Urban Assault Vehicle - Page 4

TrojanMan · 09-28-2005, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Puma297

good times.

I think I'm ready for that auto-show. I got some prizes from my raffle ticket, a brand new XXL tweety bird t-shirt with cigarette ash already burnt into the sleeves, and yosemite sam "BACK OFF" mud flaps.

show up in a completely stock ford explorer with mc donalds trash all over the place, you'll win fo sho!

Elliott · 10-22-2005, 06:55 PM

well after taking about every hard line through the trails today I was very impressed with the heep. The front locker exploded and took out a tooth on the ring gear last week so I am currently open up front but got some brand new Yukons for FREEEEE. I walked up just about everything but had a little trouble on Rocky Mtn Loop only because that toothpick of a tierod decided to pretzel up on me.

taking the hard line

and what resulted

after winching it forward and bottle jacking it up it was good to go and got me home. Can you say Currie steering? I will have more pics later but am at my parents house and they live in the dial-up era, it sucks.

Kraqa · 10-22-2005, 07:00 PM

a good trail fix for that is to drive into a rock. it pushes the tie rod back straight again.
dont' ask how i know.

Elliott · 10-22-2005, 08:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kraqa

a good trail fix for that is to drive into a rock. it pushes the tie rod back straight again.
dont' ask how i know.

actually i tried that, i ran into the problem of it getting pushed into the diff and down even lower. like i said we winched it forward, and bottle jacked it up. Didn't even get DW on the way home.

sliders saved my ass again

some ugly canuck bumper back there.

ATL ZJ · 10-23-2005, 04:04 PM

Looks like a fun time. That little tie rod is so cute.

Deltron · 10-23-2005, 07:25 PM

Nice work on the tierod, hate i didn't get a chance to tear mine up...but hey I got to work all weekend! im so lucky. Who all went?
peace out bitch

MendoZJ · 10-25-2005, 03:42 PM

Nice pics, currie is a good upgrade choice.

Elliott · 11-05-2005, 09:41 PM

Just got back and wow it was one hell of a day. The group we went out with day did not fair so well. All in all ended up with 2 busted shafts, 1 destroyed driveshaft, body damage left and right, and my busted tcase. After high centering on a rock i smacked into a massive rock, bent my skid plate and crossmember and seperated the two halves of the transfer case. Onto the pics.

SuRf 092 · 11-05-2005, 10:13 PM

I see my choice of giving my WJ a rest after being in the shop for 2 days was a good idea...I'm sure you'll have your ZJ back up and running in no time.

Cue-Ball · 11-06-2005, 12:00 AM

Unfortunately I know all about dial-up, it really does suck ass.

I live up in the middle of the mountains and so dial-up and satalitte TV are my only options.

LouisianaZJ · 11-06-2005, 12:36 AM

stock "skid plate" = POS 20ga sheetmetal good for skidding across paved roads
get a HD skid plate or something, even crusty's junk aint that bad.. i have a crusty's skid, it is 3/16"

get some protection on the diffcover

P.S.
clear corners > *******

that is all

Cue-Ball · 11-06-2005, 12:41 AM

I agree, a real TC skid is important.

Elliott · 11-06-2005, 12:45 AM

still deciding on what route to take with the skid, build one vs. buy one from kevin, rusty, etc. As for the front diff I'm surprised at the kind of hits it took without phasing it. Regardless another BTF cover is in my near future.

oh and don't be hatin on my clear cawhnuhs yo, they be matchin my blingin silver interior.

Cue-Ball · 11-06-2005, 12:53 AM

I got clear corners also.

Cue-Ball · 11-06-2005, 12:54 AM

Oh and I say just build a skid for the TC.

TrojanMan · 11-06-2005, 01:04 AM

drive home?

Cue-Ball · 11-06-2005, 01:07 AM

When it is time to get the TC back together be sure to hit me up for some fluids for it.

benzj · 11-06-2005, 09:37 PM

Nice work Elliot! Poppin' the cherry!

BMRisko · 11-06-2005, 09:41 PM

Just reinforce the stock skid with some plate outlining it and some reinforcing members in the middle. I'd go snap some pics of how I did mine, but, um its somewhere in NC now.

Oh, and I guess I won't be buying that 242 from ya!

Elliott · 11-06-2005, 11:55 PM

Brandon, you can have whatevers left of it.... so the bezel and the linkage.

Reinforcing the stock skid may work but it will probably be just as cost effective to build a new one or buy one aftermarket.

The good news: My new steering held up fine.

