The Brotherhood/Sisterhood of the SANDSTORMS Thread - Page 181

**Woodsman** · 11-05-2009, 11:33 AM

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Engine Jen previously said:

I see that you now own a Titan Air Jack..have you had the..uh, opportunity to try it out???

Jen

If not, he can surely try it at the Summit next year. Hi Lee !

MrBigAxe · 11-05-2009, 01:59 PM

I haven't pulled that thing out in over a year. I've used the air jack to rotate tires, but never in a recovery situation.

With the stock exhaust, I could lift the truck using the exhaust. The aFe cat-back I have just doesn't fit together tightly enough to get the truck off the ground. So I took a 1/4" nipple, butchered the small exhaust cone and took apart a $0.99 quick disconnect air coupler for parts and built my own compressor adapter (I think the one Titan was selling was and extra $20). I thought I had a picture, but I can't find it now. Anyway, the jack is easy to use, but putting it back up is a small hassle, so I use my hi-lift. I am pretty sure I didn't even have it with me at the summit, since I was packed for three people on a 19 day vacation.

MrBigAxe · 11-05-2009, 02:04 PM

James, I have much better tires now, so I won't trash one so easily.

tbone57 · 11-07-2009, 08:15 AM

Hey guys/girls
I just got my 2010 Adventure pkg (C package) manual. On Oct 26 from 1000 Islands Toyota in Ontario. Got rid of my 2005 4Runner LimitedV8 to get it. Man it was a long wait. Put my money down at the end of June. But it was sooo worth it. I love this truck! The more I drive it the better I like it. I had'nt even driven the manual, no one had one. They were all slush boxes. I took my Cornfed 3" lift off the 4Runner and put it on the FJ. Works great, sits perfectly level. And I put in the URD short throw shifter. (Boy, they were'nt kidding when they said it was hard to get it in reverse!) My list of mods to do is way to long to list right now, but I'll probably do a build up once I get farther in. I call it the Thug. Because it's big and tough and takes all my money. Though my wife sais it looks like our sons Pug dog. Black ears (mirrors) black around the eyes (grill). OH have I mentioned I love this truck?
I feel like Homer in the land of chocolate. He he he.
Theodore
Oxford mills, Ontario, Canada EH.

BluStnMtn · 11-07-2009, 11:13 AM

Quote:

tbone57 previously said:

Hey guys/girls
I just got my 2010 Adventure pkg (C package) manual. On Oct 26 from 1000 Islands Toyota in Ontario. Got rid of my 2005 4Runner LimitedV8 to get it. Man it was a long wait. Put my money down at the end of June. But it was sooo worth it. I love this truck! The more I drive it the better I like it. I had'nt even driven the manual, no one had one. They were all slush boxes. I took my Cornfed 3" lift off the 4Runner and put it on the FJ. Works great, sits perfectly level. And I put in the URD short throw shifter. (Boy, they were'nt kidding when they said it was hard to get it in reverse!) My list of mods to do is way to long to list right now, but I'll probably do a build up once I get farther in. I call it the Thug. Because it's big and tough and takes all my money. Though my wife sais it looks like our sons Pug dog. Black ears (mirrors) black around the eyes (grill). OH have I mentioned I love this truck?
I feel like Homer in the land of chocolate. He he he.
Theodore
Oxford mills, Ontario, Canada EH.

Welcome & enjoy!!!

ocr14a · 11-08-2009, 10:50 AM

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Engine Jen previously said:

Welcome as well & want to see some SS pics!!

OCR14 sorry about the soggy feet! Been wondering how the heck you
have been as well!! Say hey to your better half!!

Woodsman...WTH have you been up to??

Komobo???

Celtic Cruiser...how about you??

The ol' Mud Pup is almost fully Blacked out and is more like a "Black & Tan"
(for those of you who drink beers). Debating on whether or not to
partially black out the hood. I bought the vinyl thingy on e-bay and it's
supposed to cut down on glare, so it might be cool!!

Alohas!!
Jen

Hi, Jen.
Good to hear you're still kickin.

