jmccandless

After cleaning everything up, we proceeded to place and weld the new frame piece using the jig: Welded in: After more cleanup and painting it looks pretty much like factory: And with everything fitted it's good as new:

I figured the easiest and best way to proceed was to cut out the entire rear frame member and replace it with new. Lucky for me, the original Toyota part is (or was) still available new:

Yup, you don't have to do OEM. I have the Cooler Classics aftermarket part at half the cost; it works well enough, so unless you're a purist with disposable income, you can make it work using other means. I'm also convinced that you can use other...

Got mine installed, and happy to say no leaks in the (super pathetic) monsoons and no whistling when going down the highway. When open I can easily reach into the back area and touch the floor, meaning I can grab anything on that side without...

I believe so. Obviously not the 62 but I think the early and late had the same dash pads

Nice build plan, following! I'm interested to see how the Vinyl flooring installs and fits, I've been tempted to switch to that from carpet. If someone made a replica of the stock setup Toyota/Landcruiser logos it's would be a no brainer! :)...

That’s looking great! Is it safe to assume this will fit all years of the 60, with no difference in early v late?

TRAIL TAILOR 60 SERIES CHASSIS 2” x 5” x .188” wall frame rails Laser cut and CNC bent bracketry for accuracy 1.75” x .313” wall front and rear adjustable 4 links with 80 series OEM bushings Fox Racing coilover shocks and steering stabilizer...

Getting closer. Working on getting our templated lines manufactured, and a braket designed to bolt to hang them under the battery tray. There will be both 6/8 male ends in the lines there and then the next step will be premade hose options to go...