What do you want to build in the future? [Archive]

itbrokeagain

01-14-2010, 12:40 AM

Just curious but what are everyones future build plans? I want to put my xj on 35s for right now but eventually put bigger axles in and move up to 37or 38s. This will then either be passed down to one of the kids (oldest is seven) or sold in several years and I want to build a crew cab 6 foot flat bed Super Duty boatsided with rockwells, coilovers on all corners and at least 42s.

mckeddie

01-14-2010, 12:45 AM

in the next year or so i want to pick the kid up a yj to start building as a DD/trailrig for when he turns 16. if we start it now, we should be able to afford to build it slowly into a pretty nice rig over the next 4 years. if i wait, i'll have ot put mine on the back burner, and i can't be having that. i also would like to have a buggy done within the next couple of years.

my immediate plans for mine are to lower it 2 inches, change the front dual triangulated 4 link to a 3 link, get my new krawlers mounted up, redo the cage, tie the seats to the cage, and narrow and raise the rear frame. all of this is currently in the works.

greg

f4isvt

01-14-2010, 01:00 AM

my 89 yota with 2.5 old man emu lift, 4 runner axles, rock sliders, trail gear rear bumper, 33's, and a new rust free bed. And find another trail rig to start building.

WrenchMonkey

01-14-2010, 01:36 AM

One day:
http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb201/rmhull/MJcrewcab.jpg

...using a stock XJ rear door, and the factory MJ longbed wheelbase and frame.

Only thing stopping me is the fact that I can't STAND bodywork...

Robert

carwash

01-14-2010, 09:00 AM

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb201/rmhull/MJcrewcab.jpg

Neat... but a ***** on that departure angle... probably hangs up on speedbumps.

I'd like to build a new shop in the future.

humpy

01-14-2010, 09:05 AM

i wanna be just like tinbeater!! :D

WrenchMonkey

01-14-2010, 12:35 PM

Neat... but a ***** on that departure angle... probably hangs up on speedbumps...

Oh, it'd be way too big (and bodywork-intensive!) to ever wheel it, and too lightweight and underpowered (even with a 360 swap) to be much of a tow rig, but it'd make one Mean Macy's Machine...

Robert

KargoMaster

01-14-2010, 01:27 PM

Finish my Jeep build (we are talking distant future, right?)

Work in CW's new shop... :D

I'm also fascinated with Dana80/Rockwell hybrids...
But believe it or not, I think the next future rig will be smaller/lighter

GPER

01-14-2010, 03:40 PM

I would like to build an enclosed trailer to haul the 6x6 in / camper. Something toward an expedition build.

truk

01-14-2010, 04:36 PM

id like to add a winch bumper to my kick , then go some where wheeling it. matt

carwash

01-14-2010, 04:44 PM

I would like to build an enclosed trailer to haul the 6x6 in / camper. Something toward an expedition build.
an enclosed trailer to haul a 6x6... would that even fit down the road, height or width wise?

94Dodge Truggy

01-14-2010, 05:10 PM

an enclosed trailer to haul a 6x6... would that even fit down the road, height or width wise?

That is obtainable but will require alot of money to do so. Low deck, wide doors and something to pull it with that is substantial. My truck did not like hauling mine. Truck alone weighed 13,600 lbs. trailer was 5,800 lbs. :o Buddy bought a 5 ton dump 6x6 and a 6x6 5 ton wrecker with all rigging included to help support the 2.5 ton offroad. Nice units! :beers: Got a play date this sunday with them!

drmeece

01-14-2010, 05:31 PM

an enclosed trailer to haul a 6x6... would that even fit down the road, height or width wise?

He's talking about a polais 6X6

GPER

01-14-2010, 06:01 PM

He's talking about a polais 6X6

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v298/gperx4/Trashing%20Trails/DSCN3260.jpg

Trails are getting scarce so were not doing rockwells

carwash

01-14-2010, 06:02 PM

He's talking about a polais 6X6
oh... not near as exciting... ha!

RD TRCTR

01-14-2010, 07:17 PM

I've been wanting to put a 'Yota on portals for a while and it looks like I may get to do it in the near future.

yellowjacket

01-14-2010, 07:51 PM

I want to build a airplane. maybe a kit plane or two, then one from scratch , from blueprints. been wanting to for years. better wait till im done getting my pilots liscence first though.......

carwash

01-14-2010, 08:23 PM

I want to build a airplane. maybe a kit plane or two, then one from scratch , from blueprints. been wanting to for years. better wait till im done getting my pilots liscence first though.......
I hope it turns out better than your hacked together buggy.