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MrBigAxe previously said:

I haven't pulled that thing out in over a year. I've used the air jack to rotate tires, but never in a recovery situation.

With the stock exhaust, I could lift the truck using the exhaust. The aFe cat-back I have just doesn't fit together tightly enough to get the truck off the ground. So I took a 1/4" nipple, butchered the small exhaust cone and took apart a $0.99 quick disconnect air coupler for parts and built my own compressor adapter (I think the one Titan was selling was and extra $20). I thought I had a picture, but I can't find it now. Anyway, the jack is easy to use, but putting it back up is a small hassle, so I use my hi-lift. I am pretty sure I didn't even have it with me at the summit, since I was packed for three people on a 19 day vacation.

It seems like those things would be ideal for you beach bums. They might come in handy up here in the snow as well, but I've never seen them tested like that.....just assuming it would be better than a skinny piece of metal drilling down into the snow.

Quote:

MrBigAxe previously said:

James, I have much better tires now, so I won't trash one so easily.

Nice

komombo · 11-16-2009, 05:36 PM

Quote:

Vagabond1967 previously said:

Hello all. Took delivery of my Sandstorm on October 16, 2009 in Southeast Florida. First order of business is to add sliders.

Hello Vagabond, welcome to the Brotherhood/sisterhood thread, and sincere congrats on your new rig. I am glad to ad one more person to the list, and I am sure everyone else feels the same.
We hope to see more of your pics and stories posted here after you take your new wheels out for fun and R&R. Cheers!

komombo · 11-16-2009, 05:43 PM

Quote:

tbone57 previously said:

Hey guys/girls
I just got my 2010 Adventure pkg (C package) manual. On Oct 26 from 1000 Islands Toyota in Ontario. Got rid of my 2005 4Runner LimitedV8 to get it. Man it was a long wait. Put my money down at the end of June. But it was sooo worth it. I love this truck! The more I drive it the better I like it. I had'nt even driven the manual, no one had one. They were all slush boxes. I took my Cornfed 3" lift off the 4Runner and put it on the FJ. Works great, sits perfectly level. And I put in the URD short throw shifter. (Boy, they were'nt kidding when they said it was hard to get it in reverse!) My list of mods to do is way to long to list right now, but I'll probably do a build up once I get farther in. I call it the Thug. Because it's big and tough and takes all my money. Though my wife sais it looks like our sons Pug dog. Black ears (mirrors) black around the eyes (grill). OH have I mentioned I love this truck?
I feel like Homer in the land of chocolate. He he he.
Theodore
Oxford mills, Ontario, Canada EH.

Hello Theodore, congrats on your new FJ, it is an awesome vehicle. I love your little write up, it is quite engaging and clearly shows you love your vehicle and this sport. Thank you, I enjoyed reading it and I hope you will post more stories, pics, and adventures for all to enjoy. You've been added to the list, and on behalf of everyone, welcome to the brotherhood/sisterhood of the Sandstorms! By the way, I like "Thug" a lot, and goes with your screen name very well..good job

**rwells2531** · 11-16-2009, 07:59 PM

Adopted my '08 SandStorm Beauty in December of 2008. 4 X 2 for Urban Warfare vs. Offroading. Purchased w/O.E.M. roof rack (looking to modify-I have a killer design for a drop in flat bottom grate) and will be having my F.I.L. who is an architect put it on CAD3 for me. Will show progress once Paten is pending. Added tow hitch for boating, all weather mats, and my new E.G.A. hitch cover.

Christmas Wish List over the years:

