Bj60+fj62+turbo= Bjt62

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 08:37 AM

I am pulling the 3fe/a440 from my clean 62 and installing the 3b/h42 from my RUSTY bj along with a Garrett/Mercedes t3 turbocharger.

I am building a dedicated family daily driver.

3b diy turbo question - IH8MUD.com Forum

Here are some pics:

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 08:39 AM

The bj has some serious rust issues and a great drive train.

The fj has a seriously nice everything except the transmission and side steps.

NO RUST!!!!!!

It has been in my North Central Florida its whole life.

I am the third owner.

The two previous owners kept it in TIP TOP condition.

It has always been garaged.

Carfax:

1988 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GX
87941
4 DR. WAGON/SPORT UTILITY
4.2L L6 FI / ALL WHEEL DRIVE

04/07/1988 NICB Vehicle manufactured
and shipped to original dealer 05/02/1988 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Gainesville, FL
Title #45971155 Title issued or updated
First owner reported 12/13/1989 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Gainesville, FL
Title #45971155 Title issued or updated 04/10/1997 154,340 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #45971155 Odometer reading reported for title
or registration 04/14/1997 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #45971155 Title issued or updated
Loan or lien reported 02/13/2001 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Ocala, FL
Title #0045971155 Title issued or updated 02/03/2004 Florida
Motor Vehicle Dept.
Gainesville, FL Registration updated when owner moved
the vehicle to a new location

The steps are the 1st to be removed.

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 08:48 AM

pictures

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 08:55 AM

bj pics

koop · 02-26-07, 09:03 AM

were those steps factory? never seen those before.

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 09:05 AM

Florence the dog approves.

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 09:07 AM

62 leather interior w/ heated drivers seat

Note the manual windows and locks. The rig was built 2/88.

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koop

were those steps factory? never seen those before.

after market

similar units can be found on ebay

agent orange · 02-26-07, 11:25 AM

That is a fantastic looking 62. This should be a really great driver when its all said and done. BTW nice quote in your sig, nice to see some other deadheads on here.

jgordon · 02-26-07, 12:49 PM

Sweet 62. Better bulldog - she looks happy.

Is there a 5 speed in that 60 that's going to be taking up space?

How do the steps mount? Would you be willing to part with them? I could use some for the moment.

mel lowe · 02-26-07, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jgordon

Sweet 62. Better bulldog - she looks happy.

Is there a 5 speed in that 60 that's going to be taking up space?

How do the steps mount? Would you be willing to part with them? I could use some for the moment.

Steps are gone.

h42 is being transfered form the 60

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lowtideride · 02-26-07, 02:23 PM

Looks like fun man...keep us posted.

-Al

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:05 AM

[quote=lowtideride;1894024]Looks like fun man...keep us posted.

-Al[/QUOTE

Lemme know if you need the radiator core support from the 60.

It is perfect. :EDIT: it is not so "perfect" sorry AL

So far the conversion has been a blast.

I am working out side and the weather is great.

Today I ripped in to the 62 @ full speed for 5 hours.

I managed to get this all done with my basic tools from sears/walmart.

I removed:

spare tire and bracket
skid plates
heat shields ( to be reinstalled)
hitch
drive shafts
battery/ tray
radiator
air cleaner
transfer controls
starter
complete exhaust
gas tank
transmission and cross member
transfer
fan/shroud
cpu
harness

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:07 AM

more pics

My compressor lost a wheel

DOH!

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:09 AM

You gotta get a set of "Gear Wrenches"

Dont get the imitations..... they don't work so well.

I am able to cut work time with these tools.

Although I have never broken one,

Sears, Napa or Lowes will warranty them if needed.

I have a few flex ends, stubbies and most popular metric sizes for my cruiser.

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:13 AM

more pics

note blower

keeping the work area clean

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:16 AM

more pics

I learned today to unbolt the converter BEFORE dropping the trans.

I damaged it while removing the transmission. (see pic)

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:21 AM

more pics from today

I used a 2x4 between the front springs to support the rear of the engine.

I also stuffed a cinder block and some 2x4 chunks under the pan

Nothing fancy here

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:26 AM

The auto was freaking HEAVY!

I gained about 1" of lift when I removed it today.

Note hose job on parking area... gotta keep it clean

The 3fe is ready to be picked.

here is the donor diesel from my 60 sans turbo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wrghzbYBz8

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 12:36 AM

I am NOT going to install the draw tie from the 60 on the 62.

