FJ60 Build

[brokenparts]

So the order of business Tues night was to get the alignment done and get my heavier main coilover springs on. Without a proper car lift things got interesting getting the springs on. I dont know how the heck I got them on in the first place.

First Mike (boots) explained to me in great detail on how to set up the "alignment" bars that we made and how they work... and after about 10 mins of his detailed explanations the info finally sunk in and I understood what we were doing. lol








Next was the main springs. With a 3 link, the axle moves laterally in an arc depending on compression or droop. Since the new main springs were a bit taller than the previous set up that meant that the axle shifted to the frame side panhard mount. This meant that the panhard had to be removed and lengthed to compisate for the added ride height ( sad about this). After a few hairy moments we got the springs back on but the axle was difficult to move because the wheels on the floor jacks were bound up.


SOOOOO.... I got to use my new tool:





Great little winch and I can see it being handy for a variety of things.

also got my new dash completed although I'm still not happy with it. I wish I had a mill.

[Jason M]

When are you going to unbolt the front spring hangers???

[brokenparts]

Originally Posted by Jason M

When are you going to unbolt the front spring hangers???

Lol. Cutting those things is like cutting an umbilical cord.

It will happen its just that they make such an easy point to set jacks under that I haven't got to it yet. Those and my retarded square tube sliders are on the cut list soon. I feel better about cutting them now that the alignment and spring rates are done.



I am also in the process of getting it on a dyno to do some tuning on the powerjection 3. I'm really not concerned about how much power it is making but more interested in getting a good tune that won't have trouble starting during "snow wheeling" season.

[MT TUBEKRAFTER]

Man every time your build pops up I just kick my self in the ASS for sellin mine!!!!!!

Its lookin so good and sounds tough as hell!!! I am seriously jealous!!!!!

[brokenparts]

Drove her home today... Far from being done but it was really nice to be on the road again.

[tomota]

I bet it was a fun drive.

[brokenparts]

Originally Posted by tomota

I bet it was a fun drive.

yes, it was fun... not something that I would want as a commuter though. Full hydro on the street can get interesting. Doable but interesting.

[brokenparts]

Went and fetched some propane...

[73FJBUGGY]

Originally Posted by brokenparts

Drove her home today... Far from being done but it was really nice to be on the road again.

Glad to see you get the 60 on the road again. It is a great feeling to finally get a build on the road/trail.

[slobuild57]

Originally Posted by 73FJBUGGY

Glad to see you get the 60 on the road again. It is a great feeling to finally get a build on the road/trail.

Werd!! Congrats on getting it rolling...I bet it feels great.

[brokenparts]

overall I'm pretty happy. It sits a bit taller than I had hoped for but I'm not going to change anything for awhile. I just want to enjoy it this summer. Hydro Brakes work great with zero issues with steering, steering works good, burns rubber REALLY well (although I need a traction bar)... cant wait to get it out on the trail. Just started on the wheel well voids and the bumpers this morning.

my littles are happy too

[brokenparts]

As crazy as this might sound but one of my most prized possessions in life is most likely going to be up for sale. Yes, I mean big blue. Circumstances in my life are changing right now and I am more than likely going to need to part with her in favor of DD type of vehicle.

I have yet to determine a price because of the build nature of my 60 but I will get a price once a get a chance to sit down and add up some of the value of parts. I am open to all offers and trades at this point. This is not set in stone yet but is a likely scenario. I understand I will never re-coup the cost of what I have into it so my expectations on a trade or price are realistic.

Please PM me with interest/trades.

Zach

[cruiser_moby]

Really bummed to hear this. I miss my 62 and it's myriad of projects every day. I hope everything works out for the best.

[brokenparts]

Here is a basic break down on parts used on the build. I was pretty conservative on pricing and did include things like shipping, labor, blood, sweat, tears.... Prices may be low in some areas or high in others. I'm not trying to make an exact price break down but something close. There is a ton that I am probably missing.


front axle
dana 60 $1,000.00
superior 35 spline outers $500.00
bobby long u joints $340.00
ten factory inners $500.00
great lakes offroad diff cover $110.00
Arb $700.00
4.88s $-
Greaseable External Drive Flanges $100.00
braided extended brake lines $-
1410 yoke $100.00

Rear Axle
Dana 70 $200.00
Detroit locker $475.00
Great Lakes offroad Diff cover $110.00
braided extended brake lines $-
1410 yoke $110.00

