Some of you might remember that in 2007 I started looking for a project vehicle that would be
economical and ecologically minded - and I settled on this, with a diesel makeover:
Here's the post on the recently completed diesel conversion (3.0L International turbo, put in by TLC). It's been profiled several times in Overland Journal.
And I just wanted to do an update on some cosmetics I've finally gotten around to - had the paint totally rubbed out (not bad!), the tacky 80s stripes removed (still a ghost, and some of the paint in bits was worn down to primer, but not bad), and today got the windows tinted:
It's getting there! With no cash left for paint, I think this is pretty good for a 25 year old vehicle. What's not shown is that my right front fender is still primer black (I kind of like the junkyard look) but will be painted soon. And I'll be installing a winch soon, too. For longer trips a Columbus Carbon Fiber tent and Camping Lab awning completes the setup.
Don't tell my husband Jonathan (Hanson, editor of Overland Journal) that I might cover up the ghost stripes with custom decals featuring . . . subtle leopard print and zebra. Very subtle.
Come and see it at the Overland Expo in April - it will be up front and center! (I'll be happy to schedule test drives on the Demo Course for anyone interested in the engine . . . )
