Dry ice will help the sound deadener come out brother 👍🏿

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate wish I did a little more research before going ahead and chiseling it all out 😊😂

@lwclark

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, SO much easier. It chips off in big sheets.

This is me not leaving a comment about how funny the oil filter removing was. Coming on nicely guys, great work.👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 what a bloody disaster that was!

@v8greg79

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMeganlol, we live and learn mate, is good to see you are definately learning. 👍

Looking good guys 👍😁 but you might want to take the oil filter back off and fill it with oil before starting incase you get a air lock you won't want the bearings running dry 🤯

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will be doing this first thing Tommorow morning thanks for that mate!

@deanherezo2921

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe run a z40 and not the z24 you will have more room to get it off in the future

this was good to watch you guys do this together!! well done !

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brent😊

So good. I love seeing people who aren't qualified mechanics having a go and getting the job done like a true Australian.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate!

@banggrod

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan Don't listen to the haters mate. I'm a diesel fitter by trade and have done plenty of this stuff, you guys are doing an awesome job and restoring your dads ute is priceless. keep going, we are loving it.

nice work love how you are getting all the good tips from the viewers comments awesome

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

The comments coming through are brilliant hey! Helping us heaps. Thanks for watching mate.👍😊

Amazing job guys. Well done. Looking forward seeing the results 🙂

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nora!

Another great video. You guys are not messing around. Nice cruiser ute in the background

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Yep that cruiser is nice hey.

Wow, Megan an angel 😝. You guys work well. Thanks for sharing

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brad 😊

Well done guys, uses are doing an amazing job, and are just an inspiration to me starting my build. Keep up the amazing work love watching the content love it. Let go the fj 45 💯👍🏽

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the build mate you will know every single little thing about the car through the process.

Happy new year!! Geez you guys have been busy!! Great work!!

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Happy new year Warren! Have put a few hours into the build now!

Happy New Year Guys, enjoying all your vids 👍 Keep up the Great work, it's coming along nicely 👌 Cheers Rob

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob happy new year mate 😊

That chopped cruiser in the background 😍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

It’s an absolute beast hey!

Great job guys! Impressive !

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! Thanks for watching 😊

This video needs an awesome button! Well done J&M! happy new year to you, you've certainly been busy. Keep going 😃

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate, really appreciate the support 😊👍

Good job, Yes, please fill the oil filter before starting the engine

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be doing this thanks mate.

You'se are smashing it, nice work, the chassis looks mint.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks heaps mate, really appreciate the comment!

Nice a hzj79 front diff and coil towers will make the drive and comfort from 1/10 to 8/10. Great project guys.

Good idea to replace the water pump while it's easy . Keep up the good work

love the teamwork, love the content, cant wait to see this beast completed

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Really appreciate the comment 😊

@jusschilln9958

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan been a pleasure, keep up the great work!

Great work guys it’s good to see you’s are giving it a go your selfs you will learn so much more hands on then just watching someone else 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Mark! Absolutely we’re learning so much in the process 👍

I turned my FJ 80s SWB series into a banging Tojo soft top. It from one thousand to a cool Seventeen k overnight. Your on. a winner. Did you also know the original colour of yours, a bamboo yellow was used to paint all the Triumph 2500 because Triumphs were all assembled in Australia 🇦🇺 by Toyota up until 77. Oh if only we had a car manufacturers left in Australia 🇦🇺😅

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

The old swb ones are wicked hey! I thought the colour was mustard yellow? I actually had a triumph 2500 years ago bought it for $500 of an old bloke was a classic.

Epic content! Well done 👌🏼

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate! Appreciate the comment 🧡

Coming along nicely guys can't wait!!

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

If you struggle with the sound deadening - dry ice helps. Not the cheapest method but is a tried and tested method. Layer it up ~3cm thick in the floor and let it sit for 30min or so.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Wish I had done more research before chipping away at it for hours 😂

Hi guys loving the build well done 👍🏼

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Trevor! So glad you’re enjoying the series 😊👍

@trevorwebb9495

2 жыл бұрын

Loving it straight to the point no boring crap 👍🏼

Loving this series, Vice Grip Garage eat ya heart out!

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Coming along nicely 🙂 . Don't forget to take the side steps off the tub , they always get dirt behind them , when they go back on maybe use some mastic or similar compound to keep dirt and moisture out inthe future . Cheers guys .

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip Gordon!

@Gordon_L

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan I'm impressed at the level you took it down to , right to the chassis , big effort , you're doing awesome work there :-)

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

@@Gordon_L thanks mate appreciate it! Took a while but very happy with it now.

