Tina Turner

cs_drums · Post by **cs_drums** » Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:24 am

The depth of the hub that's the issue? Maybe you could use the existing arm and set it up like a 2wd Toyota torsion bar.

otter · Post by **otter** » Wed Jun 04, 2014 11:46 am

D44 hub is too tall. It would take a complete rework to get anything else to work. Not worth it in my opinion when there is other ways to do it with less work.

cs_drums · Post by **cs_drums** » Wed Jun 04, 2014 1:14 pm

So here is how I spent my lunch break pondering......

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Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Wed Jun 04, 2014 2:50 pm

Couldn't the same thing be done by cutting out the frame side pivot sleeve and installing a splined one. Then run the bar in parallel just above the exsisting tube? Then the triangles or bell curves or what ever there called could add the tortion to counter the articulation but the exsisting structure would remain intact. Only 3 parts to rework, end caps and the pivot sleeves.

Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Wed Jun 04, 2014 2:53 pm

This part. Just redo the end caps and containment tab and add the splined spuds in place of your exsisting smooth pivots.

otter · Post by **otter** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:57 pm

Bump!

SC150 · Post by **SC150** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 4:11 pm

Otter beat me to the punch...

The "Bajamobile" went to a new home today. Tina's due for a little lovin' now.

otter · Post by **otter** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 4:31 pm

Awesome. Congrats on the sale. Now we need updates. SNOWBALL!!!

Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:36 pm

Bought sold to another new owner already? Pat you going to pull a nick and buy it back too?

otter · Post by **otter** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 5:50 pm

No, he sold his white truck. Now he has cash burning a hole in his pocket.

SC150 · Post by **SC150** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 6:01 pm

How to make a snowball:

So, I've been collecting some random parts and figuring out what'll be next for Tina. I'm still trying to decide how hard core I really wanna go with this build for now. My gut feeling is to make it as comfy, safe, and easy to drive as possible. That being said getting all the power door locks, windows, weatherstripping, tailgate and AC working is first and foremost. I've been talking to CHO about a "family style" cage. IE: make it safe for now and worry about tying the engine cage in at a later date. Gonna figure out when I can drop her off for that. I'm also thinking that the spool has got to go. I'm currently trying to line up a deal for a TrueTrac for the rear.

Here's some other stuff that I'm mulling over:

-I picked up the Autofab drop center hood a while back. That will be going on ASAP. I've got the glassworks front fenders, but I'm not sure if they're gonna be too big of a flare. I may try and sell em and go with the Autofab fronts or just leave the fenders stock. The widened beams were nipping at the tires during our 500 prerun, so I'm trying to convince myself it's needed. Of course, if I do the front I can't NOT do the rear glass. I'll probably go with the Fiberwerx rears.

I picked up some LED Pod's that I'll throw on the bumper. I'm torn though. I still think I like the distance of HID's way more. May end up putting the LED's on a roof rack and do 2 HID's on the front bumper.

- I bought 4 race seats and they'll be going in as well. Fronts will be on sliders to help with rear seat access. My idea is to keep the stock rear bench when the truck's at home. I wanna build a rack for the rear race seats that incorporates the stock mechanism to throw in for prerunning.

-A big roof rack will be going on the truck as well as a modified (very beefed up) stock tiregate.

-The ride height is gonna get dropped and the rear will be getting bump stops. If I can find a good deal I'll throw bumps up front, too.

So, that's the tentative plan. I've been keeping a keen eye open for parts I need. I saved a ton of money on my last build taking my time and waiting for deals. Hard to be patient, but it adds up quick.

Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 8:48 pm

Ahh makes sence.

Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 8:53 pm

You could do a rear seat bracket similar to mine but make it for 2 seperate seats. Then. 6 access able bolts and out she comes seat belts and all. Then reverse to install the stock pins and hook . In my mind there's no quick easy way that's safe for 2 except an thick heavy rack style.