It is too rusty.

note "lcr4wd" decal - thanks Steve for your dedication to the site

lowtideride · 02-28-07, 07:45 AM

Very awesome man, ill prob take you up on the offer for the core support Ill need it for my 62 too

....you should throw some of this up on NFC im sure the guys would love to see it.

Hey Ill also buy that 3fe wiring harness off of you if your planning on getting rid of it...

-Al

beaufort-fj60 · 02-28-07, 07:52 AM

nice

fjbj40 · 02-28-07, 09:06 AM

Looks like a nice clean 62. I did the same conversion to my 62 2 years ago...it pays off as the increased mpg's are worth it...DOUBLE the mpg!
How coe you did not pull the engine tranny together? Pull off that rad support and pull it straight out..really alot easier.

Like I said you will really enjoy, the only fault I see so far is the alternator is a little low on amp. for all the accessories. Are you going to run A/C? I was lucky as the bj60 I usd had factory A/C.

Looking good
Daryl

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fjbj40

Looks like a nice clean 62. I did the same conversion to my 62 2 years ago...it pays off as the increased mpg's are worth it...DOUBLE the mpg!
How coe you did not pull the engine tranny together? Pull off that rad support and pull it straight out..really alot easier.

Like I said you will really enjoy, the only fault I see so far is the alternator is a little low on amp. for all the accessories. Are you going to run A/C? I was lucky as the bj60 I usd had factory A/C.

Looking good
Daryl

I am going to pull the core support on the bj.

I took the 62 apart in pieces in order not to damage the truck.

I will be running a/c in the 62. This is a major factor for the conversion.

My 60 doesn't have it.

mel lowe · 02-28-07, 09:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lowtideride

Very awesome man, ill prob take you up on the offer for the core support Ill need it for my 62 too

....you should throw some of this up on NFC im sure the guys would love to see it.

Hey Ill also buy that 3fe wiring harness off of you if your planning on getting rid of it...

-Al

pm'd you

"cruiser karma"

02-26-07, 08:37 AM	#1
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	Bj60+fj62+turbo= Bjt62 I am pulling the 3fe/a440 from my clean 62 and installing the 3b/h42 from my RUSTY bj along with a Garrett/Mercedes t3 turbocharger. I am building a dedicated family daily driver. 3b diy turbo question - IH8MUD.com Forum Here are some pics: Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 01-20-08 at 05:31 PM.

02-26-07, 08:39 AM	#2
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	The bj has some serious rust issues and a great drive train. The fj has a seriously nice everything except the transmission and side steps. NO RUST!!!!!! It has been in my North Central Florida its whole life. I am the third owner. The two previous owners kept it in TIP TOP condition. It has always been garaged. Carfax: 1988 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER GX 87941 4 DR. WAGON/SPORT UTILITY 4.2L L6 FI / ALL WHEEL DRIVE 04/07/1988 NICB Vehicle manufactured and shipped to original dealer 05/02/1988 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Gainesville, FL Title #45971155 Title issued or updated First owner reported 12/13/1989 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Gainesville, FL Title #45971155 Title issued or updated 04/10/1997 154,340 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Ocala, FL Title #45971155 Odometer reading reported for title or registration 04/14/1997 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Ocala, FL Title #45971155 Title issued or updated Loan or lien reported 02/13/2001 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Ocala, FL Title #0045971155 Title issued or updated 02/03/2004 Florida Motor Vehicle Dept. Gainesville, FL Registration updated when owner moved the vehicle to a new location The steps are the 1st to be removed. Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 07-11-07 at 03:00 PM.

02-26-07, 08:48 AM	#3
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	pictures Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php

02-26-07, 09:05 AM	#6
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	Florence the dog approves. Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php

02-26-07, 09:07 AM	#7
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	62 leather interior w/ heated drivers seat Note the manual windows and locks. The rig was built 2/88. Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 01-15-08 at 05:29 AM.

02-26-07, 08:55 AM	#4
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	bj pics Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 02-26-07 at 09:08 AM.

02-26-07, 09:03 AM	#5
koop IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 112	were those steps factory? never seen those before.