Drivetrain
Rebuilt th-400 $500.00
NWF doubler $650.00
203/205 clocked nearly flat $250.00
TMR rear support mount $100.00
High Angle Flanged Drive lines $1,500.00
Art Carr Shifter $225.00
Offroad design shift rails $100.00
NWF triple stick kit $350.00

Suspension
3-link
2 5/8th" .500 DOM lower links $200.00
1/4 square upper $-
Ballistic Fab 3.0 joints/bushed $300.00
14" FOA triple Rate coilovers (Front) with springs $1,200.00
63" Chevy rears with pro-comp add a leafs $200.00
14" FOA shocks that can be used as coilovers in the future
Misc Ballistic Fab brackets $-

Engine/fuel
Chevy Big Block 454/recent rings/hone/etc
bored .30 over $2,500.00
decked block .
compression ~ 9.5/1
049 heads that have been shaved and pocket ported
2.19 1.88 stainless valves
Edlebrock performer 2 machined and ported to fit block $180.00
Speedway ceramic headers $150.00
MSD HEI distributor/plug wires $150.00
Comp cams 4x4 262 cam
Comp cam Roller tip rockers $100.00
Powerjection 3 tunable fuel injection $1,750.00
Summit street and strip muffler $40.00
20 gallon Summit fuel cell $249.00
1 litre surge tank $90.00
Holley Red lift pump $100.00
Professional Products "blue" fuel injection pump $-
Braided fuel lines $-

Glowshift Guages
Oil pressure $50.00
Tranny temp $50.00
Fuel $50.00
RPM $50.00
Water Temp $50.00
Volt meter $50.00
Vacuum $50.00

Misc
DOM crossember for doubler
DOM Shock hoops
HREW Front seat mount/shifter console
HREW Fuel Cell/shock hoop
Dakota Digtal Fan Controller $120.00
Taruas Cooling fan $50.00

Hydraulics/Steering/Braking
Hydroboost unit ported by Vanco $450.00
PSC steering resevoir $194.00
PSC steering cooler $75.00
POS steering Ram (full hydro steering) $275.00
POS Orbital $450.00
mostly braided lines
PSC power steering pump $190.00
tranny cooler $150.00

wheels/tires
Re-centered H1 rims $750.00
42" pitbull Rockers $1,900.00

Total $20,083.00

So I suppose that is my asking price since I know that is what I have in parts? Does that sound reasonable to you guys before I officially post it for sale? I want to be realistic... honesty is not going to hurt my feelings. I just dont know where to begin pricing this thing.

[Odin K30]

Sorry to see this up for sale.
Even more sorry to tell ya, if you must sell it expect to get 50-70% of your $$ back.
Fact is, the economy still sucks and to sell anything in a reasonably quick fashion you will take a hard hit on the asking price.

[brokenparts]

Originally Posted by Odin K30

Sorry to see this up for sale.
Even more sorry to tell ya, if you must sell it expect to get 50-70% of your $$ back.
Fact is, the economy still sucks and to sell anything in a reasonably quick fashion you will take a hard hit on the asking price.

Yeah, I don't expect to get that back by any means. I am trying to be realistic about my asking price.

[rugburn]

Dude.....I know what you are going thru

[dog walker]

That thing is totally bad ass, but I would'nt even know how to price it in this day... All I can say is that in the last 5 years I have let what I thought to be 20K plus rigs go for under 10K. It just is what it is, hate saying that though. But you never know, I have seen some sell for what they are worth. Good luck.

[MTMudpuppy]

I just saaw this for sale on CL. I had to read the build! GLWS

[brokenparts]

Workin on a way to keep her... Keep your fingers crossed for me fellas.

[rajincajingt]

Originally Posted by brokenparts

Workin on a way to keep her... Keep your fingers crossed for me fellas.

do it.

[georgecrowell]

Did you ever watch a TV show and get to the series finale and say what the f$%#*$! f#$%....That's how I felt when I got to the last page of your build. I found this build through google "blue bomber fj60" cause that's what I'm calling my fj60 (all stock) and wanted to see if anybody else had one out there named that. Although it will never be as big and awesome as this one...It's a hoot to cruise around in. Sell a kidney already and keep this thing!!!

[brokenparts]

Cruiser has been sold. Just waiting for check to clear.


The good news is that the new owner is going to take over this thread so that we can all see it go to its full completion. I'll let him chime in when he is ready.

[kling-on]

Sad day... But I understand since I did the same

[brokenparts]

Goodbye my old friend: