HOW - Next date SAT FEB 9th

[Lysmachia]

Hey all,

Time to schedule up the next HOW date. I am thinking either Sat Jan 26th or Sat Feb 9th (We prefer Saturdays) HOW is located at 1-25 and HWY 119 (Longmont Exit) Start time around 10:00 am.

EDIT. The DATE has to be Feb 9th - as the Welding Class is now on Sat Jan 26th. (http://www.ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1110328#post1110328)

We can't do the 2nd we have plans.

Any opinions?

Who needs work to be done?

Once we get it planned up I'll cook for the crew (donations accepted ;) So post up!

[Lysmachia]

My job list?

I gotta get this heater blower motor working. As Jacob diagnosed and Brian (thefatkid) re-diagnosed the blower motor is fine. It is the relay and fuses that aren;t working. We did get new fuses and can;t seem to find the right size (even got the "right" ones from toyota and they don't fit. If Tory and I have a donor runner by then maybe we can solve it once and for all ;)

[fondigley]

I got some minor mods I need done, but I may get to them before these dates.

My to do list:

lengthen gas filler to put plastic back so door stays shut
fabricate new mounts for safari rack then mount
purchase and install wheel well gap covers
purchase and install new negative wire to winch
install budbuilt belly pan and rear crossmember

Hmn I am sure I am forgetting somethings. But this is a nice start for me.

[ike]

I still need to get on my dakar springs and install coil overs up front, i just never seem to have the time. It would be great to have some help on these projects.

[Avsfreak1234]

by then I should have an antenna and mount to go with my CB...if anyone has an SWR we could do that. other than that Im always down to lend a hand!

[Quick Draw]

T-case brake for me....

[fjcruzer]

Un-mount the front OME's add 10mm spacers and some 5mm trim packers and reinstall the RIGHT way...

Um, the 26th is the welding class isn't it? Perhaps after... and not that most of you folks will GAS, but there's an FJ get together on the 9th at Stevinson Toy at 6pm...

[devinsixtyseven]

Good point...what about the 26th, the people headed to weld can drop in afterward? Must discuss with g/f but if we're in town I could bring the mig to the HOW that day...just a thought...normally we're in Summit on weekends :)...

If not then is no big deal as I have little to work on at the moment :p...so we'll probably head to the slopes after class if we're going.

[Lysmachia]

Ah heck... we can HOW both days really. But The 26th will really be a continuation of our welding class if anything (http://www.ttora.com/forum/showthread.php?p=1110328#post1110328)

So actual HOW wrenching work will more likely happen on Sat Feb 9th.

[fjcruzer]

I was kinda hoping to weld these on while the whole front end suspension is apart for the OME issues:

http://www.chaosfab.com/product/accessories/05tacoma/59698.jpg

But we'll see how the timing works out since I still have to order them...

[00regcab]

If i can get steel to make at least a temporary rear bumper, and my new rear x-member, maybe we can get around to bobbing/clearencing my bed, at least get it cut down/re-welded into place, so i can get it to my work for prep/paint?

Other then that, all i really need is sliders.

Oh, and if i dont have the front coil spacers out by then, that will be a must do thing.

[spindleshanks]

I'd like to wire turn signals into my corner lenses so that I can stop that annoying high speed LED blinker I've got going.

[devinsixtyseven]

If we're around I can bring the box again, 220V with .030 at the moment, on CO2...it'll burn up to 3/8", and sheetmetal with C25...pure CO2 is a pain on really thin stuff so I don't know if it'd be the thing to use for bobbing a bed.

fjc I'd volunteer my welder for the spindle gussets but I don't know if it'll burn hot enough to properly penetrate the spindle :). Anyone with skills is welcome to try, tho. Machine is a Millermatic Passport and IIRC I have a spool of .035 somewhere since you'll need it for that project.

-Sean

[fjcruzer]

Thanks Sean, I'll see what I learn at that welding class and perhaps someone with the chops will help me out!

[Wildturkee]

Is this still on?

