Jordis 1988 Samurai (Re)Build

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Mon Nov 26, 2012 4:28 pm

Yeah. All 3 mounts are same size. I never compared the ones i took off. Bolt thru mounts have 2 rubber bushes in the middle, i might try one rubber bush in and see how it goes. Think i need to tilt the box slightly forward.

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1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by ScottieJ » Mon Nov 26, 2012 4:59 pm

It should be fine with all the mounts the same thickness, I used to run some mounts that were all the same :thumbup:
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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Mon Nov 26, 2012 6:17 pm

I need to have a good look at it Scottie. Since i put those new mounts in the change lever is braying off the transfer tunnel in 4wd Hi.

I dont think anything is bent as it was working fine.

When i've got time i'll get it lifted up and take look.

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1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Sun Dec 02, 2012 10:05 pm

Seats collected. Power steering has arrived. Alternator doesn't fit!

Phoning Dave tomorrow to order new springs.

As soon as things start happening i'll post some pics and details on the how to and most likely, how not to.
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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Mon Dec 03, 2012 11:10 am

+1.5" springs ordered and paid for.
1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by dazerede » Mon Dec 03, 2012 11:23 am

How my much was the springs as I need to get some in the future are they 1.5 inch lift
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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Mon Dec 03, 2012 11:29 am

Just lift springs £495 from Llama. I'm already running rancho shocks and extended braided hoses.

From a bit of research on here and a few chats with Dave. Standard length shocks should be ok. I've only gone for 1.5s so i can fit 33s if i want to later on. I've already done a virtual lift to fit the 31s on.

I say just springs its +1.5" springs, poly bushes (for the MOT man) and new u bolts.

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1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by dazerede » Mon Dec 03, 2012 11:47 am

Kool I've already got Monroe shocks on mine and they are 2 inch longer so I might look for longer braided hoses and then new springs :D
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Recaro Seats Fitted
Landini Blue Colour
Full rollcage and winch bumper
1.6 8v vitara lump with su carb
4” calmini lift kit :)
235/75/15 insa turbo special tracks
99.9% Rust Free
BUILT NOT BOUGHT

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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Mon Dec 03, 2012 3:16 pm

Llama do brake hoses bit pricey but made to order stainless braided. Plus i can't fault Dave's service.
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Re: Samurai Remodelling

Post by Jordi » Tue Dec 04, 2012 8:38 pm

It was a long search many classified and ebay ads e-mailed many scrap yards phoned. It all paid off and i found all four bump stops.

Chap wanted cash only, so as much as i wasn't quite sure for £15 i risked it and sent the money recorded. Just checked the royal mail website and it's been delivered.

Fingers crossed i will have them by the end of the week.

Add that to the list to do. I'm off next friday as i've got a plasterer and joiner in to finish the new kitchen off.

Who knows, i might make a start on the box loads of spares i've accumulated.

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1988 Samurai - Truck Cab & Tray Back - 1.6 8v & HIF44 - Snorkel - Stack Exhaust - PAS, YJs & 33s - Trussed, Gusseted & Pumpkin Capped Axles - 4.3 R&Ps - 4.16 T/Box - Rear Air Locker - Full Float Back Axle & Discs - RCV Front Shafts - X-Eng Handbrake - Custom Fuel Tank

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