BMRisko · 11-07-2005, 01:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Puma297

Brandon, you can have whatevers left of it.... so the bezel and the linkage.

Reinforcing the stock skid may work but it will probably be just as cost effective to build a new one or buy one aftermarket.

The good news: My new steering held up fine.

Actually, I may be interested in the input shaft if its not FUBARed. Guess it all depends on what I end up getting a 242 out of. Well, I guess since you have a 4.0, the input shaft could vary from the 5.2 anyways.

It may be as cost effective to build a new one, but it also may be easier to reinforce the old one if it isnt bent too badly. Basically, if you look at the t-case side of the plate there is a groove that runs along the perimeter. I took some 1/4" plate (maybe 3-4" wide) and welded it into this groove all the way around. Then I used some of the plate to cover the drain plug access hole and also added a few cross braces to brace the plate that was around the perimeter. I basically had the entire jeep parked on this at one point and it didn't even flinch. Cheap, easy and effective. Ofcourse, not as cool as making a new one all together.

Elliott · 11-17-2005, 01:49 AM

no real upgrades, still wheeling the hell out of it every chance i get. i figured i'd post this pic up of the GF's hind end for all you loser pervs (i.e. Trojanman, XJ Matt, etc.

)

Cue-Ball · 11-17-2005, 01:54 AM

So what did you do for a TC?

Elliott · 11-17-2005, 02:17 AM

The 242 is still holding up. it was not as badly damaged as i originally thought after last time out. Its mostly the seal that was leaking. A combination of unibody twisting and insane temperature fluctuations is taking a toll on the tranny/tcase seals and every so often i'll come out to a red puddle under the jeep.

These problems will be solved this winter, i've been doing alot of reading up on D300's.

zjeepin · 11-17-2005, 11:37 AM

puma, i've gota 300 i need to get rid of PM me

10-22-2005, 06:55 PM	#77
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: My work in progress... well after taking about every hard line through the trails today I was very impressed with the heep. The front locker exploded and took out a tooth on the ring gear last week so I am currently open up front but got some brand new Yukons for FREEEEE. I walked up just about everything but had a little trouble on Rocky Mtn Loop only because that toothpick of a tierod decided to pretzel up on me. taking the hard line and what resulted after winching it forward and bottle jacking it up it was good to go and got me home. Can you say Currie steering? I will have more pics later but am at my parents house and they live in the dial-up era, it sucks. __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior. Last edited by Elliott; 12-18-2006 at 02:32 AM.

10-22-2005, 07:00 PM	#78
Kraqa Pinch Yo Sack Pimp MallCrawlin Supporter MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Langley, BC Posts: 3,655 Rep Power: 76	Re: My work in progress... a good trail fix for that is to drive into a rock. it pushes the tie rod back straight again. dont' ask how i know. __________________ Disturbed Industries High performance Toyota Drivetrain / Powertrain Ryan 604 835 9699 Big Country Customs www.BigCountryCustoms.com BCC Off Road Race Team Toyo Tires Canada www.toyotires.com

10-23-2005, 04:04 PM	#80
ATL ZJ Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 4,648 Rep Power: 98	Re: My work in progress... Looks like a fun time. That little tie rod is so cute.

10-23-2005, 07:25 PM	#81
Deltron Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 258 Rep Power: 25	Re: My work in progress... Nice work on the tierod, hate i didn't get a chance to tear mine up...but hey I got to work all weekend! im so lucky. Who all went? peace out bitch __________________ "And yet The Idea had more legs than your typical pot-inspired idea. It did not involve a second Twinkie inside the first one." -Rolling Stone

10-25-2005, 03:42 PM	#82
MendoZJ Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 48 Rep Power: 0	Re: My work in progress... Nice pics, currie is a good upgrade choice. __________________ 84" Chevy K20 Long Bed-7 inch lift-38x12.50 TSL's-D60/14 bolt-Locked front and rear 94' Jeep ZJ, 5.2 liter, 6in JKS/Rubicon Lift, 33 in Trxus MT's, Rear Lock-rite..ect. (Sold) "I Love The Sound Of 4 LO In The Morning" -----------------------------------------

11-05-2005, 09:41 PM	#83
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: My work in progress... Just got back and wow it was one hell of a day. The group we went out with day did not fair so well. All in all ended up with 2 busted shafts, 1 destroyed driveshaft, body damage left and right, and my busted tcase. After high centering on a rock i smacked into a massive rock, bent my skid plate and crossmember and seperated the two halves of the transfer case. Onto the pics. __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior.

11-05-2005, 10:13 PM	#84
SuRf 092 Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 85 Rep Power: 20	Re: My work in progress... I see my choice of giving my WJ a rest after being in the shop for 2 days was a good idea...I'm sure you'll have your ZJ back up and running in no time.

11-06-2005, 12:00 AM	#85
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: My work in progress... Unfortunately I know all about dial-up, it really does suck ass. I live up in the middle of the mountains and so dial-up and satalitte TV are my only options. __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-06-2005, 12:36 AM	#86
LouisianaZJ Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Louisiana Posts: 2,148 Rep Power: 48	Re: My work in progress... stock "skid plate" = POS 20ga sheetmetal good for skidding across paved roads get a HD skid plate or something, even crusty's junk aint that bad.. i have a crusty's skid, it is 3/16" get some protection on the diffcover P.S. clear corners > ***** that is all __________________ XJ CURB CRAWLER: 4.0l, 36's, 6" body lift**

11-06-2005, 12:41 AM	#87
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: My work in progress... I agree, a real TC skid is important. __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-06-2005, 12:45 AM	#88
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: My work in progress... still deciding on what route to take with the skid, build one vs. buy one from kevin, rusty, etc. As for the front diff I'm surprised at the kind of hits it took without phasing it. Regardless another BTF cover is in my near future. oh and don't be hatin on my clear cawhnuhs yo, they be matchin my blingin silver interior. __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior.

11-06-2005, 12:53 AM	#89
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: My work in progress... I got clear corners also. __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-06-2005, 12:54 AM	#90
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: My work in progress... Oh and I say just build a skid for the TC. __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-06-2005, 01:07 AM	#92
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: My work in progress... When it is time to get the TC back together be sure to hit me up for some fluids for it. __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-06-2005, 09:37 PM	#93
benzj Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Conway, SC Posts: 104 Rep Power: 0	Re: My work in progress... Nice work Elliot! Poppin' the cherry! __________________ CUMMINS.

11-06-2005, 09:41 PM	#94
BMRisko Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Chattanooga, TN -- Huntsville, AL Posts: 604 Rep Power: 32	Re: My work in progress... Just reinforce the stock skid with some plate outlining it and some reinforcing members in the middle. I'd go snap some pics of how I did mine, but, um its somewhere in NC now. Oh, and I guess I won't be buying that 242 from ya! __________________ "If I had it my way, I'd have every girl sent to North Carolina to learn to talk and smile with that southern accent that drives me wild." -- Hank Williams Last edited by BMRisko; 11-06-2005 at 09:44 PM.

11-06-2005, 11:55 PM	#95
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: My work in progress... Brandon, you can have whatevers left of it.... so the bezel and the linkage. Reinforcing the stock skid may work but it will probably be just as cost effective to build a new one or buy one aftermarket. The good news: My new steering held up fine. __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior.

11-17-2005, 01:49 AM	#97
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: White Lightning drag strip twin turbo ZJ!!! no real upgrades, still wheeling the hell out of it every chance i get. i figured i'd post this pic up of the GF's hind end for all you loser pervs (i.e. Trojanman, XJ Matt, etc. ) __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior. Last edited by Elliott; 12-18-2006 at 02:37 AM.

11-17-2005, 01:54 AM	#98
Cue-Ball The Oil Dude MallCrawlin Vendor Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Napa, Ca. Posts: 4,697 Rep Power: 74	Re: White Lightning drag strip twin turbo ZJ!!! So what did you do for a TC? __________________ www.4x4oil.com Your #1 Source for Amsoil Lubricants Lube it or Loose it! www.myspace.com/4x4oil Get all the latest information on Zach Yost at his NEW website HERE

11-17-2005, 02:17 AM	#99
Elliott Caucasian Sensation MallCrawlin Supporter Staff Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: CO Posts: 3,610 Rep Power: 89	Re: White Lightning drag strip twin turbo ZJ!!! The 242 is still holding up. it was not as badly damaged as i originally thought after last time out. Its mostly the seal that was leaking. A combination of unibody twisting and insane temperature fluctuations is taking a toll on the tranny/tcase seals and every so often i'll come out to a red puddle under the jeep. These problems will be solved this winter, i've been doing alot of reading up on D300's. __________________ Facebook is designed to grab a segment of the population who is, for a variety of reasons, prone to addictive behavior. Or, they are inclined to acts of narcissism, exhibitionism, and social competition. It has been said that there is a segment of the population that is in a state of perpetual adolescence. Lacking confidence, they are inclined to acts of attention-getting. Facebook encourages and rewards this sort of behavior.

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