SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
yea...I just need time to replace that rear marker cover and buff out the rubber damage and bend back the rear left sheetmetal. All in a day's work.
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BIGdaddy
Expedition Leader
Ahhh, I see that, now that you point it out. Did I miss how that happened?
Or did you buy it with the custom metal work?:ylsmoke:
That kind of stuff always seems to add more character than in detracts...just a thought.
-B
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
The tire blowout did all that damage. I went 150 miles offroad and didn't scratch it and then the tire explodes. Nothing a rubber mallet and elbow grease can't put back
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
A fun video put together by Wilson Fabworks about Mojave...showing some van love!
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yqf98sCpgo0"]YouTube - The Road Strikes Back[/ame]
[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yqf98sCpgo0"]YouTube - The Road Strikes Back[/ame]
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
So over the holiday I was able to take a trip for 5 days up to Monterey Bay & Santa Cruz!
Of note in the build is that I replaced the entire exhaust system excluding catalytic converter. Appears the original owner put the wrong muffler on it as well. Now it sounds perfect since I had previously put a hole in it in Mojave! It was also crushed and dented in areas affecting flow.
I also got my motor mounts replaced as Mojave claimed those as well. When I hit the big rock, it bent my motor crossbar and then destroyed the motor mounts. One used crossbar and mounts later and the van shifts even better than ever and no vibes or clunking into gear!
Lastly, I splurged and got the van a Christmas gift... 4 new Bilstein shocks! Yup, they ride NICE. No wonder they call them the best of the best for the van!
Of note in the build is that I replaced the entire exhaust system excluding catalytic converter. Appears the original owner put the wrong muffler on it as well. Now it sounds perfect since I had previously put a hole in it in Mojave! It was also crushed and dented in areas affecting flow.
I also got my motor mounts replaced as Mojave claimed those as well. When I hit the big rock, it bent my motor crossbar and then destroyed the motor mounts. One used crossbar and mounts later and the van shifts even better than ever and no vibes or clunking into gear!
Lastly, I splurged and got the van a Christmas gift... 4 new Bilstein shocks! Yup, they ride NICE. No wonder they call them the best of the best for the van!
Jeff Wanamog
Off Road Camper Guy
Nice trip.
Billie is lookin good! The lettuce picture is very odd if you know what I mean. Almost appears to be relieving himself on Billie. Did the new exhaust make in difference in the HP department?
Hope to see you in March out in the desert.
P.S. What is floating in the scotch?
Jeff (aka "the old guy")
Billie is lookin good! The lettuce picture is very odd if you know what I mean. Almost appears to be relieving himself on Billie. Did the new exhaust make in difference in the HP department?
Hope to see you in March out in the desert.
P.S. What is floating in the scotch?
Jeff (aka "the old guy")
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
There was a slight increase in power as I noticed a drop in Mojave after busting a hole in it. It also helped mileage.
Those are whiskey rocks. Special property rocks that go in the freezer. They impart no taste to the scotch/whiskey and cool it just enough. It really brings out the honey flavor in The Glenlivet Scotch. They also do not scratch the glass.
Those are whiskey rocks. Special property rocks that go in the freezer. They impart no taste to the scotch/whiskey and cool it just enough. It really brings out the honey flavor in The Glenlivet Scotch. They also do not scratch the glass.
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
So a friend asked me to talk about the differences between my now sold Jeep XJ (Cherokee) and the 1986 Volkswagen Vanagon. Well, here's what I came up with:
Volkswagen Vanagon vs Jeep Cherokee XJ
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
A quick peek at the fuse panel installed to power my accessories:
Fridge, cig outlets, interior lights, radio without key, etc
Fridge, cig outlets, interior lights, radio without key, etc
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
So I did a few updates!
http://theadventurebrigade.blogspot.com/2011/02/updating-van.html
Old Antenna
New Antenna!
Installed Voltminder
Installed new front license plate for kicks!
http://theadventurebrigade.blogspot.com/2011/02/updating-van.html
Old Antenna
New Antenna!
Installed Voltminder
Installed new front license plate for kicks!
RocKrawler
Supporting Sponsor
Installed new front license plate for kicks!
Just so you know that is illegal in CA and gives an officer just cause to pull you over (from personal experience) <END SHARE>
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
Even though it is my actual plate #? Just curious...
SWbySWesty
Fauxverland Extraodinaire
It is an escape...today I hooked up my awning and just sat with the top popped in a chair having a beer in the driveway admiring it. Big plans are in this van!
Patman
Explorer
Technically yes, if you drive in a place where they use photo radar/redlight officers will be extra vigilant about it.
While I don't advocate breaking "the law" I run a euro plate on my cars. Matches my SE decal and my Greencard :sombrero: and it is rare to get hastled by cops in my parts. It also has alot to do with the rig. A Westy doesn't exactly SCREAM law breaker. Slammed Honda, Muddy Jeep, and such tend to grab their attention, and the lack of an official front plate is the excuse they need to pull you over.