Brock's "BRICK HOUSE" build.... - Page 14

**Sparks Toyota-TRD** · 07-29-2009, 11:20 AM

Man you've done a lot to this rig and I love every mod! Keep it up!!

Brock · 07-29-2009, 02:49 PM

Thanks Jamie....

PowTron · 09-14-2009, 04:24 PM

Incredible Brick!! I love it!

My Brick will not be like yours when done, but just a had a quick question for you.

I am going to be going to the 295 Terra's from the stock size I have now. I read a lot of your posts, so sorry if I did miss this one...

Did you ever get new UCA's? Are you still rubbing there? I am doing a 3" lift, and will do a body chop mount, but I am not sure if I will need the new UCA's or not to get them out of the way.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

Talim · 09-14-2009, 04:42 PM

nicely done

Keep up the good work

Brock · 09-14-2009, 06:30 PM

Quote:

PowTron previously said:

Incredible Brick!! I love it!

My Brick will not be like yours when done, but just a had a quick question for you.

I am going to be going to the 295 Terra's from the stock size I have now. I read a lot of your posts, so sorry if I did miss this one...

Did you ever get new UCA's? Are you still rubbing there? I am doing a 3" lift, and will do a body chop mount, but I am not sure if I will need the new UCA's or not to get them out of the way.

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!

Thanks for comments....

No I have not replaced UCAs yet up front...but will likely next year. They still rub but only when the suspension is articulating or in sharp loaded turns...but there is no damage to UCA other than a shiny spot....and no damage to tires. So figure other things were more important at this point. I am going to do the body mount chop still too this winter. After suspension settled and I added the huge 12,000lb winch from Titan inside a Demello bumper I started getting more rubbing on body mount cover....not on body mount still but on cover when backing out of drive in a turn...or articulating offroad.

Actually if I knew it would be two years before I got my skids, bumpers, rack, lights, console, cb, CO2 tank, etc done on rig...I would likely just go with 285x70x17 Nittos as I am not sure the extra 1/2 inch is noticeable on trail but would definitely let me clear my UCA and my body mount. The Nitto TG are great tires though and if I go different it will likely be the Nitto Trail Grapplers when these wear out in another year or more.

PowTron · 09-14-2009, 09:51 PM

I have looked at the Trail Grapplers, too. Thanks for the info.

I may just go with the 285 instead of the 295. I am really impressed with the TG's I have in the 265, just want some more beef

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kpflyin89 · 10-08-2009, 11:07 AM

Brock love the rig specially known it dwells up the street when i get mine goin i'll shoot you a PM and well have to ride. unfortunately wont be till next may. Anything you recommend for SC offroadin. I'm def doin a scuba mod as i know there is a lot of water in the lowcountry

Brock · 10-08-2009, 01:38 PM

thanks for the words... you ought to join our little club (Lowcountry Land Cruisers) as we have two or three members in Beaufort area already. Most meetings are in Charleston once a month....one or two in Myrtle and if get enough activity will have one down in southern part of region as well. Always doing something though... Http://www.lowcountrylandcruisers.com

website is being completely overhauled so only a couple links are working at moment.

Brock · 11-08-2009, 10:21 PM

Well the long awaited Lucrum Swingout has arrived...and been installed. Thanks to Chris to getting it out after a lot of challenges and roadblocks...thanks man.

Well some words of wisdom...

1- When Chris says to install the brackets as closely to front of vehicle as possible...he means it. No space for clearance you thin you will need....push it up against your corners whether you run the plastic pieces still or not.

2- Put it on a lift when drilling unless you have an attachment that keeps your drill perpindicular to frame...to make the holes through frame to line up properly...and not be off just a 1/2" on one side

LOL

3- Take your time....have help....have a very powerful drill...recommend a 1/2 drill with brand new carbide bits. Trust me...the frame is tough. Also have some oil nearby to keep it cool or have lots of bits.

4- Visibility is no worse, just tire is further over to one side. No effect on factory hitch mount nor the back up sensors.

5- Door is infinitely LIGHTER without tire mounted...no weight assist in securing it so make sure you push it shut completely as it may not latch with a gentle push as before.

6- With two jerry cans full (60-80lbs depending on gas or water), Nitto Terra Grappler 295s (75lb with wheel), shovel and axe (10lbs), and Hi-Lift (30+lbs) you are adding some weight to extreme rear of vehicle. I have OME Mediums front and rear...no rubbing on rear at all with Warn bumper as my foundation. That is 200lbs of extra weight on rear edge plus a 75lb bumper plus weight of the Lucrum swingouts and accessories...so I am guessing we are looking at 350 lbs of weight on rear. I am going to discuss with Toytec whether I need HEAVIES in rear or not just to be safe. This weekend had all above plus 90qt cooler of ice, food and beverages, tent, bags, pads, clothing, 10lb CO2 tank, tools, two storage bins/chests with one filled with recovery gear and other filled with cooking and lighting implements for camping, plus a stack of wood, chairs and a full tank of gas....and had a slight lean to rear. Very glad Chris went with two swing arms with heavy duty spindles and bearing setups rather than a single arm like some others are doing.

7- rear window is able to open with everything mounted EXCEPT HI-LIFT...as its height restricts the window from opening completely but two wing nuts to remove lift and it opens fine.

Here is left side...with a Wedco water can, Blitz fuel can....still need to get the jerry can lock and maybe his new recovery strap holder when it is ready. Also need to add the light to license plate...ran out of time. Got hi lift mounted Friday morning before I hit road for mountains. Recommend you mount hi-lift without the base...buy the quick pull clips with ring on end from Home Depot to replace the cotter pin. Red loctite the studs for hi lift mount and you are set.

Right side with tire, axe, and shovel...be sure to prefit everything before you drill...it is a tight fit so get everything installed before you start drilling for axe and shovel mounts.

We then drove 6 hours to mountains on Friday and met up with 7 other Land Cruiser owners...and did some expedition exploration with GPS, maps and strong backs. Found some new areas that are open....and had a few challenges but the swingout never missed a beat. I need to adjust the rod on door that connects to jerry can side to fine tune the distance. I also need to add some length to the clasp system to make it a little tighter...but all is good.

Here we are on way to first nights camping sight after being behind wheel since 8am....we got to camp about 4pm...and it was in 30s.

Second day and more exploring but not any mud yet...hahahaha....well a stream crossing got what there was.

Thanks again to Chris for sticking through thick and thin with this project. I love it and not for a couple rookie mistakes on my part the install was perfect. On difficulty level of 1-10 I say 7/8....for the avg novice like myself.

Thanks again....

enjoi1018 · 11-08-2009, 10:24 PM

Great to see some final install pics! Congrats Brock, it looks great!