Finally getting ready to buy the first FJ 40 (1 Viewer)

[1snowboarder]

What you guys thinking of this? I was able to come to an agreement on the price with the owner. it's about 12 hours away from me

craigslist - 1977 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40 - $29,500 (Sherrard)

=========== NOTE - These are not mine, contact the seller via the Craigslist Ad ================= https://quadcities.craigslist.org/cto/d/sherrard-1977-toyota-landcruiser-fj40/7546280853.html No 1977 Toyota FJ 40 Landcruiser Excellent condition! 2F engine - rebuilt motor 500 miles ago 98%...

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[bhsdriller]

Another good option you'd just have to get it shipped which is pretty easy

SOLD - 1978 FJ40 California Blue Plated 100% original rust free body.

1978 FJ40 uncut and 100% rust free. Runs and drives better than any FJ40 out there that I have owned or driven ( I have personally owned 30+ Landcruiser’s and 20 of them have been 40 Series) 60+ mph on freeway and steer with one finger. Tracks straight as an arrow and zero rattles in cab etc...

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[Malleus]

That's a way better deal than buying one to rebuild. And he even installed the steps on the rear quarters. I love those.

 

[1snowboarder]

Call me crazy but was thinking to drive up there with a friend and put it on trailer bring it back.

What are the things I have to look closer, with a changed tub to aluminum tub?

 

[Living in the Past]

What you guys thinking of this? I was able to come to an agreement on the price with the owner. it's about 12 hours away from me

craigslist - 1977 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40 - $29,500 (Sherrard)

=========== NOTE - These are not mine, contact the seller via the Craigslist Ad ================= https://quadcities.craigslist.org/cto/d/sherrard-1977-toyota-landcruiser-fj40/7546280853.html No 1977 Toyota FJ 40 Landcruiser Excellent condition! 2F engine - rebuilt motor 500 miles ago 98%...

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I live in AZ and wouldn't even consider an aluminum tub. But that's me. Curious about the transmission shift cane. Looks more like a V8 conversion.

 

[suzuguru]

I live in AZ and wouldn't even consider an aluminum tub. But that's me. Curious about the transmission shift cane. Looks more like a V8 conversion.

Living in Arizona, I don't blame you. However, on the East Coast, it's an entirely different story.

 

[1snowboarder]

I live in AZ and wouldn't even consider an aluminum tub. But that's me. Curious about the transmission shift cane. Looks more like a V8 conversion.

Yeh, from what I have seen aluminum tub (YouTube) requires some modification to get fit on the FJ, right, so I get what you say but living on East Coast, it's a big plus since everything rusts.

As far as I know, the car has the original engine and transmission. Could you explain why you think it looks like a V8 conversion? I still have a lot to learn.

 

[brian]

Yeh, from what I have seen aluminum tub (YouTube) requires some modification to get fit on the FJ, right, so I get what you say but living on East Coast, it's a big plus since everything rusts.

As far as I know, the car has the original engine and transmission. Could you explain why you think it looks like a V8 conversion? I still have a lot to learn.

It has a goofy bend to it, that aparently puts 1st and 3rd way up against the dash now.

 

[1snowboarder]

Oh I see it now I wonder the why? This is exactly why I am here

This is what it needs to look like?

 

[Living in the Past]

Yeh, from what I have seen aluminum tub (YouTube) requires some modification to get fit on the FJ, right, so I get what you say but living on East Coast, it's a big plus since everything rusts.

As far as I know, the car has the original engine and transmission. Could you explain why you think it looks like a V8 conversion? I still have a lot to learn.

Correct for the 74+ four speed.

Angle and transmission cover in 74-78 and 79+.

 

[Living in the Past]

Oh I see it now I wonder the why? This is exactly why I am here

This is what it needs to look like?

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Looks like a three speed. Shift knob looks to be the early to 9/72 style.

 

[MotorSWATCop]

I am keeping an eye on it unfortunately nothing that I could afford close

I recently bought one from a member and had it shipped from CA to AL. It's doable and wasn't terribly expensive. I used Summit Auto Transport; a member here too.

 

[1snowboarder]

I recently bought one from a member and had it shipped from CA to AL. It's doable and wasn't terribly expensive. I used Summit Auto Transport; a member here too.

Thanks for the info I may consider that but I just can't get myself to buy something with out seeing it in person. That's just my thing.

I saw on your post that you are retired police. I am a police Sgt in VA. How is retirement treating you? Most of our guys loving it.

 

[MotorSWATCop]

Thanks for the info I may consider that but I just can't get myself to buy something with out seeing it in person. That's just my thing.

I saw on your post that you are retired police. I am a police Sgt in VA. How is retirement treating you? Most of our guys loving it.

If you find a rig you like, reach out on here and I'll bet there's a member who will be close and offer to check it out for you. One did it for me.

I'm finally enjoying retirement. I had a sick Mom to take care of and it took all of our time for a while. She went to Heaven in SEP and my wife and I have finally gotten everything settled. It's time for us to enjoy each other again. 34 years was enough in LE. I retired as a LT running the training division.

 

[1snowboarder]

SOLD - 1976 FJ40

I am selling my 1976 FJ 40 stock survivor with 69,3xx miles. She is an honest original and I am the fourth owner of the CA truck with oil cooler, carb fan, orig smog equip, and dealer installed AC. I have a provenance notebook with original window sticker and first owner maintenance/inspection...

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Thoughts on this one vs the other?

 

[tlaporte]

This is exactly the type of truck and deal I was thinking of when I said underappreciated above.

To my mind this looks like it could be an awesome choice and I would expect it to sell quickly.

 

[onemanarmy]

My advice is to list your wants amd needs and then search.
You say you have OK mechanical abilities, but then ask about 'how hard' it is to swap a tub....it involves 40 year old bolts, connectors, obsolete parts, failed rubber everything, and on and on. You should at least understand that.
Read every single build thread here. So much info to be taken in. The nuances, year differences, NA vs. SA trucks, what parts are available, who to buy parts from, and on and on need to be learned.
You say you want buy site unseen, but keep asking what we 'think' from a few pictures. We don't know either.
It's not for the faint of heart or poor people.

 

[EWheeler]

SOLD - 1976 FJ40

I am selling my 1976 FJ 40 stock survivor with 69,3xx miles. She is an honest original and I am the fourth owner of the CA truck with oil cooler, carb fan, orig smog equip, and dealer installed AC. I have a provenance notebook with original window sticker and first owner maintenance/inspection...

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Thoughts on this one vs the other?

This 76 from NC all day every day, I thought of you when I saw it remembering this thread, but couldn't find it to post to it. I then saw you replied to this thread with a link to that truck and were on the right track towards getting yourself a quality FJ40.

If you want something a bit rougher around the edges, and aren't concerned as much about originality, this is a very nice looking truck from a long time well known member:

For Sale - Dripping Springs, TX 1972 FJ40 SBC TH400

I had an awesome time with this truck at the 2022 Lone Star Land Cruiser Roundup. However, I recently realized there's a possibility that I might have too many Land Cruiser projects. Patina dune beige 1972 FJ40 with a 1970's date code carbureted Chevy 350, TH400 auto trans and a lokar shifter...

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[MotorSWATCop]

Listen to @EWheeler

He helped me with good advice!

 

[70fj40]

If you like that truck I would stop asking now and call the guy and make an offer. I suspect there are several guys that are ready to pay the man if they haven’t already. If that truck is as honest as it looks you likely won’t find anything nicer in original condition.