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    Wiper motor cover sizes and wiper motor mounting?

    It appears that the PO replaced the windshield frame on my 1978 FJ40 with an older frame. The rig was rolled. I have the wiper motor and the cover, but mine is wider than the holes in the frame. Will the motor for the 78 work with the older frames? The holes on the motor mounting plate line up...
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    '78 FJ40 needs lockers. I need advice

    I'm about to rebuild the knuckles and replace the hubs. I figure while I've got the front in the air I might as well install a locker. I've got some cash saved from VA disability and can afford the front locker now. A month or two down the road I'll do the rear. I'm "frugal." I'm looking at ARB...
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    Bit off more than I can chew. '78 FJ40 in Albuquerque

    I just wanted to replace the clutch because it was slipping pretty bad and money was tight. Picked up the upper and lower clutch cylinders, too. Figured I'd do the rear main seal and the transfer case seals while I had i . Then I thought I might as well do the oil pan gasket. I've done similar...
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    '78 FJ40 spare carrier bolt replacement

    The bolts (not studs) on my carrier were so stripped and worn that I was worried about losing my spare. The bolts I had were just #5 bolts tack welded to the carrier. There's no room to get an angle grinder in there so I used a Dremel and some abrasive cutoff wheels. I also had to use a cold...
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    Steering box R&R 78 FJ40

    I've been delving into the posts, but would love some hints or advice on replacing the steering box. While I've got it in the air, I'm gonna replace the front shocks, the rod ends, rag joint and add a steering stablizer. Lemme know if you have something that would help.
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    Who wants to rummage through my boxes full of FJ parts?

    I have a couple of boxes of random parts that came with my FJ. It's a 1978 FJ40. Come by and see what you can use. Several hard-top bits that I'll never use plus some ambulance door pieces. Ditto. I'm keeping the stuff that will work on my build, but the rest will go in exchange for help...
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    I suck at electrical. Anyone willing to help with FJ40 lights?

    I could really use some help. I'm willing to pay in beer, food (I'm a pro Chef) or cash. My electrical is fine except for my rear lights. I have some LED light bars installed but need help wiring them. Also, the last buddy who tried to help wired a bad ground so whenever I put it in reverse it...
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    Looking to get some gravel in my travel.

    I'm on the west side of Burque and haven't taken the FJ out in about 15 yrs. When I was in Santa Fe, I drove Diablo Canyon all the time just for fun. Is there anywhere (legal) to run around that's close? I just wanna remind myself how she runs and get my spine re-acquainted with the dirt. I'm...
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    Recommendation for a good, affordable seat cover for 78 FJ40?

    My seats are pretty torn up, but I'll be spending money on mechanical before cosmetic. Is there a brand that fits well, is waterproof and doesn't cost as much as a set of tires? Thanks.
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    2F suddenly no idle

    I had my 1978 FJ40 in the shop recently. It had been sitting for years. Turns out the lining in the gas tank had degraded and ruined the fuel pump and carb. Tank was acid washed and relined, new fuel pump, carb completely rebuilt. It ran perfectly on the way home from the shop. I ran it in and...
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