[00regcab]

I still need to pull the spacers out of my front coils

buying sliders from ORS here soon i believe, this week or next.

[march2304]

I have to work on the 9th. But maybe i can swing by Sunday and pick up Goldmember? Troy you think you will be done with it by then? Maybe Sunday the 10th i can help you put it all back together. Let me know.

[00regcab]

Its an affirmative

ill have sliders to be welded on this day as well if i can...

[ike]

I also have a set of sliders that i would like to have welded on. Please let me know if we will/wont be able to do this so i can schedule with an off road shop if needed.

[Lysmachia]

Ok Time to get this tread active... our HOW weekend is coming up fast. Any requests in terms of food???

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

[Quick Draw]

Hmmm....it's hard to say whether I can still make it to this. I really need to ski, so that I can get my required days in (5 by the end of february)....but I will have 2 extra days the following weekend, to make up for that...tempting.

[march2304]

No matter you make Mols it will be mehna mehna. Looks like i got that day off but i have to be at the Fire Dept for testing. I may swing by Sat or most likley Sunday to pick up Goldmember though.

[Lysmachia]

Sunday is mo bettah for Goldmember... Because there are still a few more things we gotta pull on sat. Um how we getting Goldmember to your place Brandon?

[Avsfreak1234]

if needed I may be able to make an apperance. i dont really have any projects except my CB still needs calibrated.

[fjcruzer]

I ordered TC spindle gussets from All-Phase 2-1/2 weeks ago and haven't heard anything, so I'm on hold deciding when, where and how to deal with the front end. I've got the enhancers and trim packers I want to put on when I re-align the springs, but was hoping to remove the spindles and give them to All-Phase to weld while it is all apart... Oh, and there's this "FJ thing" Sat night:

http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/south-west-region/44486-colo-fj-get-together.html

[Lysmachia]

I ordered TC spindle gussets from All-Phase 2-1/2 weeks ago and haven't heard anything, so I'm on hold deciding when, where and how to deal with the front end. I've got the enhancers and trim packers I want to put on when I re-align the springs, but was hoping to remove the spindles and give them to All-Phase to weld while it is all apart... Oh, and there's this "FJ thing" Sat night:

http://www.fjcruiserforums.com/forums/south-west-region/44486-colo-fj-get-together.html

Call Dave at All Phase and bug him ;)

But seriously you know the HOW - it's a revolving door and peeps are welcome to come and go! :D

[fjcruzer]

Call Dave at All Phase and bug him ;)

When I have time... the 18 credits are keeping me busy :D

[march2304]

Sunday is mo bettah for Goldmember... Because there are still a few more things we gotta pull on sat. Um how we getting Goldmember to your place Brandon?

Yeah its looking more like Sunday all the time. What else you guys pulling off that thing?

[Blowntaco]

Is this still Sat the 9th? I might drop in for a bit just to chill, but need an address

[spindleshanks]

I'll probably show up. Need to do an oil change and get a sample for analysis while I'm at it. I'll bring my own oil container and tools.

[Lysmachia]

Yeah its looking more like Sunday all the time. What else you guys pulling off that thing?

We need to finish getting Troy's rear heater and then the front heater components for tippy is all, but it's kind of a big job ya know....

[hanksyota]

i may stop by.

[Lysmachia]

Cool guys, looks like we'll have a bunch of peeps throughout the weekend!

[march2304]

We need to finish getting Troy's rear heater and then the front heater components for tippy is all, but it's kind of a big job ya know....

Yeah that heater stuff can be a pain. Ill help if i can make it Sat. but like i said probably not till Sunday.

[spindleshanks]

I'll help out with whatevahs

[Lysmachia]

If I can find crosscut beef ribs I am making korean ribs!

[RedRunnertc]

We need to finish getting the front heater components for tippy is all

Fixed it for ya. There are a few other little odds 'n ends. Was going to do it last night, but it was just too damn cold!

