Post by: Wingman on March 01, 2014, 11:29:04 PM
Some know that I've been shopping for "random" parts and asking unusual questions that would lead one to believe that a super-secret project was afoot. Those who had to be made privy were sworn to secrecy. A heavy burden...
After much reading, image reviewing, and deliberation, I think I've finally come to the conclusion that my next project will be a ground-up custom Willys MB build, for "wreck" and road only. I've always loved the reputation and appearance of the WW2 Willys Jeep. Not quite buggy status (I'll probably regret this later) but a build that will only use the grille and hood from the real thing. The body dimensions will remain intact with a slight front clip extension to make room for the drivetrain. The goal is to remain small and as lightweight as possible and keep all of the look of an American classic. While not a thorough-bred, a tribute none the less. May have to add some real bullet holes, err, I mean, speed holes.
Couple of inspirational pics:
(http://www.twistedandes.com/foro/attachment.php?attachmentid=87174&stc=1&d=1277083577)
(http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k62/mike_gardner/E4378BB3-F1F0-4A1B-8496-D0AF337BE873-752-000000B94C0A6102_zpse91e3ba6.jpg)
(http://image.4wheeloffroad.com/f/9337361/p61185large+jeep+side_view.jpg)
Starting points:
D44 front w/RCVs
Ford 9' HP rear
D300 t-case
5.3 aluminum LS
4L60E
4-link rear?
3-link front?
coilovers?
flat belly ~20"
2x4 box frame
integrated full cage
tin body panels
36-37" tire/wheel combo
full hydro steering
~86-87" wheel base
dropped seating
lower windshield and cage height
low COG
road legal
Think "big kid's go-cart" (borrowed phrase)
Always open to words of encouragement, criticism, tech wisdom, and heckling.
So, there it is. Now to collect some more parts, tools, material, and ambition...
Post by: jaysenodell on March 02, 2014, 07:56:50 AM
Post by: cracker on March 02, 2014, 08:06:04 AM
Post by: rejeep on March 02, 2014, 08:35:58 AM
Post by: SlvrJK on March 02, 2014, 08:48:41 AM
Post by: Ryan on March 02, 2014, 09:42:48 AM
Couple suggestions from someone who has some experience with the D44. Dont do it. Go right to the 60. And a 60 in the back too. You caould get away with stock 60 front shafts as well, but I would do the 35 spline with the Yukon lock outs. Or removeable drive slugs. Seems the money you would spend making a D44 stron enough would be better spent elsewhere?
The d44 will not be up to the task, not with a LS motor in there.
The D300 is also questionable, but I guess it could work...... But with a V8? An Atlas would be a better choice, get the low gearing and strength.
Post by: mr.mindless on March 02, 2014, 10:16:18 AM
Couple suggestions from someone who has some experience with the D44. Dont do it. Go right to the 60.
... Seems the money you would spend making a D44 stron enough would be better spent elsewhere
I see what you're after with the lighter axles and case but for the price of a RCV'd 44 you could probably be close to a 9" front running stock or cromo 60 shafts. Lighter and stronger than the 44.
Nobody should ever use a 44 in something it isn't already under :)
Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1)ing in traffic
Post by: gif on March 02, 2014, 10:49:17 AM
I vote D60 front.
Loco jeep is a great example .
350tbi / NV4500/ D300 Eaton rear (old school 14B)
He tried for years to keep a D44 under the front of his jeep. Spent mad money swapping on "better" parts.
After breaking two shafts in one trip, he was done.
I sold him D60. He put in 35 spline shafts and slugs. Done. Now he has a Built D44 he cant give away...
Next weak link was the D300, popped the rear output. Loco has a heavy foot ;D
Is this a list of parts you have? or a wish list
Post by: rejeep on March 02, 2014, 10:52:35 AM
D300 is fine
LS motor is wrong... 8)
spare me and don't destroy a MB...
dont be another Jeep built tough with chevy stuff....
Post by: Nick on March 02, 2014, 12:09:16 PM
Post by: rejeep on March 02, 2014, 02:06:20 PM
(http://www.cotygonzales.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/OneEyedWilly_Fullpic_1.gif)
Post by: Wingman on March 02, 2014, 04:32:33 PM
And most of you know how I drive. Keeping a D44 alive shouldn't be that difficult. Had considered the front 9" route. That may become a future option.
Of that list, I have the axles less RCVs and HP third, a couple of D300s, and the LS on the way. Plan to pick up some steel this week.
Post by: gif on March 02, 2014, 07:01:54 PM
And most of you know how I drive. Keeping a D44 alive shouldn't be that difficult.
V8 power will change that 8)
Post by: M4wdFab on March 02, 2014, 07:31:53 PM
Amazing how it feels like a tbi 350 when you pack the air cleaner with sand though:)
Post by: gif on March 02, 2014, 07:37:02 PM
My right foot loves a tuned 5.3
Amazing how it feels like a tbi 350 when you pack the air cleaner with sand though:)
screw you !! my TBI does just fine ;D
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 03, 2014, 07:25:31 AM
I'm very excited to see this project start also.
I agree the 300 output is a weak link and should be upgraded asap with V8.
I'm confident Marks driving style can and will be fine with the 44. Especially with RCV's. It's all about Finess.
We had similar Dana 44 - V8 shaft breakage issues in competition , But these were Extreme rock crawling competition situations on mostly on Spraycrete.
Most major failures early on were shitty u joints and stock shafts.
However i do recall asking why not go with the 60 - 14?
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 03, 2014, 07:25:51 AM
This is what i envision.
Post by: Wingman on March 03, 2014, 08:39:26 AM
However i do recall asking why not go with the 60 - 14?
Housing weight, length and diff size (length and belly). Also only running 36-37" tires. Short wheel base makes inches valuable.
Post by: CJ on March 03, 2014, 09:25:14 AM
Chromo & RCV's should be golden.
Looks like it's going to be a sweet build!
Post by: M4wdFab on March 03, 2014, 09:30:21 AM
i would run the best you can afford, i spent about $6K on axle shafts last year alone....
Post by: mr.mindless on March 03, 2014, 09:37:27 AM
I stand by it being a waste of good money to bling a 44. There are better options for the 2500 you're going to have into a balljoint, small ring gear, still not that light, thing.
Post by: Harrison on March 03, 2014, 10:21:46 AM
I am super excited to watch progress on this build!! Super cool.
Post by: etk300ex on March 03, 2014, 11:03:35 AM
I love this one
(http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e248/nrminime/Jesse%20Haines%20ProMod/DSC_0021.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 03, 2014, 11:29:01 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 03, 2014, 11:49:25 AM
Post by: matt on March 03, 2014, 12:14:42 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 03, 2014, 12:27:02 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 03, 2014, 01:06:48 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 03, 2014, 01:41:57 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on March 03, 2014, 01:43:44 PM
Or ginormous hood scoop!I think Arie is commenting on your parentage. Most likely in a not-so-nice manner.
:P
Post by: Wingman on March 03, 2014, 05:13:18 PM
Also a new shop tool to pick up tomorrow! Hint - sparks will fly!
Post by: M4wdFab on March 03, 2014, 05:15:54 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 04, 2014, 12:33:39 PM
I know what it is!!!
B-zzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Post by: Wingman on March 04, 2014, 02:47:54 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5762.jpg)
Mahany Welding had an unbeatable deal with full warranty. I'm so excited! Why does it have to be so cold out?
Post by: gif on March 04, 2014, 03:02:24 PM
Happy (early) birthday to me...
Mahany Welding had an unbeatable deal with full warranty. I'm so excited! Why does it have to be so cold out?
congrats.
and welcome to the "Miller" club
Post by: CJ on March 04, 2014, 03:06:47 PM
Congrats!! Going to have tons of fun! 8)
Post by: cracker on March 04, 2014, 03:08:48 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 05, 2014, 10:54:16 AM
Your gonna love it.
HF cart is ok for the $ But def needs improvement.
Wheels in particular.
Do you have a tank and reg?
Post by: Wingman on March 05, 2014, 11:09:32 AM
I have a bunch of casters that I can use to upgrade that cart or make something better. I'm leaning on something a little more terrain-friendly. The current set-up does not roll well on the stone driveway.
Also remembered that I have a TJ poly fuel tank with pump/sender and accel/brake pedal assemblies I can use.
Trans core picked up yesterday.
Today's goal is to get steel ordered.
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 05, 2014, 12:49:56 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 05, 2014, 03:13:33 PM
20' = 1.25 x .095 HREW tube
20' = 1.75 x .120 HREW tube
80' = 1.75 x .120 DOM tube
48' = 4 x 2 x 3/16 rect tube (frame, misc)
7' = 3 x 2 x 3/16 rect tube (rockers)
36 x 96 16g HR plate
48 x 48 3/16 HR plate
We'll see how close I am. ???
Post by: gif on March 05, 2014, 09:03:41 PM
Here's my steel order:
20' = 1.25 x .095 HREW tube
20' = 1.75 x .120 HREW tube
80' = 1.75 x .120 DOM tube
48' = 4 x 2 x 3/16 rect tube (frame, misc)
7' = 3 x 2 x 3/16 rect tube (rockers)
36 x 96 16g HR plate
48 x 48 3/16 HR plate
We'll see how close I am. ???
so far your rig weighs 798 lbs ;D
Post by: Wingman on March 06, 2014, 05:24:17 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5766.jpg)
Post by: wnyjpgy on March 07, 2014, 07:51:40 AM
Injected 350, nv4500, atlas, currie built 44/9" (true hi 9 center section)
Box tubing frame, etc.
(http://s28.postimg.org/lhd6twqul/crop6.jpg)
(http://s28.postimg.org/mc4btoo31/DSC00281.jpg)
Post by: wnyjpgy on March 07, 2014, 08:01:10 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 07, 2014, 10:36:21 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 07, 2014, 10:43:02 AM
Post by: CJ on March 07, 2014, 11:09:37 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 07, 2014, 12:19:54 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on March 07, 2014, 12:32:58 PM
Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1)ing in traffic
Post by: etk300ex on March 07, 2014, 12:46:26 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 07, 2014, 02:21:44 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 07, 2014, 02:38:34 PM
Post by: TrailTamer on March 14, 2014, 04:34:07 PM
I have 3 front Ford D60 housings, lmk if want one if you decide to go away from D44.
Why not 700R4 or 4L60?
Post by: Wingman on March 14, 2014, 09:25:30 PM
Post by: TrailTamer on March 15, 2014, 12:36:37 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 15, 2014, 08:41:24 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 15, 2014, 09:06:42 AM
Its The new building across from ryan and Liz.
When I stopped in there few weeks ago the manager told me they are just distribution center but I could order from main office in Buffalo.
I will pursue this option for future tube purchases.
Mainly because pacemaker doesn't seem to stock Dom anymore.
Post by: M4wdFab on March 16, 2014, 08:57:02 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 16, 2014, 09:43:42 PM
Pace maker is good about getting quotes back much faster than 12 hours.
However 1 week for dom delivery is unacceptable imo.
Post by: M4wdFab on March 16, 2014, 10:15:36 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 18, 2014, 12:02:53 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 19, 2014, 07:54:59 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5778.jpg)
How do my welds look? Getting better with my new machine.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5777.jpg)
Post by: gif on March 19, 2014, 09:51:13 PM
are you working from plans / sketch / picture?
Post by: Wingman on March 19, 2014, 11:14:32 PM
Ruffstuff suspension parts due next week.
Post by: rejeep on March 20, 2014, 08:10:03 AM
very nice Mr. retire... maybe my extra CJ3 isn’t out of the realm of possible for you..
Post by: Nick on March 20, 2014, 08:50:06 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 20, 2014, 09:02:49 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 20, 2014, 05:06:29 PM
I need a plasma cutter.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5779.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5780.jpg)
Post by: gif on March 20, 2014, 07:04:08 PM
new steel is so fun!
x2
welding new clean steel is my fav
Post by: Harrison on March 20, 2014, 09:26:49 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 20, 2014, 10:53:33 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 20, 2014, 11:17:59 PM
IMO, having a little bevel/gap when using a wirefeed welder is very important, especially on butt welds. Bead looks neat and consistent though!!