Cactus Cooler · Post by **Cactus Cooler** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 9:48 pm

SC150 wrote:How to make a snowball:

So, I've been collecting some random parts and figuring out what'll be next for Tina. I'm still trying to decide how hard core I really wanna go with this build for now. My gut feeling is to make it as comfy, safe, and easy to drive as possible. That being said getting all the power door locks, windows, weatherstripping, tailgate and AC working is first and foremost. I've been talking to CHO about a "family style" cage. IE: make it safe for now and worry about tying the engine cage in at a later date. Gonna figure out when I can drop her off for that. I'm also thinking that the spool has got to go. I'm currently trying to line up a deal for a TrueTrac for the rear.

Here's some other stuff that I'm mulling over:

-I picked up the Autofab drop center hood a while back. That will be going on ASAP. I've got the glassworks front fenders, but I'm not sure if they're gonna be too big of a flare. I may try and sell em and go with the Autofab fronts or just leave the fenders stock. The widened beams were nipping at the tires during our 500 prerun, so I'm trying to convince myself it's needed. Of course, if I do the front I can't NOT do the rear glass. I'll probably go with the Fiberwerx rears.

I picked up some LED Pod's that I'll throw on the bumper. I'm torn though. I still think I like the distance of HID's way more. May end up putting the LED's on a roof rack and do 2 HID's on the front bumper.

- I bought 4 race seats and they'll be going in as well. Fronts will be on sliders to help with rear seat access. My idea is to keep the stock rear bench when the truck's at home. I wanna build a rack for the rear race seats that incorporates the stock mechanism to throw in for prerunning.

-A big roof rack will be going on the truck as well as a modified (very beefed up) stock tiregate.

-The ride height is gonna get dropped and the rear will be getting bump stops. If I can find a good deal I'll throw bumps up front, too.

So, that's the tentative plan. I've been keeping a keen eye open for parts I need. I saved a ton of money on my last build taking my time and waiting for deals. Hard to be patient, but it adds up quick.

Its funny how it snow balls for sure, I have lot of the same ideas. Was wondering how wide your track width is ( how wide are the beams) because I am running into the same problem with glass. I ordered my front end yesterday and I have a few days to figure out the width. Really wanted 3.5", but we discussed going to 4" and now I'm thinking my glass might be a little small....... Also might be interested in your spool, what gears? I don't want to spend a bunch of money on a rear end as I am going to put a trussed 9" in it at some point, just want to finish the front end first. So thinking a spool, as I don't want to go with a true trac and then switch to a 9" ( throwing money away). .....If only we had endless amounts of cash to throw at our BRONCOs.hahaha

otter · Post by **otter** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 9:56 pm

The front is only 2 over per side. I believe it is 82" outside to outside tire. It has a 9 inch in it.

Nick · Post by **Nick** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 5:08 am

Rmc wrote: Pat you going to pull a nick and buy it back too?

You say that like it's a bad thing...

Rmc · Post by **Rmc** » Wed Jul 23, 2014 9:34 am

No, no big deal to me bro. As long as your happy that's all that's important @nick congrats. Crazy how things come full circle some times.

SC150 · Post by **SC150** » Wed Aug 13, 2014 2:05 pm

So, I ended up biting the bullet and getting all the not-fun stuff that I need for the Bronco. I ordered up a new AC compressor and clutch, door lock actuators, window buttons, rear window motor, and all the weatherstripping. Should be arriving in the next day or so, so I'll try and throw it all on over the weekend.

I did make an impulse buy while I was at it and ordered up a gallon of Desert Tan Monstaliner. I saw a Baja Bug in person that used the stuff on the whole body and I loved it. It's tough, I can roll it on myself, touch it up when need be, and it's cheap! Plan is to keep the bottom trim and shell black and do the tan on the rest of the truck. I may add a little old school "flair" to the color scheme, but that'll be decided later. I attached a photo of a bronco with it on, and a close up of the texture. Should be cool and a little different.

Some bigger mods are on the way. Gonna mount up the front fenders and hood before paint and pull the bedsides. Also gonna be doing a very simple roof rack and gonna try and mount and reinforce the spare tire carrier. Seats and center console, some rubber floor matting and other little goodies and she'll be good to go for awhile.

keenanduran1 · Post by **keenanduran1** » Wed Aug 13, 2014 2:40 pm

I approve! I'll help lay it on

otter · Post by **otter** » Wed Aug 13, 2014 5:51 pm

So she is going to be a reverse black and tan now? Can't wait to see how it turns out.

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