90's throw back....Manche build

lowbudgetjunk · Jul 10, 2016

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I have two semi local guys in line for projects. I'd love to get on the list for a future project. Maybe a pre runner type mobile or a redo on a chassis I destroy

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mcutler · Jul 11, 2016

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lowbudgetjunk said:
I have two semi local guys in line for projects. I'd love to get on the list for a future project. Maybe a pre runner type mobile or a redo on a chassis I destroy

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I'd be happy to talk with you guys.

Give me a call sometime.

336.401.2830

Matt

mcutler · Jul 13, 2016

A little more...

Got the X behind the fuel cell in. Started on the slender double-X on the belt bars to rear bumper.

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I really like the look of the slender-X with the slight kick from the back. But I'm not sure if I like the side profile. Couple comparison pics.

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I can still go with the straight leg

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Matt

44BRAND · Jul 13, 2016

I think the straight leg follows the chassis lines much better, don't like the side view with the bent leg. Just my 2 cents. Awesome as hell build. I'm always glad to see updates on this build.

mcutler · Jul 13, 2016

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44BRAND said:
I think the straight leg follows the chassis lines much better, don't like the side view with the bent leg. Just my 2 cents. Awesome as hell build. I'm always glad to see updates on this build.

Yep, I feel the same way, but I like it from every other angle. I do appreciate the input and compliments.

Went with the original kick. It looks great from 359 different angles...and it will spend most of its life covered by bedsides. Also got the spreader behind the radiator in and one roof bar done.

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Matt

5BrothersFabrication · Jul 13, 2016

LOVE. drool

jwilson645 · Jul 14, 2016

mcutler said:

THAT right there is a beautiful notch job.!!! :woot:

mcutler · Jul 17, 2016

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jpony645 said:
THAT right there is a beautiful notch job.!!!

Thanks guys.

Here's that notch welded.

Matt

mcutler · Jul 17, 2016

More progress last night. Only 2 pieces of .120 tube left on the back end, (at bump stops), and of course the bumper area once the skins are in place.
B-pillar x's are done. C-Pillar lower diagonals in. Roof diagonals are done. I put some roll in them to gain an inch more head room. Then got back to the front...

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Only a few gussets, and a small attachment for seat belt shoulder clips, then the roof can go back on.

Matt

the_white_shadow · Jul 17, 2016

No windshield bars? Beautiful work as always. I'm stealing several ideas for my build.

June dog · Jul 17, 2016

This thing makes me tingle in ways it shouldn't . Looking forward to seeing it finished. :drinkers:

Jduck · Jul 17, 2016

The x bars in the bed are flashemifyougotem

Rokcrler · Jul 17, 2016

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Nicely done. The subtle rolled roof bars are a sweet touch!

mcutler · Jul 17, 2016

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the_white_shadow said:
No windshield bars? Beautiful work as always. I'm stealing several ideas for my build.

Yes, just not too that point yet. After I tie the radiator area to the "firewall", they'll go in. Thanks shadow

June dog said:
This thing makes me tingle in ways it shouldn't . Looking forward to seeing it finished.

Thanks dog, if everything stays on schedule, in the woods this fall.

Jduck said:
The x bars in the bed are

Thanks jduck. Look forward to checking out Dustin's when it makes it home.

Rokcrler said:
Nicely done. The subtle rolled roof bars are a sweet touch!

Thanks. Never hurts to have another inch or two for your noggin.

Matt

NP · Jul 18, 2016

Man alive it just keeps getting better. Bad ass no doubt

mcutler · Jul 24, 2016

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NP said:
Man alive it just keeps getting better. Bad ass no doubt

Thanks NP.

Just some miscellaneous progress tonight. Biggest hurdle was finally burning in the engine crossmember so I can have a near rolling chassis. Just the trans to mount, and waiting on two more shocks and bumps.

Few guilty pleasure pictures, (and motivation). Finally on the ground at full bump and rolling around.

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Still approximately an inch to top of roof

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More tomorrow

Matt

chef717 · Jul 24, 2016

this thing is going to be bad ass !!!

mcutler · Jul 24, 2016

Still pretty hot in the shop today, no heavy fabrication. But I did find something to keep Carter out of my hair...

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Tight fit on the grill support. No hood pins in this build...functional hood release and secondary latch. There will be an air dam, over radiator to grill support, to ram air to the radiator, and attach said support.