Yup, beveled and/or gap, where indicated.
dont be afraid to make those things diamonds.... avoid vertical welds on frame rails
Laziness and non-creative on my part. 3/16" tube and 3/16 plate. Should be good?
Post by: gif on March 21, 2014, 06:54:28 AM
dont be afraid to make those things diamonds.... avoid vertical welds on frame rails
(http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/attachments/jeep-hardcore-tech/594425d1304445769-frame-stretch-ideas-fish-plates.jpg)
i like this style
(http://www.trailslesstraveled.com/content/techarticles/37/23groundgussetted.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on March 21, 2014, 08:56:53 AM
the scrambler frame i did was 2x5 11g not sure why i chose that now lol
Post by: Wingman on March 21, 2014, 05:18:36 PM
YJ leaves I picked up are rusty piles of broken-ness. I guess I'll be ordering new waggy leaves. Was leaning toward front leaves for simplicity.
Grille just set in for thickness reference. Too low in current position but will likely be down between the rails some. Leaving space in front for recessed winch.
Looks like final length should be around 127-129". That's 13" off of existing rails. 86-88" wheel base. With 36" tire, around 21" belly.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5783.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on March 21, 2014, 05:25:28 PM
nice work mark keep at it and dont stop!
Post by: Wingman on March 22, 2014, 05:13:06 PM
Front spring hangers and shackle bushing, rear 4-link kit.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5784.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 24, 2014, 05:05:55 PM
Have to rethink my current axle selection, they're wider than I thought. It's a crying shame too because they are almost perfect in every other way.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5796.jpg)
Post by: KingtheZJ on March 24, 2014, 05:16:01 PM
shortening a long side on the front is really easy. you are getting RCVs anyway, so they can make you a custom long side.
rear is a semi float? cut and re broach, or custom shafts shouldn't be bad.
Post by: mr.mindless on March 24, 2014, 05:23:48 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on March 24, 2014, 05:31:12 PM
how wide are they? seems youre going to be hard pressed to find anything narrower thats worth it.
front = 68" rear = 65.5"
shortening a long side on the front is really easy. you are getting RCVs anyway, so they can make you a custom long side.
If I am to keep leaves, both sides will need to be shortened to keep the diff necessarily outboard.
Post by: M4wdFab on March 24, 2014, 05:38:12 PM
Post by: gif on March 24, 2014, 08:49:17 PM
Post by: rejeep on March 24, 2014, 09:00:00 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 24, 2014, 09:03:10 PM
link the front
It may come to this...
Post by: Harrison on March 24, 2014, 09:03:20 PM
X2 on linking the front. It seems much more intimidating to build than it really is and well worth it.
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 25, 2014, 08:26:31 AM
I'll stay out of the debate on keeping the axles or not. ;)
Progress looks great mark.
Nice welds!
Keep it going... I know how hectic retirement can get! :p
Post by: etk300ex on March 25, 2014, 08:31:01 AM
needs 40"s looks fine
x5!
Post by: Wingman on March 25, 2014, 08:24:44 PM
Investigated 4-link placement some. Any benefit to making the frame side longer than t-case output?
Post by: mr.mindless on March 26, 2014, 09:25:09 AM
The closer in position your tcase output and link mounts are the less driveshaft slip you'll use.
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: jaysenodell on March 26, 2014, 10:02:32 AM
And stupid level of simplification...
so if you have a 100% equal (linear along a strict 2 plane (x, y) axis) length for the DS and CA links then you would not need the slip in the DS or t-case if you have the pivot point(CA mount bolt and DS u joint centers) at the same horizontal value and and an equal but relative y value.
x axis would be horizontal front to back. y axis vertical.
Does this apply front and rear equally?
Post by: Wingman on March 26, 2014, 10:06:59 AM
Post by: jaysenodell on March 26, 2014, 10:38:59 AM
It's more the "theory" question. I was thinking about it when we were working on the bumper and you had all those nice shiny parts just begging to be welded to something. when we got to the point of frame length and such the idea of how to get the best placement of the CA mounts was bothering me. if you can reduce the non-rotational forces on the DS components with proper ca mount placement it seems like something that should be thought through.
but then i do way to much thinking about things that just don't matter.
Post by: mr.mindless on March 27, 2014, 08:12:17 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 08:17:54 AM
And is that actual length or functional swing arc length?
Post by: mr.mindless on March 27, 2014, 08:55:48 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 09:01:51 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on March 27, 2014, 09:05:42 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: orange anchor on March 27, 2014, 10:16:38 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 10:23:33 AM
Post by: matt on March 27, 2014, 12:12:47 PM
Any thoughts on the 70% rule (upper link should be 70% the length of the lower)?
And is that actual length or functional swing arc length?
I used this with mine. and I do not have any complaints. It is 70% of actual length
The general rules I used were:
Keep the lowers as flat as possible, uppers are 70% of lowers, 9 to 12" of vertical seperation at axle, 6 ish at other end. Build in some adjustment.
Post by: matt on March 27, 2014, 12:17:43 PM
http://s126.photobucket.com/user/mattmey/library/#/user/mattmey/library/zuki%20linking?sort=3&page=1&_suid=139593693447603056211356619341
There are a couple more in the main folder of photobucket as well.
Same thing holds true for a 3 link or 4 link.
Post by: gif on March 27, 2014, 02:18:17 PM
I will post up some tech when I get home.
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 02:53:36 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5798.jpg)
Post by: gif on March 27, 2014, 03:01:27 PM
http://www.orcfab.com/tech/4link1.html
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 03:55:09 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 27, 2014, 03:59:47 PM
going to be a rat rod or 572 style?
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2014, 04:30:39 PM
Mock-up, not the correct outer bracket:
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5799.jpg)
Post by: Nick on March 27, 2014, 06:04:08 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 08:33:56 AM
The rear is going to NEED a high pinion something. My thought is a Ruffstuff Ford 9" (http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/FORD9.html) housing, True Hi9 (http://www.truehi9.com/) diff 35 spline, and full float (http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/FLANGE60.html) conversion.
The front may just be a D60 or may do a Ford 9"/D60 hybrid (http://www.currieenterprises.com/cestore/productsRE.aspx?id=3915) depending on funds.
Any thoughts?
Anyone have a set of usable spindles and hubs from a Chevy D60 about?
Post by: M4wdFab on March 28, 2014, 09:23:56 AM
dont forget brake brackets and spindle hardware and lockouts. its annoying to piece an axle together.
Post by: mr.mindless on March 28, 2014, 09:26:15 AM
Post by: matt on March 28, 2014, 11:24:11 AM
If you go that route, the Wilbert's PNP had some good deals on complete axles to cut up. I do not know if they are even open after the fire.
Post by: jaysenodell on March 28, 2014, 11:28:46 AM
I have wanted to build a 609 for a while now. Maybe for the bronco. I have all the tubes out to hub from a unit bearing dodge. And a line on a 9" if I get down to get it.They are. Running out of secondary building.
If you go that route, the Wilbert's PNP had some good deals on complete axles to cut up. I do not know if they are even open after the fire.
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 12:04:04 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on March 28, 2014, 12:38:51 PM
Post by: gif on March 28, 2014, 03:42:57 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 04:22:58 PM
$$$$ Ruffstuff order completed. 15% off!
Post by: Nick on March 28, 2014, 04:49:35 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 05:19:58 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 28, 2014, 05:28:59 PM
i have never read up or cared about text book suspension design. i have a few of my own rules of thumb right or wrong i dont know- 6 cars so far and no complaints.
Post by: mr.mindless on March 28, 2014, 05:54:05 PM
Post by: gif on March 28, 2014, 07:38:45 PM
100% AS = The rear of the buggy will remain perfectly stable when accelerating on level ground due to the fact the that torque generated as a result of the axle wanting to twist will be transfer through the links and counter act the effect of the weight transfer.
over 100% AS = The rear of the buggy will rise on accll on flat ground because the torque generated from the axle wanting to twist is overpowering the force from weight transfer causing the rear to rise.
AS too high = vehicle hops = Axle wants to walk under the vehicle, weight transfers and unloads due to traction loss.
AS too low = vehicle wants to stand up. nose wants to lift, changing your COG.
AS "good" = no unwanted body motion. can sit on hill face and smoke the tires off !! ;D
(http://members.home.nl/vd.kraats/ligfiets/4Link5.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 08:14:22 PM
So, it would seem that unless I were to drop the chassis down, there is no way I'm going to achieve optimal anti-squat numbers. Seems counter-productive for this crawler unless I go to enormous tires or drag through every obstacle. Not likely on either account. Hoping it won't be awful. If it is, I'll change it somehow. Suspension experiment 101. ;D
Not sure how some of the piles out there come anywhere close to the right number given the height their chassis and angle of their links. :o
Post by: Nick on March 28, 2014, 08:22:58 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 28, 2014, 08:28:46 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on March 28, 2014, 08:33:03 PM
AS "good" = no unwanted body motion. can sit on hill face and smoke the tires off !! ;D
I think this is called "the sMike club".
Post by: Nick on March 28, 2014, 08:41:13 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 30, 2014, 06:05:02 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 31, 2014, 06:23:23 PM
LM4 aluminum block (pre-L33), 40k miles, 290 hp, 325 f/lbs torque, "drive-by-wire"
Needs a pan change, intake should be fine. We'll see.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5800.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on March 31, 2014, 06:28:50 PM
Post by: Ryan on March 31, 2014, 07:49:10 PM
It looks like a sweet motor.
Post by: gif on March 31, 2014, 09:27:16 PM
How tall are these engines?
Willys have low hood lines.
I can see packaging in your future.
(http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/attachments/general-4x4-discussion/649377d1327652266-new-ibex-4-seat-chassis-goat-built-lm7-th400-3.jpg)
EDIT* found it.
(http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/4810/truckjb4.gif)
Post by: Wingman on March 31, 2014, 10:05:09 PM
Those are great renderings (keep that stuff coming)! Both show different oil pans than presently on it but top drawing is similar in depth. Need a different oil pan so it will be the same height as trans pan for protective skid plating. From belly to top of hood should be about 27".
LS1 intake would be the second height trim, if necessary. Concession is slightly lower HP numbers.
Post by: Wingman on April 02, 2014, 08:50:57 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5802.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 03, 2014, 08:05:16 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 03, 2014, 08:45:14 PM
Might have to start bending tube. Bah! :o
Post by: rejeep on April 03, 2014, 08:50:14 PM
I can get AA if needed.
Post by: Wingman on April 03, 2014, 08:56:35 PM
I ordered #50-0432 (4L60E to D300).
Post by: rejeep on April 03, 2014, 09:05:12 PM
So yes. Cancel and lmk what pn it is... I can get you a price..
Post by: M4wdFab on April 04, 2014, 09:39:35 AM
588$ for an adaptor? wow-
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 10:17:31 AM
Novak about $100 more.
Post by: gif on April 04, 2014, 11:31:27 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 11:34:16 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 11:35:08 AM
No, but I'm a dealer...
So yes. Cancel and lmk what pn it is... I can get you a price..
Waiting for reply from AA.
Post by: gif on April 04, 2014, 11:38:17 AM
Has VSS provision in the adapter. Link (http://www.advanceadapters.com/products/50-0432--1997-to-current-gm-4l60e4l65e-4wd--to-the-jeep-dana-300-transfer-caseadapter-kit/)
Thats cool.
Post by: cracker on April 04, 2014, 11:38:50 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 11:40:51 AM
Post by: Harrison on April 04, 2014, 12:08:10 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 12:15:32 PM
Going to be a whole new experience for me... 8)
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 12:34:42 PM
Corvette C6 new take-off
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5803.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on April 04, 2014, 12:54:10 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 04, 2014, 01:27:09 PM
No, but I'm a dealer...
So yes. Cancel and lmk what pn it is... I can get you a price..
Waiting for reply from AA.
