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NW WA Meet / BS Thread

Discussion in 'North West' started by Benson X, Jun 13, 2012.

  1. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:22 AM
    Usethe2nd

    Usethe2nd Well-Known Member

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    Welp, got the bender in and managed to make a bend, now I'm stuck doing flooring in the house...I didn't even know I got signed up for this until the GF said to go and pick up flooring yesterday
     
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  2. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:23 AM
    JimSnell

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    HAHA! Adulting sucks.
     
  3. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:30 AM
    Smar969905

    Smar969905 ToyotaLover

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    Sometimes it does, but there are other times it is nice.
     
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  4. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:51 AM
    JimSnell

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    So did anyone on here get a spring compressor yet?
     
  5. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:55 AM
    Skootter14

    Skootter14 Upon my signal, unleash Hell

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    "a lot of stupid stuff" -Wife
    a winch is also something I encourage my friends not to skimp on, so I AM NOT walking out of a bad situation. . . haha

    (winchless baja front bumper....I need you guys on the trails :thumbsup:)
     
  6. Feb 18, 2017 at 11:58 AM
    Foggy Noggin

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    60% of the time, it works every time

    IMG_5473.jpg
     
  7. Feb 18, 2017 at 12:34 PM
    Kappes03

    Kappes03 Legend of the UG

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    Fuck that. I choose life
     
  8. Feb 18, 2017 at 12:35 PM
    Foggy Noggin

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    I just googled "ghetto spring compressor" lololol
     
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  9. Feb 18, 2017 at 12:53 PM
    JimSnell

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    I'm a fan of the zip tie variety.

    I just ordered a real one.
     
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  10. Feb 18, 2017 at 1:52 PM
    TACOVRD

    TACOVRD I Identify As A Prius

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    Workin' on it....
    lol, no shit!
     
  11. Feb 18, 2017 at 2:13 PM
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    When northridge was smaller (before and right after they had the shop in Silverdale) I heard nothing but good things about them. Fast forward to now and it seems pretty hit and miss.

    How come you decided to go with the diesel? Or more that specific one? Could do a Toyota diesel (12BT?)?
     
  12. Feb 18, 2017 at 2:24 PM
    twalchlii1

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    Are floor mats a mod?
    This utterly perfect Pinz was at Mule this morning.
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  13. Feb 18, 2017 at 3:00 PM
    Juforrest

    Juforrest Dumb!

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    What kind did you get Jim?
     
  14. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:04 PM
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  15. Feb 18, 2017 at 4:20 PM
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    That's what I've got as well.

    Haven't used it since early December. Then again, I haven't really walked since then.
     
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  16. Feb 18, 2017 at 5:19 PM
    Honeybadger

    Honeybadger Powaaaaaah!

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    300k on a properly maintained diesel is not a lot. 500k is usually the overhaul time frame on a diesel. 1mil k for a semi diesel.
     
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  17. Feb 18, 2017 at 5:24 PM
    McMash

    McMash The only thing better than light bars? Sarcasm.

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    I've always wanted to build an all-mechanical diesel project, and the Scrambler should fit the bill well. In my head, at least. The 4.2 is worn out and has some cylinders that are low in compression. The 4BD1T is somewhat similar to the Cummins 4BT, but tends to spread its power throughout the RPM's a little better, and it's a bit better in the NVH department as well. Torquey and reliable. Also, because turbo?

    Coupled with either a manual, or a mechanical 47RH auto (though lockup and OD are electric), I'm hoping to keep electrical systems/gremlins to a minimum.

    Haven't done too much research on Toyota diesels mainly because I haven't heard of any readily available in the states. The 4BT and 4BD1T have no problem getting parts or in-depth work here.

    Isuzu 4BD1T -> Dodge 47RH -> Dodge/Ford NP205 -> Narrowed HP Dana 44 Front/Dana 60 Rear. It's gonna be awesome, but pretty much a cluster to build.
     
  18. Feb 18, 2017 at 5:41 PM
    Smar969905

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    I'm interested in following this build. You should start another thread just for this thing.
     
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  19. Feb 18, 2017 at 7:29 PM
    Usethe2nd

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    Managed to get 1/2 of one slider done :bananadead:
     
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  20. Feb 18, 2017 at 7:30 PM
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    bobsuruncle PhD in voiding warranties

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    ARB bull bumper Warn XD9000 Icon 2.5 EXT Road Armor rear bumper Archive Garage shackle flip FJ/T4R tcase 4.30 gears Dirty5’s T4R rear axle swap w/disc brakes New frame from Toyota under EWP
    You making a new set for your truck?
     

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