My new Project. A teeny tiny Nissan truck! The 4W73

14000rpm · 18th May 2014, 10:36

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Originally Posted by jyobeb

Actually I plan to use the Bolero doors, as is!

got you. when you extended the cab, I kind of assumed you would increase the door aperture too. that would've been a bit complex.

jyobeb · 18th May 2014, 10:54

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Originally Posted by 14000rpm

got you. when you extended the cab, I kind of assumed you would increase the door aperture too. that would've been a bit complex.

I really did not think it necessary. Actually, what would help are taller doors (for easier ingress) but that would have made the profile go for a toss!

Parm · 18th May 2014, 19:00

@ Jyobeb.

Here is some inspiration for your project. I will try to get more photos of the Dodge Wagon for you.

Majumdarda · 23rd May 2014, 15:10

Recently spotted one 4W73 at Pune (http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/vintag...ml#post3439727)

Keeping myself tagged in for updates coming.

jyobeb · 2nd June 2014, 11:38

Some more pictures of work done in the last 10 days.

jyobeb · 10th June 2014, 10:15

The removable top getting ready.

Cj3bDog · 10th June 2014, 14:25

I am glued to this thread now. Old military guys are big fan of these trucks (including JONGA). They talk about the potential these old Nissan vehicles possess. I would love to see the final outcome.

jyobeb · 11th June 2014, 18:57

The top is now ready. Now for the dashboard and then the pickup bay.

4x4addict · 11th June 2014, 20:52

Truck is turning out well. Did you fit the Hino engine and 5-speed with T-case yet?

jyobeb · 11th June 2014, 21:30

Not Hino. I am fitting the Cummins 4BT.

mandhir.s.bajwa · 11th June 2014, 22:02

Saw this thread now, and it brought back my school time memories. As few of the lads here, I too used to go to school in one. And the timeless designs and aura of these vehicles is unmatched. Also do remember shaktimans and the Jonga's of the army. truely go anywhere vehicles.
Hooked to this thread now and the work is turning out to be really good. Waiting for the final touches

jyobeb · 17th June 2014, 11:50

A few comparison pics.

jyobeb · 19th June 2014, 16:23

Getting the steering, suspended pedals and seats ready.

jyobeb · 19th June 2014, 19:18

The booster is fixed wrong and it has since been corrected.

14000rpm · 19th June 2014, 22:09

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Getting the steering, suspended pedals and seats ready.

isn't the steering angle an ergonomic nightmare? is it comfortable as is?

18th May 2014, 19:00	#93
Parm Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: in a Toyota! Posts: 2,753 Thanked: 890 Times	Re: My new Project. A teeny tiny Nissan truck! The 4W73 @ Jyobeb. Here is some inspiration for your project. I will try to get more photos of the Dodge Wagon for you. Attached Thumbnails
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Majumdarda Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Pune Posts: 1,025 Thanked: 1,093 Times View My Garage	Re: My new Project. A teeny tiny Nissan truck! The 4W73 Recently spotted one 4W73 at Pune (http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/vintag...ml#post3439727) Keeping myself tagged in for updates coming.
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2nd June 2014, 11:38	#95
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	Some more pictures of work done in the last 10 days. Attached Images
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10th June 2014, 10:15	#96
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	The removable top getting ready. Attached Images
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10th June 2014, 14:25	#97
Cj3bDog BHPian Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: New Delhi Posts: 82 Thanked: 36 Times	Re: My new Project. A teeny tiny Nissan truck! The 4W73 I am glued to this thread now. Old military guys are big fan of these trucks (including JONGA). They talk about the potential these old Nissan vehicles possess. I would love to see the final outcome.
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11th June 2014, 18:57	#98
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	The top is now ready. Now for the dashboard and then the pickup bay. Attached Images
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11th June 2014, 20:52	#99
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11th June 2014, 21:30	#100
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	Not Hino. I am fitting the Cummins 4BT.
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11th June 2014, 22:02	#101
mandhir.s.bajwa BHPian Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: New Delhi Posts: 56 Thanked: 54 Times View My Garage	Re: My new Project. A teeny tiny Nissan truck! The 4W73 Saw this thread now, and it brought back my school time memories. As few of the lads here, I too used to go to school in one. And the timeless designs and aura of these vehicles is unmatched. Also do remember shaktimans and the Jonga's of the army. truely go anywhere vehicles. Hooked to this thread now and the work is turning out to be really good. Waiting for the final touches
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17th June 2014, 11:50	#102
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19th June 2014, 16:23	#103
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	Getting the steering, suspended pedals and seats ready. Attached Images
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19th June 2014, 19:18	#104
jyobeb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Madurai Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 704 Times	The booster is fixed wrong and it has since been corrected.
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