AA cancelled the order. All yours Arie. Re-posted in your section.
Post by: Wingman on April 12, 2014, 07:58:29 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5804.jpg)
Finished welding up and tacking on rear link mounts.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5805.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on April 14, 2014, 10:49:27 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5807.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 07:59:33 AM
I'm done with engine stand.
I can drop it off ASAP.
Post by: Wingman on April 15, 2014, 08:10:56 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 08:17:07 AM
So the bender is avail.
I won't be needing it until after we return.
Post by: M4wdFab on April 15, 2014, 11:20:52 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 12:38:41 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on April 15, 2014, 01:00:51 PM
http://allentown.craigslist.org/cto/4412040432.html (http://allentown.craigslist.org/cto/4412040432.html)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 01:26:42 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 03:20:38 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 15, 2014, 04:17:57 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2014, 05:13:20 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 16, 2014, 04:49:27 PM
This one gave me a little trouble getting it leveled and positioned >:(
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5809.jpg)
Also bent my first piece of (practice) tube
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5808.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 16, 2014, 05:11:05 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 16, 2014, 05:21:59 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 16, 2014, 05:37:00 PM
dont be afraid to use a pipe to open or stretch a bend, or twist a compound bend axis
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 17, 2014, 07:52:00 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 17, 2014, 09:19:40 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 17, 2014, 10:12:59 AM
Post by: jacel86 on April 17, 2014, 04:51:03 PM
Baaaaahahaha
Post by: Wingman on April 18, 2014, 06:20:02 PM
Kind of starting to look like something. Not sure what, but something.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5812.jpg)
Post by: dubt on April 18, 2014, 07:14:32 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 19, 2014, 03:42:35 PM
First thing Monday morning, I get to make unpleasant phone calls. Grrr! >:(
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 19, 2014, 03:44:01 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 19, 2014, 04:05:59 PM
Tube coping calculator (http://www.metalgeek.com/static/cope.pcgi)
Should reduce my cut, grind, test, grind, test, grind, test, grind, test, grind, test, etc.
Post by: M4wdFab on April 19, 2014, 05:07:33 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on April 19, 2014, 06:04:45 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on April 19, 2014, 06:41:14 PM
They've already lost my tubing business with the last order of link material being ~$2/ft higher than Service Steel.
Post by: Wingman on April 21, 2014, 05:31:16 PM
Used some "spare" tires that were laying about to figure axle width. I think it's going to be set at 62" wms.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5813.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on April 21, 2014, 06:12:21 PM
Aesthetically, should the front A pillar/windshield hoop be shorter than the B pillar hoop or the same height? Any advantage to either? I'm thinking maybe slightly shorter but not dramatic to minimize vertical field-of-vision loss.
Post by: M4wdFab on April 21, 2014, 07:30:02 PM
plan on running in light rain? consider where the roof ends, drips on gages, legs ect sucks.
i like the B the high point- for structural reasons around your head.
seat of the pants engineering might suggest a flat roof will pancake in a roll, instead of roll out of it.
think out the X;s and support the frame rails from spreading apart with proper cross bars. matts car is just about the best we have done with the least amount of dead tubes
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 22, 2014, 12:07:29 AM
Are you planning to build around a windshield?
Seems like if you stay true willys style it won't net you the headroom you will need.
Post by: Wingman on April 22, 2014, 07:42:29 AM
Agreed/planned on the most rigid being the B pillar.
Post by: Wingman on April 22, 2014, 08:25:20 PM
rear TrueHi9, 5.38s, 35 spl Grizzly locker, 1350
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5815.jpg)
Post by: SlvrJK on April 22, 2014, 10:55:24 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 22, 2014, 11:04:49 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on April 23, 2014, 12:06:32 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on April 23, 2014, 08:17:09 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 23, 2014, 08:19:31 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 23, 2014, 01:25:55 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5818.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on April 23, 2014, 05:28:02 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on April 24, 2014, 05:03:26 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5819.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on April 25, 2014, 07:49:10 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 26, 2014, 12:59:42 PM
Can the engine/trans combo be level or does it need to have a rearward tilt? Historically, the tilt was required for driveline angle and the intake/carb set accordingly, correct? Neither apply here...
Post by: Wingman on April 26, 2014, 10:45:59 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5820.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on April 27, 2014, 06:28:31 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5821.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on April 28, 2014, 12:20:42 PM
feel free to off set the motor in the frame rails to make more room for drive shaft / pumpkin clearance. we forgot to do that with matts car. 928 and 571 are TIGHT to a 60 yoke.
DRW 60s suck other than parting them for cash.
Post by: mr.mindless on April 28, 2014, 12:29:13 PM
I think the 50 hubs are the same, thinking about the dodge brake swap stuff I know. That may work.
Engine offset to get away from the chevy diff eats pedal box room fast. Seems that building around Ford drop and a passenger shifted drivetrain would be more beneficial?
Post by: Wingman on April 28, 2014, 12:50:08 PM
I'm very reluctant to flip the D300 and don't know of another good low range gear case except Atlas or Stak...
Post by: mr.mindless on April 28, 2014, 01:02:21 PM
Check on the dana 50 thing though, might be the ticktet.
Post by: M4wdFab on April 28, 2014, 02:19:27 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 29, 2014, 08:11:45 AM
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41WCnEbxs%2BL._SX425_.jpg)
Post by: KingtheZJ on April 29, 2014, 08:37:05 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on April 29, 2014, 09:21:09 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on April 29, 2014, 09:28:52 AM
i bought another truck to get SRW chevy hubs
Post by: Wingman on April 29, 2014, 10:25:05 AM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5823.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 29, 2014, 12:40:55 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 01, 2014, 05:24:17 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5825.jpg)
Post by: SlvrJK on May 01, 2014, 05:27:51 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 02, 2014, 03:22:45 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5829.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on May 02, 2014, 03:23:58 PM
Post by: rejeep on May 02, 2014, 03:29:33 PM
What bearings did you get?
Parts master bearings are ok and all.. But for a wheeler with your power to weight ratio I would have gone national or timken.
All delco OE parts should come preassembled.. Glad to see they are still doing it
Post by: Wingman on May 02, 2014, 03:39:55 PM
I didn't specify, my fault. I would have had you order them but I wasn't sure if they'd be loaded hubs. We can worry about it later.
Post by: Wingman on June 04, 2014, 04:51:08 PM
First attempt was tube connected to the bushing sleeve resulting in a solid mount with no bushing engagement (duh) but didn't ruin anything that I needed to finished. Cut it off and ground what I could hence the ugliness around the bushing sleeve.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5830.jpg)
Learned something new today = Weld downhill for better control of the puddle. Did a couple of ugly droopy beads today resulting in additional passes to clean them up. :-[ Other side looks far better.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5832.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5833.jpg)
There will be a removable crossbar connecting each once I borrow a bender again.
Post by: M4wdFab on June 04, 2014, 04:57:07 PM
:o
Post by: Wingman on June 04, 2014, 05:00:17 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 04, 2014, 05:01:34 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 04, 2014, 05:03:21 PM
Post by: KingtheZJ on June 04, 2014, 07:16:29 PM
Source: DOT licensed professional bridge welder.
Post by: gif on June 04, 2014, 08:26:06 PM
Welders say always weld up hill. Otherwise the weld moves faster than the heat and you have reduced penetration.
Source: DOT licensed professional bridge welder.
I have NEVER had an issue with downhill.
This project i did has a ton of downhill welding.
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/tow-rigs-trailers/879399-gooseneck-trailer-conversion-build.html
Post by: mr.mindless on June 04, 2014, 09:09:14 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: gif on June 04, 2014, 09:41:47 PM
I always try to weld uphill for the exact same reason. Both penetration and helping keep the puddle clean instead of overrunning imperfections.
Tapatalking in traffic
[soap box]
that sounds like the internets talking ::)
I can lay the same bead in any position, flat / up hill / down hill / upside down.
I think up hill may work better (slower puddle) if your welder is is not up to the task.
When I weld down hill I just crank up the welder and hammer down.
I guess what im saying Mark, is dont be afraid of down hill welding, it has its place..
I give you props for posting your work. Most never fab, much less post their work.
Keep at it. Im loving it.
Post by: M4wdFab on June 05, 2014, 12:11:22 AM
if you have a bad weld in a certain direction, you need more practice with your machine :)
Post by: Wingman on June 05, 2014, 08:28:17 AM
I fully expect something on this build to come apart on it's maiden voyage. I envision pulling it out of the trailer, bumping the first rock, and it collapsing around me, leaving me holding the steering wheel with a sad look on my face.
So keep at me with the criticism! Constructive or otherwise... ;D
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 05, 2014, 12:44:34 PM
I always find myself needing to brush off the cobwebs after not welding for a while because of a Month Long Road Trip!
;)
Looking Good!
Post by: Wingman on June 07, 2014, 09:31:03 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 07, 2014, 05:17:39 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5836.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5837.jpg)
Post by: SlvrJK on June 07, 2014, 11:42:52 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 08, 2014, 09:59:57 AM
Does the adapter use the stock 300 input ? Or does it replace it?
The A A clocking ring comes with a longer input and allows multiple mounting positions.
Post by: Wingman on June 08, 2014, 10:04:27 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 09, 2014, 01:54:47 PM
Opinions? Other than go-buy-an-Atlas...
Post by: Callelle on June 09, 2014, 02:48:27 PM
Opinions? Other than go-buy-an-Atlas...
Go steal an steal an atlas.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk
Post by: rejeep on June 09, 2014, 02:56:30 PM
Post by: rejeep on June 09, 2014, 02:57:08 PM
Post by: Harrison on June 09, 2014, 03:18:46 PM
Down East Offroad seems to make a kit to relocate shifters to the top, but it looks like I'd have to give up a ton of floor to make that work. Stak housing looks pretty close to D20 in size. And it is pretty.
Having a hard time seeing how $450 into a D20 with no option for stronger front output is a good idea... I'll be paying close attention to what direction you go in here!
/hijack
Post by: M4wdFab on June 09, 2014, 03:34:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 09, 2014, 04:52:21 PM
231 is out because of length.
Don't have floor space to sacrifice on a "top" mount shifter.
Stak is winning this debate...
Post by: Wingman on June 09, 2014, 06:15:02 PM
Couple of versions, both around $400, but doesn't seem like either are doing anything for floorboard clearance.
Random Pirate guy:
(http://i823.photobucket.com/albums/zz152/BehemothDT/D300/D300TSFCkit1_zpsd0a0fbd2.jpg)
Down East Offroad:
(http://www.downeastoffroad.com/image/74357234.jpg)
Post by: rejeep on June 09, 2014, 09:32:36 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 09, 2014, 11:23:29 PM
D300 = 11.5", w/ Novak super-short tail shaft (http://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/transfer_case_parts/300rx.htm) ~ 10"
Atlas II = 13.8"
It sure is a tight package. Every inch counts. After staring at the flipped D300 for a while and playing with the shift rails, I think I can trim an ear and maybe a rail or rails and make it work. Leaks be damned (for now)!
Post by: Callelle on June 10, 2014, 06:10:26 AM
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk
Post by: Wingman on June 12, 2014, 04:25:01 PM
Whoever designed the D300, did not care to space the input mounting bolts evenly. In order for me to flip it, I'm going to need to drill two new holes in my shiny new AA... >:( Must be why they make clocking rings. ::)
Part of the aluminum shift tower will be trimmed, maybe a shift rail shortened. Determined to make this work.
Post by: M4wdFab on June 12, 2014, 04:39:48 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 12, 2014, 05:17:40 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on June 13, 2014, 08:27:12 AM
Any tools/alignment devices you need?
Post by: matt on June 13, 2014, 12:07:37 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 13, 2014, 05:28:14 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo1-1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5838.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5839.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5840.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5841.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5842.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on June 14, 2014, 11:28:13 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 14, 2014, 05:01:09 PM
Sorry to hear it took so long!
