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Old 08-01-2017, 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
My mistake, I didn't understand what you meant by that.

For anyone not following, I thought he was simply doing 35-31=4" difference. But of course you have to divide that by two because the 4" difference will be split equally on each side of the hub where the wheel mounts. 2" to the left and 2" to the right.

But if he also moves the mount 2" lower, it would give him a total of 3.696" of extra usable window space
Its all good. I dont give the best descriptions. Now i am going to have to go tape a tire to the back and see what it looks like from inside.
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So I decided to play with my Harbor Freight sandblaster to do all the feet on the power seat base I am rehabing. All set for prep and POR 15.
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A/c parts came in yesterday, didn't get to it due to yesterday's disaster

gonna let the jeep cool down a bit and give it yet another go to get the a/c working
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Originally Posted by 5-Speed
Now i am going to have to go tape a tire to the back and see what it looks like from inside.
No need. I got the photos as promised.
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Thanks Shoop. You werent kidding. Not bad at all. Any my baby 31 would have even more visibility! Looks like bumper building time is coming up...
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Originally Posted by 5-Speed
Thanks Shoop. You werent kidding. Not bad at all. Any my baby 31 would have even more visibility! Looks like bumper building time is coming up...
I still think it blocks a lot of visibility. Especially that blind spot straight down the center. That has been probably the biggestvreason why I went against a swingout carrier. But like you said with smaller tires and moving it down a little it would be much better for us haha!
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Originally Posted by Martlor13
I still think it blocks a lot of visibility. Especially that blind spot straight down the center. That has been probably the biggestvreason why I went against a swingout carrier. But like you said with smaller tires and moving it down a little it would be much better for us haha!
Still more rearward visibility than an FJ Cruiser
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Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
My mistake, I didn't understand what you meant by that.

For anyone not following, I thought he was simply doing 35-31=4" difference. But of course you have to divide that by two because the 4" difference will be split equally on each side of the hub where the wheel mounts. 2" to the left and 2" to the right.

But if he also moves the mount 2" lower, it would give him a total of 3.696" of extra usable window space
Actually was having a hard time following that... thanks for the clarification.

Originally Posted by Outlaw Star
Same boat brother. My newest vehicle is a 93 XJ and my MJ is 1986. Sole provider of 4 and when I have to take time off of work for the Military, that's the cash I use to buy my parts with.
Gotta build it how ya can, when ya can. I'd like a rear bumper tire carrier eventually (you know I've been searching for an OE style quarter panel mount for years anyway), but no can do for a while.
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Not today, but this past weekend....

Tackled the 97+ console swap.

Very pleased with the results!





More pics in the build thread.
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Originally Posted by Basslicks
Not today, but this past weekend....

Tackled the 97+ console swap.

Very pleased with the results!





More pics in the build thread.
CUP HOLDERS!!!!

Nice, LOL
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Originally Posted by Basslicks
Actually was having a hard time following that... thanks for the clarification.
No worries
I like finding excuses to do geometry, even if it's basic stuff. Keeps me from getting rusty, and those skills will help when I eventually start building custom
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Stuff came today for the HB replace...glad I spent the extra money on the right tool...

OTC 6284 HB removal/install tool

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Dorman 594-018 HB

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Not pictured, the AC Delco belt and new Murray rad I have in the shed...also going in...
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Originally Posted by roninofako
CUP HOLDERS!!!!

Nice, LOL
Haha! Yeah! Plus, when I installed the ZJ seat, the OE one wasn't tall enough for my arm to rest on. I didn't realize it, but these are about 1.5" taller profile, so I got my arm rest back!

Originally Posted by NewKindOfClown
No worries
I like finding excuses to do geometry, even if it's basic stuff. Keeps me from getting rusty, and those skills will help when I eventually start building custom
True story there. Use it or lose it.
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Originally Posted by roninofako
Stuff came today for the HB replace...glad I spent the extra money on the right tool...

OTC 6284 HB removal/install tool

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Dorman 594-018 HB

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Not pictured, the AC Delco belt and new Murray rad I have in the shed...also going in...
Nice!
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Console looks good Justin!


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