Author Topic: Making Of The Willy Mammoth (Read 789592 times)

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #840 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 04:08:42 AM »

Quote from: rocktoy35 on Jul 14, 2005, 10:09:06 PM

Looking good.I did notice in one of the pics you don't have a rubber sleeve on your tailgate chains.You planning on using anything or are you just gonna listen to the music they make and the paint they remove?

Can't seem to find the rite size tubing. Trying to find some electrial spaghetti, but so far no luck.

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #841 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 04:11:17 AM »

Quote from: MiniSimp on Jul 14, 2005, 10:17:26 PM

Nice boxes!
Need to paint them Olive Drab Green with "EXPLOSIVE" stensiled on them.

Thinking about grey green DP 40 epoxy primer, but who has time for that now, it will have to wait. At least they are water tight

OffRoadGal · « **Reply #842 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 05:41:54 AM »

Quote from: MiniSimp on Jul 14, 2005, 10:17:26 PM

Nice boxes!
Need to paint them Olive Drab Green with "EXPLOSIVE" stensiled on them.

I am sure the CA ranger patrols will appreciate that! LOL!
MrW what about that rubber tubing I bought for the chains? That won't work?

BUBBA · « **Reply #843 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 09:18:53 AM »

For the chains try finding some heat shrink.I know they make some that would work,the guy who run's the hunting store here uses it on tree stands that have chains.Works really well and stiffens the chain up also so it's not slapping back and forth but still flexiable enough to use.

MiniSimp · « **Reply #844 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 10:49:26 AM »

http://www.tamparubber.com/linecard.htm
http://www.tamparubber.com/hosetube.htm
Or check out your local hardware store, the clear rubber tubing is usually on rolls by the reels of chain and rope.

gonzo · « **Reply #845 on:** Jul 15, 2005, 10:55:30 AM »

Heat shrink tape.

http://order.harborfreight.com/EasyAsk/harborfreight/results.jsp

awhotrods · « **Reply #846 on:** Jul 17, 2005, 09:18:48 AM »

lookin good mr+mrs w, one thing I noticed was that lock on the back latch... It will swing all over the place and remove that pretty yellow paint!

PAToyota · « **Reply #847 on:** Jul 17, 2005, 09:37:38 AM »

Just discovered this thread. Wow!! Mr. W. is da man! The attention to detail on this buildup is incredible. I haven't made it the whole way through, just taking my time to look at everything.

Lady Di · « **Reply #848 on:** Jul 19, 2005, 05:16:54 PM »

Quote from: rocktoy35 on Jul 15, 2005, 09:18:53 AM

For the chains try finding some heat shrink.I know they make some that would work,the guy who run's the hunting store here uses it on tree stands that have chains.Works really well and stiffens the chain up also so it's not slapping back and forth but still flexiable enough to use.

THe only trouble with heat shrink tube in this florida heat is it will, well, shrink! LOL! I had a length of rubber tubing that just fit over the chains that MrW put on the chains.
We went out Sun. to test 'er out, I'm surprised MrW hasn't posted anything on it yet. Unless it's on the Sighting of thread.

MiniSimp · « **Reply #849 on:** Jul 19, 2005, 05:20:46 PM »

Quote from: MrsWillyMammoth on Jul 19, 2005, 05:16:54 PM

I had a length of rubber tubing that just fit over the chains that MrW put on the chains.

Quote from: MrsWillyMammoth on Jul 19, 2005, 05:16:54 PM

We went out Sun. to test 'er out

Come on! You know better!!!!

Lady Di · « **Reply #850 on:** Jul 19, 2005, 06:29:27 PM »

I don't have pictures of the chain right now but you can see our Sunday excursion here on The Sightings of the Willy Mammoth:

http://board.marlincrawler.com/index.php?topic=10805.new#new a good time was had by all!

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #851 on:** Jul 19, 2005, 07:37:37 PM »

I got the power steering hose fixed today and made sure they pushed the hose all the way in the fitting this time. I also fixed the pump so it turns faster at idle (600 rpm) so the steering works with out reving the engine. I used a water pump pulley and fitted it to the hub of the old pulley. It is about half the size and the steering now works at idle. Still need to order the ram and fittings for the ram assist.

And now I need to change the oil in the rear diff cause some how we knocked the breather off and fill ed it with water.

