04 Disco II "Mel"

[MS_Disco]

Figure I needed to start a build thread since I just ordered a truck load of accessories. The next few weeks will see some radicle changes. First pic is the cleanest it's been, or probably will ever be. Ha

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[MS_Disco]

New Proshaft front "propshaft" as the Brits would say..No more highway vibration..


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[MS_Disco]

Rear Ladder and spare relocate kit today...

 

[MS_Disco]

New rear rotors and pads...4 new +2 Terrafirma shocks.

 

[Upliftphotography]

Looking good

 

[Overland-Indiana]

Looks good man.. What are your plans for this build?

 

[MS_Disco]

Looks good man.. What are your plans for this build?

Thanks!! Replacing all worn out parts first, custom 4x4 bumper and sliders are on the way. Followed by winch and roof rack. Custom trailer build is in the design phase.

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[4xFar Adventures]

Oh, shoulda posted earlier for your plans. For the spare tire, all you had to do was flip the tire carrier and redrill the center holes. They're off by less than an inch. You can use one of the backing plates as a template. I think you can squeeze a 33" on there before hitting the bumper.

I've done pretty much everything you can to a D2 (within reason). Always glad to help with the build, through the forums... I got excited when I saw your handle. Thought you were in San Francisco with me!

 

[MS_Disco]

Oh, shoulda posted earlier for your plans. For the spare tire, all you had to do was flip the tire carrier and redrill the center holes. They're off by less than an inch. You can use one of the backing plates as a template. I think you can squeeze a 33" on there before hitting the bumper.

I've done pretty much everything you can to a D2 (within reason). Always glad to help with the build, through the forums... I got excited when I saw your handle. Thought you were in San Francisco with me!

Funny you should mention the tire carrier, after I bolted it on I looked at it and laughed...Duh..Could have redrilled the holes and done!! Oh well, live and learn! Winch bumper and sliders should be here soon, I'll keep posting progress.

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[ProjectHellRaiser]

I dig it!

 

[MS_Disco]

Blacked the hood out...

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[MS_Disco]

Bumper is in, old bumper is no more.

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[4xFar Adventures]

You'll want to paint or make a smaller wash fluid bottle now... I made mine out of 3" pvc pipe. Bonus points for keeping the top of the stock filler neck!

 

[MS_Disco]

You'll want to paint or make a smaller wash fluid bottle now... I made mine out of 3" pvc pipe. Bonus points for keeping the top of the stock filler neck!

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Freakin GENIUS!!! Going to Home Depot right now!! Thanks!

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[Mark D]

Which front bumper is that? You happy with the way it is built?


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[MS_Disco]

Which front bumper is that? You happy with the way it is built?


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Custom 4x4 fabrication...Looks great, easy install..

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[4xFar Adventures]

Freakin GENIUS!!! Going to Home Depot right now!! Thanks!

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The holes for the grommets are fairly large. I think I used a 5/8" drill bit and had to ream it a little larger. Test fit them as you go. A small drop of soap will make them slide in easier. Oh, and the holes for the metal hose clamps were already there and fit perfectly:)

 

[MS_Disco]

All finished, less building a new washer bottle..

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[MS_Disco]

Sliders on the way...can I actually say it's almost where I want it??? NAH!!


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[TGF]

Very nice, man! Some great info in this thread too. Might need to do something with my own washer fluid reservoir.