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Title: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 27/1/07)
Post by: cablesmurf on October 16, 2006, 05:12:37 PM
'94 Geo Tracker, 2 dr. 5 spd, 8v 1.6 hard/soft tops

- 3" calmini BL
- 3" Calmini suspension lift
- Calmini front Truss/steering stabilizer (just got here today after 5 months!)
- Calmini idler arm brace
- Some front trimming and minor bodywork
- 5 32" TSL SSR's
- 5 15x8 AR 172 Baja's
- Spidertrax 1" wheel spacers
- Custom front bumper w/winch mount and D ring mounts
- Custom rear bumper w 2" reciever and swing out tire rack
- Custom rock sliders (currently being built)
- Custom on board air using Cadillac air ride compressor
- Custom snorkle
- Cobra CB
- Alpine CD player
- Viper alarm
- Mopar spiral cell battery
- 2 5x7 procomp spot lights
- Warn M8000 winch
- Gator Guard II on int/rockers/nose
- K&N air filter
- New headlight lenses and Xenon bulbs
- Procomp 5x7 55w spot lights

Rollcage currently in negotiation with Evolution Machine...you're gonna love this one ;)

Stock (roofrack was on for mock up, but later scrapped)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/tracker.JPG)

Working on the Calmini BL...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/BL%20on.JPG)

Test fitting the 32's...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Sneak%201.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Sneak%202.JPG)

Built a Cablesmurf snorkle...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/DCP_1188%20cropped.JPG)

Trimmed and rebuilt the front fenders (Damned rust!!!)...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/DCP_1191.JPG)

Installed the Calmini 3" Suspension lift...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Trac%20rear%20in.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Trac%20rear%20done%202.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Front%20almost%20done.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/DS%20front.JPG)



Gator Guard II on the nose and rockers...

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/The%20Stuff.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Tracker%20masked.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Nose.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Gator%20Guard%20close.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Track%20waiting%20for%20bumpers.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Tracker%20front%2001%2007.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Tacker%2001%2007.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/Gastank%2001%2007.JPG)

Just waiting on the rear bumper...updates to follow! :cheers:
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: WorkInProgress91 on October 16, 2006, 05:43:42 PM
DAMN that thing sits tall.
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: Carnage on October 16, 2006, 06:43:09 PM
excellent job showing the timeline
cant wait for more

personally i dont like the front being gatorguarded (thats imo though)
but why was the roof rack scrapped? 
(it seemed like it went well)

was wondering how much the built up cost you if you dont mind us knowing
(ballpark is cool, just to let those know who like what youve done)
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on October 16, 2006, 08:17:31 PM
Quote from: Gen-Erix on October 16, 2006, 06:43:09 PM
excellent job showing the timeline
cant wait for more

personally i dont like the front being gatorguarded (thats imo though)
but why was the roof rack scrapped? 
(it seemed like it went well)

was wondering how much the built up cost you if you dont mind us knowing
(ballpark is cool, just to let those know who like what youve done)



The roof rack would have been a PITA to make it work properly...and I like the jamboree rack better. :P

Ballpark is...(In Canadian dollars of course)

L/O = left over from a previous project
INCL = came with the Tracker

$1400 - 3" calmini BL
$175   - 3" Calmini suspension lift
Free    - 1" coil spacers
$50     - Lots of trimming and bodywork!
$1040 - 5 32" TSL SSR's
$550   - 5 15x8 AR 172 Baja's
$300   - Spidertrax 1" wheel spacers
$200   - Custom front bumper w/winch mount and D ring mounts (currently being built by Evo)
$250   - Custom rear bumper w 2" reciever and swing out tire rack (currently being built by Machinist Mike)
$50     - Custom rock sliders (currently being built by Machinist Mike)
$150      - Modified YJ jamboree rack w/ millitary style jerry cans
L/O     - Cobra CB
INCL    - Sony CD player
INCL    - Viper alarm
L/O      - Mopar spiral cell battery
L/O      - 2 5x7 procomp spot lights
$550    - T-max 9000lb winch
$65      - Gator Guard II on int/rockers/nose
INCL     - K&N air filter
$450     - New headlight lenses and Xenon bulbs

Total - $5230 + 2100 (cost of Tracker)

$7330.00 CAD

OR

$6443.88 USD ;D
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: Carnage on October 16, 2006, 11:42:52 PM
first thing that came to mind was OUCH
(but then again... im a cheap bastard)

quite an investment you got there dude
looks like a hella fun ride too
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: mbmarkyb on October 17, 2006, 12:15:05 AM
NIce looking truck, and nice to do it all at once,

any plans for the drive line?
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: Yoak on October 17, 2006, 09:07:48 AM
I like what you did with the gator guard, especially on the side of the car.... I might have to borrow that idea :)
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: Mikerpm4x4 on October 17, 2006, 06:04:56 PM
Nice job man. looks pretty sharp. ;)
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: suzukiboyoz on October 17, 2006, 07:28:26 PM
Quote from: Gen-Erix on October 16, 2006, 11:42:52 PM
first thing that came to mind was OUCH
(but then again... im a cheap bastard)

quite an investment you got there dude
looks like a hella fun ride too

Price does sound to bad my build inculding car is getting to over $18000 AUS.
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: HotRod on October 17, 2006, 09:18:19 PM
If you think that was Spendy, Wait till you buy Crawler Gears, Winch, Gears(if they ever make them again) Bumpers, Yuddy, yuddie, yuddie.
They aint cheap but still cheaper than a Jeep ;) ;D
that Does look sharp, i likie the Blue ;D
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on October 19, 2006, 06:30:53 PM
Quote from: mbmarkyb on October 17, 2006, 12:15:05 AM
NIce looking truck, and nice to do it all at once,

any plans for the drive line?