Nice work. Head down to BOC and get a heap of DRY ICE. Place the dry ICE on the floor and all that sound deadner will come off!!! MAGIC!

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate! Wish we'd seen the dry ice tips before chipping it off but oh well! 😅

If and when you remove the fill plug of the main gearbox , if it’s over full , which is highly likely, it means the seal between the gearbox and transfer case is not so good , so you can buy a kit that drains from one fill plug to the other

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Andrew thanks for watching. I did end up changing the gearbox oil and was all good. Thanks for the tip.

Happy New Year to you both. I'm so happy that I saw this video. Why, I learned what is left and right. Or, how do I turn to loosen an oil filter, thank you! Really very helpful. But, you must urgently speak with your assistant, topic work clothes: safety shoes, gloves, respiratory protection (paint and solvent). If he refuses in the future, there will be the first warning. Continue to have fun and no injuries. Greetings from Germany.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 thanks for watching Jens!

Good job mate 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! 😊👍

G'day guy's,love the build i learn't to fwd in the 45 in central Oz so will aways love the truck.Thanks for the memories....

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

No worries Doug thanks for watching! Such an awesome 4x4 hey

Mad skills. Well done 👏 ✔ 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Great job guys, you might want to check the gap on the spark plugs, and after 15 years the water pump may need replacing and the alternator will need checking to see if it’s charging, looking forward to the rest of the build

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan got a few comments regarding spark plug gaps very interesting so will be checking this for sure. Also have a water pump on the way 👍

Only found your channel yesterday. Binged the forst 3 episodes so im very keen to eatch this one bow

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shane appreciate it mate! 😊

@ccmogs5757

2 жыл бұрын

Fairly recent myself & binge watched nearly all the video"s - good channel & a nice couple :)

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

@@ccmogs5757 Thanks mate. 👍

Nothing wrong with removing the oil filter like u did. Done that myself on multiple cars before. Not stupid if it works ;) Also a good practise is to bolt the engine in before you take it off the crane, so that incase something happens the engine wont fall.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂 good little trick the old screw driver hey!

We love your videos as we watch them none stop and you give us a good laugh. We love your channel so thank you. Have watched them since day 1. Keep the videos coming as we wish they where more often lol.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

R tree hanks guys we really appreciate it glad you’re enjoying the vids!

@mareelewis7639

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan You both are the best on youtube as you are just you and don't put on a act. We think it is funny with the 4b your doing up and it has given us confidence to think about trying things ourselves so thank you for doing this project. Amazing you both are. Take care and don't let anyone bring you down.

Epic! You guys are flying

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers mate! Feels slow at the time but very satisfying when it’s timelapsed 😆

Nice Project

Gday Guys ... Happy New year ... i thought youd be back on the road and camping in it by now hahaha ... NOT ... you are doing a fantastic job really ... its looking good ... well done

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Macka we wish 😂

Woohooo. Keep it coming .

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate!

Well done guys , cheers shaneo nelson, nz 🍺👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Shane! Thanks for watching 😊👍

Loving the build. Magnetic tip on your screwdriver would’ve picked that filler plug out the oil. There’s an easy tip for you. And yes it took me way too many times to figure that one out

@shanekumar3403

2 жыл бұрын

Thats a good tip, never thought to use a screwdriver, always went fishing

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip mate 😂 have been dropping them in the oil for years haha

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

You guys are great TV entertainment. Love your shows. I have to ask, did you do a compression test on the old V8. It will tell you wear on engine, rings and seals etc. So easy to do and tools cheap as well.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

We have not but considering it now. The engine was only 5000kms old when parked up it was fully rebuild along with clutch and gearbox 👍

Mate, you two are solid as the best, can’t wait for the rest of the build runs in the paint and all, lol

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Haha there were definitely a few runs! 😅 Thanks for watching mate!

Finally a new episode 🙌🍻

Just smear some more grease around Megan, just makes it look like she’s been doing something!😂 Great job!

If you can get ahold of some dry ice an use a hammer mullet breaks up really easy they do it a lot in the states I know you can get it in Melbourne just not sure we’re abouts use are in nsw

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Already chiseled it out unfortunately. I wish I did more research 😂😂

@leighsavage3267

2 жыл бұрын

That would have been fun chiseling away at it. If you do another build might be worth a try or if you found another way would be great to see . Probably one of the fastest testo on KZread

Also look at replacing carby with a modern fuel injection 4 barrel carby there great

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

While the cab is off I recommend getting a new/reco alternator; new/reco water pump & gaskets; new/reco oil & steering pumps (if it has a steering pump); new rocker cover gaskets.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be replacing the water pump and unfortunately no power steering on the old beast 😅

Probably to late. But decent gasket goo will do for exhaust manifold gasket. Thats all my engine builder ever runs. Also probably to late. But while theres good access id be doing front and rear main seals. But i suppose when do you stop

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Josh just got the new manifold gaskets on the other day they came up a treat. Thanks for the tip mate.

