Flickr