Recent content by DStern

Thanks Guys - Would you believe I got quoted $2,000?! Thank God for this board. More importantly, I know the truck doesnt NEED the work, I was thinking preventative. I been doing my reading and knew a rebuild kit ran the $145 like Rooster indicated. Unless I'm not describing the...

How much to completely rebuild a F40 front axel - parts cost? larbor cost? Redo everything - wheel bearings, knuckles, diff? Thanks and sorry for the noob Q Dave

Poser - Thanks for the help. I thought the fitment or bolt pattern was different but according to the guys at SOR, they are the same. The only difference is a that the 1980 wheel is a 6 inch wide and the 1978 is 5.5. Why would that matter? Would it matter is I was running a 2.5 OME lift...

Poser - Exactly the wheel I want. But I thought the wheel fitment was different. Thanks - I'll check. Dave

Is there a vendor that makes a steel wheel in the Cygnus (off white) color for a 1978 FJ40? The color and fitment are most important, I am open as to style, OEM, spoke, etc. I'd buy the OEM steel in gray or black but with powder coating and caps, it gets to be an expensive deal. Thanks in...

Where in VA? Thanks Dave

Same Question except 15 inch rims on a 78? Thanks Dave

Anyone know where I can get an aftermarket replacement for my instrument panel for my 78 40. I looking for something that would fit the orginal space (no cutting or drilling). The panel itself is all I need, I can get the gauges, but all together is fine too. If I could paint it to match the...

BKerr - I had those guys work on my prior Jeep. They do good work. I assumed they could do the suspension, I didnt think they would be into the restoration but I will call them and see if they can point me in a direction. Thanks Dave

my64fj40 - Thanks for the reply. I called CCOT thinking they would be the natural choice. When I called, the guy told me they "dont do restorations, sales only" and hung up. I didnt get a chance to inquire about their parts. Really surprised me. I'll check out Wimberly Toyota, I'm heading...

Can anyone recommend a shop in Houston or the surrounding area to complete a "restoration" on a 1978 FJ40. I have purchased a numbers matching, rust free, low mile example from California. To my surprise, it even came with the window sticker and dealer delivery check list. As a long time...

Blueflame - Much Appreciated. Exactly the help I needed. Like to comment on them? Ride Quality? Thanks again, Dave

Sorry for the delay. Attached are photos. The tires are 30x9.5x15. Thanks again for the help. Newbie - Dave

Draken - Thanks for the response. I will take photos and post later but they are painted in "gloss" black with the part number in white paint lettering. Dave

Just bought a 1978 LC, really thrilled with it's condition and am trying to assess things. It clearly has new springs. Can anyone tell me whether they are "stock" replacements or an aftermarket brand? Does anyone recognize these part numbers? The springs are marked "80-003028" and...