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06-04-08, 08:29 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
Posts: 73
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Hello board, new owner/member! :)
Well it looks as though a 82 BJ42 is hopefully on its journey to the US, NYC in particular. My very first Land Cruiser ever!
I'm going to be asking more experienced members for some advice and help on this journey, and I'll try not to ask dumb questions. Wow, I'm so psyched! Here's a link incase anyone wants a look. I'm sorting out the details now with the seller, and he will hold it for me until I can arrange a shipper out of Sydney, to a port city here in the US I'd love to hear from members: good and bad stories on shipping, procedures, etc I've done lots and lots of reading... but I'm sure there's still more info out there.. I wouldn't have pulled the trigger if it wasn't for this board. Thanks Andre |
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06-04-08, 08:46 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
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More photos of the rig
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06-04-08, 09:14 PM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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looks like a great rig....PM " stainless 40/45 " here on mud he brings in quite a few rigs to the usa....and he lives on LI , NY
are you a NY'er or is that just were the rig is coming into port? __________________ 1974 FJ40 OEM Soft Top (1) Child boy version (1) Child girl version (1) New boy Child, done as of 11/6/08  197  Wife TLC FST Canvas & Maint: http://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series...soft-tops.html |
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06-04-08, 09:35 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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Thanks JohnnyC
Funny I spoke 'stainless 40/45' last week, I was thinking of going out to see his Land Cruiser that's for sale. This one that I just got had the right color, right look, right setup. The right hand drive is the only part I struggled with! Stainless 40/45 has a nice RHD white rig for sale, he mentioned if no one grabs it, it may go off to Vintage OffRoad. I'll talk with soon, maybe he'll have some advice for me I'm a NY in NYC Gotta find the best/right port for it to come into... Do you have any suggestions? Thanks |
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06-04-08, 09:37 PM
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IH8MUD Lifer
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__________________ 1974 FJ40 OEM Soft Top (1) Child boy version (1) Child girl version (1) New boy Child, done as of 11/6/08 197 Wife TLC FST Canvas & Maint: http://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series...soft-tops.html |
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06-04-08, 09:56 PM
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IH8MUD Regular
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: W.Suffield Ct
Posts: 462
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your cruiser
Nice looking ride. Are you in NY? My cruiser came from NZ to Balto.What kinda $ does it take to ship frpm Australia to USA??
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06-04-08, 10:00 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Costa Rica, Central America, Earth
Posts: 725
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Yo dreko,
Congratulations on your purchase! You gonna be in possession by this September? I'm going to be in NYC and on the island for a few days and would love to check out your new ride! Rick |
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06-04-08, 10:01 PM
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IH8MUD Regular
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: W.Suffield Ct
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RHD and Ports
My seller in NZ paid freight to Balto,so it had to be lowest pricing??You will get used to RHD in a day and love it ,it's no biggie at all,although you will go to the wrong side more than once and be asked if you work for the post office a few times. I can get you the shipping company name etc if you need it?? Joehegolf@yahoo.com
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06-04-08, 10:03 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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JohnnyC, I appreciate the help. I'll want to make sure I make no mistakes and do things correctly.
Joe Egolf, Thanks, it does look really nice, I lost the auction to someone in Houston. Apparently the buyer needed to wait a month before making a payment, so again up for sale it went. I got lucky and jumped on it! As for $, GOOD QUESTION  I'm just starting this process. I will have to find a good customs house broker. I'll also have to decide on who ships this and how and where. Can you tell me how things went for you from Baltimore? Did things go smoothly? |
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06-04-08, 10:09 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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rchalmers3: I hope to have it here in September. Come check it out when you hit NYC. We'll swap Costa Rica stories. I've had 3 surf trips down there and love it!
Joe Egolf: Good to know about the RHD. I've only done this on Barbados, it was different! I'll send you an email, I appreciate the shipping company info I'll try to describe how everything happens in this thread (mods: unless you need it somewhere else) Perhaps there could be some new FAQ info here Thanks |
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06-04-08, 10:19 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Costa Rica, Central America, Earth
Posts: 725
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Dreko,
There's a well known company in Wilmington Delaware that ships cars in containers to Costa Rica for great prices: Port to Port International Corp: a leading freight forwarder and non-vessel operating common carrier that has helped companies throughout Central America and South America increase their trade volumes. Don't know if it will help, but it's worth a call to see if they have a deal for you. Best wishes, Rick |
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06-04-08, 10:22 PM
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IH8MUD Regular
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__________________ 1979fj40/45 SOA,locker,pwrst,custombed,36's 1978fj45 Arkana camper,unique cruiser,RHD 1984bj42 all the gooodies,for sale as of now but could change at any moment |
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06-04-08, 10:34 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Northern California
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Nice rig. I think that it is a 83 model, as it has the correct 83/84 dash and a 5-speed(w/ the 83 model shifter). Hope it's journey goes well. Welcome to the forum.
