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MartyBigTuna · 01-03-2012, 09:37 PM

Got a few updates, hood bars are in, radiator tacked in.

Made some tabs for the front shocks and got them tacked in

MartyBigTuna · 01-03-2012, 09:40 PM

Also started working on the exhaust. I'm gonna see how the strait pipe works out and if I hate it I will add a muffler later on.

MartyBigTuna · 01-03-2012, 09:46 PM

So what do you guys think about mounting batteries like this. I'm trying to find a location that is easily accessible but out of the way as much as possible. I like it but don't know if there are any major reasons I shouldn't do it. They are going to be optima yellows btw.

offroadman1973 · 01-04-2012, 04:43 PM

do you have any pics on how you mounted your seats? i just got some corbeau seats and need ideas!

MartyBigTuna · 01-04-2012, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by offroadman1973

do you have any pics on how you mounted your seats? i just got some corbeau seats and need ideas!

I will put some pics up tonight.

noahfecks · 01-04-2012, 06:24 PM

The optimas can be mounted in any orientation so that will work. The only thing you might consider is getting the weight down lower. I moved a bunch of weight down and toward the center in version 1.2 of my rig and it made a remarkable difference. It was noticably more stable and I could drive it off it's side because the weight was down so low. Progress looks good

MartyBigTuna · 01-04-2012, 08:44 PM

Here's how I have my floor setup. I used ruff stuff's seat belt tabs to mount my seats and seat belts in double shear.

Had to drill the tabs on the seats to make them fit, and I used some 1/2" bolts with cotter pins holding them in place so the whole thing can come out really easy.

MT4Runner · 01-04-2012, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MartyBigTuna

Here's how I have my floor setup. I used ruff stuff's seat belt tabs to mount my seats and seat belts in double shear.

Had to drill the tabs on the seats to make them fit, and I used some 1/2" bolts with cotter pins holding them in place so the whole thing can come out really easy.

Details look a lot like mine. No complaints here 3 years later.

Looking good--keep it up!

offroadman1973 · 01-05-2012, 06:27 AM

thanks for the seat mount pics! looks clean and simple!

ColoradoToy91 · 01-05-2012, 01:26 PM

what headlights are you using?

MartyBigTuna · 01-05-2012, 01:40 PM

They are KC slimlight series driving lights. It's a tight fit on the driver side because of the whinch lever for free spooling, but it fits perfect. I think Hella also sells some sort of slim light.

01-04-2012, 04:43 PM	#29 (permalink)
offroadman1973 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 128643 Location: south texas Posts: 478	do you have any pics on how you mounted your seats? i just got some corbeau seats and need ideas! __________________ 4 wheel parts

01-04-2012, 06:24 PM	#31 (permalink)
noahfecks noob Join Date: Jan 2006 Member # 66544 Location: Grand Junction, CO Posts: 686	The optimas can be mounted in any orientation so that will work. The only thing you might consider is getting the weight down lower. I moved a bunch of weight down and toward the center in version 1.2 of my rig and it made a remarkable difference. It was noticably more stable and I could drive it off it's side because the weight was down so low. Progress looks good __________________ El Destructo! I void warranty's!!! Team Rock Limo F-Toy #F002 Yukon gear/Randy's Ring & Pinion, Trail Gear, BFGoodrich Tires, RuffStuff, 12 Volt Guy

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offroadman1973 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 128643 Location: south texas Posts: 478	thanks for the seat mount pics! looks clean and simple! __________________ 4 wheel parts

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ColoradoToy91 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Member # 108480 Location: Colorado Posts: 740	what headlights are you using? __________________ Formula 4 build in progress:D

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01-03-2012, 09:37 PM	#26 (permalink)
MartyBigTuna Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 187257 Location: Lincoln CA Posts: 31	Got a few updates, hood bars are in, radiator tacked in. Made some tabs for the front shocks and got them tacked in

01-03-2012, 09:40 PM	#27 (permalink)
MartyBigTuna Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 187257 Location: Lincoln CA Posts: 31	Also started working on the exhaust. I'm gonna see how the strait pipe works out and if I hate it I will add a muffler later on.

01-03-2012, 09:46 PM	#28 (permalink)
MartyBigTuna Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 187257 Location: Lincoln CA Posts: 31	So what do you guys think about mounting batteries like this. I'm trying to find a location that is easily accessible but out of the way as much as possible. I like it but don't know if there are any major reasons I shouldn't do it. They are going to be optima yellows btw.

01-04-2012, 08:44 PM	#32 (permalink)
MartyBigTuna Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 187257 Location: Lincoln CA Posts: 31	Here's how I have my floor setup. I used ruff stuff's seat belt tabs to mount my seats and seat belts in double shear. Had to drill the tabs on the seats to make them fit, and I used some 1/2" bolts with cotter pins holding them in place so the whole thing can come out really easy.

01-05-2012, 01:40 PM	#36 (permalink)
MartyBigTuna Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 187257 Location: Lincoln CA Posts: 31	They are KC slimlight series driving lights. It's a tight fit on the driver side because of the whinch lever for free spooling, but it fits perfect. I think Hella also sells some sort of slim light.