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East Coast Baja Build

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by NewRider, Jul 19, 2013.

  1. May 14, 2014 at 5:22 PM
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    avw4x4

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    More people in Alaska don't need sliders welded on? ;)
     
  2. May 14, 2014 at 5:29 PM
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    chipnoreo

    chipnoreo Ready for snow!

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    haha in a week or so there are going to be a lot I think :p
     
  3. May 14, 2014 at 5:32 PM
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    Put an add up and make some $$$ for more goodies :p
     
  4. May 14, 2014 at 5:40 PM
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    chipnoreo

    chipnoreo Ready for snow!

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    Need to get that welder first :( Could probably cover some of welder costs tho :D

    $50+beer 4 sliders!
     
  5. May 14, 2014 at 6:13 PM
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    That's one hell of a deal, granted I have no clue what beer costs in AK
     
  6. May 14, 2014 at 6:26 PM
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    yep, from what ive seen on TW over and over is the new guys with welders don't turn the heat up enough, cold weld everywhere :bananadead:
     
  7. May 14, 2014 at 7:19 PM
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    NewRider

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    well mine.. while it is a cheap one (good 'ol harbor freight :cool: ) does have a wire guide with gas option, I don't have gas right now as I don't wanna spend the extra cash immediately and plan on just usin up some of the crappy wire it comes with before wasting gas on that... but after I'm happy with a few beads on this setup I plan on buying better wire and gas both... then it'll be on to building my stuff as well as building/selling anything anyone wants
     
  8. May 15, 2014 at 12:10 AM
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    chipnoreo

    chipnoreo Ready for snow!

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    In an actual city, not much. In one of those places you fly into... Well
    I walked in the liquor store and walked back out empty handed. Couldn't do it.
     
  9. May 15, 2014 at 4:33 PM
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    Painted the center dash/console today. Pretty easy to do, just a little tedious. Getting the stereo apart to get everything possible off the face IS possible, it's just a bunch of clips and small screws. If you're thinking about doing this, I'd suggest it, I really like the outcome, just put aside several hours for dissasemble as well as dry time (I forgot that second part :/ )

    [​IMG]

    Also added a lock to the center console! VERY easy to do and cheap! Cost about $6 for the lock at Home Depot and that's it. Measure and drill a hole in the side of the console 1 1/8" directly below where the clip on the button is, install the lock and you're done!

    Obviously this isn't like a true safe but it is another theft deterrent if you want it.

    [​IMG]
     
  10. Jun 23, 2014 at 6:20 PM
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    List update:

    So I've decided to start my mods with more direction: on the list for 2015, MOAB Rock Therapy trip as well as returning from there on the TransAmerican Trail. (if you haven't seen this check it out: http://www.transamtrail.com )

    to do this I've got a few things in mind on the mod list:

    TIRES... SOON!

    Suspension
    finish rear suspension setup:
    extended rear shocks
    work on custom leaf pack - Done
    shack flip kit? Not planning on doing this now

    upgrade front suspension:
    OME 886 coils with the billies set accordingly
    UCA's

    trail defense (mostly custom made by me)
    IFS prob buy these
    Transmission
    Transfer case
    Gas tank?
    Sliders
    Finish Rear bumper*** ALMOST done

    Exhaust:
    Flowmaster super 40 series with custom pre axle drop
    move x-over pipe to allow for flat t-case skid

    Engine:
    Safari Snorkel (custom done for the Baja fenders)
    CAI? (custom built into the snorkel)

    Bed rack:
    Custom made for spare tire, high lift, shovel, spare fuel/water, and MAYBE RTT this is getting deleted unless it become necessary for the RTT

    RTT??? (anyone got one for sale at a discount??)

    Lighting:
    LED tail lights/3rd brake
    LED Bed lights
    LED map/dome lights
    LED interior floors
    LED center console and glove box
    LED rock lights
    LED fog lights
    MOAR LED's for front and side lighting
    .... ya i like LED's :p
    "plans" for custom LED headlights are in the works, probably won't happen by MOAB

    Recovery:
    9-12K lb winch, very wide open still but I know I need one
    synthetic winch line
    shackles/d-rings
    belt driven OBA

    comfort/trail readiness:
    OBW
    fridge? (probably not by next year but eventually)
     
  11. Jun 23, 2014 at 6:28 PM
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    Bsheriff11 Remember Your ABC's. Always. Be. Casual.

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    My list mirrors that for the most part. I have full skids, exhaust reroute, bed rack for RTT possibly, bigger tires, and front/rear lockers on my list of must dos right now
     
  12. Jun 23, 2014 at 6:35 PM
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    I really want the RTT but I know that right now a bed rack doesn't make any sense for me as I'm CONSTANTLY filling the bed with big/dirty stuff and it'd just be in the way. And I thought about lockers but I've watched videos/read up on enough people that have enjoyed MOAB without em that they're gonna have to wait till I have a 100% expendable income and not just a "i really want that" kinda deal
     
  13. Jun 23, 2014 at 6:38 PM
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    Bsheriff11

    Bsheriff11 Remember Your ABC's. Always. Be. Casual.

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    Yep, I hear ya, gotta do what you need right now. I was planning on lockers next year along with a rack so imma go ahead with it, and my wife is coming, so that RTT is necessary for decreased bitching purposes
     
  14. Jun 23, 2014 at 6:43 PM
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    that last part I definitely get! haha.. it may become a necessity for me if the whole plan comes together and I do a month long trip back off road.. that doesn't sound like much fun if i gotta set up a tent every night :cool:
     
  15. Jul 10, 2014 at 1:28 PM
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    Finally got the fenders painted and the rear bumper done:
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  16. Jul 10, 2014 at 3:43 PM
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    Taylor

    Taylor Check out NASA Spec3!

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    Looks good!
     
  17. Jul 10, 2014 at 3:55 PM
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    I like the fenders, i thought fiberglass would look goofy with smaller tires but its not bad.....
     
  18. Jul 10, 2014 at 4:32 PM
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    Thanks!! And I did too and still wanna run a larger size but only plan to go to a 275/70/17 for now. I think it helps a lot that I'm running the 17" wheel, otherwise they'd be REALLY goofy lookin instead of just a little bit
     
  19. Jul 15, 2014 at 2:15 PM
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    built a DIY bed rail/rack today. so far it only holds my spare and high lift, with space for a shovel when I get one and I plan to add custom boxes in the corners at the cab side

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    the tire is held up with the stock cable mount:
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  20. Sep 26, 2014 at 7:17 AM
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    finally got new shoes!!!!
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