Operation: Black [Archive]

NC_James

07-18-2006, 10:22 PM

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/ec3cb3a1.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/3da6e9cc.jpg

This truck is going to be spoiled until I have time to work on it. Most of the wheeling will be done on the quad.

TiredIronGRB

07-18-2006, 10:39 PM

Can the wheels :idea:

NC_James

07-18-2006, 10:47 PM

Wheels are just on until I get my lift, steelies and 35's on!

NC_James

08-10-2006, 01:27 PM

Started stripping down the 4runner today.
And this weekend will start on this thing.
Will be able to reuse most parts that I have ordered for the runner, so it should work out good. Nothing major is going to happen currently. Going to throw on some new wheels and 33x13.50r15 Swamper LTB's and using what good ones I have from the runner as spares. Also the new bumpers roll cage and dif guards will be reused. Rock sliders will be modified to fit. And the can-back may be reused.

Pics of the 4runner being stripped:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/4runner/5eeeb15f.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/4runner/e28894af.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/4runner/ed5d772b.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/4runner/1c11dc46.jpg

pplblazerdude

08-10-2006, 05:05 PM

Hmm this could be interesting. Cant wait to see the outcome. You going to sas it?

NC_James

08-10-2006, 05:18 PM

Hmm this could be interesting. Cant wait to see the outcome. You going to sas it?

Will remain IFS for awhile but that will come. I had to send my kit back to all pro and I most likely will be having a kit for this one sent. But as far as I know now I am going to keep it IFS till further notice :cry:

TiredIronGRB

08-10-2006, 05:28 PM

I thought you said you painted over the pink spraybomb :roll:

pplblazerdude

08-10-2006, 05:50 PM

NC_James

08-10-2006, 06:03 PM

I thought you said you painted over the pink spraybomb :roll:

I started to but never got the chance to finish.. hint semi truck.

NC_James

08-19-2006, 12:57 AM

Got the tube bumpers on ordering the new tires tomorrow and I will be putting rear shackles on tomorrow till I get a lift to make due till I find the time to sas it. But that is what is on the agenda this week, also sending back my old sliders and having new ones made for this truck. May also be taking the body lift off.

NC_James

08-30-2006, 11:11 PM

Here is some pics of black, sold my swampers so I got another deal from procomp and got some new rims. It looks really good does not rub on the road, tight turns, and still has a good bit of flex considering it is IFS. Going to get the lift soon, and some other mods.

Enjoy:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/OpBlack/a44d4393.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/OpBlack/de96fdd6.jpg

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/OpBlack/9b30bc67.jpg

Gordon

08-31-2006, 01:26 PM

:smokin:

Derrickalda

09-01-2006, 12:09 AM

don't you hate when you get that vomit taste in your mouth

NC_James

09-01-2006, 02:57 AM

now that was a classic haha

NC_James

09-01-2006, 03:14 AM

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/7b8fb12e.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/4a6306cf.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/8cfaf2b0.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/57a2ce9a.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/36937726.jpg

NC_James

09-03-2006, 03:32 AM

Okay so I played alittle bit on the property today and here is a poser pic for you:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/f9496fdb.jpg

Also made a custom high lift mount, which we got bored and kinda were goofing but it turned out to be pretty cool and didnt look bad at all:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/9d55af3c.jpg

NC_James

09-05-2006, 02:39 PM

The yotas first run went flawlessly more, mods to come! Here is some more pics:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/d7cdb6e8.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/b648825a.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/4ef0cb91.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/c4ddc835.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/bec5645a.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/956e08ab.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/Horse%20Creek%20Shakedown/0646ba9c.jpg

NC_James

09-19-2006, 09:49 AM

So the project has taken a turn on the slow side due to the recent events.
But... I am getting tired of not having the fun that I used to have on the harder trails.... so In about two months a loan is going to be taken out and this thing will look alot different.

Gordon

09-19-2006, 10:05 AM

Steady as she goes. Keep it between the goal posts and enjoy what each day/stage of life has in store. :wink: Sometimes if we move to quick, we miss beauty along the way. Whether it's anything from nuts & bolts, to our walk with the Lord.

Kinda why I decided to slowly build the XJ instead of buying a more complete rig. What I have learned, and the friendships & advice from all my Grace brothers/sisters has been worth more than a quick fix backed by cash.

I have spent too many years worrying about the end result instead of concentrating on the actual journey.

How 'bout some more corn dogs???? :grin:

NC_James

10-26-2006, 09:44 PM

By the looks of things black will be sased by January.

Looking at doing either a Trail gear kit or custom fabbed... also a rear lift... should be one about a 5in spring.. and also dropping in some 5.29's.

Here is what the finish product should look like.. he is running the same set up I will most likely have and he also has the same 3 in body and rear bumper..

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/DONE032.jpg

BroncoMike

11-01-2006, 10:05 AM

SWEEEEEEEET!!!!

TiredIronGRB

11-01-2006, 01:27 PM

I would go with a front driveshaft though :wink:

BJack

11-01-2006, 01:57 PM

I would go with a front driveshaft though :wink:
Bah! You and your excessive details

TiredIronGRB

11-01-2006, 02:01 PM

:oops:

r1ng3l78

11-01-2006, 02:26 PM

that was photochopped out to make it look cleaner :idea:

TiredIronGRB

11-01-2006, 02:27 PM

And lighter :wink:

NC_James

11-02-2006, 12:16 AM

I would go with a front driveshaft though :wink:

It will George! :roll:

NC_James

01-23-2007, 04:05 PM

Picking up a matching front and rear for the toyota, the 3rd :smokin:
And they are only a few miles from stoney!

Gubni

01-23-2007, 05:07 PM

So are you fixing up Derricks old Yota that you totaled?

NC_James

01-23-2007, 05:09 PM

So I totalled? It would still be here if a semi had not crossed into my lane.
I could put these on either, right now these parts are for the truck.
I have a bid also on stuff for the runner, but that build will take awhile cause it is going to be frame up. We also are going to be working on Matt's buggy in the process.

Gubni

01-23-2007, 05:16 PM

I guess I should have said "were driving when it got totaled". Either way you got the ideal about which I was talking about, just curious which one.

NC_James

01-23-2007, 05:23 PM

I am doing alittle to both, one is going to be for like the nice scenic trail rides that won't present much of a challenge and the other will be the harder stuff. The truck will be built for the Tellico and other trails, I am going to build the runner back just the way it was for now before the wreck. I sold my infiniti so I have money to play with on both. And neither are going to be a d/d. Bought a camaro for that also.

TiredIronGRB

01-23-2007, 05:53 PM

So I totalled? It would still be here if a semi had not crossed into my lane.

Looked totaled to me :?

NC_James

01-23-2007, 05:54 PM

So I totalled? It would still be here if a semi had not crossed into my lane.

Looked totaled to me :?

It is :!: :lol:
Just bringing up the fact it was not my doing and the truck drivers.

TiredIronGRB

01-23-2007, 05:58 PM

OIC

NC_James

02-03-2007, 01:49 AM

Picking up the axles for black tomorrow :smokin:

NC_James

02-06-2007, 12:23 AM

I have been very busy the past few days with the ride and everything, so I just got the chance to unload the axles that I picked up. Now the rear axle is game for anyone that wants to make a offer on it.

Bad pic of the axles:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/OpBlack/0205072312.jpg

Now before they get installed I am going to have them serviced, and new brakes, and if it is needed all new shafts etc... the gearing will be 5.29 and both will be locked... I think it will end up being a spooled rear and Detroit front.

Bluegill

02-06-2007, 05:16 AM

:smokin: It will be awesome seeing that truck with a solid front axle under it.

You've made more progress than me - my "new" rear axle is still in the bed of my truck :lol:

NC_James

04-23-2007, 02:00 PM

We put a new transmission in the truck. Went ahead and finally put a new exhaust back on it since it was running a hacksaw job for awhile. Started cleaning up the axles that are going under it, they are going next week for the gearing and the nice little add on toys. Also adding a K&N filter too it.

I had the truck sold then the guy went and bought one with IFS, stock gearing and 44's :roll: He was not looking for a wheeling rig. We saw him at the rod run with it. He was pouring in anti-freeze cause it was running hot :lol:

So why not get my butt in gear and work for a change.

Also added some Maxxis tires onto the rover.

Redman_30_06

04-24-2007, 12:51 AM

If you need any help just give me a hollar. :grin:

NC_James

04-24-2007, 01:58 AM

Will do man.
Give me a call.
I need to do some more work to the steering box, still leaks a bit and I don't want to put money into that part of it till later.

NC_James

05-11-2007, 01:08 AM

Update on black.

Be ready to see a hole new truck.... well part of one.... :twisted:

SamuraiGuyTN

05-11-2007, 02:50 PM

Pictures?

NC_James

05-14-2007, 01:34 PM

Bed and most of the front end is removed.

Axles are ready to go just need to find time to get them under.

NC_James

05-17-2007, 09:54 PM

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/sinkinitup/MVC-009S-1.jpg

This is the way the truck is as of right now.
:roll:

TiredIronGRB

05-17-2007, 10:07 PM

Another one bites the dust...

NC_James

05-17-2007, 10:16 PM

Its not dead at all. Starts up drives. Just felt like saying bye bye to some clothing.

Bluegill

05-18-2007, 03:04 AM

Dude, that truck sure has changed alot since I saw it last! :shock:

Want2Wheel

05-18-2007, 09:33 AM

O NO, she is naked. I hope you plan on putting something back on there. She is looking alot different. Keep up the pictures.

NC_James

05-18-2007, 10:20 AM

Basically what is going on the back if all goes to plan is a flat bed from a certain someone... The front wont change much except for the fact that the axles are actually ready to go under, just waiting on some extra parts.

And george the truck is fine. Just could not get rid of it so It is just going to be a cab truck.

The front end is going to get some tubing added. And autozone led's.