After moving my "project" several times and wrenching on it infrequently. I have come to the realization I am not a FJ restorer or project guy. My loss is your gain. This FJ has been in the family for more than 20 years.
I got it running, rebuilt the carb, changed out the distributor...
What size and grade bolt
What size and grade bolt do I need to attach the caliper to the knuckle? Tried google and my ggogle Fu is weak in this search area.
I have almost all the parts to put it back together, except for those bolts.
Thanks for the great writeup.
Bikersmurf, the passenger side valve cover is almost touching the firewall. I will not be addressing that anytime soon, though it does weigh on my mind. (after reading some of your thread, I think Isee why the engine is so far back though, I have no heater issues witht he shifting levers.) The...
And here is the part where I ask for advice. The PO installed dual shocks in the 80's and I would like to go back to one set, as I understand duals are a waste of good shocks. As you can see the added shock tower has been welded to the fender upright. This makes the fenders non removable. I...
In other news, the engine runs and starts very easily. This is quite a relief, as the engine sat silent for four years. Here is a youtube clip for those interested. I am sure you have seen many engines run, but this is the first one I have resuscitated.
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