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 14, 2014, 05:02:05 PM
5:38
Post by: Wingman on June 18, 2014, 05:12:55 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5844.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5845.jpg)
Looks like the rear shaft will be 17-18" with a <15* angle after the super short tail shaft!
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5843.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on June 18, 2014, 05:36:10 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: gif on June 18, 2014, 05:55:41 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 18, 2014, 06:50:02 PM
Post by: jacel86 on June 18, 2014, 08:28:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 18, 2014, 08:53:02 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 19, 2014, 04:46:16 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5847.jpg)
Fully welded the control arm mounts on the axle housing and spray-bombed.
Lower welds look OK.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5848.jpg)
Upper welds not great. Hopefully "gorilla" quality.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5849.jpg)
And installed the axle seals...
Post by: KingtheZJ on June 19, 2014, 04:56:50 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 19, 2014, 05:09:34 PM
Post by: KingtheZJ on June 19, 2014, 05:11:25 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 19, 2014, 05:13:37 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 20, 2014, 05:11:56 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/6-20-14.jpg)
...and some hand-crafted machining.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/6-20-142.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 20, 2014, 06:29:19 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on June 24, 2014, 12:33:04 PM
https://www.facebook.com/JeepAsylum/photos/a.321367761225121.94289.320968494598381/865943490100876/?type=1
Post by: mr.mindless on June 24, 2014, 12:51:05 PM
Post by: etk300ex on June 24, 2014, 01:44:04 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 09, 2014, 06:09:18 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 10, 2014, 08:37:20 PM
Mastercraft Rubicon suspension series
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo1-3.jpg)
Post by: dubt on July 10, 2014, 09:38:42 PM
Post by: rejeep on July 10, 2014, 10:26:00 PM
I have the same seats for my 6.... Bought them 4 months premature and they came in 2 days.
I've had them in my YJ for 2.5 years... They are great.. You will be very happy.. And your ass is smaller than mine
Post by: jaysenodell on July 11, 2014, 08:04:00 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 14, 2014, 02:17:58 PM
D44 rotor on the left, D60 rotor on the right
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo2-1.jpg)
Teaser...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo1-4.jpg)
Post by: gif on July 14, 2014, 03:49:14 PM
Shed some weight by swapping to 3/4 ton calipers and rotors by using TMR brackets. Only hitch was the need to drill out the rotor stud holes to 11/16". Same plan for the front.
D44 rotor on the left, D60 rotor on the right
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo2-1.jpg)
Teaser...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo1-4.jpg)
i love new parts
Post by: M4wdFab on July 14, 2014, 04:01:34 PM
11/16 or 9/16?
Post by: Wingman on July 14, 2014, 04:53:43 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 16, 2014, 09:59:02 PM
Teraflex Low300 kit (http://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/transfer_case_parts/kit_low300.htm) and Novak super short HD output shaft (http://www.novak-adapt.com/catalog/transfer_case_parts/300rx.htm).
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5864.jpg)
Post by: rejeep on July 16, 2014, 10:04:44 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 16, 2014, 10:11:25 PM
Besides, they're out-of-stock on the JB site (http://www.jbconversions.com/products/dana300/).
Post by: rejeep on July 16, 2014, 11:15:39 PM
I do t take much of the opinions on JF seriously, but some of the users posting are intelligent.
http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f8/lomax-vs-tera-low-4-1-dana-300-gears-603960/
Post by: JEEPWERX on July 17, 2014, 07:54:13 AM
That upgrade has been on my list for awhile .
Post by: Wingman on July 17, 2014, 08:33:12 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo5.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on July 18, 2014, 08:34:06 AM
ill take the housing off your hands if its full length
Post by: Wingman on July 18, 2014, 09:18:21 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 18, 2014, 09:41:01 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 18, 2014, 09:46:05 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 18, 2014, 09:36:50 PM
Not 100% sure about the long center section being too long for short side. Bah!
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo6.jpg)
Post by: Harrison on July 18, 2014, 11:12:33 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 19, 2014, 07:50:25 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 26, 2014, 05:19:11 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo1-5.jpg)
Post by: Ryan on July 28, 2014, 09:04:58 AM
http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/vehicles-trailers-sale/1791178-blue-torch-magazine-featured-m38a1-willy-jeep-crawler-44-stak-lt1-rcv-dana-60-a.html
Post by: Wingman on July 28, 2014, 09:52:02 AM
Besides, wanted to do things "my way"...
Far too deep into the Rubi account now. Meh.
Post by: JEEPWERX on July 29, 2014, 01:08:50 PM
day late I suppose
Post by: mr.mindless on July 30, 2014, 11:03:59 AM
Quote from: bbaxter51;26985185
Finished out the side skins so they match the hood perfectly on the Super Willys.
(http://bbaxter51.smugmug.com/Other/Brads-Buggy/i-jN6qS2z/0/L/IMG_7024-L.jpg)
(https://scontent-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/1908356_10204140400735279_5939237364955097606_n.jpg?oh=bb9858627c6d0fec9c21642a5cea11bd&oe=545319AC)
Post by: JEEPWERX on July 30, 2014, 11:11:45 AM
I like
Post by: JEEPWERX on August 16, 2014, 09:42:32 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 17, 2014, 09:37:15 AM
Thanks Erik!
Post by: tony on August 17, 2014, 10:53:38 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on August 18, 2014, 01:35:46 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 18, 2014, 06:49:38 PM
Speaking of Cs...
The pair I took off of the D60 came back today and were fitted to the present F9 housing and tacked at 10* pinion/8*+ caster.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/photo2-3.jpg)
Post by: Harrison on August 18, 2014, 07:28:33 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 30, 2014, 06:18:29 PM
Played with tubing roller today since Pacemaker finally got my stick of 1" delivered Friday.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5882.jpg)
...turned into inner fender structure.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/100_5883.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on August 30, 2014, 07:28:09 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: etk300ex on August 30, 2014, 08:41:47 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 13, 2014, 07:04:41 PM
Trans/t-case crossmember and mount completed and holding weight!
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystransmount1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystransmount2.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystransmount3.jpg)
Post by: jaysenodell on September 13, 2014, 07:33:38 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 18, 2014, 02:10:08 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willysfronthousing.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on September 18, 2014, 03:08:19 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 18, 2014, 09:00:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 19, 2014, 11:12:03 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on September 19, 2014, 12:06:11 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 19, 2014, 12:39:22 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on September 19, 2014, 12:41:51 PM
Matt and mikes solid arms are both bent with keyed 5 bolt knuckles.
i have broken 3-4 stock knuckles.
Post by: Wingman on September 19, 2014, 12:54:17 PM
Post by: Harrison on September 19, 2014, 03:42:43 PM
Because race car? Won't apply here...
Agree. I'm assuming yours will be on about the same abuse level as mine and/or Dakota... Both fine with stock knuckles
Post by: Ryan on September 19, 2014, 04:04:09 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 20, 2014, 06:24:36 PM
King pin kits from East Cost Gear Supply. Fast shipping - 2 days!
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Kinpinkit.jpg)
Spent 40 minutes with a blasting cabinet this morning.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/knuckles2.jpg)
Dry-fit for dim confirmation before long side cut.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/knuckletempinstall.jpg)
King pin and lower race installed. Caster set. Ready for welding.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/ReidinnerC.jpg)
Comparison. Photo trickery makes "old" look much longer. Only ~1.5" shorter.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/frontaxlecompare.jpg)
Temporarily home. Link brackets next. Never mind that leaf spring hanger...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/frontaxleteaser.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on September 20, 2014, 09:29:48 PM
No high steer is the ONLY reason Dakota knuckles lived. Stock steering arms are find. High steer and 40s it's a matter of when not if IMO
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: JEEPWERX on September 21, 2014, 06:37:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 22, 2014, 03:37:22 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/knuckle2.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on September 28, 2014, 06:17:58 PM
Post by: Harrison on September 28, 2014, 07:06:01 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on September 28, 2014, 10:21:29 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: M4wdFab on September 29, 2014, 08:24:14 AM
Post by: luvmyxj on September 29, 2014, 08:26:57 AM
Post by: etk300ex on September 29, 2014, 08:41:10 AM
Post by: Wingman on September 29, 2014, 11:08:31 AM
Post by: Ryan on September 29, 2014, 11:09:47 AM
Post by: Harrison on September 29, 2014, 11:27:19 AM
Post by: Wingman on September 29, 2014, 11:52:21 AM
(2) PSC SCCL04 ram clamps
Artec HS6020 - Ultimate D60 high steer arms
(2) Artec HS6081 - D60 knuckle bolt kit
Post by: Wingman on September 29, 2014, 01:11:21 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on September 29, 2014, 01:36:40 PM
dash, side tins are .0625" (1/16")
Ryan or Smike had mentioned having used a more pliable aluminum product. The materials pacemaker sold me was not easily bent.
Post by: M4wdFab on September 29, 2014, 01:48:27 PM
pipe insulation by the roll 2" wide in the places where tubes touch will keep the rattle down
Post by: JEEPWERX on September 30, 2014, 08:38:33 AM
Post by: matt on September 30, 2014, 12:11:28 PM
I used foam weatherstrip. Sticky back in various widths depending on where it was needed. So far so good.
That's a good idea.
Post by: M4wdFab on September 30, 2014, 12:38:52 PM
Post by: rejeep on September 30, 2014, 02:56:47 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on September 30, 2014, 05:01:08 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 04, 2014, 01:24:04 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willyshydrosteering.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on October 04, 2014, 01:50:51 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on October 04, 2014, 02:48:41 PM
Wish I was able to drool over this in person. Next time I'm up we will have to weld or cut something.
Post by: Wingman on October 06, 2014, 07:57:46 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystoplinkmount3.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystoplinkmount4.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on October 06, 2014, 09:40:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 09, 2014, 08:20:53 PM
Maybe some 1.25" x .120 wall?
Post by: Wingman on October 09, 2014, 08:48:08 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/WillysfrontYlink.jpg)
Track bar (temp tube) tucks inside the frame rails just ahead of the crank pulley. Shorter than I would have liked but have limited space.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willystrackbar.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on October 10, 2014, 02:30:26 PM
http://rc4x4.org/rcforum/index.php/topic,22503.0.html
Post by: Wingman on October 13, 2014, 12:07:43 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willyshighsteerarms.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on November 08, 2014, 03:49:41 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willyssteeringrammount1-1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/Willyssteeringrammount2.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on November 08, 2014, 05:17:06 PM
Nice!!
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: JEEPWERX on November 08, 2014, 05:30:06 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on November 09, 2014, 07:07:10 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 13, 2014, 05:28:36 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/483b41ba-d022-4c2b-a3e9-b099b54ce176.jpg)
Post by: tony on November 13, 2014, 09:27:40 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 21, 2014, 05:20:14 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 20, 2015, 02:35:25 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on January 20, 2015, 03:16:36 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 20, 2015, 04:23:11 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on January 20, 2015, 04:33:43 PM
from kustom1
http://www.kustom1warehouse.net/Sway_A_Way_Racerunner_air_shocks_p/56700-114.htm
they were best price back before i knew better. larger shafts. good shocks. id go for the 2.5s for anything. lower running pressures and everything is bigger / better
Post by: mr.mindless on January 20, 2015, 05:34:27 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on January 20, 2015, 10:39:01 PM
My 2.0's have have leak down issues.
Def go 2.5
Don't forget a swaybar. ;)
Post by: JEEPWERX on January 20, 2015, 10:53:55 PM
Slightly larger body diameter than a 2.5 air shock I believe. Maybe not.
But I know DJ from Jon fund has had great success with them.
Post by: mr.mindless on January 20, 2015, 11:37:47 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on January 21, 2015, 01:13:21 PM
Is it really worth it?
Post by: mr.mindless on January 21, 2015, 02:35:33 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: JEEPWERX on January 21, 2015, 03:08:57 PM
Post by: luvmyxj on January 27, 2015, 05:47:12 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 31, 2015, 07:06:47 PM
Put together the last outer knuckle assembly and mounted tire #4. Yea!
