My SAS Mazda B2600 Diesel Expedition project
- Thread starter Jeff@QuadShop
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Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
I got all of the unwanted brackets cut off, painted it with chassis paint and ready to install. As a bonus, I found that the Mazda drive shaft bolts right up to the pinion flange! :wings:
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
The compressor and switch are mounted...
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
Thanks! I do enjoy junkyard hunting for treasures like that axle! I bought my Leer topper out of a junkyard for $60.
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
I had to clearance my Trooper wheels to clear the larger axle center diameter of the Montero axle. A router with rabbiting bit made quick work of it.
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
Got it all mounted up today, the only things left to do are move the down brake line to the driver side of the diff, figure out the parking brake cables and weld on the passenger side shock mount.
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
Got it all finished up today...
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
I got to go out and test the new rear end with locker this weekend exploring new sections for the KAT, it did great and the new found traction is incredible!
SirCampalot
Adventurer
What a cool build! What is the story behind this time capsule? Any plans up upgrade the front diff to the montero unit as well?
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
I bought it from an estate, it only had 34,000 miles on it. My plan is to swap in a Toyota solid front axle to get rid of the IFS.
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
Nice one!
BLand Cruiser
Observer
I've owned four Mazdas. You will love that truck. Don't touch the motor!
Jeff@QuadShop
Explorer
I do love it, I've had it for about 9 years. I did however touch the motor, I swapped in a diesel and it is worlds better than the stock one!