__________________ 1983 BJ42 1978 FJ40-Sold 1975 FJ40-Sold |
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06-04-08, 10:43 PM
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Diesel for blood
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: west australia
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__________________ HZJ75 cab chassis 95 model ,stocker FJ73+1HZ Diesel NEW GEARBOX 1HZ =same power as 3F with 30% better fuel economy 2in Dobinsons lift.Powerdown adj shocks 33 in BFG A/T HJ61 with slidin windas regrettfully SOLD:(Volvo 740 GL Last edited by roscoFJ73; 10-24-08 at 07:24 AM. |
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06-05-08, 11:37 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
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Thanks everyone for the support and help!
roscoFJ73: Didn't know that, I guess I'll have to look closer at the pics he's been sending me Diesel42: Hmmm, I"m pretty sure it's a 82. Do you think they did an upgrade? I"m getting the build/manufacture date off the metal door tag. I want to see the actual date. Pic is coming stainless 40/45: Thanks for the hook up! I'll call tomorrow. I may still stop by to see you at some point soon. Just to see you rig. I'll call first, hopefully on a weekend when you aren't at the beach house rchalmers3: Rick, ok good to know. They could be a backup option I'm thinking of doing a Roll on/Roll off transport. I'm going to see if NJ ports are an option. Otherwise, Baltimore it is... Thanks again everyone. Keep the much appreciated support/info coming! Andre |
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06-06-08, 11:34 AM
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IH8MUD Lifer
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: calgary
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exceptionaly nice looking cruiser, welcome aboard!
__________________ 83BJ60,Merkur turbo+intercooled,SOA,aussie locker Custom bumpers,,4.88's, longs and poly rears.RDB's +4runner calipers, parabolics in front, 39.5 IROK's on DC-1's 92FJ80 stock with the damage multiplied. 350 tbi, ome3" (JUST WRITTEN OFF) |
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06-06-08, 03:27 PM
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IH8MUD Regular
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: CAPE TOWN
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Very nice find !
 I recently went through the same and at the end the long wait made it even better although it didn't feel like it at the time
__________________ Theo 105 1HZT I/C BJ 42 LX 11/83 - 3b H55F P/S 3 wipers and slidin windas
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06-07-08, 10:22 AM
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IH8MUD Regular
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Melbourne, Australia
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Its a small world for sure- I was watching that one on ebay to see how much it went for.
Did you make an offer after the bidding ended or something? Looks like a great truck- congratulations! (on stealing yet another one of our few remaining 40 diesels  )
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06-07-08, 02:10 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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Lucky
Beejay42: It is a small world. Funny thing about that ebay auction, I didn't win the first time, nor the second time. Both winners apparently didn't have the $ or seriousness to pulll the trigger. I just sent an email afterwards saying if people bailed on him, I was interested... sure enough, I got bumped next in line...
Hopefully all the shipping details will be finished by the end of next week. I hope it doesn't take too long to get over here! I'll post who I use, and how it plays out.. in case others find themselves in a similar situation |
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06-11-08, 02:58 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
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Ok so I'm waiting on quotes from Blue Freight, and IAN international. I'll see how they compare with today's high oil prices. I've been told, late 2007, it was around 2k for RO/RO shipping. I'm guessing 2.5k for shipping these days...
Shipping time: Not confirmed, but from 3-4 weeks by one shipper, 7-8 weeks by a member. The number of ships bringing in imports is lower than the ships exporting. I think it's usually the exact opposite, 3 to 1 or so.. but the weak dollars has apparently flipped things around... (according to the importer) I'm going to have the seller steam clean/power wash the BJ42. If there is any dirt on the rig, it can be re-exported or the port may have to clean it for a fee. I'm curious, is the BJ42 considered a CAR or TRUCK? Autos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5% Trucks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25% The above are duty rates at the port of entry. I seem to remember from the FAQ, there's only a 2.5% duty... "vehicles that were originally manufactured to meet U.S. emission requirements may be required to have their oxygen sensor and/or catalytic converter replaced." Does the above apply to the 82 BJ42? I don't think so... Thoughts? A |
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06-12-08, 07:58 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
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Oh, it's definitly a car! Rick |
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06-12-08, 11:32 PM
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IH8MUD Addict
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Location: Northern California
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No emissions required, per U.S.EPA. See U.S.EPA form 3520-1
__________________ 1983 BJ42 1978 FJ40-Sold 1975 FJ40-Sold |
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06-17-08, 09:34 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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update
Ah ok good to know on the duty tax. Only 2.5% perfect. My Bill of Sale will be made
 appropriately So at the moment, Blue Freight is telling me 2.5K for the shipping. Waiting on the ship dates... IAN international should have a estimate tomorrow... They are having problems finding a new auto transporter... their old outfit no longer handles autos... I'll keep you posted with their costs As for brokerage fees, I'm waiting on this info... hopefully just a few hundred dollars. Additional info: 1. So the US Customs is very picky these days (after 9/11) No personal items should be in the car. I've asked the shipper Blue Freight about aftermarket radios, spare tire, roof rack, tire jack, jerry can, etc As long as the items are secured down and not loose and shifting around, it will be considered part of the car 2. No dirt at all! Interior/ Exterior. If Customs finds some, steam charges at the port will be added. If too much is found, it may be sent back to original shipping port! OUCH 3. No fuel in the tank. (I'm asking the seller to leave a cup or so of diesel in the tank.) If the 3B Diesel engine goes dry/empty, I'll have to use the small primer pump on the side of the fuel pump to pull some diesel in... So far that's about all I know for prepping. I'll get a list as soon as I book the shipping. The seller has to bring the car to port 5 days before it ships. A 'crane' like device will load the car on and off the transport ship. This is what I'm told, but that sounds odd... Thats it for now! 
