What have you done to your rig today?

[DaveInDenver]

Entirely subjective observation. The number of threads showing, the wear ring on the top of the mount, inability to see the grommet under the washer.

Fox's reply would fall under CYA commentary, IMO. Fail to see how bottoming out or over extending a shock that was fasten to their specs not just as easily snap off the stud. Sure there would be ever so slightly more constant pressure, but who uses their shocks as bump stops or limit straps in the first place?


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I think the tighten them until the squish is SOP...






...for rubber grommets. IIRC the ones supplied with Fox shocks is more akin to polyurethane or the like. Would definitely not tighten something like that down until it squishes.
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Bushings that I got from FOX are just plain rubber.

For comparison the FSM for my truck on stock shocks lists that nut at 15 ft-lb, which I can't compare in this case to judge because FOX supplied a nyloc nut. So trying to use a torque wrench would of course be misleading.

Another subjective measurement, this is what Monroe says.

Installing Shock Stem Mounts

Each type of stem mount – shouldered stem and straight stem – has a specific installation procedure to follow for a successful shock installation.

www.monroe.com

So I guess I don't understand how is it a CYA suggestion? What failure are they trying to cover themselves from? It seems they're all trying to say *not* to squish them like SOP.

 

[J1000]

Installed a Nomad upgraded valve body in my 100. Thing shifts like a BMW now!

Made a huge friggin mess

 

[WVU fan]

Got a front bumper! Victory 4x4. Wasn’t on the list for this year but bonked the original bumper pretty good on “Blow off work and go wheelin” run so it was a sign form the Off Road Gods. Gotta figure out a dryer vent cover tho as it has a lot of clearance. Also got a full size spare thanks to the Labor Day sale at Stevinson on their already lower online pricing

 

[DomOfTheDead]

First I went to the rally to look at all the cool parts and trucks. Then, Installed new unit bearings and hubs on the taco. Thanks to @DaveInDenver for the help w parts sourcing. Also new outer tie rods. Rotated the tires. Adjusted coilovers to even it out and will get the truck to Lakewood brake and alignment this week for alignment. Got to use my newly re-handled hammers thanks to the might @allen.wrench . Still have a mystery clunk but now I know it's not the wheel bearings.

 

[allen.wrench]

Glad to help out @DomOfTheDead 😁👍 when there's a chance you'll have to remind me the hammers' names

My offer stands to help other friends who need a rehandled hammer, axe, pick, or other striking tool. I might even be persuaded into doing a shovel or hoe (the garden tool) if someone would like to try. Just can't promise an extremely fast turnaround. I really like the process of rehandling. Especially for friends and family. Unfortunately "paying the bills" and other priorities take my attention on the fast turnaround front, lol. Hope that makes sense.

Allen

 

[SteveH]

Bolted on the ARB I got from Paul (BritKLR) last weekend. Fit well, very stout. The old style lets my turn signals show through, as I had hoped. I did not have to remove any bumper brackets (as I read years ago). Tried to straighten it, and made a little progress, but may borrow a porta-power and a stout tree and try some more.

 

[RayRay27]

Who wants to have a U-Joint party?

 

[RayRay27]

Straight from the middle east! Two new OEM turn signals. Toyota says theses have been discontinued for the US 80 but I found some replacement ones on PartsSouq. Paid more for shipping then I wanted to but damn they look tight yo!

 

[zombie2hundo]

New to the forum and the area. Not sure if this counts but I installed some ceiling winches to take the RTT on and off as needed.

 

[HDavis]

New to the forum and the area. Not sure if this counts but I installed some ceiling winches to take the RTT on and off as needed.

Welcome! It counts. Thats a cool 200.

 

[J1000]

Got some sweet new wheels and another set of the best tires

Of course since it's a 100 I need to get special center caps for the front wheels

 

[simps80]

Nothing but I made a set of nesting tables
I made a set for my patio then my friend said he wanted one
Meh
Wayfair is way cheaper and faster

But at least you can put a transmission on top of one of these if you needed to

How does it go..
Grinder and paint make me the welder I ain’t

 

[Johnny Utah]

Scott and crew at AA Performance Muffler fixing up the exhaust on the 80 today. @Hulk, Scott said he is going to be working on yours soon and is going to reinforce the Y pipe on mine to prevent it from breaking.

 

[Telly]

Finally got around to installing the new OEM cat back exhaust on my 84 FJ60 last weekend. I purchased this back in April in that free shipping/20% sale deal...delivered for only $198 bucks! Decided to cleanup the frame and paint prior to the install. Highly recommend using Corroseal rust neutralizer prior to top coat. Works very well to encapsulate any surface rust. I plan to spray the inside of the frame with Eastwood Internal Frame Coating next year because I need a break from crawling under vehicles.

 

[Cruisertrash]

@Telly got a part number on that exhaust? Looks great.

 

[Telly]

I'll snap a pic of the receipt when I get home.

 

[fjc man]

I installed the grab handle I picked up at the Rally. The co-pilot will now have something to hang onto.

 

[Telly]

@Cruisertrash Here are the part numbers for the FJ60 OEM replacement exhaust
Exhaust Pipe Assembly: 17430-61170
Isolator Cushions x 2: 17567-61030
Exhaust Flange Donut Gasket: 90917-06056-J

 

[zombie2hundo]

A very important truck mod. Finally got the garage door raised to 9ft.

Instagram

www.instagram.com

 

[fyffer]

So about 2 weeks ago, to burp front brakes recently installed. Lifted the Rig and discovered a broken leaf.
I pulled the ER brake hard and felt a pop and lever was spoungy. Time to check rear brakes that I had changed just before CM -22 ( Carquest shoes).
Well hell, good thing I did and the pictures tell the story. Cleaned and I did put some grease in the Bell housing, removed and added new wheel cylinders. New brake shoes from O’reillys, Identical to previuos installed except for the hardwear (not Good). So I had to sift through my garbage can full of grass and leaves to use, Not fun at all, pieces are small. Assembled and checked ER brake, Good.
I can’t/won’t test them in real situation until I take it to replace the Alcan front Springs.