Mercedes Mike build by CCE

[CHASMAN9]

I wasn't thinking of this rig. There used to be a buggy on 49 irocs and rocks that used to ride around GR around 2005 ish and I thought the owners name was Mike

I think the one you are thinking of is now owned by Redneck Jimmy Mathis. He's had buggy Mikes old buggy for years now. Maybe that's the one you're thinking about?




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[seandlane]

Hi, it's my pleasure to join this forum. Anyways, I bought the build from Mike several months ago and have been saving up money to get going on it. I havn't really made any progress other than starting on a firewall and getting my garage ready/ buying tools for the rest of the build.

 

[seandlane]

And my lack of computer proficiency is not helping me post pics.

bbone, what's the easiest way to post pics on here?

 

[BUG-E J]

And my lack of computer proficiency is not helping me post pics.

bbone, what's the easiest way to post pics on here?

I use tap a talk app on phone. I don't like it for actual reading on the forum but it's the easiest way to post pics for me

 

[seandlane]

Re: Re: Mercedes Mike build by CCE

I use tap a talk app on phone. I don't like it for actual reading on the forum but it's the easiest way to post pics for me

Firewall that I started... Will be removable in sections for ease of access.

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[seandlane]

My next step is to move it from my driveway into my garage. so it'll be out of the weather and stop rusting.

 

[seandlane]

Finally! Got it in the garage and started some work. Mainly working on the passenger side floor/firewall right now, which will be removable in pieces.

Also, got a quote from Wide Open Design on a retubed 14bolt for the front. Trussed, ARB, 5.13s, Crane inners and outers with arms, 3/4 ton hubs and brakes, RCV shafts. I want to make it reliable.

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[seandlane]

Six bolts and the floorplan comes out... After removing seat.

When I was making it, I tacked some pieces on the chassis to help hold it.

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[yotaboyz]

Hopefully the gas cans are empty

 

[seandlane]

The gas cans are empty, and not near as close as the picture makes them look. But your observation reminds me of two things I need:

1. A good fire extinguisher in my garage.

2. A locker or cabinet to put gas cans and flammable stuff in to keep sparks off it.

Suggestions?

Also, I was gonna ask for some advice on transmission. I'm wanting to stick with a TH350, but I'm willing to spend some money here. Right now, I've got my eyes on this:

http://www.bmracing.com/products/103005-transmission-for-4-wheel-drive-th350-gm/?mk=&yr=&md=&smd=&eng=

Or who builds really good TH350's...

Thanks

 

[bbone]

Locally there is a good shop that builds I'll get the name for you. I think more importantly is knowing:

Tire size
Gear ratio
Motor output
Transfer case ratio

Which all plays into:
Tourque Converter

 

[seandlane]

Awesome, because I'm not exactly sure on some of that yet.
I'm planning on switching to 42" TSL's... Edit-NO, ACTUALLY 43 STICKIES, may as well do it right.

Sticking with 5.13's

Motor output... I'll talk to Benning machine works when I take it back to them to get it freshened up/ rebuilt. It sat for all these years collecting condensation and no spark plugs in it. Even so, running just a single IMPCO 425 propane mixer is good for approximately just over 400, right?

Transfer case ratio... scratching my head... I think it has stock 1.96:1 low range, But dont remember if Mike had 3:1 kit... Either way what do you think is better for a trail rig rig like this? I've just never had something this light with this much power and durability. I'm wondering if 3:1 would be too slow.

 

[seandlane]

For sale $3,000. Chassis, links, rear 14bolt, 383 stroker with eagle performance stuff... Roller cam etc... Needs to be freshened up because it sat for like five years. Np205, foa 14in coilovers. Th350 is cracked.

I don't have time for it right now and i need the space.

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