02-26-07, 11:25 AM	#9
agent orange The dude abides... Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Richmond, VA TLCA# 16545 Posts: 2,055	That is a fantastic looking 62. This should be a really great driver when its all said and done. BTW nice quote in your sig, nice to see some other deadheads on here. __________________ 1988 FJ 62- SUA, 1" body, 34" trxus mudders, 2.5" exhaust, 27spl Longs/Pig Inners, 4.88s, torsen LSD/lockright, 4runner brakes, other random stuff... 1986 pickup- 2wd, 22r, 4 speed, DD oh, and custom tree damage

02-26-07, 12:49 PM	#10
jgordon IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NYC, NY Posts: 611	Sweet 62. Better bulldog - she looks happy. Is there a 5 speed in that 60 that's going to be taking up space? How do the steps mount? Would you be willing to part with them? I could use some for the moment. __________________ _____________ J Gordon 12/1985 FJ60 "After all, It is just a crew cab tractor." - D'Animal

02-26-07, 02:23 PM	#12
lowtideride Ride On... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Florida TLCA# 14891 Posts: 7,049	Looks like fun man...keep us posted. -Al __________________ www.NFCruiserheads.org FJ45 Crawler and a 1983 Hilux... has had no peers for 50 years...

02-28-07, 12:05 AM	#13
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	[quote=lowtideride;1894024]Looks like fun man...keep us posted. -Al[/QUOTE Lemme know if you need the radiator core support from the 60. It is perfect. :EDIT: it is not so "perfect" sorry AL So far the conversion has been a blast. I am working out side and the weather is great. Today I ripped in to the 62 @ full speed for 5 hours. I managed to get this all done with my basic tools from sears/walmart. I removed: spare tire and bracket skid plates heat shields ( to be reinstalled) hitch drive shafts battery/ tray radiator air cleaner transfer controls starter complete exhaust gas tank transmission and cross member transfer fan/shroud cpu harness Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 10-27-07 at 07:20 PM.

02-28-07, 12:07 AM	#14
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	more pics My compressor lost a wheel DOH! Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php

02-28-07, 12:09 AM	#15
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	You gotta get a set of "Gear Wrenches" Dont get the imitations..... they don't work so well. I am able to cut work time with these tools. Although I have never broken one, Sears, Napa or Lowes will warranty them if needed. I have a few flex ends, stubbies and most popular metric sizes for my cruiser. Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 02-28-07 at 12:44 AM.

02-28-07, 12:13 AM	#16
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	more pics note blower keeping the work area clean Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php

02-28-07, 12:16 AM	#17
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	more pics I learned today to unbolt the converter BEFORE dropping the trans. I damaged it while removing the transmission. (see pic) Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 02-28-07 at 12:50 AM.

02-28-07, 12:21 AM	#18
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	more pics from today I used a 2x4 between the front springs to support the rear of the engine. I also stuffed a cinder block and some 2x4 chunks under the pan Nothing fancy here Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php

02-28-07, 12:26 AM	#19
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	The auto was freaking HEAVY! I gained about 1" of lift when I removed it today. Note hose job on parking area... gotta keep it clean The 3fe is ready to be picked. here is the donor diesel from my 60 sans turbo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wrghzbYBz8 Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 02-28-07 at 01:33 AM.

02-28-07, 12:36 AM	#20
mel lowe IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: May 2005 Location: The Sunshine State Posts: 1,605	I am NOT going to install the draw tie from the 60 on the 62. It is too rusty. note "lcr4wd" decal - thanks Steve for your dedication to the site Attached Images __________________ 82 Fj60 TurkeyWizz THXAL 88 BJ62 Family Truckster http://nfcruiserheads.org/forum/index.php Last edited by mel lowe; 05-06-07 at 08:44 AM.

02-28-07, 07:45 AM	#21
lowtideride Ride On... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Florida TLCA# 14891 Posts: 7,049	Very awesome man, ill prob take you up on the offer for the core support Ill need it for my 62 too ....you should throw some of this up on NFC im sure the guys would love to see it. Hey Ill also buy that 3fe wiring harness off of you if your planning on getting rid of it... -Al __________________ www.NFCruiserheads.org FJ45 Crawler and a 1983 Hilux... has had no peers for 50 years...

02-28-07, 07:52 AM	#22
beaufort-fj60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 3,380	nice

02-28-07, 09:06 AM	#23
fjbj40 IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: east coast Canada Posts: 357	Looks like a nice clean 62. I did the same conversion to my 62 2 years ago...it pays off as the increased mpg's are worth it...DOUBLE the mpg! How coe you did not pull the engine tranny together? Pull off that rad support and pull it straight out..really alot easier. Like I said you will really enjoy, the only fault I see so far is the alternator is a little low on amp. for all the accessories. Are you going to run A/C? I was lucky as the bj60 I usd had factory A/C. Looking good Daryl __________________ 74 fj/bj40 88 fj/bj62 , full OME lift kit , home brew turbo , 4 runner brakes .