Being a car guy definitely comes with some side affects. Today I only want to talk about one, Tools. Yes, tools are a basic necessity in the hobby, let’s just try not to let it get out of hand. I was granted my first Snapon Tools revolving truck account at 15 years old. Until IContinue reading “Who needs all these tools? Me!”
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Hurry up and wait, a parts story.
The 61 International Scout is off to the side waiting for parts. If anyone ever asks you why you have so many projects, this is why. It’s nice to jump to something else while you wait. With the NW Overland Rally 2 weeks away, I need to get back to checking off the list onContinue reading “Hurry up and wait, a parts story.”
Lets get Probed, a tool review
Time for a tool review. Its time because just used it tonight on the Bronco, I used it yesterday on a semi trailer, the day before on a combine, you get the idea, I use it alot. Its called the Power Probe. I have the Probe III, and I think I bought it about 10Continue reading “Lets get Probed, a tool review”
Thoughts from the cab #3.
Here we go. It was just made public that the Panhandle Overland Rally in Sandpoint Idaho is a go, I repeat, a go. The date is October 1-3rd. Of course, I bought my tickets right away since I believe they are capped at 500. The most exciting thing about this is that now I haveContinue reading “Thoughts from the cab #3.”
Thought from the cab #2
Every day, and I mean every day, since 2008, I listen to podcasts. They keep me going every day, they’re always there, very entertaining and sometimes I even learn something. As far as Overlanding podcasts go, I’ve only found a few consistent ones. They are The Overland Podcast, All Things Overland Podcast and Highpoint OverlandContinue reading “Thought from the cab #2”
Hitting the pipe……..with a hammer.
Tonight after work, I continued with the long drawn out exhaust fitment. Finally, I was able to get the Y pipe on, but more massaging is needed. I want this to be perfect, or as near as I can get it, but at this time, the clearances are just not as good as they needContinue reading “Hitting the pipe……..with a hammer.”
Let’s get Jiggy, kind of
Don’t worry, no dancing here, just dreams of overland projects. Now let’s discuss Bronco campers for a moment, or the lack there of. Years ago, Four Wheel Campers made slide in campers for Broncos, Blazers, Scouts etc. However, they are mostly long gone, or very and I mean very expensive. After giving up the dreamContinue reading “Let’s get Jiggy, kind of”
A mini fab project.
Worked on the exhaust header fitment issues on and off all weekend and finally getting some where. But during a brainstorming break, I lost some focus and turned my attention to the transmission cover and how the shift boots didn’t fit and the holes would need to be adjusted. So here’s a bit of whatContinue reading “A mini fab project.”
Under Hood Sorting
Before I can plan the camper top, offroad gear or even body colors, I need to finish the under hood sorting. Not just a tune up, but finishing all plumbing, wiring and accessories for the final time. This 79 Bronco, originally came with a garbage 400 Ford V8, and those engines sucked. Most sane ownersContinue reading “Under Hood Sorting”
In the shop with Craig. 