Antique Land Cruiser on the road since 2003

[landcruising]

Coen-I would have guessed that they were manual adjusters as the "teeth" on the star wheel are square, rather than angled or "saw tooth" shaped. The auto adjusters would be mirrored, typically. Again, I am not a Toyota expert. With your manual units I would not worry either way.

Have you worked out the tank switching schema yet?

I'm having a nice small manual switch under my seat in my mind.


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The roof got a few layers of paint and varnish.

This is how the once looked.

The balls that direct my life at the moment.

Steering wheel is in and the shifters are connected.

adg

 

[Jim K in PA]

Ever forward, Coen. Looking wonderful.

I have a question about your wheels. They appear to be the "old fashioned" split rim style, with the removable outer ring. You must then use tubes in the tires, yes? They are a great system, when properly maintained and handled. I have the same style wheels on my 1973 IH truck. I like being able to change the tire wherever I need to, without a special machine. I am sure others will sing dirges of doom about them to you, but the risk they possess is directly proportional to the disrespect they are given.

Keep the update coming!

 

[landcruising]

Ever forward, Coen. Looking wonderful.

I have a question about your wheels. They appear to be the "old fashioned" split rim style, with the removable outer ring. You must then use tubes in the tires, yes? They are a great system, when properly maintained and handled. I have the same style wheels on my 1973 IH truck. I like being able to change the tire wherever I need to, without a special machine. I am sure others will sing dirges of doom about them to you, but the risk they possess is directly proportional to the disrespect they are given.

Keep the update coming!

They are always amazed that we only keep one spare. Almost being frowned upon. But I have two or three new tubes I keep somewhere. If things go really bad, I can change four times. The others keep two tires mostly. Sometimes even only one and one without the rims...

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[Anton2k3]

Hi Coen, how's the build going? I'm assuming your very busy trying to get it completed, but we're lacking updates! I've been checking back everyday in the hope there are some new pics!

 

[landcruising]

Getting the brake fluid in the system.

Karin-Marijke buys a new window lifter.

Somewhere on a market I came across some old Sika with the expire date neatly covered with a small new sticker with a different date. With the latest batch Sika changed it into an engraved notice on the bottom and removed the side stickers.

"Mr. Zigzag cruiser" Fred from France helps out to get the engine running.

"Mr. Bronco" Jeroen from Asuncion, Paraguay took a plane for a few days to take a peek at the work in process.

I am getting my fill of rivets. A little over 130 go into the roof!

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[BIGdaddy]

do i understand correctly, the total cost of the restoration is 12,000 dollars.

I understood that it was $6000 :wow:

 

[landcruising]

I understood that it was $6000 :wow:

impressive isn't it.


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With the roof it looks a lot nicer.

We ordered a new screen and the guys come over to install it.

Three minutes it takes to get it in.

Esteban and Simon are placing the hood.

Simon is adjusting the hood

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[landcruising]

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I get the new seat in. Looking great in duo tones.

Simon and Esteban fixing the door rubbers.

To get some space for the new tank we have to adapt some parts of the exhaust system.

This is the place for the dual battery setup.

The mudguards are getting a touch up.

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[esh]

Fantastic stuff Coen! Are you guys back on the road? I figured you were done since you already had the restoration costs/time posted. Just finishing up or still working on it?

Your efforts and travel are inspiring! If you ever get up to Oregon/USA, please get in touch for anything.

Cheers

 

[Toyotero]

Coen,

The "restification" is looking good. I'm also following your posts on facebook (I'm Gene who commented on your industrial strength ear plugs [diff breather filters])

Your spring hanger looks odd in these photos... is it out boarded from the frame? They look vulnerable, but that's probably just the photo angle.

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphoto...91689958542_55756113542_4063293_7623817_n.jpg

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphoto...91690173542_55756113542_4063321_3815691_n.jpg


Regards,

 

[dzzz]

Wonderful thread. I'm looking forward to the finished truck, and a trip to Bolivia some day.

 

[landcruising]

Coen,

The "restification" is looking good. I'm also following your posts on facebook (I'm Gene who commented on your industrial strength ear plugs [diff breather filters])

Your spring hanger looks odd in these photos... is it out boarded from the frame? They look vulnerable, but that's probably just the photo angle.

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphoto...91689958542_55756113542_4063293_7623817_n.jpg

http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphoto...91690173542_55756113542_4063321_3815691_n.jpg


Regards,

It must be the angle from which the photo is taken. All hangers are okay. Thanks though for you concern and all the good lucks from all of you are taken as appreciation.

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[landcruising]

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The spare wheel is going here from now on.

The roof rack is on there again.

Getting a new spot for the logo's. Fixing it with masking tape waiting while the Sika cures a bit.

I bought a nice light for the back.

Adventurous greetings,
Coen

 

[deadbird]

I can't wait to see it back on it's own wheels.
The color looks great.

 

[Owyhee H]

Wowzer

Thats a thing of beauty, nice work. Should be good to go for another couple decades. :wings: