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Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2012 3:27 pm
by DOUG
We're neck deep into winter project season (at least for me). Here's my list, and my progress:

Install Poison Spyder full length corners. (gotta protect the tub)
Install Sniper Fab steel tube flares.
Remove seats, console, storage box, cage and factory roll bar, prep tub for some sort of lining.
Line tub.
I purchased a HP Dana 60 that has been converted to a rear axle (similar to Ryan). Need to narrow it, build it, and install it.
Remove rear bumper, and rocker protection. Sandblast and paint.
Install new motor mounts.
Clock T-case and install flat skid.
This list will grow I'm sure... 8-)

What we've done...

PS corners are on, awaiting flares. Will position flares, then remove corners and weld on flares.
Interior is out with the exception of the cage and bar. Need a nice warm day to roll the Jeep out of the garage to apply bed liner. (may be waiting untill spring :roll: )
Working on the rear axle, grinding what remains of the brackets that the PO removed. Spool and gear set have been ordered. Need to figure out brakes soon.
Rear bumper and rocker protection will be removed soon, then off to the blaster along with the factory bar.
Motor mounts will be installed after that, along with clocking the T-case and new skid (skid is here).

That's it so far, pics will follow soon.

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2012 6:07 pm
by Frank
The corners look great !Flares hadnt gotten there yet.Seat are gone. Pssst. Id put wheels on her if your gonna roll it any where. FjR68

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 23, 2012 6:23 pm
by DOUG
Thanks Frank. Good to see you guys today!

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2012 11:42 am
by midniteryder
Santa left 2 Clayton long arm kits under the tree for both our rigs! :banana-guitar: :music-rockout:

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2012 9:30 am
by Kurt
DOUG wrote:We're neck deep into winter project season (at least for me). Here's my list, and my progress:

Install Poison Spyder full length corners. (gotta protect the tub)
Install Sniper Fab steel tube flares.
Remove seats, console, storage box, cage and factory roll bar, prep tub for some sort of lining.
Line tub.
I purchased a HP Dana 60 that has been converted to a rear axle (similar to Ryan). Need to narrow it, build it, and install it.
Remove rear bumper, and rocker protection. Sandblast and paint.
Install new motor mounts.
Clock T-case and install flat skid.
....
That's it so far, pics will follow soon.
:banana-gotpics:

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sat Dec 29, 2012 9:01 pm
by DOUG
Kurt wrote: :banana-gotpics:
Here ya go...

Corners.
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Dana 60 all cleaned up.
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Everything removed from interior floor. (except for the leaves and pine needles LOL)
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Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 30, 2012 8:17 am
by Kurt
Looking good ;)
The corners look like they fit really well.

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:44 pm
by nostaw
All my winter upgrades are to my snow removal equipment... Jeep may get a battery if all goes well.

JW

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:54 pm
by Kodi
Transit could use a couple new tires. sigh.
Doug is hard at work on the Scrambler, and the GARAGE looks great! LOL

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 10:43 am
by DDewar53
Kodi wrote:Transit could use a couple new tires. sigh.
Doug is hard at work on the Scrambler, and the GARAGE looks great! LOL
Isn't that thing only a year old?

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 2:49 pm
by Frank
Doug : That looks alot like a portable dance floor without the seats ! FjR68

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 3:02 pm
by ArticRubi
Cool buddy! What are your plans for the cage?

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2013 5:16 pm
by Kodi
Don, the Transit is a 2010, I think the tires are stock/original. It has a lot of miles on em already. I travel. Constantly!

I think the garage is also over a year old! LOL!!!

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 2:16 pm
by DDewar53
Kodi wrote:Don, the Transit is a 2010, I think the tires are stock/original. It has a lot of miles on em already. I travel. Constantly!

I think the garage is also over a year old! LOL!!!

Time flies.

Re: Winter projects...

Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2013 3:35 pm
by mightymeglet
My winter project, start the beast. Crank the engine and let it run. That would be super!