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TO ALL- I took the leap and picked up an early H55 5 speed split case transmission to mate up to my CSB motor. I purchased a bell housing from Advance Adapters. Two issues. 1: I was not impressed with the casting. I hope it’s a fluke and will be returning it. 2: The access hole for the...

I rebuilt it myself and has been trouble free, still in vehicle . It’s a floor mount.

1968 FJ40: Anyone have an idea what a transfer case and 3 speed transmission is worth. Good condition and was rebuilt approx. 5 years ago.

Anyone know where I can get 5 speed H55 transmission and late model transfer case? Prefer rebuilt. Transmission Part Number: #33030-60450 Transfer Case Part Number: #36110-6E181 Thanks

To all- I’m in search of the rebuild kit or parts to rebuild the steering gear box in my 1968 FJ40? Thanks

To all- I have a 1968 FJ40. I’m looking to install electric power assist steering. Has anyone had any experience with this type of steering system? Thanks

I finally figured it out. Larger bore master cylinder did the trick

To all- anyone know where I can get a manual steering box rebuilt kit for a 1968 FJ40? Thanks Russ

Good afternoon. I recently converted front drums to later model fj40 disc brakes with Toyota power brake unit. Still have factory rear drum, all new. Everything seems to be working as it should and bleed well, but still have to pump pedal. Should I go to a larger bore master cylinder, like...

Yes I did the same. Thanks

Good afternoon. I have a 1968 FJ40. I replaced the rear wheel cylinders and noticed that the adjustment screen where the shoe rides is cut straight and not at an angle like the original. Does it make any difference which one I use? Thanks Russ

Thank you. I add the wilwood proportioning after not getting a pedal without pumping. I’ll readjust and bleed . Thanks so are you saying the slot in the adjuster is better if it’s the straight one?

Good afternoon. I have a1968 FJ40. I recently converted the front drum brakes to disc from a newer FJ40, calipers, and rotors are all new. I also covered to power brakes using all new parts from a later Toyota, all new. I replaced rear shoes, and 4 new rear wheel cylinders. I added a...