[Lysmachia]

Ok you wanna play that game? No ribs for you! LOL :D I can't cook and pull parts at the same time silly ;)

[Lysmachia]

Hmm.... might need something like this for the HOW!

http://denver.craigslist.org/tls/566079343.html

Yeah we have a loaner right now but it might be good to have one we can all share....

[march2304]

Looks like a stel of a deal.

[Lysmachia]

I know and mead is right up the road from our house too!

[Wildturkee]

Is this still Sat the 9th? I might drop in for a bit just to chill, but need an address

Just drive the the subdivision behind the Truck Stop in Longmont off I25 and look for the house with 18million Yotas in front and you have found it...LOL:D

[Lysmachia]

I PM'd him the addy ;)

[Asha'man]

I think there's a Mustang get-together up in FoCo or Longmont on Saturday, so I might swing by the HOW at some point. I'll be in the SVO, but I can still lend a hand if needed!

[Chewbecca]

Someone we all know and some of us love is having a birthday on Saturday. :D That's right folks, TowerRigger turns another year younger, and we're going out to the PumpHouse Saturday night to celebrate. So if you're HOWing it up and want to join us, make sure and bring something to change into. All are invited!

[Don_G]

Speaking of sharing, do you want me to bring my compressor and leave it? It's a good one, I think. 15 gal tank, 15 amp 120V compressor. It's just stored with the rest of my gear, just rusting away. I may want it back in some distant future.

Happy BDay, Kyle (It's Hell to grow old!) :D

[Lysmachia]

Ooh good question Don. I am thinking yes. We really need a real compressor. How many CFM does it put out?

[Lysmachia]

Oh and for Kyle's gig: I'm getting us reservations for 8:00 - I'll get a table for 8 but if there are more folks we'll add to that. If we go early we can always go hit up the gameroom with brewski's.

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If you are coming to the HOW before the pump house bring a change of clothes....

If not the pump house is here:
http://www.pumphousebrewery.com/

It's great food, great beer - and the under 21's are welcome to join too! Even better - is the harrasment we get to pile on Kyle (er Towerrigger).

w00t!

If ya need to call me about anything my cellio is 720 - nine three three - three zero 71
**********

[Don_G]

Ooh good question Don. I am thinking yes. We really need a real compressor. How many CFM does it put out?

Good question: I don't remember. It will keep up with most air tools, but not with a professional paint gun. I'll bring it and if you don't want it, I'll put it back in storage.

[Lysmachia]

Sounds good. We have some basic air tools so we can try it out and see how it works. Thanks Don!

[A-Bridge]

I have a wedding at 11:00 & some chores after that. HOW late will this be going on & I need address also. May be able to stop by & meet you folks.

[Lysmachia]

Prolly till like 7ish - and then we are heading over to the punkHouse brewery for some fun for TowerRigger's birthday.

I'll PM you the Addy.

[hanksyota]

weeee. i will be there tomorrow.

[RedRunnertc]

Are you bringin nate's mom?

[hanksyota]

hell yes. She is just like a shotgun. one cock, and she blows.

[00regcab]

lmao henry....

must be my moms double, as shes going to be MIA tomorrow :p

Ill have stickers with me tomorrow btw!

so if you havent bought 1, 5, 10, or 15, or however many you want, bring $$$, they'll be available.

[RedRunnertc]

Your mom has a twin?!?!? :eek:

Good goin' Hank!

[spindleshanks]

hell yes. She is just like a shotgun. one cock, and she blows.

OMG, that's fucking brilliant! Funniest thing I've heard in months. for sure.

I'll be there at least for the evening beer related festivities.

[Lysmachia]

Yes the Evening festivities is why we hold HOW's half the time anyway. Work hard all day - drink away the axle grease at night. Of course the HOW will have beds an' couches for anyone who drinks TOO much axlegrease! We'd rather keep the road safe ;)

[DelveDS]

I've got work late afternoon, but I might stop by to pick up a sticker or two and lend a hand. What's the address?

[Asha'man]

I'd like a PM too, actually. Might just change oil and tranny fluid, but there's always something to do.