You should look at fitting a current spec engine , one with fuel injection etc as it will have more power and be cheaper to run and service .....

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

I laughed when Megan said while she was holding the spray can, "Do you really going to leave me alone with this?" 🤣🤣 Good on ya, Megan 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Haha hopefully by the end of the build I will be a bit more confident! 😅😂

@chazzer1969

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan Well, I believe in both of you. It might take some time, but I know it will come out just Perfect. Can't wait. Wish you both "All the Best" 2022 is gonna be The Best Year for both of you. Take care 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

@@chazzer1969 thanks so much for the kind words Chaz! Happy new year keep safe 😊👍

Wicked video, keep up the wicked work

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate!

Looking good did you replace the core plugs or are they OK happy new year's to you both I hope you have a great year see ya Ron

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ron after doing some research on core plugs they seem to be fine thanks for that 👍

Dry ice on the sound deading makes it a breeze to come off .

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Put an oil relocation kit on before the cab goes back on.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Yep always put some oil in filter before hand other than that great show guys

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave will be doing this for sure .

Absolutely mint

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Roman! 🤙🏼

I've seen others use dry ice when removing sound deadening on cars. And it's amazing how quickly and cleanly it just chips off with dry ice. Question is, where do you buy dry ice?

@D4NS80

2 жыл бұрын

BOC Gas sells it for about $20 bucks for a full esky

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip mate wish I knew this when I was trying to get it of 😂😂

Legends! Loving this build and how you are pumping the episode’s out so quick, way to go J & M! Can’t wait to see it back on the road, I will be looking out for it and giving you a big thumbs up if I drive past. One question, how did you end up with such an amazing workshop to work in?? Haha one more question actually, are you guys working regular jobs or are you just smashing this truck out and YouTubing? Keep rocking the build guys, they are a classic the old 45… desperate to build one myself,

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

We will look out for ya mate! I have a close mate with a work shop that pretty much has everything we need and help out where ever I can in exchange. Megan is running socials Instagram/KZread full time and myself working a couple days a week otherwise every other day is on the build 👍

@ryanphotostudio

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan sounds like a good setup, keep up the top work, you will have a sick rig in no time. Look out for a white 200 series with a Stormtrooper strapped to the UHF aerial- that will be me gawking at ya truck and giving the two thumbs up haha... actually you should get a truck mascot!

Always told as a kid to fill the new oil filter up with new oil before installing it

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

If you do something like this again keep the old plugs/filter/parts in place until you finish your painting and then change them; save yourself some masking or overspray on the new parts. You two are doing great.

It's progressing well. Did you also capture the sandblasting of the chassis and body panels? If so, it would be good to see that also. 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate we filmed a bit of it at the end of our most recent episode! 👍

Hi guys love the content 👍, couldn't help but notice, don't rush your going this far into a vehicle do it properly, if something needs replacing just replace it, spend the time, you'll thank me later.

Did you replace clutch & pressure plate plus throw out bearing while you had engine/gearbox out?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi mate all these components are less then 5000kms. And apparently the engine was fully rebuilt at the same time.

Put an oil filter relocator kit on it guys, they are cheap and will improve your life alot when servicing 😅

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

What gap did you set the plugs at , you have to do that. Great to watch young people doing things and learning on the way . It can only make your relationship stronger . Great Work Regards Mark.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mark thanks for the tip I will be doing this now that you have told me! You wouldn’t happen to know the answer would you? Other wise I’m sure a quick Google search will tell me. Cheers mate. 👍😊

@doctoredic

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan Every vehicle is different , just look up the settings and you are good to go. It makes a lot of difference to performance.

Id pull sump off . Make sure its clean while its out

@annalouise280110

2 жыл бұрын

Simple basic mechanical maintenance

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

I did end up doing this and was all good inside. 👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

👍

Forget the fj, take the 100 series Ute chopped in the back 😎🤙🏽

Put some oil in the oil filter before installing it👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Have now done this thanks mate!

Looking good Guys, brings back many memories, are you going to Rhino Line inside and under the Cab ? and you know your Dad/Father inlaw would love to see 350 Decals on the Motor.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

350 decals have been ordered😬 and we will be sound deadening the cab mate!

@65cj55

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan Very cool.