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06-19-08, 10:12 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
Join Date: May 2008
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Update:
So Wallenius Wilhelmsen looks like a great shipping company. Just got a quote today.... pretty affordable.... Slowish travel time June 25 pickup : Sept 13 delivery Julyl 15 pickup : Sept 15 delivery 1st option, goes to the far east, then to the US (Baltimore) 2nd option goes right to the US Port Kembla to Baltimore See routemap below http://www.2wglobal.com/www/Images/p...Maps/na-oc.gif Will use IAN international for the Baltimore dropoff, fees, duty, etc |
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06-20-08, 07:52 AM
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IH8MUD Addict
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 Good job with the detective work. Importing stuff is always a challenge the first 20 or so times.... You found one of the best shippers in the business, now you need a broker refferal. Got any leads? Rick |
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07-05-08, 07:01 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
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update (long post)
Rick,
Yeah that link shows the route back and forth. Good to know Wallenius Wilhelmsen is a great shipper.. so far they seem like a very professional company. As for broker, I spoke with my local WW office, they passed me to the office in Sydney, AUS. We discussed the entire process I asked if they had a freight forwarder they could recommend. Sure enough they did, an hour later I'm sorting things out with the freight forwarder in Sydney. Once it's underway, I have a broker in Baltimore (recommended by other members) that will handle the import fees, duty, etc and trucking to NYC. (Ian International) Thanks Joe Egolf I'm on these boards everyday now, sometimes for hours... reading, learning... Things to do/things to buy: 1.Pyrometer from Isspro ISSPRO Gauges from egauges.com Will have the exhaust manifold drilled and tapped close to engine as possible. I'm thinking this is better than welding a bung. Currently I'm still searching for a local automotive machine shop that knows how to work in cast iron. 2. Bolt Kit from cool cruisers Bolt Kits I like the clean look 3. harbor freight's compression tester Harbor Freight Tools - Quality Tools at the Lowest Prices It looks like I have 1 low cylinder reading, so I'll run the test, if it's still out of spec.. it looks like I'll have to do a valve adjustment. (I'll try this myself) After it's here I hope to also do the following LED bulb upgrade http://forum.ih8mud.com/40-55-series...-cruisers.html Bilstein rear shocks if it rides too hard New Toyota OEM springs Start using Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5w-40 (Formerly Mobil 1 Truck & SUV 5w-40) Valvoline Synth Brake Fluid Mobil 1 Synth Gear oil Running BioDiesel (making it eventually) and replacing fuel filters BRAKES: Don't know how it feels yet, but I like the idea of adjusting the rear drums (for straight hard stops) and upgrading to a dual boost master cylinder (stronger stopping power for front disks) ... <wishlist continues with the sound of money being sucked out of my wallet> 
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07-05-08, 07:44 PM
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IH8MUD Regular
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: W.Suffield Ct
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your shipper and agent
Wallenius Wilhelmsen { Ship Named Tarago} is who brought my cruiser to Balto, and Ian Intl did a great job too.Keep Me posted - Joe Egolf
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08-02-08, 04:42 PM
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IH8MUD Rookie
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Oz import
dreko, Any news on your cruiser? How much cheeper was Wallenius Wilhelmsen than Blue Freight? Did you have it shipped Ro/Ro with Wallenius Wilhelmsen or something differant? Who and what does the freight forwarder do in this process? Thanks, any and all info is appreciated.
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08-02-08, 07:14 PM
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IH8MUD Lifer
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: New Zealand (The other side of the world to most of ya!!!)
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Doesn't this signify "lack of respect for less-fortunate peoples in far-off lands"? And yuse folk (as a whole) should be ashamed of yourselves for removing "irreplaceable national treasures" from our shores. Historically, we've already experienced exactly this same type of behaviour under colonialism! Yours -Aussi/NZ forty-series-cruiser repatriation movement Ha. Ha ----- I'm not really serious........................................... .....................................or am I? __________________ Name's really Tom & I have a 1979 BJ40 that is RHD and mainly "original" with Toyota PTO winch, 16" split rims, drums all round, B engine, H41 transmission and 12V electrics that I've owned since 1981 A hood is really a bonnet. A fender is really a guard. A windshield is really a windscreen. A zerk is really a nipple. A trunk is really a boot........... |
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