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Fri Nov 14, 2008 1:16 pm

I just called up John at Aircooled.net and ordered up a set of Weber 44's for my 1904. I'm hoping that combo will be a noticeable difference over my 1600/Progressive...

:shock:

Fri Nov 14, 2008 1:26 pm

I got you beat... I just bought a set of 2.5 fox resi shocks :shock:

Fri Nov 14, 2008 1:41 pm

dustymojave wrote: Cool Brad. They're similar to mine. Same turn indicators too...

So when are you going to add cage structure to support the outer ends of the beam where the bumper mounts? One little bump...and it's all over.. :(

Not saying "You HAVE TO!" ...just suggesting.
8)
Oh I will. I need to get the cage put in first. Depending on how I'm feeling and if I can muster up a spare set of hands, I'll start on that tomorrow.

Fri Nov 14, 2008 2:38 pm

I welded a O2 sensor bung in the collector of my header so I can hook up a A/F gauge to help with tuning so I can get it passed smog, does that count.

Earthquake

Fri Nov 14, 2008 2:48 pm

shred625 wrote: I got you beat... I just bought a set of 2.5 fox resi shocks :shock:

I bet mine cost more than yours did.....

:lol:

Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:05 pm

neanders wrote: I just called up John at Aircooled.net and ordered up a set of Weber 44's for my 1904. I'm hoping that combo will be a noticeable difference over my 1600/Progressive...

:shock:

the difference will be insane, those progressives suck ass.

Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:13 pm

Well today I drove my Baja to work and when the day is done i will drive towards home to the local VW hang out....... Wooo Hoooo

Fri Nov 14, 2008 4:28 pm

Actually, when tuned right and with the right disti, it has run fine. I just don't think it's gonna have enough oomph for the new motor. And, while shelling out almost $1k for carbs was not really in the budget, I figured I've spent all this $$ on the new motor, might as well let it breathe...

Fri Nov 14, 2008 6:01 pm

I took the rail for a ride to pick up some new engine parts.

Fri Nov 14, 2008 9:10 pm

Tightened up every nut and/or bolt I could reach for the SoCal Bajas run next weekend.

Fri Nov 14, 2008 11:18 pm

Hung rear shocks, installed Axles and CV's

Sat Nov 15, 2008 6:59 pm

ok a short time back I orderd a 2x3 boxed trailing arm kit from blind chicken, I started puting them to gether, but it may be some time befor I get them finished. :? sorry about the small pitchurs.

Sun Nov 16, 2008 3:27 pm

got the first set of off-road lights mounted on the front bumper. Now where to put the 2nd? Roof, doors, hood.....any suggestions? :?:

Sun Nov 16, 2008 4:55 pm

This is from last weekend:

Today, I removed the "added drop sump" that I nearly ripped off the car at the maiden trip of my new 2110. I learned something that day:

"Don't run an extra sump on a baja."

Anyway, I hope you all enjoy the video!!!

Sun Nov 16, 2008 5:40 pm

notsofastEddie wrote: got the first set of off-road lights mounted on the front bumper. Now where to put the 2nd? Roof, doors, hood.....any suggestions? :?:

I vote Hood :wink:

Sun Nov 16, 2008 5:44 pm

notsofastEddie wrote: got the first set of off-road lights mounted on the front bumper. Now where to put the 2nd? Roof, doors, hood.....any suggestions? :?:

I've shown this pic several times now, but note the lights by the windshield. They do fine there and light things up well, but they are too close to the driver's line of sight, and the shadows are eliminated. So the ground looks smooth as a model's skin. You can't tell there are 3' high whoops right in front of you. Cowl mounted lights have the same problem.

So I say mount broad beam lights down on the front bumper whixh will generate enough shadows to show the texture of the ground, and pencil beam lights up high on the roof and aimed out into the distance to see what is way ahead. Roof mounted lights are more subject to rocks and tree branches though.

Sun Nov 16, 2008 5:53 pm

On my own Baja, I reamed the steering arms on the spindles for Ford 3/4 ton tie rod ends. I have the brakes and spindles apart to paint the backing plates and replace the bushings. New wheel cylinders and shoes will go on the brakes. I have those. Wheel studs are on the list too, but I don't have enough on hand to go around. Cash is tight right now, so hopefully I can scrounge up enough recyclables or something to pay for the rest.

Sun Nov 16, 2008 6:04 pm

gave the little bug a wash.

as for lights.

front mount worked out for me.

long range ctr. driving outer.

Sun Nov 23, 2008 5:34 pm

Pulled the tranny, put in a new hockey stick and seal, re-installed it and reconnected the shift coupler yesterday. Today I put the second pair of shocks on the back, and now I'm waiting on the motor. Hopefully tomorrow!

Sun Nov 23, 2008 7:34 pm

Installed engine the other night, working on installing the air cleaner and fuel tank. Sealed some gaps between the body lift and body.

Ordered wiring kit, and working on ordering switches right now