Also reworked the y-link because the original was not set properly. This version cannot stay because it twists/pivots allowing caster change. Once final ride height is set, I'll fab another fixed y-link.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_1182.jpg)
Also borrowed the bender from a generous guy and started to make this look more like a shell of a Willys. Unless you've done this type of work before, you cannot fathom how time consuming it is! ...and I ran out of tube. More coming next week.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_1191.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_1192.jpg)
Post by: gif on February 01, 2015, 11:16:13 AM
Its the last 10% that will test you...
Keep at it.
Post by: dubt on February 01, 2015, 12:27:54 PM
Post by: tony on February 02, 2015, 09:44:15 AM
Post by: rejeep on February 02, 2015, 09:45:49 AM
and this is the "Fun and easy" part.
Its the last 10% that will test you...
Keep at it.
Looks nice
yup and yup...
looks awesome..
Post by: matt on February 02, 2015, 12:18:57 PM
and this is the "Fun and easy" part.
Its the last 10% that will test you...
Keep at it.
Test you, IT IS KILLING ME.....
Post by: JEEPWERX on February 02, 2015, 12:30:28 PM
and this is the "Fun and easy" part.So very true gif.
Its the last 10% that will test you...
Keep at it.
looks great mark.
Wing's Willys
The Wingster
The Wing J
Yes,
I currently have nothing to do except drink coffee and soak up the California Sun.
Wish you guys were here!
Post by: luvmyxj on February 03, 2015, 09:18:20 PM
Post by: carchameleon on February 04, 2015, 07:57:04 AM
haha
wish i could have gone too
looks awesome wingman
Post by: mr.mindless on February 08, 2015, 03:13:20 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on February 14, 2015, 09:50:01 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_1204.jpg)
and a partial 3/16" firewall
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_1205.jpg)
and some floor structure
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/33722f98-1d78-4cb9-87c0-a12f93671407.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on February 14, 2015, 10:30:43 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 09, 2015, 04:55:55 PM
D300 TeraLow 4:1 and HD tailshaft install video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8Imuc37mAw)
Post by: M4wdFab on March 09, 2015, 05:00:31 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 09, 2015, 05:01:58 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 09, 2015, 05:17:53 PM
Don't want any flexing issues with brake pedal mounting ;D
Post by: M4wdFab on March 09, 2015, 05:32:47 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 09, 2015, 06:44:32 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 09, 2015, 08:01:14 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on March 09, 2015, 11:24:10 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: M4wdFab on March 17, 2015, 09:14:05 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 29, 2015, 04:56:22 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0081.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0082.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0084.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 29, 2015, 05:02:49 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0092.jpg)
"D" ring brackets welded front, back, and inside
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0093.jpg)
Corner reinforcement
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0097.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on April 09, 2015, 05:38:07 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0099_1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0109.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 10, 2015, 12:12:18 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 11, 2015, 04:14:33 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0140.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on May 11, 2015, 04:30:29 PM
Post by: luvmyxj on May 11, 2015, 04:51:50 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on May 11, 2015, 04:53:29 PM
3/8" dewalt will do 4 KMCs 3x's around on one XRP battery and want more.
use a 5 gallon bucket if you didnt
Post by: Wingman on May 11, 2015, 05:28:35 PM
Bucket used. Not ready to wheel yet. :P
Post by: JEEPWERX on May 11, 2015, 09:16:14 PM
Like smike said
Bucket is key.
Run them in with small impact is best.
And I soap up the beads.
Then I would always torque them around in stages.
Less attention was given on trail only wheels.
12 bolt H1's are much easier.
;)
Post by: Wingman on May 12, 2015, 12:00:18 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 12, 2015, 05:04:50 PM
Whew.
Post by: jacel861 on May 12, 2015, 08:24:49 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 15, 2015, 05:26:44 PM
All still at pressure. I'm calling it success.
Post by: JEEPWERX on May 16, 2015, 11:12:19 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 13, 2015, 04:12:46 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0172.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0173.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0174.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0175.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 14, 2015, 09:30:07 AM
Fries are done!
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Post by: dubt on June 14, 2015, 10:26:44 AM
Post by: rejeep on June 14, 2015, 11:17:32 AM
Have room to gusset it somehow?
Post by: Wingman on June 14, 2015, 02:08:36 PM
Will gusset or brace if space permits.
Post by: Wingman on June 22, 2015, 08:40:32 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0200.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0203.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on June 23, 2015, 01:02:50 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 27, 2015, 04:20:55 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 06, 2015, 05:34:50 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0006.jpg)
Post by: carchameleon on August 07, 2015, 08:06:22 AM
Post by: jaysenodell on August 07, 2015, 08:24:25 AM
Post by: Wingman on August 08, 2015, 09:00:56 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on August 12, 2015, 11:08:33 AM
Ha ha ha .
What he said!
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Post by: Wingman on October 14, 2015, 04:53:41 PM
Engine got a hole drilled for the dip stick, oil pan installed. Trans got the torque converter filled and installed and then mated to the engine. Trans/t-case adapter kit assembled with reluctor ring, RTV, seals, and Loctite. Then refitted the pair back into the chassis.
A little toaster oven heat made the reluctor ring slide on a bit farther
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0121.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0122.jpg)
Finally married for good
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0123.jpg)
Who needs a load leveler?
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0124.jpg)
...and back to this point
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0125.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on October 14, 2015, 05:44:04 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 14, 2015, 06:11:40 PM
Post by: Harrison on October 15, 2015, 05:12:40 PM
I need to build me a tube thing one of these days
Post by: Wingman on October 22, 2015, 08:32:47 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0126.jpg)
Wasn't really confident in the upper link mount on the rear axle so it got some bracing.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0137.jpg)
While the welder was warm, installed the axle armor...
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0135.jpg)
Post by: matt on October 23, 2015, 12:57:20 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 23, 2015, 01:05:37 PM
It is sooooo sweet!
Post by: mr.mindless on October 23, 2015, 01:31:09 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: rejeep on October 23, 2015, 01:53:46 PM
Post by: Wingman on October 23, 2015, 02:11:34 PM
DCF899 (6.5#) "max torque 700 ft./lbs., breakaway torque 1,200 ft./lbs"
vs.
DCF889 (5.8#) "300-Feet Pound of maximum torque"
Post by: Wingman on October 31, 2015, 06:42:50 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on October 31, 2015, 11:33:26 PM
Bringing at least 1 to KOH
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Post by: Wingman on December 01, 2015, 08:01:54 PM
Post by: Harrison on December 01, 2015, 10:02:54 PM
http://mitchelldifferential.com
Post by: M4wdFab on December 01, 2015, 11:58:50 PM
http://www.branikmotorsports.com/axle.htm
Post by: CJ on December 02, 2015, 09:13:39 AM
http://eastcoastgearsupply.com/
Post by: Wingman on December 05, 2015, 07:28:51 PM
Anyone have some .750 bar stock or tube? Need ~18" for steering shaft.
Post by: CJ on December 05, 2015, 10:49:56 PM
I'm not sure if Revolution Gear sells cut-to-length axle shafts, but worth an email.
Talk to Brook, he's the head dude there. If he says you need a dealer, I am a dealer.
brook @ revolutiongear. com
Post by: Wingman on December 07, 2015, 10:22:55 PM
Shock mounts burned in.
High steer arms drilled.
Post by: Wingman on December 08, 2015, 02:55:49 PM
Ram ends fitted and secured w/Loctite
High steer arm spacers cut to fit
Post by: Wingman on December 09, 2015, 08:03:59 PM
Inner axle seals installed
Prepped/painted bottom of housing
Steering links welded and prepped/painted
High steer arm spacers prepped/painted
.750 x .120 steering shaft tube obtained
Post by: Wingman on December 09, 2015, 08:19:53 PM
ECGS emailed and quoted $500/set
RCV emailed and called about shafts and quoted $400/side
Branik website says $245/side
Questions:
#1. order splines exactly long enough for ARB side gears and drive flanges, very limited side-to-side movement
or....
order splines a bit longer and use snap ring to limit inward movement (think D60 stub shaft) to prevent ARB side gear crossover
#2. keep inner axle seals = gear oil captured within diff, must remove spindle to pull shafts
or....
remove inner seals = diff oil to hubs (greater leak potential), shafts easy to remove
Post by: JEEPWERX on December 09, 2015, 08:41:06 PM
As far as axle seals...
I don't see "you" breaking many rear Chromoloy Dana 60 shafts.
Keep it simple!
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Post by: M4wdFab on December 09, 2015, 11:53:13 PM
get 300M and let them float
Post by: mr.mindless on December 10, 2015, 08:03:49 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on December 10, 2015, 05:37:30 PM
Post by: rejeep on December 10, 2015, 09:50:06 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 11, 2015, 08:50:51 AM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0187.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0188.jpg)
...pretend vroom vroom noises made ;D
Post by: mr.mindless on December 11, 2015, 09:05:02 AM
Post by: Harrison on December 11, 2015, 11:31:16 AM
Post by: Wingman on December 11, 2015, 07:10:15 PM
Cut apart current Y-link and set pinion angle.
New Y-link mocked up and ready for burn in.
Post by: JEEPWERX on December 13, 2015, 12:38:35 PM
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Post by: tony on December 14, 2015, 10:08:11 PM
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Post by: Wingman on December 17, 2015, 05:36:19 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0190.jpg)
and now officially a 'roller'
Post by: Wingman on December 18, 2015, 05:32:18 PM
tight-radius turn downs cut and welded in
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0192.jpg)
rough placement over rear axle
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0193.jpg)
Post by: jacel861 on December 18, 2015, 05:49:06 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 29, 2015, 05:03:30 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0202.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0203_1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0204.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0205.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0210.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0211.jpg)
Post by: dubt on December 29, 2015, 05:40:34 PM
Post by: jacel861 on December 29, 2015, 06:10:40 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 29, 2015, 06:26:57 PM
Post by: jacel861 on December 29, 2015, 08:16:36 PM
Post by: carchameleon on December 30, 2015, 06:21:20 PM
looks great
Post by: Wingman on December 31, 2015, 06:18:27 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0212.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0213.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on January 01, 2016, 12:10:41 AM
Post by: Wingman on January 01, 2016, 09:46:38 AM
Post by: TrailTamer on January 30, 2016, 04:16:39 PM
(http://cdn.jeepforum.com/forum/attachments/f13/324317d1325517150-installing-new-cat-clamps-only-doable-trouble-band-clamp.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on January 30, 2016, 08:29:17 PM
ps: there are different designs of band clamps and the one you pictured is one of the better designs.
Post by: Wingman on January 30, 2016, 08:52:56 PM
Brake booster rod fabbed and adjusted
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0240.jpg)
Brake pedal arm shortened and mounted
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0221.jpg)
Orbital mounted, steering shaft and u-joints fitted, tilt column and wheel mounted
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0227.jpg)
Exhaust finished except one band clamp, O2 sensors installed
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0243.jpg)
Post by: Harrison on January 30, 2016, 09:24:11 PM
Looks really nice.
Post by: mr.mindless on February 07, 2016, 01:14:29 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on February 14, 2016, 06:32:38 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0248.jpg)
Front third member returned from ARB install
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0253.jpg)
...and front and rear third members set into the housing with LubeLockers
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0251.jpg)
All front heim bolts given a coating of anti-seize compound.
Axle housing breathers drilled and prepped.
Axle shafts ordered through ECGS.
Post by: M4wdFab on February 14, 2016, 06:50:47 PM
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-ELECTRIC-FUEL-PUMP-FITS-FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURY-VARIOUS-REF-E2000-/221472628293?hash=item3390cc1e45:g:388AAOSw5IJWgOdS&vxp=mtr
this is the disconnect Matt and I run after blowing some of the lower $$ discos
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mor-74102/overview/
I run the metal HF one in the brolite thats only 9$
Post by: jacel86 on February 14, 2016, 06:51:23 PM
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Post by: Wingman on February 14, 2016, 07:14:57 PM
Jared, I'll just lower the tire pressure?!
