Toyota FQ 15

65-fj45 · 04-08-06, 09:07 AM

How rare is this truck?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Toyot...QQcmdZViewItem

foxfab · 04-08-06, 09:14 AM

In the US, about as rare as a hen's tooth

owensexport · 04-08-06, 01:44 PM

Very rare in the USA, I know of one:

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-08-06, 01:51 PM

Beat me to it. I was going to say I've only heard of one..........

Someone buy it and import it.

owensexport · 04-08-06, 01:56 PM

No! No! No! I need to have the only one!!!!

Kief · 04-10-06, 09:18 PM

Yeah, two guys on the fq 15 forum selling each other parts, then selling them back. Do they make aftermarket replacements for hen's teeth?

owensexport · 04-10-06, 10:09 PM

I have not been able to find a source for Hen's teeth, I need a set
for my truck....

Where might the FQ15 forum be??

Kief · 04-11-06, 02:39 PM

I think this is it.

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-11-06, 07:15 PM

Well since this is the FQ15 forum.........how about some tech?

What did these use for motors, the F or B six? And how about tranny / transfer? Was it a divorced transfer like the M37 or the same setup as the 25? Just in case I buy it.

JohnnyC · 04-11-06, 07:20 PM

even more rare is the fq 10, I have seen pics of an ambulance fq15. i think i even have a pic of each. or you have the 7 ton toyota line of dq's they have the same telescopic arm and dir lights, and some had an fj40 looking bezzel.

JohnnyC · 04-11-06, 07:28 PM

this sweet one is ...correct me if i am wrong...but i think its ehsans from paki.

owensexport · 04-11-06, 10:40 PM

Military Toyota's:
Developed by Toyota with the assistance of the US occupation forces
for use in South East Asia, Late 1950's.

They built
FQ10 (short wheel base) 4x4
FQ15 (long wheel base) 4x4
and
DW series 2-1/2 ton 6x6.

Later FQ15's were repowered at the factory with the H diesel.
I don't know if they ever came off the factory line with the H or if they
were all re-powers.

F engine is same as LC with different carb, I think same as the FA series
5 ton trucks, 2 bbl when the LC was using a 1 bbl.
H engine looks the same as LC except different air cleaner ??

Transmission is 4 speed with granny low. Looks similar to the LC trans but
with a big bump on the side to clear the large 1st gear.

Divorced transfer case with in/out for front drive, no low range.
Totally different than LC and the M37 that it was patterned off of.

Axles are unique, split banjo type.

Wheel are 20 inch split, M37 used 16 in wheels.

Canvas top, 24volt electrics.

They also had ambulance model for the 4x4.

Don't know much about the 2-1/2 ton series, only have seen one and it was
a total rust bucket. I do have a Japanese manual.

All of these vehicles were used in Japan by the Self Defense Forces in RHD models.
Many LHD models were exported to Thailand and Malaysia for use by USA
forces.

I have a Japanese service and parts manual which mentions the vehicle was
made by Toyota. Japanese models have a Toyota Badge in the center
of the hood.

I also have an English manual that shows a LHD model, nowhere does it mention Toyota. The LHD photos I have seen have no badge on the hood.

Toyota has no parts for any of these vehicles that I can find. Some electrical items seem similar to LC but not exactly the same.... Hens Teeth!!

I am supposed to edit all of this crap into a story for the Toyota Trails, only
been working on it for 1-1/2 years.... Maybe soon.

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-12-06, 07:51 AM

Steve-

That's great info...I was just reading up on the web and found this stuff:
MLU Forum Thread with a few more pictures.

If you get bored and want to take pictures of the trans and transfer I'm sure we should be able to ID them.

It appears the 25 tranny is a pretty direct copy of the early Chevy medium duty truck transmission with the parking brake assembly lopped off. Wouldn't be surprised if the FQ design were similar.

TEPUI · 04-12-06, 08:03 AM

I've seen at least 5 of them here in Chile. My friend has one in his shop right now that's being prepped for a customer. I'll be glad to ask him for part sources if you need any. PM me if I can help.

Chef · 04-12-06, 09:50 AM

I'd *reaallllllly* like to have an article on these for Toyota Trails

Anyone here a member at the MLU boards, and know any of those guys?

By the way, I think these are about the cooolest trucks ever! I know "they're just an M37 variant," but man....flippin' kewl!

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-12-06, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chef

I'd *reaallllllly* like to have an article on these for Toyota Trails

How about an article on FJ25's?

Chef · 04-12-06, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cruiser_Nerd

How about an article on FJ25's?

Yes please! You know all TT content is member submitted, so this means-basically-you've just volunteered. I can help if you like! Same for the FQ article.

JohnnyC · 04-12-06, 10:55 AM

here is a great pic of an FQ10 "short wheel base" its also narrower than its big brother the FQ15

JohnnyC · 04-12-06, 10:56 AM

the bed on the fq10 is very reminisent of the "toyota trailer"

Chef · 04-12-06, 12:02 PM

Again, I'd really like an article on this stuff for TT...please!!!!

Kaderabek · 04-12-06, 12:25 PM

Steve and I have been back and forth on this for quite some time. I'm still up for it.

TJK

JohnnyC · 04-12-06, 12:53 PM

I have other pics but some reason the MUD will not let me up load any more pics...I think i hit my limit. but i do have a b&w of a 2fq15 Ambi, a 2dw tanker that looks like a fQ15, a 71 fql, 72dw15lw and i think several others

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-12-06, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chef

Yes please! You know all TT content is member submitted, so this means-basically-you've just volunteered. I can help if you like! Same for the FQ article.

I was referring to the FJ25 article Todd has in the can, and you probably know nothing about. The entire 25 contingent has been on the edge of our seats waiting.......

Chef · 04-12-06, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cruiser_Nerd

I was referring to the FJ25 article Todd has in the can, and you probably know nothing about. The entire 25 contingent has been on the edge of our seats waiting.......

Todd who...

Kaderabek · 04-12-06, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cruiser_Nerd

I was referring to the FJ25 article Todd has in the can, and you probably know nothing about. The entire 25 contingent has been on the edge of our seats waiting.......

With apologies, the 30th anniversary coverage has been taking up some space.

TJK

Chef · 04-12-06, 01:31 PM

JohnnyC, your pm is full, clear it please

JohnnyC · 04-12-06, 01:48 PM

sorry about that a get a ton of pm's about my top

I need more space man....im giving it all shes got!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chef

JohnnyC, your pm is full, clear it please

JohnnyC · 04-12-06, 01:53 PM

cruiser_nerd sent you an email...let me know if you can open them

foxfab · 04-12-06, 01:54 PM

We've been waiting so patiently, I'm about to put a bezel on my 25 just to get it in TT!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cruiser_Nerd

I was referring to the FJ25 article Todd has in the can, and you probably know nothing about. The entire 25 contingent has been on the edge of our seats waiting.......

Cruiser_Nerd · 04-12-06, 02:05 PM

Pic from Johnny C. a 2 1/2 ton I presume........