Replaced the wiring harness on my 77 resto. The FJ came without an alternator or VR. Bought the alternator and VR pictured below from SOR.
My first time messing with a VR. Hoping someone here can double check my homework:
1. Threaded lug with B on lower right side of alternator goes to...
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As part of my 77 FJ40 restoration I replaced the fuel tank. I am using the old hard lines but am replacing the rubber lines since the old ones were trashed.
The suction line had a small elbow shaped metal fitting where the rubber line came out of the tank that joined to a rubber...
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Anybody know what these rubber things on the front bumper are called and where I could get them? I bought an aftermarket front bumper for my FJ40 from CCOT and it has two holes that appear to be for these deals. BTW--I grabbed this pic from the interwebs--its not my FJ40.
I've...
Howdy All. Trying to get the the "park" setting on an FJ40 wiper motor to work.
Installed a new wiring harness in my 77 FJ40. Trying to use the old connectors for the wiper motor and switch. I do not have the old harness--just the connectors. They seem to match the description given in other...
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I have a brand new 3 Core Aluminum Radiator that I purchased from Cruiser Corps at the start of my project. I ended up buying a different radiator for the build (long story) and I've had this one too long to return it. It has a few small dings from being moved around during the...
I have the replacement glass and the windshield gasket for my 1977 FJ40. I also have the little rope tool everyone uses for windshield installation.
Wondering if anyone can give me any tips/info on how the gasket actually goes onto the glass. It is not radially apparent to me which of the...
Been looking around for a set of the small rear jump seats for my 1977 FJ40. There are plenty out there but they ain't cheap. I'm a 40 owner so I'm used to dropping large sums of cash on a regular basis :) still, looking at the relatively simple design of the rear jump seats I have to believe...
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Looking for a set of rear jump seats for a 1977 FJ40. The ones that sit on the wheel wells. I have a roll bar so I will need the jump seats that fit between the bar's posts. No too concerned about the condition as long as they're serviceable. I can fab up the cushions if all you...
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I am replacing the rear quarter panels and rear sill on my 77. When I got the cruiser the rear of the tub and rear quarters were so rusted the sill was essentially gone. HOnestly I didn't even know the part existed until I started reseraching how to replace the quarter panels...
Hey wiring gurus. Having an odd problem with the after market wiring harness I'm installing.
One of the lines that is supposed to be ignition hot (its for the radio) is only putting out 10.75 volts when the ignition is on. everything else seems to be working fine. The other ignition hot lines...
1977 FJ40 with a 1982 2F engine.
I Recently installed a new aftermarket wiring harness and a new starter. I'm new to automotive wiring and am learning about using relays. Question: Should I install a starter relay? If so any recommendations on what kind to buy?
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I recently took the block, crank, and head of my 2F from my FJ40 to a machine shop to have them machined.
The machinist had to slightly enlarge the cylinders. Based on his measurements I ordered a new set of pistons from SOR (.040 over). When putting the new pistons on the...
77 FJ40. Replecaing all the rear drum brake components.
Quick sanity check--the front spring (the one closest to the front of the vehicle goes behind the shoes; the rear spring (the one closest to the back) goes on the outside and the front wheel cylinder adjuster goes on the bottom; the rear...
The rear bumper on my FJ40 project is bent on one end (see pic). Otherwise the bumper/frame is in good shape. Wondering if anyone has any tips or tricks for straightening out the end shown in the pic. I know Harbor Freight sells a Port-a-Power device that would probably work and I have watched...
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Had my 1982 2F engine machined. Now it needs new pistons, bearings (rod and main), and valves. Sizes I need are:
Pistons .030
Main Bearings .010
Rod Bearings .020
SOR has everything in stock but wondered if there were other vendors folks have used that might be better. Thanks for...
Two quick ones. 77 FJ 40 with semi-floating rear axle:
1. Just pulled the axle shafts and seals. Obviously there is a special tool required to pull the rear wheel bearing. FSM shows some goofy Toyota tool. Any suggestions on what I might be able to buy or rig up at home? UPDATE--I got a rear...
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On either side of my front knuckle assembly there are two threaded holes with a nut in them secured by a bolt. The bolts have odd shaped rounded heads. See red circle in pic below. Am wondering what purpose these serve or used to serve? They don't seem to be hooked up to anything now.
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I'm gonna ask cause sure as God made little green apples if I throw this away it will be something I need. :)
Doing a resto-mod of a 77 FJ40. Drained the old clutch fluid for the first time. Found this in the clutch fluid reservoir. I give up. WTH is it?
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I need (and can't seem to find) a water pump pulley for my 1977 FJ40. Engine is a stock 1982 2F. My water pump and fan mate up perfectly. Pretty sure I have a fan with a clutch. See pics below. Pics are: my water pump, my fan, my water pump mated with my fan, the pulley I bought...