Post by: Wingman on February 27, 2016, 08:03:41 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0267.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0268.jpg)
Post by: gif on February 28, 2016, 09:32:41 AM
fuel pump, order 2
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-ELECTRIC-FUEL-PUMP-FITS-FORD-LINCOLN-MERCURY-VARIOUS-REF-E2000-/221472628293?hash=item3390cc1e45:g:388AAOSw5IJWgOdS&vxp=mtr
this is the disconnect Matt and I run after blowing some of the lower $$ discos
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/mor-74102/overview/
I run the metal HF one in the brolite thats only 9$
I used this style disconnect:
http://shop.pkys.com/Blue-Sea-9004e-ON-OFF-Battery-Switch-with-AFD_p_1952.html?gclid=CN-F5cLVmssCFZA2aQodeh8K7g
(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71dFboHTLGL._SL1463_.jpg)
Post by: wnyjpgy on February 29, 2016, 07:13:32 AM
Are your lowers parallel, or angled out to the wheel? I think I'm going to be about 10 degrees out on each of my lowers...
Once again, just trying to learn.
Post by: Wingman on February 29, 2016, 07:55:58 AM
Optimally, it should be double triangulated or as close to it.
Post by: TrailTamer on February 29, 2016, 10:55:57 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 01, 2016, 10:07:44 AM
Post by: rejeep on March 01, 2016, 10:54:17 AM
Post by: gif on March 03, 2016, 09:05:14 PM
Two years since this project began... :o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hbp41_vlX0
Post by: Wingman on March 05, 2016, 10:09:34 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0120.jpg)
Floors and firewall done
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0122_1.jpg)
Post by: gif on March 06, 2016, 08:46:17 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 07, 2016, 07:36:31 AM
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Post by: M4wdFab on March 11, 2016, 10:01:53 AM
Post by: Harrison on March 11, 2016, 11:49:00 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 11, 2016, 10:20:23 PM
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Post by: Wingman on March 12, 2016, 09:14:42 PM
Bed floor and sides done this week
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0130.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 13, 2016, 03:16:43 PM
Snapped a few teasers:
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0137_1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0135_1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0139.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0140_1.jpg)
Post by: carchameleon on March 13, 2016, 03:33:17 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 13, 2016, 05:50:20 PM
i have a programed blue and green ECM on the shelf extra.... when is this thing firing up :)
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 13, 2016, 06:07:11 PM
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Post by: Wingman on March 13, 2016, 06:25:39 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on March 20, 2016, 06:59:44 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 21, 2016, 07:58:47 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0142.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0143.jpg)
Inner fender and side tins
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0161.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0165_1.jpg)
Post by: jacel86 on March 21, 2016, 08:30:14 PM
Looking awesome sir!
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Post by: Wingman on March 23, 2016, 09:43:18 AM
Post by: rejeep on March 23, 2016, 09:45:07 AM
Post by: Wingman on March 23, 2016, 09:53:51 AM
Post by: gif on March 23, 2016, 12:26:53 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 23, 2016, 06:48:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 23, 2016, 07:23:41 PM
(http://image.fourwheeler.com/f/99950601+w660+h440+re0+cr1+ar0/soni-flatfender-rock-spider-7.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on March 24, 2016, 09:37:22 PM
Fuel plumbing supplies ordered
Harnesses arrived too
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0172_1.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 25, 2016, 01:52:19 AM
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Post by: gif on March 25, 2016, 12:18:24 PM
Post by: TrailTamer on March 25, 2016, 01:49:48 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 25, 2016, 10:23:33 PM
i just ordered the same harnesses
Great minds think alike? 8)
Look like its built enough to start the engine wiring? Yes?
Soon. Potentially starting wiring things next week. But who knows... ::)
Post by: JEEPWERX on March 26, 2016, 11:31:13 AM
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Post by: mr.mindless on March 26, 2016, 01:55:03 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on April 01, 2016, 10:55:35 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0180.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0182.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0183.jpg)
rear shafts arrived today
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0181.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 02, 2016, 02:08:40 PM
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Post by: rejeep on April 02, 2016, 03:32:39 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 02, 2016, 06:35:08 PM
Leaving it bare for now, tins will end up painted stock Rustoleum orange when time and weather permits.
Post by: Ryan on April 02, 2016, 07:52:10 PM
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Post by: Wingman on April 02, 2016, 08:17:28 PM
And I've been wanting another orange-something.
Don't burst my bubble... :P
Post by: CJ on April 03, 2016, 11:09:45 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 03, 2016, 06:05:46 PM
First, all the steel is already painted. Second, all of my welds are far from pretty. :P
Post by: Wingman on April 05, 2016, 05:14:06 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0187_1.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 06, 2016, 01:09:29 PM
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Post by: Wingman on April 08, 2016, 05:08:01 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0190_1.jpg)
Time to move on to other little details
Post by: carchameleon on April 08, 2016, 05:23:02 PM
awesome.
Post by: gif on April 08, 2016, 10:27:40 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 09, 2016, 07:12:48 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0193_1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0195.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0194.jpg)
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 10, 2016, 04:00:08 PM
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Post by: Wingman on April 10, 2016, 05:24:03 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 11, 2016, 04:42:03 PM
We have become pretty close with them so let us know if you decide to go that route.
Only drawback to Spiderweb shade... they don't make solid cover. Only perforated.
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Post by: jacel86 on April 11, 2016, 05:51:13 PM
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Post by: Wingman on April 11, 2016, 09:25:39 PM
Wiring harness pinout started
Post by: Wingman on April 13, 2016, 07:57:32 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0196.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0197.jpg)
Doesn't this look FUN?! I performed the pin-out on the ECM in an effort to vet the mystery connector. I have all wires identified except one that goes into the harness, not the ECM. It has 3 wires and terminates near the crank pulley with no sensors nearby.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0200_1.jpg)
Not terribly concerned since all sensors seemed to be accounted for...
Post by: JEEPWERX on April 15, 2016, 09:51:06 AM
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Post by: M4wdFab on April 15, 2016, 11:59:58 AM
pink wires and orange wires power, kick starter, tune computer, go ;D
Post by: Wingman on April 15, 2016, 05:37:05 PM
Post by: jaysenodell on April 18, 2016, 08:34:49 AM
skip all that
pink wires and orange wires power, kick starter, tune computer, go ;D
Post by: Wingman on April 20, 2016, 09:04:29 PM
skip all that
pink wires and orange wires power, kick starter, tune computer, go ;D
Would not have worked with this harness... :-\
Post by: M4wdFab on April 21, 2016, 02:19:49 AM
Post by: Wingman on May 27, 2016, 09:29:52 PM
Installed the custom shafts in the rear housing. Slid in past the inner spindle bearing without issue and fit perfectly. It is officially a functional drive axle.
Ordered driveshafts from Hi-Angle Driveline. Had to choose between road-ability with limit strap or 2x cost and max angle. Road-ability won. ~2 weeks out.
All(?) brake supplies arrived. Time to bend little toob.
Post by: Wingman on May 28, 2016, 07:23:07 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0254.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on May 30, 2016, 07:09:38 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0256.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on May 30, 2016, 07:13:27 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 30, 2016, 07:15:24 PM
Post by: gif on May 30, 2016, 07:29:02 PM
(http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l264/jeepgif/20160530_192453_zpslvh3y7pj.jpg) (http://s98.photobucket.com/user/jeepgif/media/20160530_192453_zpslvh3y7pj.jpg.html)
Post by: Wingman on May 30, 2016, 08:32:42 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on May 31, 2016, 10:15:27 AM
Post by: Wingman on May 31, 2016, 10:22:34 AM
Post by: JEEPWERX on May 31, 2016, 12:31:06 PM
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Post by: Wingman on May 31, 2016, 08:19:45 PM
Front plumbed
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0258.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on May 31, 2016, 10:37:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on May 31, 2016, 10:47:01 PM
Post by: matt on June 01, 2016, 12:09:42 PM
I had thought of that too. Ended up using Gif's idea.
Front plumbed
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0258.jpg)
One suggestion, you may want to replace the zip ties that you have holding the fittings of the flex lines with worm style band clamps. I don't trust zip ties to hold the lines at the ends.
Post by: mr.mindless on June 01, 2016, 01:45:16 PM
No issues with zip ties holding those to my suspension links for years in similar action though.
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: M4wdFab on June 01, 2016, 02:36:36 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 01, 2016, 07:05:25 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 02, 2016, 04:58:11 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 04, 2016, 06:03:20 PM
Fuse/relay block connected to the harness. Power applied and pedal/throttle body and fuel pump feed tested good.
Post by: gif on June 04, 2016, 10:50:43 PM
Post by: JEEPWERX on June 06, 2016, 01:19:27 PM
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Post by: wnyjpgy on June 06, 2016, 03:51:59 PM
We have similar sized rigs, it would be nice to get together instead of always just run into each other on the trail.
Post by: Wingman on June 06, 2016, 04:17:24 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 07, 2016, 03:44:02 PM
Contacted ECGS and got approval to take a little material off of the yokes. All good.
Post by: Wingman on June 07, 2016, 08:09:02 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 10, 2016, 08:14:22 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0263.jpg)
Engine bay wiring nearly complete. Used the old battery wiring harness for alternator and starter runs and put the battery terminal end to a junction block on the firewall. Pulled switch panel power from there too. Ran 1/0 from the junction block to the battery that will be located in the rear.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0264.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on June 11, 2016, 04:45:12 PM
OEM battery ground cable cut and lugs soldered on for engine/frame grounding.
Post by: M4wdFab on June 27, 2016, 09:20:09 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 27, 2016, 09:27:08 AM
Please stand by...................... 8)
Post by: TrailTamer on June 27, 2016, 09:51:21 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on July 03, 2016, 01:02:02 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Hannah on July 06, 2016, 11:51:36 PM
Post by: Hannah on July 07, 2016, 12:04:36 AM
Post by: Hannah on July 07, 2016, 12:09:22 AM
Post by: Hannah on July 07, 2016, 12:13:01 AM
Post by: Hannah on July 07, 2016, 12:14:35 AM
Post by: gif on July 07, 2016, 07:13:56 AM
Post by: rejeep on July 07, 2016, 08:25:33 AM
how did it perform?
Post by: Wingman on July 07, 2016, 10:04:58 AM
I think it did really well. I didn't push it too hard because of the injector issues but it's a fun machine! Lots of compliments and thumbs-up.
Post by: TrailTamer on July 07, 2016, 10:12:42 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 07, 2016, 10:22:31 AM
Going to have an old friend come with his official scales... 8)
Post by: cracker on July 07, 2016, 10:35:52 AM
Post by: jacel86 on July 07, 2016, 10:54:21 AM
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Post by: CJ on July 07, 2016, 11:20:05 AM
Post by: rejeep on July 07, 2016, 01:00:09 PM
I have a red CJ3a hood im not using if you want to try..
Post by: Wingman on July 07, 2016, 01:19:19 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 07, 2016, 03:18:00 PM
Get the front axle to stop leaking and I'm ready for more!
Post by: carchameleon on July 07, 2016, 03:58:51 PM
can't wait to see it in person
Post by: Wingman on July 07, 2016, 09:31:11 PM
Driveshafts
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0269.jpg)
Coolers (steering on driver side, trans on passenger)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0271.jpg)
Temporary dash
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0275.jpg)
Belly skid plate
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0277.jpg)
Nitrogen or CO2 bottle mount
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0295.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on July 13, 2016, 02:33:51 PM
Post by: KingtheZJ on July 13, 2016, 02:37:09 PM
I thought 35spl were exactly 1.5"?
Post by: Wingman on July 13, 2016, 02:45:26 PM
A seal with more tolerance will solve the issue. Just waiting to see if ECGS will make good...
Post by: M4wdFab on July 13, 2016, 02:55:55 PM
JJ is running all 40 spline front stuff in his new build!
