IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
Just take your time and do it right. You won't regret it. If it takes longer, it takes longer.
The Resurrection
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Wise words!
IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
Thanks. Sometimes it's hard advice to follow, but it's always worth it in the end.
got the engine put together with .020 over pistons, ceramic coating on the pistons and flowcooler water pump
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got the ac and heater box replaced due to the old one being burned
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got the engine painted blue and black
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decided I wanted to install some air bags in the rear
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last but not least I started to pull the bed off but ran out of daylight and will continue tomorrow
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Got a gorgeous turbo coming for that engine, looking great so far!
Looking good!
I really miss engine building...
I've got the same air bags on Raylan. I set them up for independent fill so that I could tailor the pressure for an unequal load if needed. I put the valve stems in the lower license plate holes with chrome caps. Easy enough to get to and imho, looks pretty good.
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My air bags will have onboard air and a dual valve setup in the cab. It'll also have an exhaust brake thats air controlled.
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Got the engine in and fired up.
IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
It's a good feeling isn't it?
That first fire after a rebuild is always the best. (Unless its accompanied by a bang lol)
IDIBRONCO
IDIBRONCO
Yours sounded good to me. No loud bangs either.
The unmistakable sound of an IDI. They definitely have their own unique sound!
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got the turbo installed along with the accessory brackets.
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started getting the core support and radiator installed also.
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then got the downpipe installed with the exhaust brake as well.
Making progress
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got the core support painted, ac condenser installed, fenders mounted, intake and intercooler piping mocked up.
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