The Phantom Of City Sadar Road

[khanrocks]

WOW !!!

It looking SMASHING out in the sun ... and its even going to look better with MATT BLACK .. YUM YUM ...

As I was away for a few days due to some road trips and workshop days i was really very much looking forward for some great update But to see it OUT side in the sun and u making the first test drive is really Awesome ...

" I can imagine a Wicked Smile on your face while thrashing it Around "

Cant wait to get a Ride in it

[fouadhafeez]

WOW !!!

It looking SMASHING out in the sun ... and its even going to look better with MATT BLACK .. YUM YUM ...

As I was away for a few days due to some road trips and workshop days i was really very much looking forward for some great update But to see it OUT side in the sun and u making the first test drive is really Awesome ...

" I can imagine a Wicked Smile on your face while thrashing it Around "

Cant wait to get a Ride in it

The words of appreciation and encouragement bring an even BIGGER smile to my face, Yasir!

Like I've posted elsewhere, there's still a LOT to be done with the beast. By conservative estimates, Jamil Ustaad (the denter) is going to take at LEAST a month to 6 weeks more to bring everything up to speed on the coachwork front. THEN the test and adjustment phase. THEN the paint. THEN the interior / ergonomics / amenities of life. So yes...the completion is still a while away.

But you're right...it's a great feeling getting to ride this beast which is being reincarnated from the ashes of a stock FJ40...even if it's just a rolling hunk of metal, for now. By the grace of Allah...it's starting to finally look the way I'd dared hope it would. For the first start-up...it's also BEHAVING fairly decently. Of course...making it perform as good as it looks (on ground rather than theoretically), is going to be a real challenge.

Looking forward to the continued support, and guidance, and best wishes, brother!

Cheers.

[fouadhafeez]

Check List For A Few Essential Items

1. Snorkel.
2. Recaro / Sparco seats for the front (already have the GMC seats for the rear).
3. Additional lights for the bumper and roof...MUST start looking around, already!
4. Dynamat sound/heat insulation...WHERE am I going to find THAT?!
   5. Arrangements for the upright chimney exhaust. Locally fabricated from new, or do I buy one off a scrapped M35?
5. Beadlocks. Locally available?
6. Compressor, for maintaining en site air pressure in those huge tyres.
7. Spare cans.
8. Tool box.
9. Hi Lift Jack (already purchased).
10. Tow strap / chain.

And the most important item...Paracetamol. LOTS of Paracetamol.

[qwertypoiu]

Custom bull bar and custom mounts on the bar for additional lights in addition to that something like the wrangler type lights with the windscreen or something like this tacuma

ref pix

something for the Roof

for the ogirinal FJ40 head lamps i would suggest IPF head light inserts... and roof and windscreen ones should be HID series. Bumper Normal halogen as they are totally water proof.

should have 3 buttons 1 for bull bar lights one for windscreen one for roof. and set as if all buttons are on and you are on low beam nothing should work. they should only work on high beam

[fouadhafeez]

Custom bull bar and custom mounts on the bar for additional lights in addition to that something like the wrangler type lights with the windscreen or something like this tacuma

ref pix

something for the Roof

for the ogirinal FJ40 head lamps i would suggest IPF head light inserts... and roof and windscreen ones should be HID series. Bumper Normal halogen as they are totally water proof.

should have 3 buttons 1 for bull bar lights one for windscreen one for roof. and set as if all buttons are on and you are on low beam nothing should work. they should only work on high beam

Terrific ideas.

Some TruckLite LEDs mounted on a Thule rack for the roof, a set of IPF Halogens for the bumper, a GoLight Stryker HiD mounted on the hood, and 55W HiDs instead of normal sealed beams.

A couple of million candlepower!

[chali]

Check List For A Few Essential Items

1. Snorkel.
2. Recaro / Sparco seats for the front (already have the GMC seats for the rear).
3. Additional lights for the bumper and roof...MUST start looking around, already!
4. Dynamat sound/heat insulation...WHERE am I going to find THAT?!
5. Arrangements for the upright chimney exhaust. Locally fabricated from new, or do I buy one off a scrapped M35?
6. Beadlocks. Locally available?
7. Compressor, for maintaining en site air pressure in those huge tyres.
8. Spare cans.
9. Tool box.
10. Hi Lift Jack (already purchased).
11. Tow strap / chain.

And the most important item...Paracetamol. LOTS of Paracetamol.

where did u buy this high lift jack from? im desperately looking for one

[fouadhafeez]

@chali: A fellow Pakwheeler who uses the screen name "veitnam" has opened a thread for the jack, Ali. His real name is Mr Irshad Miskeen. Give him an IM, or send him a message on his thread.

[fouadhafeez]

Now that we're nearing the end of the coachwork phase...it's high time to start thinking about the interior, too.

This is another area I've thought long and hard about. I had harboured plans of fitting an RKR dashboard to the inside of the cabin...but later on, I realised that this would go against the "ethos" of the vehicle I was trying to create. The Phantom MAY be an amalgam of parts culled from 60 and 70 Series TLCs...but it's very much a '40, nonetheless!

Whilst scouring the internet, I cam across these two beautiful pictures of a "stock" dashboard fitted to a '40. Let's see how capable I am at replicating / improving upon this model!

