I am the owner of a 1985 FJ60, that I've driven here in SE Alaska for the last 10 years. I had purchased her from a friend in Oklahoma back in 06. I had some work done on the interior, a few things painted, and lots of accessories added. Have you ever been emotionally attached to a vehicle? It sucks..... Let me say straight up...I am absolutely worthless when it comes to turning wrenches. I am retired now, and crawling around under a car is no longer possible.
My dream would be to pay someone of impeccable character, and amazing mechanical ability to rebuild my Siketi ( I know weird name, but there is a story), back to showroom quality with a vortec stuck under the hood. So finally here are my questions>
How do I go about deciding if my cruiser is a candidate for a frame off restoration?
Where or how do I go about finding that reputable magician I mentioned earlier that might be willing to take on the project?
My dream would be to pay someone of impeccable character, and amazing mechanical ability to rebuild my Siketi ( I know weird name, but there is a story), back to showroom quality with a vortec stuck under the hood. So finally here are my questions>
How do I go about deciding if my cruiser is a candidate for a frame off restoration?
Where or how do I go about finding that reputable magician I mentioned earlier that might be willing to take on the project?