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Old 08-24-2020, 09:54 AM   #21
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Can’t wait to see those tyres on it. Will really bring the size and style to life.


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Neither can I Was thinking about the rc4wd 1/4 scale burnout axles, not really looking like yota axles but could be when modified
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Old 08-28-2020, 01:37 PM   #22
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So finally I got home and unpacked the new tires for the project Quite big compared to the 1.9 mudslingers!




Yes they are true beadlock rims but plastic... need some steel later
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Old 08-28-2020, 10:29 PM   #23
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Oh wow, This looks super cool!
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Old 08-29-2020, 12:42 AM   #24
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Damm!!! So so sweet c")
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Old 08-30-2020, 12:34 AM   #25
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Thanks! Yea now I just need an axle to mount them on
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Old 09-03-2020, 10:46 AM   #26
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This is an epic build so far, I can't wait to see the custom axles!
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Old 09-04-2020, 12:28 AM   #27
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This is an epic build so far, I can't wait to see the custom axles!
Thank you! So do I Just wish I could spend more time with the project..
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Old 09-05-2020, 02:35 AM   #28
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So this weekend I've plans to finally do some more bodywork on the cruiser BUT I also have something awsome to announce... The power source for this truck will be this engine --> https://youtu.be/RUvvOcbfKdU
Inline 4 cylinder GAS engine, size is 20cm x 9cm and will fit perfectly!
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Old 09-05-2020, 06:45 AM   #29
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So here's what I've done so far today, inner fenders.







A bit of trimming needed on the underside and then it's ready to weld

Here are some bonus pics last pictures of the wheels were pretty dark so let's try again!

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Old 09-05-2020, 07:06 AM   #30
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Great project, subscribed ...
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Old 09-05-2020, 07:37 AM   #31
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Great project, subscribed ...
Thank you sir
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Old 09-06-2020, 11:26 AM   #32
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My plans for this weekend didn't go as planned but that's life eh?
only thing I managed today was to build two solid axles so that I can start measuring out all the suspension and height of the frame/body. Also put the old weedwacker engine in there for fun because it's about the same size as the 4cyl engine that will be there later on




I've also been searching all over the net for suitable diffs for my custom axles since I thought the RC4WD axles were not really what I wanted after all. So after a lot of researching I came up with these Losi 5ive T diffs, should be coming in mail in 2 weeks or so

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Old 09-07-2020, 10:31 PM   #33
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wow, great work! i have 2 1/1 fj-40 in my yard that i keep saying will get worked on "next" ha ha.......... i better not let my wife see your build .
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Old 09-08-2020, 09:04 AM   #34
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wow, great work! i have 2 1/1 fj-40 in my yard that i keep saying will get worked on "next" ha ha.......... i better not let my wife see your build .
What?? two?? You're living my dream! give me one! haha show her just to prove you're not the only one in the world that is crazy about landcruisers

I've been stalking a few cruisers now that is up for sale on the net here in Finland but sadly I haven't got enough cash yet


Anyways, back on topic.. The engine is now ordered and should arrive maybe in a week or two if I'm lucky with all this corona flying around. but I got a bit worried when I put the truck on the scale... As it sits now, less than half the body/chassi made and 4 wheels it weighs in about 8.1kg(17.8lbs). I really hope that the little 4 pot engine can handle all the weight when it's finished or else it will just be a big chunk of screaming metaland it was 830$
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Old 09-08-2020, 12:12 PM   #35
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Here's a picture of a quick mockup with cardboard how I'm going to continue with the interior floor/gearbox tunnel. Nothing fancy but you get the idea as I can't excatly remember how the interior was in a 1/1 cruiser I have to use some half good google images. Maybe carzlutt can update me if I miss something critical
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Old 09-12-2020, 11:47 AM   #36
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Small update from todays work. Excuse the rough welding but it's not easy with such thin material




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Old 09-13-2020, 05:12 AM   #37
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a bit of front window mockup and the pillars for the roof are now in place. That's it for now, will be going on work travel tomorrow so maybe in 1-2 weeks the next update will come

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Old 09-14-2020, 04:20 AM   #38
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Great progress. The wheel tyre combo puts it in perspective for me now. Scale looks spot on.


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Old 09-15-2020, 11:20 AM   #39
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Great progress. The wheel tyre combo puts it in perspective for me now. Scale looks spot on.


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thank you for your kind words! It was just pure luck that those wheels fit as good as they do, had no idea how they would look like on the truck
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Old 09-22-2020, 10:23 AM   #40
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So finally I'm back home and here's the update you've all been waiting for I guess The engine has arrived and it is simply stunning piece of art Even included with an actual working scale radiator!





And these little packages also arrived, a little hint about a upcoming side project


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