[chali]

don mind the spellings


RC FJ40


THIS KIND OF LIGHTS SET UP

[megatron]

Salam,

A heartiest congratulations on getting this close to building something this beautiful! Loved the sound of the engine...its simple orgasmic!

BTW did anyone notice how an unknown man literally "popped" from under the monster just when the engine fired? Looks like the monster's a mom now

And...a short clip of the 1HZ firing up...

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Regards

[fouadhafeez]

Salam,

A heartiest congratulations on getting this close to building something this beautiful! Loved the sound of the engine...its simple orgasmic!

BTW did anyone notice how an unknown man literally "popped" from under the monster just when the engine fired? Looks like the monster's a mom now

Regards

LOL

Actually, the "unknown man" is my very trusty driver Irfan (who, I must say, has been THE driving force behind making this beast). In the video, he's seen "hotwiring" the Phantom...hence the delayed start!

And thank you for the words of encouragement. As always, coming from all the multitude of friends, brothers, enthusiasts alike...they serve as inspiration to keep the project plodding on.

[fouadhafeez]

Long Distance Update

Work at Jamil Ustaad's place continues at a brisk pace. At this stage, it consists mostly of revetment, reinforcement and refinement...to the doors, the top, the rear cowling, the bonnet, the mudguards and the pickup tub. The wheel-arch trim will be fitted sometime in the very near future, too. Miscellaneous fabrications like the side-step/nudge bar, the roll cage, the bumper/winch fitting, will wait until after this weekend.

Also planned for this weekend: a visit to Tarnol, to check up on M35 upright exhausts.

At the same time, a hunt for parts also continues. The air conditioner blower, the heater blower, the gauge cluster panel for the dashboard, a new steering wheel, a set of rear lights, a new windscreen...all these are in the process of being procured.

To be brutallyly honest, I don't believe that the beast is going to be COMPLETELY ready any time before Independence Day (the middle of August). Any time before THAT, will simply be time saved.

[fouadhafeez]

I just re-read this thread. It never fails to inspire me.

https://www.pakwheels.com/forums/4x4-clubs-off-roaders-suv/61943-most-beautiful-4x4-truck-pakistan-5

[vague_one]

Bro, JazakAllah for the correspondence, was a blast talking to you....Detailing Crew is looking forward to put in their contribution now that you are nearing the end line…..marvelous journey till yet…..attention to every aspect of the build….from the steering clock down to the gearing…..not a 4 x 4 guy, but this labour of love just makes the inner “marlboro man” come out and raise his hand for a piece of the action! Wish you all the best for the remaining build!<o:p></o:p>

[fouadhafeez]

Bro, JazakAllah for the correspondence, was a blast talking to you....Detailing Crew is looking forward to put in their contribution now that you are nearing the end line…..marvelous journey till yet…..attention to every aspect of the build….from the steering clock down to the gearing…..not a 4 x 4 guy, but this labour of love just makes the inner “marlboro man” come out and raise his hand for a piece of the action! Wish you all the best for the remaining build!<o:p></o:p>

The pleasure was entirely mine, Usman! We must (and I suspect WILL) do this more often.

A handful of months from now I hope to be able to drive this beast to you, and let your crew of geniuses work some magic with it. Meanwhile, as per our discussion, I'm exploring various options for the actual finish. The masking/wrapping/cladding options we spoke about are very much a possibility!

Thanks for the good wishes, brother. Stay safe and happy.

Best regards.

Fouad.

[hidalgo]

been through this thread in 1 go
fouad bhai i liked the way you role at a time ap ne kafi pangay liay huay hn this monster and old school muscle cars
kool
good luck with ur projects

[fouadhafeez]

been through this thread in 1 go
fouad bhai i liked the way you role at a time ap ne kafi pangay liay huay hn this monster and old school muscle cars
kool
good luck with ur projects

Thank you for the good wishes, brother.

And as for engaging in multiple "pungas"...

Jahaan satya naas...wahaan sawa satya naas sahi!

[fouadhafeez]

Things progress slowly-but-surely with the Phantom.

The "final" denting has commenced...which is a good thing. I'm finally getting a sense of urgency to finish the job, from Jamil Ustaad and Co. Probably because the Phantom is occupying all the space in his shop! Beautiful, gleaming, shiny sheet-metal is finally starting to peer out from under the grime of ages. Very heartening, indeed.

Sorry guys...too tired to post pictures. Maybe some, tomorrow.

Cheers.

Fouad.

[aamir567]

Waiting for latest set of pictures

[vague_one]

Things progress slowly-but-surely with the Phantom.

The "final" denting has commenced...which is a good thing. I'm finally getting a sense of urgency to finish the job, from Jamil Ustaad and Co. Probably because the Phantom is occupying all the space in his shop! Beautiful, gleaming, shiny sheet-metal is finally starting to peer out from under the grime of ages. Very heartening, indeed.

Sorry guys...too tired to post pictures. Maybe some, tomorrow.

Cheers.

Fouad.

Sorta seems like the situation where on new years eve yer staring at the clock an waiting to start the party! Bhai jan, mutating a quote from Spiderman " With great projects, comes great responsibility" The eyes of many are waiting for those shots.............