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Mex in the city
09-20-2009, 05:34 PM
Dear all,

I just wanted to let you know what I've been doing to my waggy (one of them anyway).

This is how it started, about 18 months ago. Got it for 1500 pesos (about 115 USD). The original intention was to use it as parts donnor. Drove it home, but neded a new engine, suspension, etc.

http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/6/web/3066000-3066999/3066889_5_full.jpg

Decided to fix it up. Rebuilt engine, 6 inches lift, 4.56 gears, lockrites and 35" tires later:

http://memimage.cardomain.com/member_images/6/web/3066000-3066999/3066889_20_full.jpg


And today.... XJ fender flares (had to be extended a bit using fiberglass), bob job, half doors.

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/2268/2781/30668890028_large.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.com/ride_images/3/2268/2781/30668890031_large.jpg

Still needs some work before I send it to get a paint job. It has been sitting there for about 2 months now because I've been working like crazy all this time. Too much work, that's a good thing is it not??? That way, you can buy more FSJ parts :) .
draglink
09-20-2009, 07:06 PM
WOW nice job on the bob and the doors! Cant wait to see this finished! Keep the pics coming and soon! Do you have wide track axles? Looks like they are wider than stock....Again, GREAT JOB!!
jaber
09-20-2009, 07:23 PM
Nicely done!!!! I'm watching too.... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Austin 4x4
09-20-2009, 08:34 PM
love the bob!
shimniok
09-20-2009, 08:34 PM
holy crap -- that bob job is awesome!! I've always wondered what one would look like in real life bobbed like that Nice work!!
SnowShoe
09-20-2009, 09:35 PM
Very nice work
gotmike
09-20-2009, 09:59 PM
i'm liking it...
The PIG Smith
09-21-2009, 04:56 AM
Very nice work
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Mex in the city
09-21-2009, 05:32 AM
Do you have wide track axles? Looks like they are wider than stock....

Nope!!!! Stock axles. I have 12.5 X 35 tires, so front tires were rubbing at full turn and rear tires were about 1/8" from the springs. So I installed 1" bolt on spacers in all 4 wheels. It was cheaper than buying new wheels with different backspacing :D .
HD_JEEP
09-21-2009, 09:37 AM
Love the looks of that BOB job. Please post any fab pics you may have, and the finished results of the inside.:D
710 Burner
09-22-2009, 07:03 AM
Wow! and a clean garage too. What's that like???:huh:
Gambler68
09-22-2009, 07:21 AM
WOW!

Finish that!
fulsizjeep
09-22-2009, 07:25 AM
Very Cool! :thumbsup:
What color are you going with?
jeepskater433
09-22-2009, 11:28 AM
awesome looking wagon, do you wheel anywhere near Monterrey N.L? I have family there and have been wanting to take my jeep and go wheeling down there, but dont think thats going to happen anytime soon
Mex in the city
09-22-2009, 12:29 PM
Very Cool! :thumbsup:
What color are you going with?

Original color: Dark blue. No woodtrim planned for this one.
Mex in the city
09-22-2009, 12:38 PM
awesome looking wagon, do you wheel anywhere near Monterrey N.L? I have family there and have been wanting to take my jeep and go wheeling down there, but dont think thats going to happen anytime soon

I normally wheel locally. Nuevo Laredo is right in the border with Laredo Tx. about 170 Km from Monterrey.

If you're going to Monterrey, plan on using Nuevo Laredo as your point of entry. We can do some wheeling around town, and I can set up a carne asada and have some tequila ready :thumbsup: .