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #852 on:** Jul 20, 2005, 09:24:11 PM »

Hot Dam, Look what I just got.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7986853743&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3ABID&rd=1

Next is getting it in my sweaty little palms.

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #853 on:** Jul 20, 2005, 09:37:46 PM »

MiniSimp · « **Reply #854 on:** Jul 20, 2005, 09:43:31 PM »

Sick!

lilbuddy · « **Reply #855 on:** Jul 20, 2005, 10:20:27 PM »

Sweet! Your willy will go fast now

FATB0Y · « **Reply #856 on:** Jul 20, 2005, 10:28:31 PM »

I wonder would one work on my 22r

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #857 on:** Jul 21, 2005, 04:04:14 AM »

Quote from: 03HDFATBOY on Jul 20, 2005, 10:28:31 PM

I wonder would one work on my 22r

Yup, And I have a Friend that has a complete root blower setup for a 22R. He has only used it for a couple months and took it off when he wasn't aloud to run it in the mud bogs. I am waiting for him to let me post it in the parts section. That would be a nice bolt on kit

InstaGator · « **Reply #858 on:** Jul 23, 2005, 08:46:49 AM »

SkyCraft on Fairbanks ave has all kinds of shrink tube and rubber hoses on the shelf. I'm still in awe over that willy. Also have you seen the one that is the same color (but I think it is closer to stock) on Tuskawilla rd. between Redbug and d**e? The 1st time I saw it I thought it was yours but it has smaller tires.
Lator.....

FATB0Y · « **Reply #859 on:** Jul 24, 2005, 05:38:18 PM »

Quote from: Willy Mammoth on Jul 21, 2005, 04:04:14 AM

Yup, And I have a Friend that has a complete root blower setup for a 22R. He has only used it for a couple months and took it off when he wasn't aloud to run it in the mud bogs. I am waiting for him to let me post it in the parts section. That would be a nice bolt on kit

Me likey the sound of that

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #860 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 04:12:13 PM »

Parts is Parts

Just got a shipment of parts and had to post some pictures.

Hydrolic ram and fittings. D rings and ancor pots for trailer.

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #861 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 04:13:54 PM »

Brand new raditaor to cut up and build an all aluminum radiator with.

BUBBA · « **Reply #862 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 04:42:54 PM »

sweet parts,where did you get the d rings

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #863 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 04:53:44 PM »

They got them bigger if you want, but these are 5/8". They are rated at 18,000 lbs.

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=6970&productId=20047&R=20047

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #864 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 04:56:31 PM »

Here is the radiator cut apart waiting for the aluminum to make tanks.

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #865 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 05:01:15 PM »

This my new Dynamax turbo muffler with 3" in / out. Notice the swedge factor on this 2 1/2" muffler making it " 3" " @$$ wipes I emailed them an told them this is false advertising. They replied with oyea we do that to increase the back pressure.

Why would you want to increase the back pressure on a 3" muffler, why not just use a 2 1/2".

BUBBA · « **Reply #866 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 05:19:51 PM »

Quote from: Willy Mammoth on Jul 28, 2005, 04:53:44 PM

They got them bigger if you want, but these are 5/8". They are rated at 18,000 lbs.

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=6970&productId=20047&R=20047

Cool,I'm gonna check out the local steel supply and see if they got any,probably wont' be any cheaper though.I really need some for my new trailer,the tie down's on it aren't where Id like them to be.
That sucks about the muffler,that's just one of those advertising gimmicks to get you to buy it.

MiniSimp · « **Reply #867 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 05:49:56 PM »

Right on Willy!
September is coming fast......

Willy Mammoth · « **Reply #868 on:** Jul 28, 2005, 06:10:37 PM »

Quote from: MiniSimp on Jul 28, 2005, 05:49:56 PM

Right on Willy!
September is coming fast......

Damit already, I thought I had pleanty of time.

I guess I will just have to bring it how ever it is when the time comes. Doesn't look like any of the drive shaft mods will get done for this trip.

But at least it should stay cool and steer.

I know, lets try to put a supercharger on instead of fixing the high pinion rear problem cause what I realy need is more power to break parts with.

FATB0Y · « **Reply #869 on:** Jul 29, 2005, 01:52:40 PM »

Quote from: Willy Mammoth on Jul 28, 2005, 06:10:37 PM

I know, lets try to put a supercharger on instead of fixing the high pinion rear problem cause what I realy need is more power to break parts with.

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