Samurai Build

[Sl1ck01]

I have this samurai for a few years now and have decided to start my first build. I am a novice welder and have never taken on a project like this so we will see how this turns out! Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Build Plans:

• Toyota axles already built with 5.29 gears, front detroit locker and longfield shafts, rear is spooled.
• Toyota IFS steering box that I will attempt to tap for hydro assist.
• Extend wheelbase to 95 inches.
• I want to keep the samurai look but cut the rear of the tub off and fab a bed using the original tailgate.
• Suspension front will stay leafs, rear will be upper triangulated 4 link with airshocks.

 

[Sl1ck01]

Disassembly

 

[Sl1ck01]

Windshield and targa bar installed, Axles out!

 

[Sl1ck01]

Steering box, axles and new Plasma Torch!

 

[Weasel]

cool project! Colts done several of these little rigs so if ya get stumped.

 

[Chrisstewart]

Looks like a sweet start to a build. How's it going so far?