Go all the way through the oil filter

Love your videos guys was so keen when u guys starter the first video faster uploads would be great tho good job

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching mate! Glad you’re enjoying the series, we’ll try our best! 😊👍

J & M, It’s Looking awesome guys 👍 Did you put any thought into actually removing the sump. Since the engine is nice & accessible I would seriously consider that just to see what sort of sludge is in there, if any Another one, again before the body is on, had you put any thought in breaking the gearbox off, removing the clutch and replacing the Rear Main (seal). The other beauty of that is you will get to check out the clutch & flywheel etc? Not that expensive & could save a few tears just down the track. I will shut up now 😂

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate the engine and gearbox clutch transfer case are all fully rebuilt 5000kms ago. But we will definitely replace sump gasket and water pump! Thanks for the tips.

@GR8Tmate

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan I remember you said the engine had been rebuilt but I’m assuming that was before it sat for 15 years (however long it was). My only thought there was if it’s sat that long, I wonder what it’s like. Anyway, it’s not that difficult to do later, I only hope if it has deteriorated that it doesn’t let go catastrophically. Anyway, everyone is chiming in & I shouldn’t add to that. It’s looking awesome, the chassis came up like new. Good on you guys 👍

Bet they make an oil pan with sump plug at the bottom Edit : always used to hit sump plugs with a hammer when i was a diesel mechanic... super useful hint for everyone. If your in sydney be happy to help free of charge

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah the drain plug is in an odd spot hey. In Perth unfortunately mate thanks tho 😊😊

Hell yeah

Hey mate the roof is it new our second hand if it’s new you should paint it they come out of the moled white that’s the gel coat it will go to shit my bonnet scoop did

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

It new so yep I guess I’ll paint it for sure.

@joshuamcgrath2712

2 жыл бұрын

Doing a great job bud

@rorymundy1790

2 жыл бұрын

It’s fine gelcoat is the same as a boat hull

I’d suggest doing a compression test ASAP & see if the motor is any good to begin with. It would be a shame to do all that work only to discover it’s got bad rings

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave the engine was rebuilt 5000 kms before it was parked up but will be doing a compression test yes 👍😊

Great episode but wouldn’t put 10w-30 oil in an old chev engine

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Have since changed the oil after getting a few comments what would you recommend?

What’s your long term plans for the land cruiser

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate we will be giving it back to my old man after taking it on a couple of camping trips once it's finished 👍

As for removing the oil filter with a screwdriver. If it works is it really a bad idea?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂

did you give Toyota a go for the gasket? alot of the 40 series parts are still available

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

I did mate no luck tho at the time unfortunately

Throw a new water pump on it while your at it !!

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will definitely be doing this thanks for the tip!

That was a crap oil filter removal !!!!!!! LOL, Cheers.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

Plug leads and points?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

They are pretty much new mate 👍😊

Now redrain the engine oil out and put in some 25/60 or 30/70 oil

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that mate I have a feeling I’ve gone with the oil?

Why not send the engine in for a full reconditioning while it was out?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey mate thanks for wat Hong but the engine was actually rebuilt 5000kms ago so taking our chances for now.

They make a socket to fit your oil filter makes it Mickey Mouse to replace 👍👍

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Have seen these just forgot to buy one 😂

I'd be changing the belts aswell guys

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will also be doing this 👍😊

🎥👍👍👍

Nice, did you fit a new water pump, no point making it look pretty if the water pump dies and cooks the donk,

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Will be changing water pump yes waiting on parts😊. Thanks for watching mate.

@craigtomkinson2837

2 жыл бұрын

@@itsJackandMegan nice work all over it,

You painted the horn black . It’s not going to work as well unless it’s red . 😜😜

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂

Ummm Where did you get your riggers ticket from ? 😂🤣

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂

What year is the old girl?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

1980 😊

Is this a patreon video? Im only a subscriber guys?

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Gail! We upload our videos early the previous Monday for our patreons but sundays will always be for our subscribers!

I'm confused by this build???? You've gone to the effort to sand blast chassis and cab but are taking too many sort-cuts in other areas. I find this frustrating because of my anal attention to detail. I didn't see gaskets under the rocker covers either. At this rate it'll be finished in a month. I'm three years into mine and have two to go. Great work. Marty from Perth

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

New gaskets are under the rocker covers they are definitely there. Thanks for watching Marty. 👍

Don't oil the seal mate. Defeats the purpose of a seal. Also it doesn't hurt to put some oil in the filter with the older engines also.

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips mate. 😊👍

Your FJ45 engine rebuild will be looking " TICKETY BOO " . ie: amazing. - coming together nicely- Something that is micky mouse is a piece of garbage. amateur, unprofessional..

@itsJackandMegan

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that mate Tickety boo it is then 👍