Recent content by rtuins4x4

Hoping someone might have some guidance for me. I did the 80 series electric antenna swap into my 62 today. Works like a beauty. From this thread: FJ62 power antenna fix - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/fj62-power-antenna-fix.1222351/ My donor mast housing from a non functional antenna did...

I found a dash pad a few years back to replace the cracked one in my 62. Finally got around to it. I should have done it a while ago. Looks brand new. Didn't take a before with it in. Now the anxiety starts. Need to protect it against any new cracks.

Been knocking out some smaller projects all summer. Did an overhaul on the wheels. Swapped out the locking hubs with new ones from cruiser outfitters. Was due for a tire rotation so I gave some new life to the chrome wheels and swapped in new center hubs on all four. Almost looks out of place...

I copied you on this little project. Looking good so far. I was wondering if you were able to get the bottom portion of the new lid to latch with the console? Did you modify the latch to get it to sit further forward? Thanks.

We did use the jute pad in the cargo area. I'll post up some pics of my fit in the back if you want to compare. Saw in another thread you were thinking of LS swapping your rig. Keep me updated on that I'm exploring LS options for mine as well. Let me know if you have any other questions.

I installed one into my FJ62 three years ago. I really like it. Fits tight and looks really clean. It has as close to an OEM look as I could find online (with the exception of the vinyl trim pieces up front by the shifter assembly). I'm especially happy with how it fits in the cargo area. It...

My apologies, I should have read your post closer! Good luck man!

Autozone Dorman Clip 75451**

I fixed this exact issue in my new to me 62 about 2 weeks ago with a 3 dollar Dorman clip. Don’t cut the tailgate it’s an easy fix. You may need to recruit someone with a smaller hand. I’m 6’1” 220 lbs and I was able to wedge my hand in there and about mid way up my forearm to reach. My father...