94Dodge Truggy

01-14-2010, 09:53 PM

I want to build a airplane. maybe a kit plane or two, then one from scratch , from blueprints. been wanting to for years. better wait till im done getting my pilots liscence first though.......

Been thinking the same. Subaru turbo motor and lots of aluminum already on hand.

OH-cj5

01-14-2010, 10:16 PM

Been thinking the same. Subaru turbo motor and lots of aluminum already on hand.

Oh my you building a plane I can only imagine what that would look like.

carwash

01-14-2010, 10:29 PM

Oh my you building a plane I can only imagine what that would look like.
This is the post of the year... i cant stop laughing...

Nuts

01-14-2010, 11:27 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=po62xO3gOuU&feature=related

I'm wanting to build a Cummins Suburban for a tow rig.

94Dodge Truggy

01-15-2010, 07:44 AM

Oh my you building a plane I can only imagine what that would look like.

Did you see the little gyro helicopter on mad max? That was awesome!

Bear Chow

01-15-2010, 11:09 AM

I want to build a 90's Range Rover Classic Expo rig. An older RR, not the p38. I've always loved their body lines. It will need to be comfortable and road worthy. With most of the time being a highway vehicle capable of some side streets and water crossings. I want to drive it to, and on the trans-labrador highway with my wife at my side.

I suppose I need to start with a Chevy whatever and bolt a rover body to it.

GPER

01-15-2010, 12:13 PM

X2 on the expedition rig here is great site that is all about that.
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/

Bear Chow

01-15-2010, 12:56 PM

I've been crawling up and down that sight for 5 years, but I never post just dream. I also really like the advrider which is motorbike based.

Coppertop

01-15-2010, 10:53 PM

OH-cj5

01-15-2010, 11:07 PM

This is the post of the year... i cant stop laughing...

I'm sure you have seen Scotts fab skills right. Zip ties and duct tape it will work. Sorry Scott you set yourself up for this one.:beers:

94Dodge Truggy

01-16-2010, 08:17 PM

I'm sure you have seen Scotts fab skills right. Zip ties and duct tape it will work. Sorry Scott you set yourself up for this one.:beers:

Your jeep still down? :p

Nuts

01-16-2010, 08:32 PM

Your jeep still down? :p
LMAO!!!!

tjjeepjeep

01-16-2010, 10:09 PM

Well to add to this comedy in this thread. Here goes. I want to build something like this.

Now for the remainder of the funny...I don't want to pick it up at a shop already done. I want to build it.

JET455

01-16-2010, 10:17 PM

Well to add to this comedy in this thread. Here goes. I want to build something like this.

Now for the remainder of the funny...I don't want to pick it up at a shop already done. I want to build it.

Well get started!:D

OH-cj5

01-16-2010, 10:39 PM

Your jeep still down? :p

Yes but we both know its not because I can't build it's because I can't afford someone else to build it for me.:D

OH-cj5

01-16-2010, 10:40 PM

LMAO!!!!

Go back to the hood *****!:D

mossyoaktj

01-16-2010, 11:18 PM

a rat rod, with white walls, all flat black

WrenchMonkey

01-17-2010, 03:13 AM

a rat rod, with white walls, all flat black

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb201/rmhull/Black/Black05.jpg

:D:D:D

Robert

mossyoaktj

01-17-2010, 07:42 AM

http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb201/rmhull/Black/Black05.jpg

:D:D:D

Robert

thats one hella nice rat rod..:beers:

hotrod

01-17-2010, 11:43 AM

a rat rod, with white walls, all flat black

http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr87/dsljnky/P1000185.jpg

my first ride, still have it

humpy

01-17-2010, 12:24 PM

my first ride, still have it[/QUOTE]

i want one!!!!

hotrod

01-17-2010, 12:42 PM

dads is for sale

http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr87/dsljnky/288.jpg
http://i472.photobucket.com/albums/rr87/dsljnky/290.jpg

KennyTJ

01-17-2010, 03:18 PM

I'd just like my back to heal up so I can get the 1ton build going on the TJ!!!
:D

