Overland Journal: G-Wagen

[mk216v]

I like having two sets of tires and wheels for my primary travel vehicles. In reality, this G-Wagen is incredibly capable, even stock, so having a nice, smooth running set of ATs on a larger wheel is a bonus for photography trips and general travel. Then I can swap to the 16s for any serious excursions. We have a lift, a big shop and lots of air tools at the office - easy swap.

Plus, I really like the look of the Ashtaroths

Yeah, makes sense.

 

[mk216v]

Final modifications before the truck leaves Thor Motorworks. New factory wheels and Falken ATs (265/70 R18), new tierod ends and a laser alignment. The truck will be in Prescott tomorrow night. Will take more photos asap.

So did you paint it white or wrap it white? Was dark blue(?) before.

 

[Scott Brady]

Enjoying having the G-Wagen back in Arizona. More details of the refurbish/modifications next week.

 

[Drop]

That looks great! Really looking forward to details next week. Cheers.

 

[mk216v]

Same here Scott. :chef:

 

[Scott Brady]

Another few images from the first day back in the 'Skitt

 

[ZG]

I'd convert for it...

 

[VermontOverland]

I'd convert for it...

Dewit, Zack. Would be nice to have another G on the trails in VT!

 

[krnnerdboy]

The color schematic looks amazing. What did the respect cost? And was it a windows off restoration?

 

[krnnerdboy]

Sorry, damn spell check! I meant what did the respray cost?

 

[Scott Brady]

The color schematic looks amazing. What did the respect cost? And was it a windows off restoration?

It is a wrap. The vehicle was refurbished, not restored.

 

[grimbo]

How comprehensive is the wrap? ie how far does it go into the engine bay, interior of the vehicle? What sort of body work was/is needed to prep the body for it?
Why did you go that route vs paint?
Price, speed, ???


Just that my Patrol is getting to the stage where something needs to be done and a flat tan wrap is appealing

 

[Scott Brady]

The wrap has many advantages, but all relatively temporary. The wrap is about $2,000, while a proper respray of the G with factory paint is $5,000. A color change is $7,000.

 

[VermontOverland]

The wrap has many advantages, but all relatively temporary. The wrap is about $2,000, while a proper respray of the G with factory paint is $5,000. A color change is $7,000.

Scott, how do wraps fare in the hot AZ sun?

 

[mk216v]

Scott, how do wraps fare in the hot AZ sun?

Quite a few (w)rappers live in SW USA, no? :sombrero: