Great, sounds like you got it done. Watch the temp. Keep monitoring hopefully you can confirm you have an engine worth running.
I do remember blowing a head gasket back in the day, for some reason it ran a hot but would not overheat. I had no...
I installed new head gasket, lapped the valves installed new pilot bearing rear main seal and pan gasket Cleaed up the head cked out ok with leak down test if the lower end ck out when I run it probley will shave down a late f head .100 I...
I wouldn't be surprised if the head gasket was installed wrong. Or the head maybe not torqued correctly. Once it's back together and running you can check the oil pressure. And check it after the engine is nice and hot. I have seen them dropped...
My diatribe on donor parts for the disc brake conversion
https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/tech-talk-ultimate-40-55-series-disc-brake-conversion-parts-thread-work-in-progress.1039423/
Spent some time for my winch shaft (bj43 1979). Easy start of the shaft restoration.
Decided to post some condensed info, might be useful for the new comers.
So I have good news and Not bad news but a change of plans that Might be bad.
The good news! my dad helped me move the engine and things to get everything staged for the engine swap that I will be doing next weekend (weather permitting). I will...
Hello all, long time lurker, first time member here at mud.
Current project is a 1969 FJ40. I'm resealing the motor, doing a 60 series front disc conversion, upgrading the aging suspension, and I'm hoping to put electric power steering on this...
I had two made when I installed a 5 speed tranny. Not sure what he used but it was metric size. For me I really care less as long it close enough and balanced. That was a while back...way back. It still running with'em.
I bought some for a skilsaw from the hardware store bin drawers and resized them on my belt sander. That was 20 years ago, so pb4ugo, it isn't a crap shoot, it's a reality. I can't remember the brand of saw etc, but just get them oversized. If no...
I am curious how the vacuum diaphragm fits three and half inches further back. I went with a manual T case shifter when I did this to my 68. But I also used a later transmission cover that was made for a four speed that was work with the vacuum...
Thanks to @red66toy for some “on-the-job coaching”. Removed starter then placed floor jack with wood block underneath rearward end of oil pan. Removed hi/lo shift linkage on passenger side and clutch slave cylinder on driver side before turning...
Today's progress report:
Began by disconnecting parking brake cable at firewall and coiling cable. Then went on to removing driveshafts, disconnecting vacuum lines to 4WD actuator, disconnecting 4WD and reverse switches. Then drained...
Thanks again for asking us to be part of your project!!!!!
Looking forward to updates and the finished upgrade.
Georg @ Valley Hybrids @ Cruiser Brothers
Next, tunnel cover was removed. I left both the front and rear heaters for now. Hopefully, I won't need to drain the coolant.
Thank you Valley Hybrids!
I would suggest weighing your pig if go with Alcans. Give them a call and they will give you a better idea what to do and what you are getting yourself into. I have a 4" inch lift with Alcan springs. I like it but it's not for everyone. If had to...
It has another grille in it, im not sure which is which to be totally honest. But since the new engines arent your thing, this is the 1968 Corona I lost to be able to buy the LC
Yes, you can lift it "normally". years ago I had my leaf springs re-arched, put on some of Mark A.'s shackles and after some sawzall work I could fit 35s on it.
Then I did the SOA, which did involve the front disc brakes conversion, new axle...
PM said introductions are welcome, photos encouraged. Unfortunately photos wont come until later when its delivered, but recently saved an FJ55 from a body shop. Owner is most likely a member here since he has a badass FJ40 as well, but moved out...
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