First time pig owner/LS swap. (1 Viewer)

[silveradofab]

So it finally made it home with me. After the test drive didn’t go “perfectly” the PO insisted he take the truck to his new shop and get it right before I took it. Let’s just say if you are in Raleigh NC and want to hear about a terrible experience,inquire with me and I’ll fill you in. After about two weeks I finally had enough and limped the thing home myself.
After finding the shop had in fact not drained the varnished fuel, I flushed the tank with e85(really great cleaner). I believe I still have a carburetor issue but I haven’t been able to diagnose anything yet. Unfortunately it’s been raining ea evening and I’ve only tinkered with it a few minutes at a time. It’s pretty complete and completely rusty but I love it so far.

 

[DirtDauberGarage]

Can’t wait to follow along!

 

[DirtDauberGarage]

PS… welcome to the family!

 

[silveradofab]

PS… welcome to the family!

Thanks! I’ve been non stop lurking since I found this truck last month. A lot of enthusiasm with this series!

 

[silveradofab]

So the PO said the rear window didn’t work… so I like a good reader found the window thread. Figured it was the safety button and it was! Unfortunately the window frame? that holds the window glass was rotten and the window fell out and the frame crumbled. I’m needing one if anyone has one available. The mechanism seems to work but it’s all very rusty.
Also looking for a better tailgate. I’ll snap more photos tomorrow morning.

 

[xtremeVA]

The good news is that your piggie is home and in your hands.

Congrats and welcome to the sty.

 

[Blastservices]

Enjoy the struggle!! You will grow to love the beatings.

 

[76lcmike]

So it finally made it home with me. After the test drive didn’t go “perfectly” the PO insisted he take the truck to his new shop and get it right before I took it. Let’s just say if you are in Raleigh NC and want to hear about a terrible experience,inquire with me and I’ll fill you in. After about two weeks I finally had enough and limped the thing home myself.
After finding the shop had in fact not drained the varnished fuel, I flushed the tank with e85(really great cleaner). I believe I still have a carburetor issue but I haven’t been able to diagnose anything yet. Unfortunately it’s been raining ea evening and I’ve only tinkered with it a few minutes at a time. It’s pretty complete and completely rusty but I love it so far. View attachment 3053950

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toast to the new pig owner!

 

[onemanarmy]

I'm in Raleigh it's great to see another Pig in town!

 

[silveradofab]

I'm in Raleigh it's great to see another Pig in town!

!! I’d like to meet up

 

[onemanarmy]

I'll have to wake mine up from its slumber

so what are the plans for it?

 

[silveradofab]

I'll have to wake mine up from its slumber

so what are the plans for it?

So far just drive it. It’s getting some carburetor help right now

 

[silveradofab]

**UPDATE**
So just got the 55 back from the mechanic, who rebuilt the carb, and it’s not better. Worse actually. Bummer
I went into it knowing it was a risk to try and rebuild the factory carb. I was hoping to keep it original. Now I guess I’m buying a Weber.
Still haven’t really been able to drive this thing yet and I’m determined to get it ready for our local land cruiser clubs meet in Uwharrie.
Suggestions on a replacement carb?

 

[bobm]

Dont buy a Weber, there are better alternatives

 

[Blastservices]

Ask @65swb45 for a carb outright. Original is best.

 

[silveradofab]

Dont buy a Weber, there are better alternatives

What would you suggest? I’d love a factory carb but can’t trust another old worn out unit.

 

[silveradofab]

Ask @65swb45 for a carb outright. Original is best.

Who dat?

 

[Gordobe]

Original is best.

Maybe there is something other then the carb having issues. If there was that much bad gas in the tank. Or ignition issues

Original carb worked great originally. They still can.

Welcome to the mystery theater and things that go bump in the night.

You will prevail

 

[Unimogguy]

@silveradofab

@65swb45 (aka Mark) is a Landcruiser only business owner since 1990. He stocks and sells parts and does rebuilds on customer parts as well. Carbs, steering boxes, axles, brakes, etc.

Marks Off Road Home Page

Mark's Off Road, home of the Ruftoys offers new, used, and rebuilt parts and accessories for the FJ40 Toyota Landcruiser. Full service and restoration-quality work available for everything we sell.

www.marksoffroad.net

He’s old school and does business on the phone. I have ordered a lot of parts from him. I was extremely impressed with the level of care his wife went to to package the parts to make sure they weren’t damaged in transit. He was extremely generous with his time to answer several of my questions.

 

[MacDaddyRabbit]

Dont buy a Weber, there are better alternatives

Agreed .. Keep the OEM carb....
Jim TLC rebuilds... He's done three for me and he does (in my opinion) great work.. Not a two-three week turn around.. But if youre not in a hurry that's my 2 cents worth.. Nothing more.. grins
Congratulations on your pig!!