40/40 Vision (1 Viewer)

[Solace in Solitude]

Glad it got there ok Chris!! Allan is da Man!!

 

[fj401978]

I'll be 60 soon...guess I should start looking for a '60'?? Nah...I'll just have 60/40 vision, I reckon...
Great looking '40 Delancy! and Happy Birthday!

 

[Delancy]

First, where the hell are all the cupholder threads??

Been busy, this morning installing a hi-tech, hi-fi, Bluetooth stereo system.

Doesn't sound too bad, to be honest, but hoping for a more elegant solution in the Tuffy, but would like to get the OE working, since all the radio I listen to is AM.

Need antenna, figure out whatever power issues I've got, since lighter nor 12V plug function, either.

Steering is high on the agenda, too.

I don't know if PS is necessary, but Allan sent all for a mini truck set up. Already have all the links, center arm "Kit", everything available for the Pig, except manual gearbox kit, that won't be used, and think all is the same for both platforms.

 

[DSRTRDR]

PS is really helpful in the parking lot and other high-traction conditions - you won't "need" it for anything else - as long as the truck is moving, manual steering works just fine - I've driven my 40 manual for almost 10 years

 

[DSRTRDR]

and before I forget: blue is faster

 

[Delancy]

PS is really helpful in the parking lot and other high-traction conditions - you won't "need" it for anything else - as long as the truck is moving, manual steering works just fine - I've driven my 40 manual for almost 10 years

Even slow speed it's not too much effort, confirmed by Mrs. D who drove the 4 mile block yesterday.

Regardless that I was scared chitless, with her excessive speed, rates I had not even attained yet, coupled with the loose(r than her GX. @allan man) steering, all while contemplating how I would ever explain to Allan and the world, totaling the new family member in the first day of driving.....

she appeared even sexier, piloting the 40, and I don't even know how it's possible to add to the aura that already exudes.

Good to know I'm not aging/deteriorating in, at least, one department.

and before I forget: blue is faster

Hit 65mph, this morning on the way back from the foray around Leonard Mountain!!

I know I'll be ridiculed, but she screams for fifth at speeds that I couid feasibly see on a routine basis.

I don't know what the future holds, guaranteeing nothing beyond a "bolt on, bolt off" methodology, but had expressed desire for an LX H55 and FF rear a few days back, and appears to be coming to fruition, so the option will remain open.

Having self-imposed a personal directive to keep BVB's retirement interesting and full of beneficial activity, I'm just doing my part.

 

[DSRTRDR]

yup, they scream for a 5th gear - I got it now

for when you have time: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/the-dsrtrdr-is-getting-some-tlc.749124/

Tools needs to update it

 

[73tlcv8]

Beautiful truck, what is that paint color? I tried looking at the paint color sheets but was unable to positively identify. Thanks.

 

[FJ404345]

^^^ this

Very nice color !

 

[brian]

it has smurf blue written all over it.

 

[Delancy]

What is that paint color?

Sky Blue was what, I think, Allan referred to as being.

 

[Delancy]

yup, they scream for a 5th gear.

Done....as is PS, albeit the more elegant, FJ40 specific, OE methods.

 

[Yellow Jacket]

oh, great! now I have to compete with @Delancy for cool 40 parts as they pop up in the for sale section. Hey Chris I just saw a really cool 80 go up for sale. Yeah, It's right over there. It was all built and the guy is just giving it away. I know I saw it, just keep looking.

Seriously - Congrats Man! The 40 looks awesome. I got mine when I was 40 as well. Enjoy driving that bad boy!

 

[G-Cat]

Do you have something to plug-up the rear when the top if off? Here's a hen's tooth, for you...

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/toyota-tailgate-for-sale.852094/

 

[Delancy]

@Yellow Jacket,

Strange territory considering the abundance of available parts, since both accustomed and addicted to the thrill of the unicorn hunt and kill.

You need to beat me to these!!

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/oem-cable-locked-axles-full-floater-tx.853989/

Please hurry!!!!

 

[Delancy]

Do you have something to plug-up the rear when the top if off? Here's a hen's tooth, for you...

https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/toyota-tailgate-for-sale.852094/

Asked a local to check out, on my behalf, right after posted and I was way down the list of others that had done similar.

I'm undecided on the top....

With a general aversion to drilling holes, it precludes a functional door (as it does a normal top) so have considered the solid in-op gate.

Since bows, gate, and half doors, if opted, should be painted simultaneously, need to make the decision soon, but can't make up my mind.

If history is any indicator, should have it all figured out when snow starts falling....

 

[Delancy]

Have to celebrate the small steps, I reckon...

Had them in the stash.

Newly acquired

74320-90301 Visor

 

[Chungas Revenge]

Sky Blue was what, I think, Allan referred to as being.

"Sky Blue" - code 854 -

 

[Delancy]

81240-90300 Room Lamp Assy

 

[Chungas Revenge]

854 is a stunning color. My 76 was originally "Sky Blue", now sporting a PO repaint to Dune Beige. You have a beautiful example.....