1. O.E.M. brush guard
2. WAAG bumper guards front and rear
3. Tail light guards
4. Scanner
5. CB

**rwells2531** · 11-16-2009, 08:13 PM

SANDSTORMERS LIST (in order of appearance):
Screen Name/FJ Nickname....................Region................ Date of possession
1. Komombo.....................................San Diego, CA...................10/26/07
2. MMGOMEZ808...............................Tulsa, OK.........................12/30/07
3. Joeg180.......................................Alba ny-ish, NY.................10/29/07
4. jjfj.............................................. .????...............................11/29/07
5. dirtchick......................................Tho usand Oaks, CA...........10/02/07
6. FJ CRUZER...................................Yakima, WA.......................09/02/07
7. datarez.......................................St. Louis, MO.....................01/12/08
8. SealeM........................................Texa s?............................12/03/07
9. Woodsman...................................S.E. Indiana......................10/28/07
10. fj ando.......................................East Bay, CA....................12/31/07
11. Engine jen..................................Fairfax, CA........................10/03/07
12. Sandstormer/NOMAD....................Las Vegas, NV....................09/28/07
13. christopher43..............................Collier ville, TN...................10/??/07
14. sonjason.....................................Mount ains, Western NV......10/25/07
15. Chelle_Belle..................................Colo rado Springs, CO........12/23/07
16. geo88.........................................Glen dale, CA...................08/23/07
17. dougla2.......................................Colo rado........................10/27/07
18. patfndr........................................??? ?...............................
19. Kathrine......................................Sout h Central Idaho.......10/??/2007
20. geoff wolverton............................?????........ ..................11/18/07
21. fjcruiser08...................................Atla nta, GA..................11/04/07
22. MrBigAxe.....................................Arans as Pass, TX...........01/24/08
23. bigdaddycaddy.............................High desert, CA.............???
24. h2ocruiser...................................Tyler , TX......................08/04/07
25. PETEBJ75....................................Dubai, UAE.....................09/06/07
26. radiorobwalker..............................Seattl e, WA..................Sept. 2007
27. fingas74......................................Hous ton, TX.................02/04/2008
28. nightster13..................................OP, Kansas....................01/22/08
29. ALLOUTGEAR................................???..... ........................????
30. EddieF.........................................Nor thern Virginia............02/07/08
31. MTN CRZR...................................??......... ......................??
32. Axledeep....................................Jackso n, WI, USA............01/31/08
33. BRKCOP.......................................Brenc kenridge, CO..........12/30/07
34. TeamJohnson...............................Denver CO......................11/15/07
35. kokopelli......................................Eas t Tennessee..............01/09/08
36. Marine-1......................................San Diego, CA................??
37. sand_man....................................Tampa, FL......................12/26/07
38. Chigoe........................................Scot tsdale, AZ...............12/27/07
39. EWUJoe.......................................Spoka ne, WA.................02/08/08
40. FJchema......................................Los Angeles, CA..............11/07/07
41. Barnstormer..................................West Jordan, UT.............02/09/08
42. Sand Rat......................................Las Vegas, NV................02/09/08
43. noty21.........................................Lon g Beach, CA.............12/01/07
44. fjdebt..........................................Ba y Area, CA.................1/2/01/07
45. BOBTAILFJ....................................Pacif ic Northwest...........08/15/07
46. kk4500kk......................................Riya dh, Saudi Arabia.......02/17/08
47. doublewe......................................??, ??...........................02/02/08
48. sgtstriker0331...............................East Stroudsburg, PA.......12/14/07
49. Nine12.........................................Ros amond, CA................01/27/08
50. JBird8403.....................................Cars on, CA.....................12/05/07
51. jamesart86...................................Ashev ille, NC..................01/30/08
52. bmwhite.......................................Lees burg, VA.................11/20/07
53. Izzy.............................................U pstate, NY..................02/28/08
54. Spidey.........................................Pal m desert, CA..............12/15/07
55. Digger422.....................................Ft. Worth, TX.................01/28/08
56. MakFJdonas..................................Orange County, CA..........09/17/07
57. BPSFJ..........................................Wes t Palm Beach, FL.......02/27/08
58. Cleck...........................................Ph oenix, AZ....................11/28/07
