Recent content by Jalkelly

I have an ‘81 FJ40. When I picked it up there was only 1 front tow hook. It appears these came from factory with 2 or were the ‘81s an exception? Are OEM still obtainable? I did a search and it appears the bolts are but unclear if the actual hook is. I’ll concede this shouldn’t bother me...

Thanks, everyone! I have some strong leads now, appreciate the help and the community!

Thanks, guys. I agree doing it myself sounds great, but the steering feels to be above my pay grade for what I would be comfortable with. Any other ideas out there? Is it a horrible thought to take it to an actual Toyota dealer? Gasp! As mentioned it is running great otherwise, I drive it...

It’s a 1981 and everything is stock. Manual steering. Thanks for the interest.

Need some other suggestions for Phoenix area FJ40 repair shops? I’ve done plenty searches here but nothing real recent has come up. Desert Toy Shop is recommended but too over worked right now. I’ve been on ‘their wait list’ since April and was just told they won’t have room until next year...

Love following along, thanks for saving this one! I’m a fan of green and in AZ too…here is my ‘81.

Thanks all!

I got the new VCV in. Anything I should be aware of for the replacement or is it just plug and play? Thanks guys

Ok looks to be the VCV correct? Can someone confirm this is what I need? https://www.cityracerllc.com/products/oem-vacuum-control-valve-vcv-for-land-cruiser-fj40-fj60-fzj80

I passed emissions but failed the equipment portion due to not being able to run the pressure test. Anyone know what part this is? The white plastic piece broke off so assume I just need to replace the whole thing. The guy running the test said to just replace the evap hose but doesn’t appear...

Debating on adding an 8274 to my ‘81. Who makes the fairlead that says land cruiser on it? Desmo - phenomenal work sir.

Looking good! ‘81 John Deere Green owner here as well…wife took this pic because the reflection just looked cool in the store windows.

Ooof. Man, worth every penny for sure.

Did this really only sell for 17.6k?!?

Love your FJ, JM! Fellow pinhead/arcade enthusiast here too but still on the lookout for my first FJ. I enjoy exposing the kids to the old stuff and looking forward to them facing each other in jump seats one day!