Not at this time...maybe a rear lockrite. I picked up a spare front diff housing for 20 bux at the wrecker today...just in case. I'd like to do the gears...if they ever become availible. ::)
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on October 19, 2006, 06:36:01 PM
Quote from: HotRod on October 17, 2006, 09:18:19 PM
If you think that was Spendy, Wait till you buy Crawler Gears, Winch, Gears(if they ever make them again) Bumpers, Yuddy, yuddie, yuddie.
They aint cheap but still cheaper than a Jeep ;) ;D
that Does look sharp, i likie the Blue ;D

Thanks for the compliment! You'll notice that I've already added the winch and bumpers into that price.

BTW, yours was the first tracker I drooled over when I started my reserch. Found it with Google on your Car Domain site. ;D
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: HotRod on October 19, 2006, 07:51:04 PM
Quote from: cablesmurf on October 19, 2006, 06:36:01 PM
Thanks for the compliment! You'll notice that I've already added the winch and bumpers into that price.

BTW, yours was the first tracker I drooled over when I started my reserch. Found it with Google on your Car Domain site. ;D
Thanks.
I just blame Eric.
Mine just had a lift and 31"s
Saw Eric Wheeling at TSF and next thing I knew,
I had a BIG C.C. bill  ;D
Can't wait to see that EVO bumper.
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: kirknd4spd on October 19, 2006, 11:48:47 PM
looks good. it just sits so tall.
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: ice_man5210 on October 22, 2006, 07:37:10 PM
nice job!  can't wait to see the bumpers!
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: Carnage on November 06, 2006, 12:07:33 AM
too bad yer sellin

hope to see the bumpers though
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: 37kicker on November 06, 2006, 04:56:48 PM
looks sharp, ;D, are you going to gator the bumpers or paint them.   stan
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on November 06, 2006, 07:51:55 PM
Paint...it's easier to tough up if you damage them. May not be selling...just testing the waters... :P
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: JayN on November 07, 2006, 12:44:23 PM
looks good, i had a few questions though?

why would you buy new headlight lenses for a 4x4 that htis a trail? unless it doesnt?
get them at a wrecker for a fraction of the cost?
why use spacers and new wheels? why not just get the right backspaced rim in the firstplace?
why not just make your own BL?

just see that a tonne of cash could have been saved and stillw itht esame finished product?

where in canada are ya?
i am in victoria, our trails are far to tight for a pretty kick like that.LOL
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: hickwheeler on November 07, 2006, 07:31:35 PM
I love that gator guard idea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just had to tell ya cause i'm probably gonna steel it, well if i ever get my tracker. (just got my lisense today  ;D0
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on November 08, 2006, 02:20:30 PM
Quote from: JayN on November 07, 2006, 12:44:23 PM
looks good, i had a few questions though?

why would you buy new headlight lenses for a 4x4 that htis a trail? unless it doesnt?
get them at a wrecker for a fraction of the cost?

 I didn't...I ended up getting them off e-bay. They are hard to find at the wreckers around here.

Why use spacers and new wheels? why not just get the right backspaced rim in the firstplace?

I believe the saying goes like this...hinde-site is 20/20. ::)

Why not just make your own BL?  Because it was easier esier to buy one... ;D

just see that a tonne of cash could have been saved and stillw itht esame finished product?

where in canada are ya? Calgary

i am in victoria, our trails are far to tight for a pretty kick like that.LOL

Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: JayN on November 09, 2006, 06:53:34 PM
cool, didn't mean anything by the questions. just quaestions ya know?
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview)
Post by: cablesmurf on January 18, 2007, 06:42:57 PM
Finally got a chance to work on the Tracker today. Got a few thing done.

Took out the front coil spacers (waiting for the rear bumper to see if I need to take the rear ones out....

Got the bumper lights on, new headlights, roller fairlead nad D-rings on.

Rear bumper is next on the list. ;D
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: tOnKa TrAcKeR on January 18, 2007, 07:34:46 PM
looks good
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: PHX96TRACK on January 18, 2007, 09:17:29 PM
Who's/What's Evo and will he make bumpers for me?
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: Bogger4life on January 18, 2007, 10:04:26 PM
its a fabrication shop her in calgary....
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: bentparts on January 19, 2007, 03:54:21 AM
Looks good Smurf. That thing ever get dirty?
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: booger85 on January 19, 2007, 04:48:18 AM
looks great how about some trail shots. put some of that hard work to the test. >:D >:D
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: cablesmurf on January 19, 2007, 09:12:05 AM
Soon, I promise.  ;D ;D ;D

We're going out next weekend or the weekend after. I haven't had alot of time to get it completely ready for the trails. Should be done by next weekend. I still have to adjust the t-case shifter (bend it and weld in the extention) install the rear bumper and get it aligned.
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 18/1/07)
Post by: cablesmurf on January 27, 2007, 09:33:26 AM
*Updated a couple of the pics on the first page.*

Here is what I used for the pivot for the swing out. It's a trailer spindle and hub. I had the flange machined off. The whole thing with machining cost me $75.00 (CAD) at a local traler shop. Just make sure it's cast steel and not cast iron or you won't be able to weld to it with a mig.

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/my%20spindle.JPG)

(http://members.shaw.ca/samdog/my%20spindle%202.JPG)
Title: Re: Smurf's Tracker build (overview) (updated 27/1/07)
Post by: HotRod on January 27, 2007, 10:30:10 AM
Thats gonna look good.
I wish Calmini did that on theirs.
Or atleast put in a grease fitting.