This thread is dedicated to the build up of my 2013 Iceberg 6MT known as Snow Leopard. I have updated the first post to outline the various components I have designed and offered to the community over the years, many of which were carried by Shrockworks prior to their bankruptcy. Links are provided to the relevant sections of this thread to capture their development.
Anyway, I have a bit of catching up to do as I purchased Snow Leopard in July of 2013 and have already done a good bit of modification. I intend to keep the most up to date pictures below, with the build in chronological order following:
Okay, from the beginning. Bought the truck 7/2/2013 with 6 miles on it. She is a 2013 Iceberg 6MT with the following options:
At the time I purchased my FJ in 2013, there were no washer tank relocation options due to the addition of the secondary air injection system on 2013 and up model years. I set about to design my own washer relocation kit:
And the accompanying bracket, wiring extension and hardware:
Mounting bracket installed:
Alternate tank bracket with secondary air relocation to allow dual battery installation:
More detail starting here: Washer Tank Development
2/27/14 Update: Designed a new engine cover to replace the stock one. Not exactly a "functional" mod, but it makes me happy when I look at it.
Engine Cover Install (Page 6)
~5/14 Update: Designed and installed a breather setup for the front and rear diff, transfer case and transmission.
SCUBA Mod (Page 11)
Late 2014 Update - Auxiliary Battery Tray Design and Installation:
Auxiliary Battery Tray (Page 15)
1/2015 Update - Design of Isolator Bracket:
Completion of Dual Battery Setup (Page 37)
Design of Additional relay and fuse module bracket (Single and Dual Bussman):
Complete Engine Bay:
Anyway, I have a bit of catching up to do as I purchased Snow Leopard in July of 2013 and have already done a good bit of modification. I intend to keep the most up to date pictures below, with the build in chronological order following:
Okay, from the beginning. Bought the truck 7/2/2013 with 6 miles on it. She is a 2013 Iceberg 6MT with the following options:
- Off Road Package
- Rock Sliders
- Roof Rack
- TRD Quick Shifter
- Tow Package
At the time I purchased my FJ in 2013, there were no washer tank relocation options due to the addition of the secondary air injection system on 2013 and up model years. I set about to design my own washer relocation kit:
And the accompanying bracket, wiring extension and hardware:
Mounting bracket installed:
Alternate tank bracket with secondary air relocation to allow dual battery installation:
More detail starting here: Washer Tank Development
2/27/14 Update: Designed a new engine cover to replace the stock one. Not exactly a "functional" mod, but it makes me happy when I look at it.
Engine Cover Install (Page 6)
~5/14 Update: Designed and installed a breather setup for the front and rear diff, transfer case and transmission.
SCUBA Mod (Page 11)
Late 2014 Update - Auxiliary Battery Tray Design and Installation:
Auxiliary Battery Tray (Page 15)
1/2015 Update - Design of Isolator Bracket:
Completion of Dual Battery Setup (Page 37)
Design of Additional relay and fuse module bracket (Single and Dual Bussman):
Complete Engine Bay: