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I've messed around with it and I've came to the conclusion that 1/8" toe-in is my sweet spot. Again, I measure that 20" forward and 20" behind the center line of the axle.
@AgDieseler messed with his burb toe-in IIRC, I can't remember what he liked but you can probably search his build thread.
1/8 toe in, is most of the time good with big tires. You don't have to do it with the tires on, just have to be a Geometry wiz, with them off 
1/8 toe in, is most of the time good with big tires. You don't have to do it with the tires on, just have to be a Geometry wiz, with them off
I set mine to 1/16” with the alignment tool. I’ll experiment sometime with longer angle iron attached and see what the difference ends up being.
Status Update, here what has been accomplished recently and what still needs to be done:
- Replaced the driver door and got the hood and fenders aligned to an acceptable margin. Gaps all around are looking pretty good. During the aligning of the panels, I had to remove the core support mounts, during which time I discovered the cups were collecting rain water, so I added drain holes.
- There are no more oil leaks from the oil cooler lines, but a perpetual power steering leak has developed...
- Installed the Ox Locker shifter and cable, as well as, the rebuilt front driveshaft. I now have functional four-wheel-drive for the first time ever in this truck.
I have a one-night camping trip coming up in a week and a half and have a short list to get done before then:
- Trim, paint, and install inner-fenders.
- Install remaining pieces of grill.
- Fine-tune alignment (picked up some 3' aluminum stock, tire measure about 36.5" so I figured 36" stock was close enough)
- Pack new containers and set up sleeping platform in rear of truck.
- Resolve perpetual power steering leak.
After that I'll be taking the month of November off so I can work on some house stuff to get ready for my son's birthday party (big deal for a 6YO). December is holiday time so I doubt much will get done during then either. However ...
Yesterday a friend came over and installed a 220 outlet in my garage wired directly to a 50amp breaker. He's a licensed general contractor by trade so I trust his work. He is the same friend that has lent me ALL of his welding gear since he is too busy to use any of it himself. And I mean ALL of his gear: 110 welder, 220 welder, welding cart, gas bottle, auto-darkening helmet, and welding jacket. I have my own gloves. So any spare time I have in November, and definitely in December, will be spent practicing and ramping up my very-wet-behind-the-ears welding skillset, to get ready to build the bumpers front and rear, which I have dubbed the "Camry Crushers". Thanks to the help of this guy and another good friend, what was once wishful thinking has now become a reality. I'll be excited to share progress on this here as it develops.
While we are making lists, my remaining big-ticket item list has also become shorter:
- Paint and install all four replacement rear passenger and barn doors.
- Replace driver quarter and tail pan/support.
- Install interior to include flooring and headliner (camping/overland/RV focused).
Oh ... and *FINALLY* go wheeling!
And get some pictures that aren't in my dadgum driveway!
Andy
- Replaced the driver door and got the hood and fenders aligned to an acceptable margin. Gaps all around are looking pretty good. During the aligning of the panels, I had to remove the core support mounts, during which time I discovered the cups were collecting rain water, so I added drain holes.
- There are no more oil leaks from the oil cooler lines, but a perpetual power steering leak has developed...
- Installed the Ox Locker shifter and cable, as well as, the rebuilt front driveshaft. I now have functional four-wheel-drive for the first time ever in this truck.
I have a one-night camping trip coming up in a week and a half and have a short list to get done before then:
- Trim, paint, and install inner-fenders.
- Install remaining pieces of grill.
- Fine-tune alignment (picked up some 3' aluminum stock, tire measure about 36.5" so I figured 36" stock was close enough)
- Pack new containers and set up sleeping platform in rear of truck.
- Resolve perpetual power steering leak.
After that I'll be taking the month of November off so I can work on some house stuff to get ready for my son's birthday party (big deal for a 6YO). December is holiday time so I doubt much will get done during then either. However ...
