Desertdude -1997 80 series build up
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WOW! :bowdown:
When can we place orders!??
I like the sink faucet and the lower mounting of the fridge to not obstruct rear window view!
When can we place orders!??
I like the sink faucet and the lower mounting of the fridge to not obstruct rear window view!
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
Thank you to everyone for the kind words of encouragement :luxhello:
The 80 is fully loaded- hot water sower system tested -all " killer no filler"...
Heading up to Moab for the real test :jumping:
Looks like 6" slee springs will be the next cross grade :smileeek:
our mod list has really shrunk - we have only a few items left before Alaska ( and ACT06) in June/July and will wrap those up after Moab
We look forward to seeing everyone on the trail soon!
The 80 is fully loaded- hot water sower system tested -all " killer no filler"...
Heading up to Moab for the real test :jumping:
Looks like 6" slee springs will be the next cross grade :smileeek:
our mod list has really shrunk - we have only a few items left before Alaska ( and ACT06) in June/July and will wrap those up after Moab
We look forward to seeing everyone on the trail soon!
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
A few more photos of our nearly finished rig
After nearly 40K miles since leaving for the N2A trip - the 80 series Landcruiser is as solid as new. This is one enjoyable vehicle on and off highway.
We installed a DC front and rear DS and this along with Slee's 4" heavy coils in the rear have made all the difference in carrying all our gear, and making our drive train vibration free.
We're wrapping up a few loose end mods on the vehicle, and a bit of preventive maintenance (including a broken internal airline on the rear ARB locker) - Spoke with Christo and Ben at Slee offroad - they sent the parts I needed and the gaskets/seals came from Cdan (on IH8Mud) and American Toyota in NM - I completed the simple repair in a few hours, and was also able to install new seals and gaskets for the rear axle shafts. Installed all new brake pads ( after 30K miles the really needed it) Slee SS brake lines as well as Slee made SS ARB locker air lines will be included in the wrap up mod list...
A complete system OEM 50 litre sub-tank is coming from Australia to be installed. :jumping:
I moved from BFG tires to a new set of Open Country Toyos - man what a difference off-highway - Rugged profile, great tires.
A big thank you to Mike S over at Autohome for setting us up with the new Columbus Carbon Fiber Rooftop Tent - :REOutArchery02: its a beauty!
A super cool thanks goes out to the Overland Journal folks for including this 80 series Landcruiser in the first issues vehicle centerfold spread.
I will post up more info and a few more photos :Mechanic:
Photo Copyright © 2006, Gina Bringman
After nearly 40K miles since leaving for the N2A trip - the 80 series Landcruiser is as solid as new. This is one enjoyable vehicle on and off highway.
We installed a DC front and rear DS and this along with Slee's 4" heavy coils in the rear have made all the difference in carrying all our gear, and making our drive train vibration free.
We're wrapping up a few loose end mods on the vehicle, and a bit of preventive maintenance (including a broken internal airline on the rear ARB locker) - Spoke with Christo and Ben at Slee offroad - they sent the parts I needed and the gaskets/seals came from Cdan (on IH8Mud) and American Toyota in NM - I completed the simple repair in a few hours, and was also able to install new seals and gaskets for the rear axle shafts. Installed all new brake pads ( after 30K miles the really needed it) Slee SS brake lines as well as Slee made SS ARB locker air lines will be included in the wrap up mod list...
A complete system OEM 50 litre sub-tank is coming from Australia to be installed. :jumping:
I moved from BFG tires to a new set of Open Country Toyos - man what a difference off-highway - Rugged profile, great tires.
A big thank you to Mike S over at Autohome for setting us up with the new Columbus Carbon Fiber Rooftop Tent - :REOutArchery02: its a beauty!
A super cool thanks goes out to the Overland Journal folks for including this 80 series Landcruiser in the first issues vehicle centerfold spread.
I will post up more info and a few more photos :Mechanic:
Photo Copyright © 2006, Gina Bringman
blupaddler
Conspirator
Congrats Dude!
I was wondering why you were selling your BFG's. I have had the Toyo's for a little while. They did great on our last trip to Baja.
Would you say they are noisier than your BFG m/t's?
Oh, and where in AZ or _____ were you that put you on a ferry?
And you're going to have to sign the centerfold of my OJ. :shakin:
I was wondering why you were selling your BFG's. I have had the Toyo's for a little while. They did great on our last trip to Baja.
Would you say they are noisier than your BFG m/t's?
Oh, and where in AZ or _____ were you that put you on a ferry?
And you're going to have to sign the centerfold of my OJ. :shakin:
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
Gracias Amigo!
Yes, I find on the road the Toyos are quite noisey compared to new BFG's
That Ferry was Halls crossing at Lake Powell (Bull Frog Marina) in Arizona
Yes, I find on the road the Toyos are quite noisey compared to new BFG's
That Ferry was Halls crossing at Lake Powell (Bull Frog Marina) in Arizona
adventureduo
Dave Druck [KI6LBB]
Great ideas for the shower setup. I was thinking along the same lines.. nice to see it completed! How do you like the shower so far?
Care to share part#'s on the tank/shurflo and water heater?
This looks like the hot ticket!
Care to share part#'s on the tank/shurflo and water heater?
This looks like the hot ticket!
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
Mlachica said:
Noisey like the new Toyos
Desertdude
Expedition Leader
SOCALFJ said:
Surflo pump
Isotherm water heater bought trough west marine
Poly Tank
I like the shower a lot...
a few observations;
Pros -
amaxing pressure and home shower feeling
great hot water supply
No set up -anyone can just turn the knobs and go
Heats while we drive ( with invertor on)
Cons-
its pricey
Not a basic system ( things could go wrong)
Takes up a large section of the inside
it is a bit hard to adjust in the begining due to blending the H & C water ( wastes water)
hard to share showers with others due to the close filtered water system
not able to use any water from a creek or can
did I say "Pricey"
In the end do I still like it----> Yes it's awesome!
What would I do over again? Stay tuned...
adventureduo
Dave Druck [KI6LBB]
How many amps are you drawing off the inverter while heating the water through the isotemp? Can you run it for very long with the engine not running? What is the inverter drawing off the truck? How long does it take to heat the tank?
Im also playing around with the idea of the submergable water heater that another member did. But it draws a ton of current.
Im also playing around with the idea of the submergable water heater that another member did. But it draws a ton of current.