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    • Aloha Jen
      Finally got to drive this beautiful 40 for the first time! I can honestly say it is the most fun vehicle I have ever driven.
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    • Aloha Jen
      @bernardbar3 I had taken photos of my girlfriend all around my 1974 FJ40 back in 1975…. That Land Cruiser has seductive energy… 49 years later they’re both still here. Although the cruiser is different, The girlfriend is the same except I...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Thank you, I really appreciate your advice. I am currently reading through a bunch of your other carb advice threads and watching your YouTube series on rebuilding the carb. I may find the courage to try a rebuild. I will try the flooded start...
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      Aloha Jen reacted to Pin_Head's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      If the fuel level rises, then the inlet needle valve may be leaking. It is possible that the engine is flooded when you try to restart the engine. Carbs are notorious for having problems with "reformulated" gasoline causing them to leak fuel...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Thanks, will give it a try to see if it helps. Thanks, I’m going to try it out.
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      Aloha Jen reacted to fjwagon's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      Are sure all sparkplugs are firing? The fuel fills the entire sight glass is definitely not right. You could very possibly have a couple of issues. Do the easy stuff. Good luck.
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      DUI is of unknown age. I have had this 40 for 6 years and it was on the blown engine that came in the 40. A replacement 2F engine came with the purchase and we transferred the DUI over to that replacement motor. My guess is that the DUI is...
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      Aloha Jen reacted to middlecalf's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      Seafoam is a cleaner for the fuel system and oiling system. How old is that DUI? Do you have a tach connected? If so, is it steady or any needle jumping, flickering?
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      I’m not familiar with what Seafoam does, but will try it if you think it would help.
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Needle is still, no flicker. Yes, the extra long starts just started 4 days ago. Was happening warm or cold, but occasionally started right up over the last few days. I just went on a quick errand to the store and it started after one crank...
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      Aloha Jen reacted to middlecalf's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      Vacuum reading is exceptional, 21-22 inHg. Any flicker in the needle? This issue just started happening, a week or so ago? Ran/started fine before that?
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      Aloha Jen reacted to fjwagon's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      You take the top off the carb and see if the float is still functioning like it supposed. Also make sure you don't have leaks on your hoses. You can use soapy spray bottle if you suspect you have bad connection at carb. There is vendor here on...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      I just tested the vacuum. It’s my first time using one and it is a brand new gauge…so I’m not entirely sure how to read it. I checked the FSM and couldn’t find anywhere what the appropriate vacuum gauge reading should be, but here it is at idle...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Correct, carb has not been rebuilt, at least since I have owned it. It appears to have rebuilt in the past and was desmogues, but the boot does seem a little busted looking.
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Yes, it does the same long start if the air filter housing is on or off. It has a brand new OEM fuel filter and new rubber fuel lines that were just installed a couple weeks ago. Fuel pump seems to be working, at least when it starts and while...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      The sight glass does regularly show the level to be above the middle or even toward the top. I dont excessively pump the gas pedal before starting or use the choke. Si the sight glass level is filling up from some other problem. Do you know what...
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      Aloha Jen reacted to Skreddy's post in the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40 with Like Like.
      I agree that you could have vac leak and/or mixture issues. One free thing to try before tearing in is: before attempting to start, check where the fuel is in the sight glass. If it’s halfway or more, when you try to crank it, don’t give any...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Ok, I will start with checking the vacuum when the engine is cold and hot to see if that is the issue. Have not checked lean drop or mixture screw yet, but will research a bit on how to do that. I understand that people’s opinion on what’s...
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Thanks, I will check under the cap to see if there is any corrosion.
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      Aloha Jen replied to the thread Trouble starting 1975 Fj40.
      Sorry, should have said no hesitation, I guess I was more comparing to my more modern fuel injected LCs. That is a lot of stuff to get to in you list, and will look into the things you mentioned. One question I have is, when it finally starts and...
    • Aloha Jen
      I was hoping to get some advice/guidance on a starting problem I am having on my 1975 Fj40. It has a 2f engine and a desmoged carburetor from a 1978 fj40. It idles, revs with little to no hesitation and drives great! However, whenever I try...
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      Thanks!
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      Fantastic idea good for you
    • Aloha Jen
      Constructed an idea I had thought up awhile back for a spare tire upper brake light on my 1975 Fj40. For more info on it and the thinking behind it see my build thread here...
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    • Aloha Jen
      Thanks! It’s been a long project that can finally see some light at the end of the project tunnel. I’ve been very fortunate to have talented friends and family to help me, from really good new and used parts professionals to knowledgeable...
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