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09-27-2014, 03:23 PM | #1 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| The one and only aoshima FJ40 I'm sure this needs no real introduction... you all know of the most coolest toyota hardbodies out there...the aoshima FJ40. Want to give special thanks to Ryan (yotapane) for offering to give this badass rig up. I'm sure the pile of cash helped Anyway on to the goods...not much to start off with but I'm too excited not to share a couple photos Plans are to keep it all original, no cutting or hacking of the body...maybe a paint change I can't help but think the yellow is too toy'ish. Specs so far: -TF2 base -Single speed -Tires? -Paint...perhaps some short of tan?? Always loved tan yotas Chino springs madness!!!!! First couple things I did is strip the tires...and fix a body mount that broke during shipping..easy fix. Thats it for now my friends....feel free to offer up some ideas or inspirational photos |
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09-27-2014, 05:47 PM | #2 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the woods
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Those are some nice bodies.Nice score from Ryan-Ryan.lmao
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09-27-2014, 06:47 PM | #3 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: norcal.. The real NorCal , like 400 miles north of NorCal
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
From one Ryan to another haha...Glad it's in good hands and yes the pile of cash Definently eased the pain lol, Great rig and I know you'll take it above and beyond epic |
09-27-2014, 06:57 PM | #4 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: In the woods
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
I bet I can guess what tires will go on it.
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09-27-2014, 07:48 PM | #5 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wherever you are not
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Maybe a color like this? I think it's called Dune. I am curious, is that body on a standard TF2 chassis? I was wondering what the wheel base is. Looking great! I'll be watching this! |
09-28-2014, 03:04 AM | #6 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Arlington wa
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
nice rig forsure, ill be watching |
09-28-2014, 09:27 AM | #7 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: LOS ANGELES
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Great looking rig for sure. I also will be watching. Thanks for sharing.
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10-02-2014, 04:44 AM | #8 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: australia
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
will be watching this build for sure love the fj hard bodies
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10-02-2014, 05:54 AM | #9 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Australia
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Someone find me two of them so I can make a Troopy. Looking forward to seeing how this comes together. Cheers H2Micr0 |
10-06-2014, 03:24 PM | #10 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 Small update...not much, this will be a simple but slow process with work and college going on. The chassis is a standard TF2 and unsure of final WB. I plan on using U-bolts to move the front axle back a tad from the way I originally received it... As far as color, I got my inspiration from 1BJB's "clone to the 3rd power" and went with ModelMaster light ivory. 2 coats of duplicolor scratch primer, 2 coats of light iovory...the interior tub will be duplicolor flat black. Detail pieces done... Flat black wheels... That's all for now...enjoy! |
10-07-2014, 11:41 AM | #11 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 Pretty pleased with the color...what do you think guys? Some over spray got on the bumper...kinda looks natural, keep it or leave it? As far as the tub, I need a little help with this one...I tried using duplicolor flat black but it won't stick for the life of me. What am I doing wrong? Lack of primer, different paint, lighter coats? |
10-07-2014, 06:48 PM | #12 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Wherever you are not
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 looking good! |
10-07-2014, 06:54 PM | #13 |
RCC Addict Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Charleston South Carolina
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
For the tub, maybe its worth a shot with adhesion promoter and then use a paint for plastics only.
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10-08-2014, 01:00 AM | #14 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Minneapolis
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Looks awesome love the color. I agree adhesion promoter.
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10-08-2014, 03:25 AM | #15 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Australia
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
i can't wait to see more! |
10-14-2014, 03:20 PM | #16 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 Update! Thanks for the kind words you guys! Decided to so with the 1.55 Baja Claw and CI foams of course...lots of rubber, good for long trail rides and the occasional rock or two As for the chassis, opted for bruiser style hangers/shackles from rc4wd... Onwards to the interior!!!...Thanks to your help, I was able to get the paint to stick and added a few scale features. All nicely held in by velcro. Started mock up on the chassis...trying to get the U-bolts right. Using old style bruiser set up with hand made upper plate to accommodate the chino springs...these will eventually be painted black also. Very rough mock up with body... Stay tuned in! |
10-17-2014, 07:14 PM | #17 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Schwa
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Coming along nicely.
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10-17-2014, 08:49 PM | #18 |
Quarry Creeper Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: In the saddle...
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40
Your color selection is spot on. It reminds me of the colors you typically see on the Troopies. If you haven't posted it already, your build would be welcome on the IH8MUD forum among all the Cruiserheads. What do you intend to run for shocks? If I close my eyes I can almost imagine a set of dusty Old Man Emus. |
10-19-2014, 11:19 AM | #19 | |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 Thank you, sir! Quote:
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10-27-2014, 08:37 PM | #20 |
Rock Crawler Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Orlando
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| Re: The one and only aoshima FJ40 Update... Started on the winch mount, made it pretty simple with some derlin block and steel bar I shaped into a bumper. Next was time for mounting battery, shocks and electronics... All buttoned up, ready for trails tomorrow! See how she runs, at the very least get some cool pics Group pic! Ready to crawl |
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