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Yes I do....You mean business now!
But it’s done ✔. Now to take all the tape off.
Wildman's TJ is getting a face lift
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But it’s done ✔. Now to take all the tape off.
Looks really good. I still love the texture of bedliner even though most say don't do it. I do love it on my inner fenders. Stays nice and clean and easy to touch up. That just looks soo good Rick.
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Thanks.
Got all the tape off except for the wires I'd covered. I'm going to let it dry a little more before I try and remove it.
I'm not a expert by any means but I'm happy with how it turned out.
That came out amazing. Great Job!!!
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Thanks man.
When I took the plastic off from the dash some of the Lizard Skin flaked off so I'm hoping it'll come up once everything is dry and I can vacuum it. But overall it turned out great. I'm done for the day and going to let it all dry more before I mess it it anymore.
Got an email from Carl and he has the R&P so he will get it machined soon and I'll have those parts also and then I can get the rear axle back together and under the Jeep. Then I can test fit the GR tank and make sure it fits. Then I'll be removing everything from under the Jeep so I can prep & paint the frame. Then put the drivetrain back in and button all that up. Then it'll be time to see how bad or good I can do at painting the armor.
It must be a great feeling being out of the fab phase, minus the rear AR, and onto the assembly.
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Yes it really does. I've got a little more welding to do on the frame and as you said I've got to get the rear AR done but can't do it until the rear axle is back in place. I've still got to figure out if I the should be in front or reach behind the axle. But I think I'll need my new tires for that.
Emailed the shop I ordered the tires from and he said he'd get in contact with M/T and see if there was an update on when they were going to ship. If I have to I'll end up using the old tires & rims to check everything. If they fit then I'll know the new ones will I guess.
Once it comes time to start assembling everything I HOPE things go faster. I'm really excited about being able to finally fire that engine off. It will be crazy to hear it running.
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The re-assembly is my favorite part. It starts to look like a functioning Jeep again, and means the hard part is behind you!
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Agreed 100%.
I'm really looking forward to that part.
Here's the stuff that flaked off. Most of it seems to be loose and is coming up.
The tailgate turned out great.
And it's drying good now.
This is the only spot that turned out bad.
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After my first try at using a paint spray gun and the comments by a few members with painting experiance about "You Get What You Pay For" I decided to spend a little more and try out a nicer gun.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G5G73RV/?tag=wranglerorg-20
I also am going to be trying out some different paint cups than the "CHEAP" HF cups. So hopefully when it comes time to paint the frame and armor I'll at least not be fighting cheap equipment.
And these.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G5G73RV/?tag=wranglerorg-20
I also am going to be trying out some different paint cups than the "CHEAP" HF cups. So hopefully when it comes time to paint the frame and armor I'll at least not be fighting cheap equipment.
And these.
Looking good, man! You've been making some serious progress lately. Your build thread is always one of the first things I check out on the forum.
This Jeep is going to be a beast!
This Jeep is going to be a beast!
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DANG….a Camo Onesie, Dead Sexy.
Wait there was a person there?!?! I thought that was a bush.
And you started out thinking rattle cans would suffice!
I am admiring your motivation and attention to detail.
Looks great. You will be much happier down the road.
Looks great. You will be much happier down the road.