Post by: mr.mindless on July 13, 2016, 03:13:24 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 14, 2016, 07:43:29 AM
Post by: mr.mindless on July 14, 2016, 09:04:36 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 20, 2016, 11:28:45 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 20, 2016, 12:13:38 PM
and will modify the gates after more seat time
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0303.jpg)
Started tunnel so I could mount it
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0312.jpg)
Made a "keep-my-fingers-out-of-the-CV" cover
and welded in passenger harness mounts
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0314.jpg)
now officially a two seater with cup holders!
Post by: mr.mindless on July 20, 2016, 12:26:46 PM
I can't adequately explain how to use it to someone else though. Smike figured it out, not sure if he 'gets it' or if it's fiddly.
I've got it set up for full squeeze to reverse from park so I don't overshoot and get N, and a slap forward will get me R from any forward gear. A full squeeze from any forward gear gets me top forward gear so I don't go past 3 into N when I want to GOFASTER!
Post by: Wingman on July 20, 2016, 12:26:59 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 20, 2016, 01:21:53 PM
id love a lockout inbetween Park and R, but my car seems to have an electronic delay of like 1.5-2 seconds anyway that tends to negate successful panic shifts.
Post by: Wingman on July 21, 2016, 05:16:21 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 22, 2016, 02:42:00 PM
Driver's hub decided not to slide back on until I changed out the inner bearing and seal. Not sure what happened there; it came off just fine...
Pending test drive, it's back to wheelin' status!
Post by: Wingman on July 22, 2016, 09:17:16 PM
Was fine until test driving around the yard. Not nearly as bad but still bothersome. I hate leaks!
Post by: mr.mindless on July 23, 2016, 02:40:52 AM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on July 23, 2016, 06:42:20 AM
Post by: rejeep on July 23, 2016, 07:18:52 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 23, 2016, 06:31:09 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 23, 2016, 06:51:46 PM
My right foot loves a tuned 5.3
I'm finding that there is truth in this statement... ;D
Post by: etk300ex on July 25, 2016, 10:01:29 AM
Post by: Wingman on July 27, 2016, 04:23:15 PM
Tested with a MAF, no change.
Ideas?
Post by: matt on July 27, 2016, 04:30:08 PM
Post by: Wingman on July 27, 2016, 04:41:06 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on July 27, 2016, 04:54:54 PM
requires some learning, any codes? make sure the O2;s are good
Post by: Wingman on July 27, 2016, 06:12:18 PM
Pulled O2 sensors, both sooty. Blew them out with compressed air. Initial idle was promising but test drive, it reverted back to rich/lean condition.
Would there be enough of a difference between Rainier sensors and Silverado sensors (source of ECU and tune)? Arie is sending Silverado sensors.
Post by: rejeep on July 27, 2016, 10:16:33 PM
Ground or vacuum.
Post by: M4wdFab on July 27, 2016, 10:27:21 PM
i dont think blowing out O2 sensors with compressed air is a good idea, dont do that lol
i would also suggest a compression check ,good to base line and record numbers on a new build
Post by: Wingman on July 28, 2016, 11:36:18 AM
Yesterday, I tripped on the idea that maybe I didn't have the harness routed correctly and that I may have the banks swapped side for side. I unplugged one sensor and the gauges confirmed my suspicion. So, this morning I modified the harness to remedy and the 4 lap test drive was great! Awesome power throughout. No stumbling. No exhaust bark. No more pegged gauges. No new fault codes.
Now back to the leaks...
Post by: matt on July 28, 2016, 12:10:41 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on July 28, 2016, 12:24:56 PM
Post by: etk300ex on July 29, 2016, 08:42:34 AM
Post by: Wingman on August 09, 2016, 01:51:06 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0317.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0318.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0327.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on August 14, 2016, 05:34:39 PM
Front: 1100#/1000#
Rear: 950#/900#
total: 3950#
Hit my target of <4000# with pretty good bias. I'm pretty happy with that!
Post by: Wingman on August 15, 2016, 05:58:52 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0331.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0334.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0335.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on August 15, 2016, 06:07:54 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0338.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0342.jpg)
Post by: gif on August 15, 2016, 07:45:26 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on August 29, 2016, 10:39:53 AM
oddly it was the only truck i found that had the intake tubes and throttle body present. they must get big money or the turbo build guys take them
Post by: Wingman on August 29, 2016, 10:46:31 AM
Post by: Hannah on August 29, 2016, 09:56:31 PM
Post by: Hannah on August 29, 2016, 09:57:14 PM
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(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160830/492f48e492ccb0271dae52466680f711.jpg)
Post by: Hannah on August 29, 2016, 09:58:30 PM
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160830/955725c5eff2d9bd4f655f000b2dc4b7.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160830/7f531b5db050dd74786df8ae4e7b3eea.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160830/d3390aecccc0563c316fc76d1b048172.jpg)
Post by: jaysenodell on August 30, 2016, 08:22:18 AM
Post by: rejeep on August 30, 2016, 08:30:41 AM
FF was definitely called something else back in the day
Post by: gif on August 30, 2016, 08:52:46 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on August 30, 2016, 09:05:35 AM
looks like its time for some limit straps mark- those aluminum eyes like to stretch out
Post by: rejeep on August 30, 2016, 09:15:29 AM
it was called gretchens for a while i believe.
that's it!!
good memory
Post by: Wingman on August 30, 2016, 10:51:52 AM
looks like fun 8)
I highly recommend. Must plan a weekend trip.
Post by: dubt on August 30, 2016, 03:10:37 PM
Post by: Wingman on August 30, 2016, 03:14:12 PM
The colors are at least 1/2 step up from RC. Blues are a challenge, Blacks are for real, Reds are insane.
Post by: M4wdFab on August 30, 2016, 03:29:32 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on August 30, 2016, 06:35:10 PM
it looks great..
FF was definitely called something else back in the day
gretchen's
willys looks sick on those trails
Post by: Wingman on September 06, 2016, 05:11:06 PM
Trail Gear seals
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0384.jpg)
Neither should be leaking although the long side (one on the right) has one torn lip. My hypothesis is that the o-ring side was not a tight enough fit and was allowing fluid past. Info sent to ECGS to see what they want to do.
I'm willing to try another set of these and RTV them into the tubes.
I'm getting pretty proficient on 609s. ::) I built a jack saddle for 3rd member lifting too! Work smarter, not harder! 8)
Post by: M4wdFab on September 06, 2016, 09:29:39 PM
my 60 actually hasnt been apart since KOH prep this year.
zero backlash and welded pinnion nuts seem to be the trick for my gear set woowes.
waiting on RCV grenade, they sound TERRIBLE>
Post by: Wingman on September 16, 2016, 08:32:40 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on September 17, 2016, 12:38:40 PM
Tapatalking in traffic
Post by: Wingman on September 17, 2016, 04:13:00 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 26, 2016, 04:42:07 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 11:08:20 AM
you get new rubber yet :)?
Post by: Wingman on October 17, 2016, 11:58:17 AM
otherwise ready-to-go
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 11:59:43 AM
Post by: Wingman on October 17, 2016, 12:07:06 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 01:15:51 PM
you ordered 40's or 37's?
i see nothing but backordered 40 reds listed on jackson right now. when i checked price for Nick they had 42's 40's 37's in red and blue listed. boo.
Post by: Wingman on October 17, 2016, 05:32:35 PM
Post by: jacel86 on October 17, 2016, 07:54:16 PM
I assumed you had them on order from here too.
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Post by: Wingman on October 17, 2016, 08:45:06 PM
Jackson site says "Available soon! - please call for status"
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 10:51:16 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 10:53:41 PM
race login 452 shipped
Post by: Wingman on October 17, 2016, 11:03:36 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 11:07:06 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 17, 2016, 11:09:18 PM
Post by: luvmyxj on October 18, 2016, 03:49:31 AM
Post by: Wingman on October 18, 2016, 07:40:22 AM
Post by: wnyjpgy on October 18, 2016, 09:02:08 AM
Post by: Wingman on October 18, 2016, 09:04:49 AM
Post by: M4wdFab on October 18, 2016, 11:12:16 AM
Post by: luvmyxj on November 01, 2016, 08:51:55 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 01, 2016, 08:57:11 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 01, 2016, 09:08:14 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0054.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on November 01, 2016, 09:11:18 PM
Post by: luvmyxj on November 01, 2016, 09:12:49 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 01, 2016, 09:16:12 PM
Here is my quick and dirty solution
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0055.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on November 01, 2016, 09:17:58 PM
do you need a data package to run the maplets or do you just use a external gps antenna
It works without any external antenna or data.
Post by: Wingman on November 01, 2016, 10:21:03 PM
whats your fuel cell size and do you have head lights? just wondering.
Fuel cell is 12 gal, working on lights tomorrow
Post by: M4wdFab on November 02, 2016, 08:27:23 AM
Post by: Wingman on November 02, 2016, 06:03:23 PM
5+ hours and it's not done or done right...
Post by: Wingman on November 02, 2016, 06:08:00 PM
Post by: mr.mindless on November 02, 2016, 09:15:19 PM
I don't like wiring :-Bring it by mike’s tomorrow, I’ll make it work.
5+ hours and it's not done or done right...
Or burn it trying.
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Post by: TrailTamer on November 02, 2016, 09:22:04 PM
I offered to help you with engine wiring and you declined!
Post by: Wingman on November 02, 2016, 10:01:15 PM
It'll be "done" by loading time tomorrow evening. It really isn't that bad and I'm just whining. Besides, we all have to do things we don't enjoy every now and then...
Post by: Foxman on November 23, 2016, 01:30:26 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 23, 2016, 03:42:24 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 23, 2016, 03:43:46 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/West%20Wheelin%202016/IMG_0301.jpg)
Post by: Foxman on November 23, 2016, 09:26:13 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 29, 2016, 11:57:16 AM
Post by: Wingman on December 03, 2016, 05:33:46 PM
The roll tweaked the radiator and A-pillar hoop. Some minor trail repairs in the form of upper radiator mount relocation kept it wheelin' for the remainder of the trip.
So, after a good season of working bugs out, it's time to do some repairs as well as finish work and improvements. Here's the beginning of the list:
trans tunnel
trans shifter mod
shock oil
front "suck down"
fuel cell with internal pump
fluid containment
dash
passenger "OH S**T" bar
LS6 intake
hood
tires
Post by: Nick on December 03, 2016, 07:49:07 PM
Post by: jacel86 on December 04, 2016, 10:42:38 AM
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Post by: Wingman on December 07, 2016, 07:33:25 PM
Safety Dept requesting some additional info and pics relating to engine and lighting.
Post by: mr.mindless on December 07, 2016, 07:45:02 PM
Post by: matt on December 08, 2016, 12:24:55 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 08, 2016, 03:09:38 PM
Post by: matt on December 09, 2016, 12:21:21 PM
Post by: gif on December 09, 2016, 08:38:57 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 13, 2016, 04:48:43 PM
Post by: Wingman on December 16, 2016, 12:54:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 03, 2017, 04:50:56 PM
Post by: matt on January 04, 2017, 12:03:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 21, 2017, 10:09:33 AM
Bought a porta-ram and un-tweeked the radiator hoop and A-pillar hoop as much as I could. Refabbed the radiator and grille mounts.
Added spreader bars
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0293.jpg)
Also started on the fuel cell
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0298.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0297.jpg)
Not sure how far to go with internal baffling. Figured two like the one pictured, for baffling and structure. Will be running factory style GM internal pump.
Post by: mr.mindless on January 21, 2017, 05:33:43 PM
Two baffles like that to break it into thirds seem like plenty for half-tank slosh and structure. Looks good.
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Post by: Wingman on January 22, 2017, 11:14:50 AM
Dorman 2630370
(http://images.wrenchead.com/smartpages/partinfo_resize/DRE/2630370-007.jpg)
Post by: M4wdFab on January 22, 2017, 11:40:12 AM
Post by: gif on January 22, 2017, 04:16:16 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 22, 2017, 04:27:11 PM
No idea if it'll survive the abuse. It is spring-loaded so it shouldn't move much. I guess I'll find out.