59. fj squarepants...............................Vancouve r, WA...............02/01/08
60. Alpine_FJ......................................For t Worth, TX...............01/28/08
61. zeindog........................................Sou thern NJ...................10/01/07
62. robsp222......................................Colo rado........................02/01/08
63. mising..........................................La wton/Ft Sill, OK...........03/20/08
64. sandstormer58..............................Placent ia, CA..................01/15/08
65. EschObfus....................................Nashv ille, TN..................03/22/08
66. Chico1.........................................Chi co, CA......................11/01/07
67. billwms01.....................................Cent ral Mississippi............02/22/08
68. Fj Arabia......................................Abu Dhabi, UAE................02/10/08
69. HHP............................................Yuc ca Valley, CA.............03/01/08
70. marriedguy1.................................San Antonio, TX...............03/14/08
71. Pinky..........................................Van Nuys, CA...................03/29/08
72. monstor.......................................Oran ge County, CA..........03/31/08
73. Scriabin.......................................Cos ta Mesa, CA...............03/03/08
74. DaRude........................................Aust in, TX......................04/04/08
75. Cypilk..........................................Sa n Francisco, CA............11/15/07
76. shwookie......................................Colu mbus, OH..................03/27/08
77. fletcher........................................Sa n Francisco, CA............04/01/08
78. ocr14a/Sandi...............................Boulder, CO.......................02/16/08
79. Arizona FJ Guy...............................Phoenix, AZ.....................11/30/07
80. Sirocco........................................Tul sa, OK........................04/25/08
81. Teikas Dad....................................Western Connecticut.........05/03/08
82. Celtic Cruiser/The Rig......................Gallup, NM.......................02/04/08
83. ProGoFish......................................Hou ston, TX...................04/29/08
84. objective_guy................................XXX, GA................Dec. 07/Jan. 08
85. Monkeyass....................................Dayto n, OH....................03/22/08
86. herndonfam..................................lucern e valley,CA.............04/14/08
87. fburnett.......................................Flo rence, SC...................06/03/08
88. 4rocker.......................................Wile y Ford, WV.................05/18/08
89. GDmovingtoAlaska.........................New Mexico......................06/03/08
90. tomc5179....................................New Cambria, KS...............01/01/08
91. SouthTexasCruiser/Landshark..........Corpus Christi, TX..............12/29/07
92. joeymozzer..................................los angeles, CA.................05/04/08
93. kayakcrazy..................................Greenv ille, NC...................June 08
94. 5AND5TORM.................................San Mateo, CA................ 06/16/08
95. fjdrummer....................................Las Vegas, NV..................04/18/08
96. YAMSMAN....................................Philade lphia, PA................08/01/08
97. amojohny.....................................Holly wood, CA.................06/01/08
98. evanrocks....................................Colle ge Station, TX.........08/9/2008
99. cpl55...........................................No rthern Cal, CA..............08/28/08
100. Chris Sandstorm FJ.......................Denver, CO.....................??/??/08
101. JAFFE........................................Linco ln County, NV...........08/15/08
102. jt-fj...........................................Goody ear, AZ..................08/28/08
103. HAWKTOMAS...............................Crescent City, CA.............08/27/08
104. Gonzo........................................Cinci nnati, OH..................08/27/08
105. Hoghead.....................................Wilton , IA.......................03/04/08
106. denness544.................................Santa Ana, CA.................10/15/07
107. sirzepp.........................................?? .................................??
108. TONY JAMES...............................San Dimas, CA..................09/24/08
109. HoTsAuZe\Tusken Raider..............Scottsdale, Az..................10/17/08
110. flushead....................................Canton , NC.....................August 08
111. epm131.....................................State College, PA..............05/22/08
112. cowtown dave............................Ft. Worth, TX...................10/31/08
113. anono74....................................Kuwait City, Kuwait............06/20/08
114. Scooterpilot...............................Antelop e Valley, CA...........11/14/08
115. ALN_ROX_84..............................California ?........................10/27/08
116. CRUZ N AZ................................Goodyear, AZ.....................11/10/08
117. MilehighFJ/CharlieCruiser.............Colorado............... ...................2008
118. kanedandunable..........................Dubai, UAE.......................11/08/08
