FJ Cruisers of Northern California

BMC in Bay Area?

Hi Folks,

I just got a new set of tires (Thanks RogueFJ!) and it looks like I'll need a BMC done. Does anyone know a place that does it? Or is anyone able to help me do it? I'll bring the beer!

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Permalink Reply by Meestar Jim on January 5, 2013 at 3:02pm

All you need is a Sawzall (reciprocating saw) and a grinder. Super easy. Some folks weld in a plate afterwards, some do not. In fact there are some that have run their FJs for years without welding plates back in. Look in my pictures and see mine. I did end up welding plates in (a buddy did really) after a few days. But the cut is easy, just intimidating if you've never done it. Where exactly are you located? I'm willing to lend a hand depending on when you need it done by. This weekend is out for me. Next is a real possibility.

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Permalink Reply by UlySi on January 5, 2013 at 6:07pm

Are lifted??? If not max out your caster it will stop it from rubbing!!

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Permalink Reply by MenGo on January 5, 2013 at 6:21pm

Thanks Meestar! I'm up for it. I can wait too! I live in Sunnyvale/Santa Clara. I wish I had the tools and the garage. I'm in an apartment and they tend to frown on me when I play with my toys...its hard when you have the mod-bug...I'll PM you and see if we can do something about this rubbing...

Hey Ulysi. Yeah, I have a RC 3" lift on it. Took it to Firestone today to make use of my "lifetime alignment warranty". They told me they won't do anything out of specs. I tried and tried but he just won't do the +3.5 caster.

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Permalink Reply by Meestar Jim on January 5, 2013 at 9:29pm

Got your friend request and sent you a message. I'm down for Saturday, question is are you comming to my driveway or do you have a spot to chop?

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Permalink Reply by MenGo on January 5, 2013 at 9:35pm

I'm game for the drive! I'll come to you! PM'ed you back.

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Permalink Reply by Meestar Jim on January 6, 2013 at 1:26am

PM sent

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Permalink Reply by MenGo on January 14, 2013 at 10:11am

Just wanted to say it here too! Thanks Meestar Jim!!! It was great meeting you and super thanks on the BMC you did for me. I felt bad because all I did was sit there and look pretty while you got down and dirty with my FJ! :D

She doesn't rub anymore!

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Permalink Reply by Meestar Jim on January 14, 2013 at 12:12pm

Great meeting you and your lady too Mengo! And thanks for the beer!!!

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Permalink Reply by Lagwagon on January 14, 2013 at 12:15pm

Cool, can you post a pic? Did Jim weld a plate or leave open? I gotta get this done very soon.

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Permalink Reply by Meestar Jim on January 14, 2013 at 12:29pm

Hey BGameFJ, I only chopped the mounts and painted to keep rust out until Mengo decides to get plates welded on. Hopefully he will post pics. I ran mine without plates for a while with no problems. Finally had a buddy weld plates on for piece of mind.

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Permalink Reply by MenGo on January 14, 2013 at 12:34pm

I'm currently at work, but I will post up pics later on tonight. I'm leaving it open for now until I find someone to weld...or until Jim is trained on it! :P More stout beer coming your way!