4x4 Wanna Be Come True

sub'd. Can't believe I didn't see this build earlier!

This is one of my favorite builds now.

 

I had to buy the projectors, take the assembly apart and paint them myself

 

This build still gives me warm fuzzies.

 

Thanks, I really appreciate it. It's been a fun project

 

OK, just thought I would update the project... not a whole lot new going on but I do have a long term project probably for next summer. The only thing that somewhat scares me is the transmission. It had 180k when I put it in and I have put a good many miles on her, probably getting close to 200k. So I have been putting money aside for when it does go. Well while having it re-built I would like to have a marlin crawler adapter put in to convert it to a gear driven, passenger side drop case. From there I would really like to put an FJ80 axle, preferably with an E-locker, and just put leafs in the front for the time being. The guy who built my bumpers said he would help me out with the welding/other labors of SAS. I know people who have cases and I can get them at a good price and I would probably go ahead and have them rebuilt and geared to 4.7

Whats some of your thoughts on this idea, the ways and nays...

 

starting my parts collection soon to convert

 

go for it! while the truck is out of commission ill give you a ride to work if it is needed

 

nice build man! are there lots of trails close to concord? my wife's originally from there. we're moving back next summer and my tacoma's coming with us. there's probably a lot more trails there than here on maui...

 

the closest trail is about 30 minutes away its called Uwharrie. There are several great trails around the area that are only a few hours away though.

 

Sub'd

 

Thats awesome! Hopefully here in a few months I'll have a 4.56 front diff for sale

 

Thanks man!

 

Cool deal looking for the complete front diff and hub conversion kit right now

 

im gonna feel like a parts deliverer guy soon

 

So

 

Nice looking truck! What type of bumper is that in the 2nd photo? I really like it.

 

M.O.B.S. Fab made it

 

I just read this whole thread, and all I have to say is.... can I have your life?

 

haha it's all yours... a lot of pinching pennies. all i can say is thank god for buddies to help ya out with homework on what will/wont work, installations and rides when she was undergoing surgery

 

dont forget the bets, which make you want to do it that much more!!!