119. ATO..........................................Peori a, AZ.......................12/23/08
120. FL FJcruisen...............................Apopka, FL........................12/26/08
121. Nesnaitsirhc/truggy52..................Clayton, NC.......................12/06/08
122. dstrout......................................Edgew ater, MD.................12/23/08
123. 68-408......................................Hermiston , OR..................01/03/09
124. radrod57/Moses..........................San Juan Capistrano,CA....12/12/2008
125. Zybar.......................................Whidbe y Island, WA...........10/07/08
126. KCfj40......................................Kansas City, KS..................08/01/08
127. surefire.....................................Fayet teville, NC.................01/01/09
128. MarkthaTiger/Mud Puppy II...........Atlanta, GA.......................01/02/09
129. unlord5150................................Elk Grove, CA....................01/22/08
130. GaThumper................................North Georgia, GA..............01/23/09
131. pickedw/TBD............................ Orlando, FL...................... 01/15/09
132. niceguysanti/Cafe Con Leche........??,NJ...............................0 1/31/09
133. GearType/SAN CRZR.....................San Diego, CA..................Dec 2007
134. SethStoddart..............................Nova Scotia,Canada..........09/02/09
135. RogueLeader...............................Las Vegas, NV..................11/22/08
136. Baja Traveler..............................So Cal and N. Carolina........02/01/09
137. windblows..................................Jackson ville, FL.................01/03/09
138. mpaculan..................................Winnipeg , MB (Canada)........??/??/09
139. woodwerkssupply.......................Columbus, OH.....................Jan. 09
140. VoxExMachina...........................Ann Arbor, MI.....................02/17/09
141. hikerdad/Lois...........................Oregon............. .... .............10/27/08
142. wvken/DUDE............................Summersville, WV................02/01/09
143. fishdoc/Moose........................Western Washington............03/17/09
144. bboytab.................................Laurel, MD.........................01/26/09
145. maceyak................................San Diego, CA....................10/01/07
146. CulebraSol..............................Florida and Culebra, PR........03/18/09
147. ibmiked/Tanner........................San Antonio, TX.................03/21/09
148. retrojoe..................................Stevenso n, WA..................??/??/08
149. mbongio..................................Charlotte , NC.....................03/27/09
150. JohnyGluebag...........................Houston, TX......................Jan 09
151. SandStormDub..........................Portland, OR.......................May 08
152. jsciullo....................................Columb us, OH.................... 04/05/09
153. arlaquinn.................................Cortland , NY......................05/07/09
154. parnass...................................northern Illinois..................05/09/09
155. remembermorrison.....................Atlanta, GA.......................03/17/09
156. Careby....................................Northeas tern KY.................??/??/??
157. J&SFAIRSHARE/SAHARA..............Sedona, AZ........................May 09
158. Grimloc3/Gidget..........................Crestview, FL...................Jan 2009
159. BluStnMtn................................Holbrook, NY.....................07/18/09
160. kolar1/Samantha......................Norcal, CA........................08/15/09
161. theicecreamdan........................San Diego, CA...................08/10/09
162. JonnyD....................................SW Washington State........08/18/09
163. yayo.......................................San Dimas, CA..................08/20/09
164. PXLpainter/Effjay.....................Ojai, CA...........................08/18/09
165. 2dawgCRUISER..........................Temecula, CA...................April '08
166. mpauk......................................Denver, CO.....................09/04/09
167. Maineyak89...............................Between MA and ME.........Aug. 09
168. whiteblur85...............................Texarcan a, TX.................04/xx/08
169. tattuna....................................Pasaden a, CA..................05/30/08
170. medic103..................................Parkland , FL....................10/01/09
171. NeilJ/ASR.................................Panhandle, TX.................June 2009
172. ozman.......................................Conyer s, GA...................Oct. 2009
173. Keholio......................................Color ado........................03/15/09
174. Hagan.......................................Northe rn CA...................10/30/09
175. lawndart145...............................Houston, TX...................11/03/09
176. Vagabond1967............................Boynton Beach, FL...........10/16/09
177. tbone57/Thug..................Oxford mills, Ontario, Canada........10/26/09
178. rwells2531..................................Cornel is, NC....................12/2009

Honorary Sandstorms:
FZJ71.........................Kuwait City, Kuwait....12/23/06 (picture in post #43)
q80fj..........................Kuwait/Flint, MI.................................Post # 160