Yesterday a friend came over and installed a 220 outlet in my garage wired directly to a 50amp breaker. He's a licensed general contractor by trade so I trust his work. He is the same friend that has lent me ALL of his welding gear since he is too busy to use any of it himself. And I mean ALL of his gear: 110 welder, 220 welder, welding cart, gas bottle, auto-darkening helmet, and welding jacket. I have my own gloves. So any spare time I have in November, and definitely in December, will be spent practicing and ramping up my very-wet-behind-the-ears welding skillset, to get ready to build the bumpers front and rear, which I have dubbed the "Camry Crushers". Thanks to the help of this guy and another good friend, what was once wishful thinking has now become a reality. I'll be excited to share progress on this here as it develops.
While we are making lists, my remaining big-ticket item list has also become shorter:
- Paint and install all four replacement rear passenger and barn doors.
- Replace driver quarter and tail pan/support.
- Install interior to include flooring and headliner (camping/overland/RV focused).
Oh ... and *FINALLY* go wheeling!
And get some pictures that aren't in my dadgum driveway!
Andy
I mean, if you want to fly me out to help out with some welding... 
Looking good, man!
Looking good, man!
I mean, if you want to fly me out to help out with some welding...
Looking good, man!
I’ll make you a deal: you buy the ticket and I’ll pick you up
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Got sidetracked this last week with trying to resolve a power steering leak from the reservoir site tube. Purchased a replacement but plugged the holes for now and improved hose routing.
Also, the wreck woke me up to my need for a better storage solution for my fluids. The crate I was using flipped over and my diesel additive spilled everywhere. These containers allow me to separate my fluids from my hard tools (jack stands etc) from my soft tools/camping gear (toe straps, sleeping packs, etc.). A platform will site right over all of this to provide a flat space to sleep on.
This week I’ll get back on track with my last four items on my short term task list: inner fenders, grill, fine tune alignment, and set up platform.
Also, the wreck woke me up to my need for a better storage solution for my fluids. The crate I was using flipped over and my diesel additive spilled everywhere. These containers allow me to separate my fluids from my hard tools (jack stands etc) from my soft tools/camping gear (toe straps, sleeping packs, etc.). A platform will site right over all of this to provide a flat space to sleep on.
This week I’ll get back on track with my last four items on my short term task list: inner fenders, grill, fine tune alignment, and set up platform.
Interesting spot for high lift. Could definitely be a head knocker for sure 
when getting off the platform in the back!
when getting off the platform in the back!
Interesting spot for high lift. Could definitely be a head knocker for sure
Yes, I definitely have to watch my head when back there for any reason. But then again, being 6’ 4”, I am watching my head as I walk through everyday life regardless, so it’s nothing I’m not already used to.
Interesting spot for high lift. Could definitely be a head knocker for sure
Kinda like having rear A/C, but more pointy!
Seems like once a year these power steering pumps start giving me problems. This one is leaking in exactly the same spot as the last one, from this hole.
I see that it’s threaded. Perhaps it’s possible to plug it?
I’ve noticed that when the engine is running, it doesn’t seem to leak. But once it sits for a couple days, it starts to leak.
I see that it’s threaded. Perhaps it’s possible to plug it?
I’ve noticed that when the engine is running, it doesn’t seem to leak. But once it sits for a couple days, it starts to leak.
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I'm pretty sure those are blind holes, otherwise the bolts would need thread sealer not to leak and I've never put thread sealer on them. If nothing else you could put a bolt in there with some thread sealer on the threads.
Is it possible the can is leaking in that general area? If you've had the same can on both pumps, maybe that's the source.
Is it possible the can is leaking in that general area? If you've had the same can on both pumps, maybe that's the source.
I checked the can and it appears to be dry. I’ll try plugging it and see if that makes a difference. I’m just looking to buy some time since I’ll probably bite the bullet sometime in the spring and finish the hydro-assist.
So many little pieces to make up one grill, but it’s in, and the bowtie is back.
Wow that is coming together very nicely!!!
I need to track down those little pieces and get my grille replaced and my headlights all fixed from hitting a cow last year. I really want to do some kind of custom grille setup but I haven't looked into what to do yet.
I had thought about doing a custom grill, but really like the original. It took a combination of new parts, new-but-been-on-the-shelf-for-a-couple-of-years parts (proof that over-buying is not always a bad thing), and old parts pulled from the wreckage, to get it all together. It’s a tight fit with the fans, but I was able to squeeze it in.
Looks even better in the daylight!
I am really looking forward to using this rig.
So...are you keeping the white color?
