fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

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fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Jordi » Thu Oct 24, 2013 7:40 pm

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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Rhinoman » Thu Oct 24, 2013 8:32 pm

That would probably still be cheaper than welding up my KJA!
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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Jordi » Thu Oct 24, 2013 8:59 pm

You must be looking at the half cab. It's spot on!

Googleing for body panels, you can get alloy, fibre glass and steel repair / replacement panels all over the world, some at reasonable prices. EXCEPT THE UK!

It's angered me today.
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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Rhinoman » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:09 pm

Did you find anyone selling KJA panels?
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2000 Vitara 4u2 - Calmini 3+3, 33" MTs, 5:83 R&Ps, winch bumper, remapped ECU.
1986 Suzuki SJ413K - G16 conversion
1984 Suzuki SJ410 - Blitz

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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Jordi » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:11 pm

Rhinoman wrote:Did you find anyone selling KJA panels?
Which panels you after?
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: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by andyrew » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:14 pm

There are a lot of pattern part panels available from Germany but some of the
Quality is pretty shocking. And the good stuff is fairly peicey.

For example the quarter panels currently on ebay. The swage
Line looks a bit vague as on reae quarter its quite a strong line.
And the tight radius on the rear corners look deformed. I thought of doing
Both quarters on mine but im certain it would be more work than
Just fabbin my own repair patches.
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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Rhinoman » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:15 pm

Mainly the lower rear part of the cab and any parts for the bed. Most of the rest is probably interchangeable with other models.
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2000 Vitara 4u2 - Calmini 3+3, 33" MTs, 5:83 R&Ps, winch bumper, remapped ECU.
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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Rhinoman » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:16 pm

andyrew wrote:There are a lot of pattern part panels available from Germany but some of the
Quality is pretty shocking. And the good stuff is fairly peicey.
Yes that's what I thought, they look to be very badly made - so much for German engineering.
2006 Jimny JLX+ 1.3 VVT
2000 Vitara 4u2 - Calmini 3+3, 33" MTs, 5:83 R&Ps, winch bumper, remapped ECU.
1986 Suzuki SJ413K - G16 conversion
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Re: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by Jordi » Thu Oct 24, 2013 9:20 pm

I have a quick fix idea for mine now, but need to know if harnesses will do instead of seat belts for the MOT.

Lots of pattern parts available, manufacturers do say may require adjustment to fit. Regardless of manufacturer most pattern parts tend to need fettling with to make them fit. I do love the fibreglass cab though. Pricey at £2300 plus shipping.
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: fibre glass bodys, but.in NZ :(

Post by turbo-tom » Fri Oct 25, 2013 9:06 pm

ooo i like that half truck cab :D
Tom :)

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