I'm installing pwr steering in my 76 FJ40 and want to retrofit a tilt column. Has anybody done this and does anyone know which column will work the best? Thanks.
OK, First, thanks to all for the excellent advice. I think my problem as far as fit is solved. After measuring quite a few more times and comparing to my neighbors it will all come together. I'm able to get approx. 2 inches moving the radiator forward and a couple more by losing the fan clutch...
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Today I tried to hang a 5.7L vortec in my 1976 FJ40. My setup is: the 5.7 into a GM bellhousing, to a Ranger O.D., into the stock H42 4sp and stock T/C. My problem is that it doesn't fit. With the fan touching the radiator, the parking brake is almost touching the round crossmember, and...
Thanks for the info guys. I guess it's gonna boil down to how much i can find an nv4500 for. I'm thinking that overall the 4500 is stronger than the h42 and has a better 1st gear, but the ranger is the easier and maybe cheaper install. I'm leaning toward the nv4500, but it's gonna be a tough...
I'm starting a vortec conversion and was wondering if anyone has had any experience with the ranger splitter that AA sells. Positive or negative. I'm not sure if I want to use the toyota trans/tc with the splitter or use a nv4500/toyota tc. It seems to me that the splitter would be easier and...
Does anyone know the size of the giant nut on the front of the 2f crankshaft. Also, are there any books for rebuilding a 2f? I've seen the "Rebuild your small block Chevy" books and would like to find something similar. Thanks.