My FJ40 Buildup
03-26-2006, 06:21 PM
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UPDATE!
Okay, time for an status update on what I've been up to. First things first, installed new mechanical fuel pump for the 350 v8, uses a push rod from the cam to pump fuel. Its more reliable than the electric, though I'll keep the electric for a trail spare:
Okay, time for an status update on what I've been up to. First things first, installed new mechanical fuel pump for the 350 v8, uses a push rod from the cam to pump fuel. Its more reliable than the electric, though I'll keep the electric for a trail spare:
03-26-2006, 06:26 PM
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Installed transmission support brace from Advance Adapters, had to modify the brackets a bit so that I'd be able to remove the brace without too much trouble:
03-26-2006, 06:29 PM
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Picked up new radiator from Cool Cruisers of Texas, 4-row, compared to the stock 3 row. I want to make sure I've got plenty of cooling power on the trail. Made a real fancy coolant reservoir, cost about a dollar:
03-26-2006, 06:31 PM
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Installed a "transfer case saver" which is a safety precaution with the older style Landcruiser transfer cases, which have a split case design. This bracke helps to hold the two halves together:
03-26-2006, 06:42 PM
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Common problem with the cruisers is the output shaft for the transfer case, that goes into the emergency brake drum has a seal that goes bad and leaks gear oil into the brake drum. Picked up a speedi sleeve that taps onto the shaft, increasing the diameter just a tinge to give a better fit with the TC seal. The seals on the front and rear TC output and the front and rear pinion were also changed while I was at it.
03-26-2006, 06:46 PM
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So...went to reassemble the tc brake onto the tc, and realized that I wasn't going to have enough clearance between the drum and the crossmember that runs between the two frame rails. I had to spend some time with a cutting disk and an angle grinder to cut it off. Had a bit of steel lying around, was actually the old front bumper that I've been hacking pieces off as I need them. Got everything welded back into place, and the braces will serve as a mounting point for a skid plate, eventually...
03-26-2006, 06:49 PM
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The finished product, plus a to-do list that is getting progressively smaller. Stay tuned for more next week. 
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03-26-2006, 06:49 PM
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what has your budget been so far for this deal? it should come out to be a great truck... im continplating picking up a fj40, but the wifeasaurus would kill me
03-26-2006, 06:49 PM
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Thanks Brian!
Hi Pat- bottom line, its an expensive endeavor to do right. Its all the little stuff that adds up, seals, fittings, etc. I bought the vehicle for ~3,000. I'm probably ~2,000 in parts, paint, etc, and still have a ways to go. They're old vehicles and require alot of TLC. However, they're relatively easy to work on, especially for a novice like myself. The body is pretty junky, so I don't even pretend that this is a restoration. My goal is make it look relatively good on the street, make it reliable both on and off road.
Hi Pat- bottom line, its an expensive endeavor to do right. Its all the little stuff that adds up, seals, fittings, etc. I bought the vehicle for ~3,000. I'm probably ~2,000 in parts, paint, etc, and still have a ways to go. They're old vehicles and require alot of TLC. However, they're relatively easy to work on, especially for a novice like myself. The body is pretty junky, so I don't even pretend that this is a restoration. My goal is make it look relatively good on the street, make it reliable both on and off road.
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04-03-2006, 04:13 PM
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this is just what i want to do this summer. your fj looks great!! the only thing holding me back is the fact that i am a collge kid and "another" vehicle is not needed, even though it is very very much wanted. keep up the good work!
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