Post by: mr.mindless on January 22, 2017, 09:56:19 PM
Post by: Wingman on January 22, 2017, 10:04:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 03, 2017, 08:30:59 AM
Post by: Wingman on February 03, 2017, 08:32:50 AM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0306.jpg)
Post by: mr.mindless on February 03, 2017, 09:25:09 AM
And maybe a writeup on the whole process ;)
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Post by: M4wdFab on February 03, 2017, 09:35:50 AM
Post by: matt on February 03, 2017, 12:13:31 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 03, 2017, 02:36:43 PM
Quick and painless 5 min exam. Wrote down the engine serial number, signed the form, and attached the sticker. Wasn't concerned with trans or t-case or any other parts since it was obviously all custom.
Forwarded a copy of the form to the Safety and Emissions department and now wait for them to issue a "Notice of Registration Acceptability". Then I can take a bunch of paperwork to the local DMV and apply for an official title.
Instructions for Registering a Homemade Vehicle (https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/vs100.pdf)
At some point, I will consolidate my experience.
Post by: dubt on February 03, 2017, 07:48:42 PM
Post by: M on February 05, 2017, 03:38:55 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 05, 2017, 04:05:40 PM
Post by: M on February 07, 2017, 10:00:34 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 07, 2017, 10:06:00 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 13, 2017, 04:58:16 PM
Used some HF tread strips on the bottom to space it up off the floor
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0322.jpg)
Needs a vent tube and some nice bolts/nuts
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0323.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on February 13, 2017, 05:23:53 PM
Now on to finishing...
Post by: mr.mindless on February 13, 2017, 05:56:24 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on February 13, 2017, 10:25:50 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 13, 2017, 10:52:32 PM
Post by: Wingman on February 20, 2017, 07:16:23 PM
Old DIY basic hack
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0341.jpg)
New unit with fan relays
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0336.jpg)
Also ripping into the harness to cull some unneeded
trans wiring and relocate ECM inside/under the cowl
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0343.jpg)
Post by: matt on February 21, 2017, 12:07:23 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 24, 2017, 01:13:53 PM
ECM, TCM, and fuse/relay block mounted to cowl
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0357.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0358.jpg)
Also got accessory drive ironed out in prep for LS6 intake
2010 Camaro water pump
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0346.jpg)
ICT Billet LS3 alternator mount
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0347.jpg)
2000 Camaro tensioner, custom bracket
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0348.jpg)
Post by: gif on March 24, 2017, 09:31:26 PM
Post by: dubt on March 27, 2017, 04:54:20 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 27, 2017, 07:05:06 PM
Post by: Wingman on April 11, 2017, 04:34:06 PM
Belt flaps badly between crank pulley and alternator under any current load. I can quiet it with added pressure on the tensioner but not adequately.
Attempt #2 = Goatbuilt low-pro alternator mount (https://goatbuilt.com/shop/products/gm-ls-passenger-side-alternatortensioner-bracket/) and tensioner, enroute.
(https://goatbuilt.com/wp-content/uploads/4405-Side-View-500x500.png)
Post by: mr.mindless on April 11, 2017, 05:24:51 PM
hopefully the goat will get you taken care of!
Post by: Wingman on April 11, 2017, 06:42:14 PM
My theory is that the current placement puts the tensioner in a location where it cannot react properly, between accessories on the tension side instead of the slack side. I think it has to be right after the crank pulley no matter where your accessories are placed.
Post by: mr.mindless on April 12, 2017, 12:56:47 AM
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Post by: Wingman on April 12, 2017, 05:32:35 PM
I also routed the belt differently. The current belt loops around the alternator, under the water pump, around the power steering, and back to the crank - no idlers in the system, just the tensioner. Simple and "short".
Post by: Wingman on April 13, 2017, 11:13:05 PM
Also mounted the nitrogen bottle again.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0365.jpg)
Mounted a permanent first aid kit.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0370.jpg)
Harry found me a set of red label BFG Krawlers in Texas. Fastenal shipping FTW.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0367.jpg)
Mounted up on KMCs. Nice to have tread!
First time out of the shop since Nov.
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0385.jpg)
Post by: gif on April 15, 2017, 01:58:23 AM
Post by: Wingman on April 15, 2017, 10:04:12 AM
Post by: Wingman on May 08, 2017, 06:28:40 PM
Time to work on lighting.
Can't wait for the next trip! Field & Forest, look out!
Post by: Wingman on June 14, 2017, 11:29:14 AM
Ins agent is having a hard time finding someone to insure a custom-built body/chassis?
Post by: M4wdFab on June 14, 2017, 01:23:29 PM
Post by: wnyjpgy on June 14, 2017, 01:59:01 PM
He insured his as a partial use vehicle through Haggarty, he also said Grundy would have insured it.
Post by: mr.mindless on June 14, 2017, 03:14:52 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 14, 2017, 10:34:59 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 15, 2017, 11:04:33 AM
Quote requests out to Grundy and American Modern and Erie
Post by: M4wdFab on June 15, 2017, 11:20:12 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 15, 2017, 06:09:18 PM
Post by: rejeep on June 15, 2017, 09:26:38 PM
did you try progressive? they seem to be the most liberal in my experience
Insured my wetbike when nobody else would
Post by: Wingman on June 16, 2017, 11:53:18 AM
$845/6mo :o
Post by: mr.mindless on June 16, 2017, 12:48:08 PM
I guess they must not want to carry only one vehicle for you. I've heard great things about Erie from folks with many cars and good driving records. I should look into them, but haven't.
I pay not much more than that for everything I have plates on...
Post by: M4wdFab on June 16, 2017, 02:05:19 PM
Post by: dubt on June 16, 2017, 02:21:37 PM
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Post by: M4wdFab on June 16, 2017, 11:15:05 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 20, 2017, 12:09:27 PM
Post by: Wingman on June 20, 2017, 01:06:05 PM
Geico!
$381/6mo full coverage
Post by: M4wdFab on June 20, 2017, 01:40:48 PM
thats a bit of coin for something you cant hurt.....
Post by: mr.mindless on June 20, 2017, 02:31:45 PM
I will never use Geico after dealing with them for the claim on the dumpbus. If nobody else will insure me, I'll walk.
Post by: Wingman on June 21, 2017, 02:06:04 PM
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0575.jpg)
Local inspection completed
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0585.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on June 21, 2017, 02:20:00 PM
Armed with my documentation, I hit DMV as soon as they opened. After careful review of my paperwork, the only puzzlement was how to calculate sales tax. NY obviously wants their share. After a couple of phone calls, I got sent home to do some photocopying of receipts. All major components, they say...
So, I photocopied and I photocopied. I ended up with $2069 worth of "major" components that were not taxed at purchase. This stuff includes CL purchases like tires and trans and other purchases like seats and glass. I included lots of photocopies of stuff that shows that tax was paid too. Two copies of each, one for DMV and one for Sales Tax.
Hit the office for Visit #2 right after lunch break. Other than a glitch with the VIN on the ins card, I walked out with plates. He also advised that the title will likely take a while because of the document review and that this type of transaction requires a mandatory tax audit. I should expect a call from the (DMV) tax department. Bah! >:(
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0584.jpg)
Post by: jaysenodell on June 21, 2017, 02:41:23 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 21, 2017, 04:14:12 PM
Post by: dubt on June 22, 2017, 09:15:26 PM
Post by: dubt on June 22, 2017, 09:15:49 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 23, 2017, 08:58:50 AM
Post by: Wingman on June 23, 2017, 09:40:22 AM
1" square tube frame with 16g tacked to one side,
a hole cut for glass, one manual wiper
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q17/wingman0/IMG_0369.jpg)
Old pic, now hinged on the bottom as all jeep windshields should be ;D
Post by: Wingman on August 18, 2017, 12:43:45 PM
After some phone time with their underwriter, I learned that it was because it was a replica/kit. If I wanted to keep just liability on it, I could include it with some other vehicles in my fleet. So, I transferred the Corolla to them.
Hopefully, that's the last of the drama.
Post by: Wingman on August 24, 2017, 07:21:00 PM
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Post by: gif on August 24, 2017, 08:31:03 PM
(http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-62818268114394_2258_5975128)
Post by: Wingman on August 24, 2017, 08:51:10 PM
Post by: TrailTamer on August 24, 2017, 09:53:55 PM
Different radius on both ends
I think Jeff Hall can help you on this. He just got an English roller when I stopped by few months ago.
Post by: Wingman on October 05, 2017, 02:48:17 PM
Backup lights
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171005/6a41dfdac24151d351a37cf1f0ab9b3c.jpg)
Bikini top
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20171005/3ec57ea32dca77d44df0079aba0ed817.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on November 02, 2017, 06:30:43 PM
Pulled the front assembly out and apart today. Both side lip seals looked fine. Pushed the sealing housings out and there wasn't any good evidence of o-ring or RTV failure. I guess that doesn't mean that the RTV didn't fail.
Bah!
Post by: TrailTamer on November 02, 2017, 07:59:02 PM
Post by: Wingman on November 02, 2017, 08:23:48 PM
27-40 spline tolerance
http://www.trail-gear.com/product/4876/rock-assault-9-seal-housing-kit-3-1-2-x-1-4-wall#.V4cHq7grKUk
Post by: Wingman on June 18, 2018, 09:13:31 PM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04TLdU216sI
Post by: TrailTamer on June 18, 2018, 09:36:43 PM
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=1117910&cc=1127102
(https://www.rockauto.com/info/118/SBK5-A__ra_p.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on June 29, 2018, 12:18:28 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on June 29, 2018, 12:43:56 PM
no calculator too many variables. find a type of bar thats easy to source in a few different sizes so you can change if you want.
we run 49 spline 1.25" bars on all our cars, we have a stack different effective diamater bars also.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Sway-Bar-1-1-4-Ends-13-16-Bar-Solid-37-1-2-long-49-Spline/150265997467?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
https://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Schroeder-Racing-114ARM4130-02745-Front-Sway-Bar-Arm-1-1-4-15-Dropped/302720778374?epid=28019958348&hash=item467b908086:g:TMQAAOSw8nBa5S6P
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=49+Spline+1+1%2F4+swaybar+arm&_sacat=0
Post by: Wingman on June 29, 2018, 12:52:27 PM
How long are the arms? 15"?
Sway bar calculator (http://www.gtsparkplugs.com/Sway-Bar-Calculator.html)
Post by: mr.mindless on June 29, 2018, 02:16:21 PM
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Post by: M4wdFab on June 29, 2018, 02:38:16 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 13, 2019, 07:11:20 PM
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190313/c6550eeea24f62cb7eefc48f6e270eba.jpg)
Post by: Wingman on June 13, 2019, 09:14:26 PM
Post by: Harrison on June 14, 2019, 08:31:35 AM
Post by: etk300ex on June 14, 2019, 10:09:52 AM
Post by: Wingman on November 07, 2019, 08:09:10 PM
Post by: dubt on November 07, 2019, 08:23:41 PM
Post by: M4wdFab on November 07, 2019, 10:05:30 PM
Post by: Wingman on September 25, 2021, 06:08:47 PM
Found D60 front inners wasted when investigating rotational sounds.
Post by: mr.mindless on September 25, 2021, 06:19:26 PM
Post by: Wingman on March 14, 2022, 05:51:01 PM
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Post by: Wingman on November 12, 2022, 11:18:20 AM
Post by: dubt on November 12, 2022, 03:54:07 PM
Post by: etk300ex on November 14, 2022, 09:34:30 AM
Post by: Harrison on November 14, 2022, 10:13:42 AM
Only put 500 miles on this year :-\
Does that account for the 4:1?
Sometimes when I am close enough behind you when we're barely moving, I catch a glimpse and think to myself "there is no way we're going 8mph right now"
Post by: Wingman on November 14, 2022, 12:06:23 PM
Only put 500 miles on this year :-\
Does that account for the 4:1?
Sometimes when I am close enough behind you when we're barely moving, I catch a glimpse and think to myself "there is no way we're going 8mph right now"
I given up trying to track 1:1 and 4:1. It's all in the mix.