Desertdude -1997 80 series build up

[datrupr]

Very nice Pasquale! As usual, a very professional looking job. I can't wait to see the 80 in person and climb all over it and check it out.

 

[alia176]

Looks good P., very nice.

One thing to keep in mind is to keep the weight down as much as possible. You know this already but with the amount of stuff we keep adding on, the weight just crawls up and your power goes down at the same rate. Something like a loss of 1hp/10 lbs of weight!

Looking forward to more mods!

Ali

 

[BajaTaco]

You two do such first class work! I am in awe... :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

 

[kcowyo]

You two do such first class work! I am in awe... :bowdown: :bowdown: :bowdown:

Yeah... what he said.....



.....daaaaannnngggg

 

[p1michaud]

Wow!

...We started the custom built drawer system

What thickness ply do you use for your drawer systems, 1/2" or 3/4" and where? (i.e. 3/4" on bottom of system and drawers and 1/2' for all sides).
I'm going to be building a drawer system for the Tacoma and I'm wondering what thickness to use where.

You two do such first class work! I am in awe...:bowdown: :bowdown:

Very well said. Great work. :clapsmile

Cheers :beer:,
P

 

[Mlachica]

simply outstanding :luxhello: :clapsmile :exclaim:

 

[Life_in_4Lo]

wow, keep er going guys! It looks great, hope the water system works out- at least it looks to stay much cleaner in there.

:lurk: :jumping:

 

[Desertdude]

Thanks everyone for the cheers :beer:

We wrapped up most of the stuff today - final photos posted later tonight.

Believe it or not I have less stuff loaded in this 80 that I do in the Tacoma - but hey I travel light :shakin: can you say supercharger

Slee is importing a 4" heavy spring and might ,and next month - this spring would be perfect for my rear weight... With the water in the middle I have a lower center of gravity and can remove the three cans on the bumper carrier - Approx 120lbs

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What thickness ply do you use for your drawer systems, 1/2" or 3/4" and where? (i.e. 3/4" on bottom of system and drawers and 1/2' for all sides).
I'm going to be building a drawer system for the Tacoma and I'm wondering what thickness to use where.

I used 3/4 ply bottom sides and top for screw strength & bolting down - ( less thickness is not that much lighter - and 1/2" shop maple for the drawer - total = ( 1) 3/4"-4X8 (1) 1/2"-4X8

 

[BajaTaco]

... With the water in the middle I have a lower center of gravity and can remove the three cans on the bumper carrier - Approx 120lbs

Oh man, that is going make a huge difference. :clapsmile Good job.

 

[desertgirl66]

Wanted to thank everyone for all the great input and words of encouragement! This has been (and continues) to be a fun and at times challenging project. I wanted to say that Pasquale is quite the visionary in being able to see the outcome of the 80 and being able to design this wonderful Expedition-mobile Also, big kudos to his building, plumbing, electrical, carpet installation and mechanical abilities.

His primary reason for building this 80 is so that I can have a comfortable experience. Hot showers in the outback are really a wonderful treat :jumping:
Having a water system is really a neccesity, I loved the system on the Tacoma when we were in Baja.

I am really his assisstant and sounding board. My skills are organizational and being able to run for the 10mm with the extension, de-greasing and helping to muscle the diffs in place. Oh and really cleaning the birfields!!

Good job Desertdude :clapsmile

 

[Jonathan Hanson]

Hey you two, I can hardly wait to see this vehicle in person. Great reports!

 

[Desertdude]

A few more photos of the finished product - HERE


We hope to fill it up today and test it out

 

[Jonathan Hanson]

Ouch. Some of those hurt to look at.

 

[Desertdude]

yep - its a fine line...

 

[Mike S]

Pasquale

Do not let Steve (Grouseman) see those pictures! He'll be on his way to AZ the same day.

Nice sanitary job. I hope that DG enjoys the shower on the trail...:victory:

M