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1st December 2014, 08:37 AM
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Guatemala 1990 GQ/Y60 SWB Diesel
I recently purchased a new-to-me 1990 GQ/Y60 SWB Patrol, Diesel and figured I'd start a build thread right away. I was late to the game with my FJ.
The first stage of my build will concentrate on the following:
1. Attending to key engine and structural needs
2. Complete refurbishment of the interior
3. New lights, front and rear, washer blades, etc.
4. Blacking out the wheels (or replacing them)
5. BFG KM2s
My overall build strategy: dependable and capable overland vehicle used for weekend getaways, accessing remote trails for trail running with my Ridgeback, and 2-3 week-long expeditions that involve highway and backcountry access.
Pics of my progress to-date...
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1st December 2014 08:37 AM
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1st December 2014, 08:54 AM
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Continuation of progress from 1st post..
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I ordered a pair of PIAA LED 570 Driving lights that are scheduled to arrive on Tuesday and hope to have them installed before next weekend. The GQ is currently at the shop getting new brake discs, pads, and a bunch of other TLC goodies, as well as a refurbishment of the chasis.
I'm starting to look at a suspension lift kit so all suggestions/recommendations are welcome! The way my rig sits, I think it may even have an aftermarket suspension in the rear???
I hope to have the interior re-painted in the next week and will be laying down all-weather matting. And, if I can find it in Guatemala, I will be adding some diamond plating for a little flare/bling
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1st December 2014, 09:01 AM
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Pics of the suspension that I am wanting to replace and ugrade...
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Last edited by InterFJ; 1st December 2014 at 09:22 AM.
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1st December 2014, 09:51 AM
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Patrol Freak
looks good mate, I like the Black............
Tidy Whitey - 99 GU TD42Ti - Diesel Gas, (GUIV Turbo & Intercooler 8Lb boost), 33" Micky T's Baja MTZ's, Dual Batt's, Cargo Barrier, rear draws, HID Super Oscars, winch, Grinch & witch attached and more goodies to come
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1st December 2014, 02:14 PM
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Patrol God
Thanks for the pics mate, good to see progress.
2003 gu3 td42tdi sold 😞 bloody gvm towing crap. Bt50 3500kg gvm.
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1st December 2014, 03:40 PM
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Patrol God
Looking good,,, a 2" lift should see you go about anywhere with care
04 ST 3lt auto, not enough Mods to keep me happy, but getting there
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1st December 2014, 11:51 PM
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Thanks! I'm looking into the OME suspension. Hope to have it on by February.
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3rd December 2014, 12:03 PM
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15th December 2014, 10:58 PM
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Just ordered some ARB goodies. Unfortunately, everything won't arrive until mid-February so the install and new look/performance probably won't happen until around March 2015. Let the waiting game begin.
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16th December 2014, 12:41 PM
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After weeks of searching I finally found some diamond plating here in Guatemala! It's the little things that make us happy when living overseas and in a market you are unfamiliar with. Will be checking out a workshop on Friday to get a quote on installing diamond plating to the door panels, including the rear, in combination with an all-weather, durable black fabric to lessen the "bling" of the metal.
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