GPER

01-17-2010, 04:12 PM

I'd just like my back to heal up so I can get the 1ton build going on the TJ!!!
:D
Ron owes you one.:D

sarge

01-19-2010, 11:52 AM

My build will be starting in a month or so , I have to stop remodeling the house and save some more $$$$$ , I have to buy a new TV and then it's on :D .
I'm going to take my 99 GMC 2 door Jimmy and SAS it with a set of 79 Ford 3/4 tons on H-1's and 37's . Kicking aroud the front suspension right now. I was going to leaf it but the longer I wait I think I'm going to link it or Radius arm it ?????? I think it will be a least minute thing.... I want to keep this one street and trail . My plan is to then find an extended cab Sonoma and cut it up and make a Cab Truck on no less then 40's with Rocks or at least tons..... prolly never happen ( the second build,,,, that is) but it's always good to dream.

jfiscus

01-19-2010, 01:10 PM

and we have trouble with the bumper laws on our jeeps, how in the heck do those ratrods not have issues driving around without any bumpers at all?

RuffedUpXJ

01-19-2010, 01:34 PM

Because the cops think they are cool and so do I. I think the rule is 6" under the bumper to be legal. i had trouble with that back in my sweet ricer days and my Civic.

jfiscus

01-19-2010, 01:37 PM

Because the cops think they are cool and so do I. I think the rule is 6" under the bumper to be legal. i had trouble with that back in my sweet ricer days and my Civic.

I love em too, just know that the second I got it on the road i'd be pulled over. along with height, i believe the bumper itself has to be 4" tall and be as wide as the center of the tires or something?

i'll probably just continue building junk jeeps.

I have a CJ project if anyone is looking for a good start of a project for CHEAP.

chris_dishmon

01-19-2010, 03:58 PM

Because the cops think they are cool and so do I.

cause old guys drive those. you know cops profile. ;)

RuffedUpXJ

01-19-2010, 04:51 PM

I have seen a couple diesel rat rods that look nasty. I think that would be cool along with a diesel in a TJ for a DD with some decent mileage.

GPER

01-19-2010, 07:46 PM

cause old guys drive those. you know cops profile. ;)

That right us kids drive 4x4's:D

WrenchMonkey

01-20-2010, 01:36 AM

I love em too, just know that the second I got it on the road i'd be pulled over. along with height, i believe the bumper itself has to be 4" tall and be as wide as the center of the tires or something?

Yep, 4.5" actually. But OAC 4501-43-04-B only states a maximum height of 22" for passenger cars, no minimum.

4501-43-03-B does say the body/frame can't hit the ground, but that's it.

Robert

Nuts

01-20-2010, 07:00 AM

I have seen a couple diesel rat rods that look nasty. I think that would be cool along with a diesel in a TJ for a DD with some decent mileage.
Like this one?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpjPIj1YF0M

drmeece

01-20-2010, 08:30 AM

Thats badass

WrenchMonkey

01-20-2010, 11:01 AM

Thats badass

That is Badass, but I think I'd pick a bigger parking lot to be playing around in all that smoke...

Robert

KargoMaster

01-20-2010, 11:31 AM

That is cool, but must stink trying to look out that windshield with 1/2 the engine blocking the view... :D

I think Paul should build something deer-proof!

Sarge, three link with panhard for the front...

Flxratd

01-20-2010, 11:42 AM

people drive while texting and eating a cheese burger i think the seeing out the windsheild is overated :D isnt that why they invented airbags so you dont have to look. i will say that is one large engine in that thing.

itbrokeagain

01-20-2010, 12:19 PM

That rod is awesome! I have always wanted one also.

sarge

01-20-2010, 03:37 PM

Sarge, three link with panhard for the front...

For which rig the Jimmy or the cab truck ?

KargoMaster

01-20-2010, 06:15 PM

Jimmy... (cab truck will probably happen so far in the future - I'm certainly not saying you're lazy, it just happens, ask me how I know- that anything I suggest will be "old school" by that time...)

Just a suggestion... seems more contemporary than radius arms (but I always think *Bronco* {no offense Danny/Pete} when I think Radius Arms... not to mention leafs, but the simplicity of leafs is nice) and yet still friendly to highsteer and a steering gearbox for streetability-ish...

I'm currently trying to shove 40lbs worth of engine, (beefy) structure, exhaust, driveshaft and 4-links in a 5lbs space under the 5.0L... :evilgrin:
...while getting perfect 4-link numbers...:rolleyes:

JasonCJ7

01-20-2010, 06:17 PM

Sarge I will make you a sweet deal on an ext cab truck for your next build...

drmeece

01-22-2010, 10:45 PM

I'm going to be doing a longarm three link on the jk very soon.(parts are in the barn)

Alittle further down the line I want to put a gm 4.3 vortex in the sidekick.