UPDATE: Well we received several complaints about my "Big green ugly Military Trucks" from the HOA. Also had one of my Military trucks tagged as "abandoned" as the registered address came back to a PO Box which its registered at (or was until a few days ago). Took off from work and called The...
New shiny NOS drums came In for the front axle and installed. My mechanic buddy had it done the next day so we could make it out to our 4x4 meet this morning. Brakes work perfectly! The rear brakes work fine but I've decided to replace the shoes and wheel cylinders anyway, the fronts wheel...
Been busy as usual. Started a new job and I am exhausted at the end of each day. Feels good though getting back to a physical job. Ive been getting too soft.......
On the Volvo front My brakes are all done just waiting for new brake drums. I figured I've spent this much getting everything...
I just dropped my TGB1314 at my Mechanics shop. I will swing by there on Monday. I will get you a measurement. If memory serves me correct its about 9'2". I will check.
After the brakes are done I will be tackling the front seat situation as well as installing some serious Winch capability up front. The front seats I have decided will get a fresh coat of paint (frame) and some new leather. I like the size of the seats and they are comfortable for me and my...
Hi NICK,
Very cool indeed.
I am most likely going to add a Cummins R2.8 Diesel to ours. Im trying to find a Van body for ours. So far no luck. We want to go with something a bit shorter in height. We also want to ship ours over to Australia and hit Tasmania, Fraser Island, Cape York track...
So far The front axle portals have had all of the bearings replaced. The CVs have been replaced with Bomb Proof RCV CVs. The latest Silicone boots have been installed as well as new brake lines. Quick note, The original portal bearings were in perfect shape. Of course you don't know this...
Just had my portals rebuilt along with new RCV CV joints. We have also been hampered by Covid. I had my 2nd and last Covid Vaccine shot on the 28th. In 3 weeks I will be at 97% Immune to the disease, so they tell me. Love your work and hope you stay safe and healthy.
I finished changing ALL the fluids. Everything that has a zirk has been re greased. I'm starting my full tune up which will also include changing every belt, hose and gaskets. I also plan to pull the trans and Tcase and install a new clutch pressure plate and throw out bearing. The clutch is...