We picked up this really nice '96 in Tucson back in 2018, it has been patiently waiting in our warehouse ever since. 
A '96 FZJ80 gets some spa time (1 Viewer)
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The PO had previously done the head gasket however at 243K we had a sneaky suspicion that she was in need of love again.
I turns out two cylinders were down 28%...hmmm.... a perfect opportunity for a full mechanical restoration!!!
I turns out two cylinders were down 28%...hmmm.... a perfect opportunity for a full mechanical restoration!!!
Looks like it grew an ARB bumper while waiting in garage.
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Hee hee, well spotted! The ARB boxes are so big and take us so much space...plus it looks so good on it! lol
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And off we go.
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Solid work!!
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Thanks compadre!!
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She was definitely in need of some spa time
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11400-66041 
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It’s a no brainer to go with an OEM short block at this point in the game.
Any 1FZ adherent should save their duckets and have one in their collection.
Any 1FZ adherent should save their duckets and have one in their collection.
11400-66041 ?
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I was just pointing out the typo to help others in the future.
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Perfect timing for new "HOSE SUB-ASSY, WATER" pipes.
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Love all of your builds, you guys do it right and you possess such attention to detail. Keep it up!
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Have a great weekend Mud!!
