So I suppose everyone has an origin story for their FJ’s…
And if you’re interested, here’s mine! a couple years ago I picked up a project that had a pretty rough body but a really nice powertrain, interior, and frame. it’s a 73. the black one on the pics. it did come with two hoods, one is the split variety, three sets of doors, two grills, some rear split tailgate doors, and a whole bunch of spare parts. The previous owner had gone through the now 3F engine, transmission and also installed new lines, aluminum radiator, and big disk brakes. Also came with five new mud terrain tires. I figured the spring I would start on it and deal with the body issues. Well… A few days ago I found, while in New Mexico, a pretty decent Blue 78. The body was great, but the interiors were not so good. The 2F engine, trans, frame, and driveline we’re all in nice order. It also had some nice bumpers and a 2 1/2 inch OME lift, along with 5 brand new tires and rims. so i snagged it. I believe now my plan is to take the best of what’s on the 73 and swap them into the 78, then see what’s left of the 73 and what to do with it. Any thoughts on that? That would be greatly appreciated as I’m still discovering the differences between the two years!
And if you’re interested, here’s mine! a couple years ago I picked up a project that had a pretty rough body but a really nice powertrain, interior, and frame. it’s a 73. the black one on the pics. it did come with two hoods, one is the split variety, three sets of doors, two grills, some rear split tailgate doors, and a whole bunch of spare parts. The previous owner had gone through the now 3F engine, transmission and also installed new lines, aluminum radiator, and big disk brakes. Also came with five new mud terrain tires. I figured the spring I would start on it and deal with the body issues. Well… A few days ago I found, while in New Mexico, a pretty decent Blue 78. The body was great, but the interiors were not so good. The 2F engine, trans, frame, and driveline we’re all in nice order. It also had some nice bumpers and a 2 1/2 inch OME lift, along with 5 brand new tires and rims. so i snagged it. I believe now my plan is to take the best of what’s on the 73 and swap them into the 78, then see what’s left of the 73 and what to do with it. Any thoughts on that? That would be greatly appreciated as I’m still discovering the differences between the two years!