[RockyMtnHigh]

I'd like a PM too,

X2 I'd like the address too, please.

[RedRunnertc]

PMs sent

[Lysmachia]

It's a beutiful day all. I got the food started and we already have oil changed in a truck.

If anyone has questions call the HOW 303.774.nine 255

[RockyMtnHigh]

I think I am headed that way for a bit, I got nothing to do, actually I got a lot to do, just nothing on the rig.

[Asha'man]

Trying to get motivated to drive up to BFE. ;) I need to get some fluids and a couple of parts before I go up, but I should be there this afternoon sometime.

[Lysmachia]

We just cooked a mess o' burgers!

[fjcruzer]

Y'all have fun, we just got out of bed :D Have to do some research at the DPL and CHS this afternoon and then be in Aurora between 5/6pm. :( Hope to see you tomorrow though to help Brandon p/u the gold thing! :)

[Avsfreak1234]

I just got off of work. if the drive wasnt going to take an hour I would try to stop buy. oh well.

[Gerdo]

I would have liked to come up today and hang out with everyone. I've been out of town alot and just heard that HOW was today. I don't have anything to do on my rig except for A TON OF WELDING! But that is my project for the spring. Oh yea, I need to install my locker and air pump, after I order it and receive it.

[Blowntaco]

Would like to see you guys tomorrow, what time and where need address. BTW thanks again for the grub today, was awesome!!!!:D

[mrdoug]

Troy/Molly, thanks for doing it again. Kick ass peppers, lessons learned, good people and beer, what more more could one possibly ask for!

[Asha'man]

My first HOW, and definitely a good time. Good to put some faces to names! Finally got to experience Mollyfood, too. ;) Thanks for doing it and for all the help!

I'll probably have some lift stuff to install in a month or so, so maybe we can do a partial HOW on that. ;)

[Wildturkee]

Damn i missed Mollyfood again, well mabee next time...Damn prior comitments

[Lysmachia]

LOL nice guys. Oh there will be many more HOW's I've got a 3.4 to play with.

[Quick Draw]

I planned on going... I'm sorry I missed it. Sometimes other things just come up.........................
















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*Ahem*........:xdevil:........lol

[00regcab]

I planned on going... I'm sorry I missed it. Sometimes other things just come up.........................
















:boobies::bhump:









*Ahem*........:xdevil:........lol


you know your girlfriend reads these boards right?



:lmao:

[Quick Draw]

Ehh....if she reads it, she reads it.....lol

So when are you going to post up the bobbage?

[00regcab]

possibly wednesday

or possibly tomorrow

or possibly never!! ;)


depends on when i feel like getting the bodywork straight.

BTW: Those front spacers now have to go back in... ugh.

After taking the hitch off, taking the bumper off, cutting 12" out of the bed, and putting it back together, my truck is RAKED like a mother fucker.

39.5" to the bottom of the front fender (dead center above the hub, on the lower edge of the fender)

44.5" to the bottom of the back wheel well opening (dead cenber above the hub, on the lower edge of the opening).

Thats un-loaded.

Loaded, its raked about 2".

Either way, spacers have to go back in.... but im going to start by pulling the 2nd overload (add a leaf) and seeing where that gets me.

[RedRunnertc]

When are you doing a rear bumper? Hell, even that crossmember is probably as heavy as the stock bumper.

[Lysmachia]

Yeah do the bumper - and skip the spacers fo' shizzy!

[00regcab]

the new x-member is in, it does probably weigh about the same, but it doesnt have as much leverage on the suspension, since its more centered now.

Im going to pull the add a leaf to start, and see where that gets me.

I know the rest of the bumper wont make it sag much. Maybe another 3ft total of 2x2 .120 wall for the wrap arounds, and some tube for bedside/tail light protection.

[fondigley]

Any wrenching going on this weekend?

[fjcruzer]

Any wrenching going on this weekend?

Only in my brain...

[RedRunnertc]

Probably just some simple maintenance stuff.