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  1. Captn Conch

    8274 winch motor armature lug question.

    Where do I connect the single lug (armature)at the end of the motor on my '77 8247? Replacing solenoids with contactor.. Contactor has the 4 lugs ,pos and neg to battery then the other two to the f1 & f2 lugs on motor. I've checked the diagrams on line and still don't get it. Where the heck do...
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    Aftermarket 8472 control receptacle?

    Putting contactor on my 7/7/77 Warn 8274. It's got the old metal plug receptacle that intrudes into control box about 1.5". Is there a cheap replacement for this plug in? I'd like to keep the receptacle where it is. I see warn has the "new" version (1980 and up) for about $40. Ouch. The newer...
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    Flat towing FJ40... Mountains and Apache saga

    I just got back From flat towing my '71 Fj40 with 2.5" lift, 10.50x33/ 15's with Harbor Freight towbar. After disconnecting one end of the driveshaft at the rear differential and zip tying it over to the frame, transfer in neutral, Warn lockouts in free, I Towed the 40 over 3 Colorado mountain...
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    Flat towing '71 FJ40 tail light wiring need help

    Flat towing behind my 92 Chev 1 ton regular cab non dually. I want to go right into my rear tail light wire and wire in flat 4 pin connector at rear of PU of course. I want to bypass my 40 electrical system. So I want to hook up directly to my Pickup towing plug and take the flat pin wiring...
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    For Chevota Owners.

    My 350 Chevota ( GMC 350 out of a 78 Jimmy) would usually cold start or somewhat warm start would not start without 2 or 3 half pumps of the accelerator but occaisionally would be a bit harder to start after being parked awhile in the summer heat here in Colorado Springs at 6,000 FASL. So...
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    SM 465 short shaft granny Transmission/Shifter

    This is a great shape, short shaft SM 465 tranny with the 10 spline. It's moving time and I can't take it with me. Comes with the chrome shifter and knob too. This is of course the tranny you want for that Low Low granny gear! Only $100.00 for all. Also has the output coupler included...
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    For Sale  Transfer case bearings Koyo

    Have some new Koyo bearings for Land Cruiser transfer case I believe these are for '80-'84 Split case. Here are the numbers for verification. I looked them up a couple of years ago and labeled them but always good to confirm numbers. The little one is front inner output shaft BT1112-1 Front...
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    Bib hinge bolt size?

    Just noticed I'm missing one bolt that attach the bib hinge to the bib, these are the 2 front facing bolts, the remaining bolt has the number 5 on the head but I need to know what size it is. I searched my bolt inventory and no #5 bolt to be found. need length and thread type info. I figure if I...
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    FJ55 choke cable replacement battle.

    Still trying to replace frozen choke cable on the '76 55. Just can't seem to access the back nut to get the pull mechanism out. Research says remove gauge panel and then remove the choke pull assembly. But How do I remove that gauge cluster? it is now unbolted and wedged between steering column...
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    Ram Offroad Park info for 2/15/20 Saturday

    Reading the Ram website rules it states all must wear helmets. However in the 4x4 section it states all required seat belts and it looks like rollcage and Helmets recommended. I called and verified that we don't have to wear a skid lid, helmets are required for track activities, but for...
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    how to remove 55 gauge panel?

    In my pursuit to replace the choke assembly, I DC'd the battery, took off the plastic steering column cover, removed the screws and have pulled the cluster panel out a bit. Is there a connector for the wiring harness leading to gauges? Didn't see one and not much room to access unless I can...
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    Found decent '76 FJ55.

    Well...I bought a new to me 1976 FJ55, My second one. Do not own the first one now. Quite original, normal crusty body but not in the critical places. Rare white over green..same as the first one I owned. (Ha! were they all made this color in '76?) This one is a survivor with crusty body...
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    Screwed up hood latch, Fix?

    Hood part of latch the is wobbling back and forth like a blow up punching clown. Very loose and I can see where previous owner tried to slam hood down and have depressed the grill part of the latch. It's the spring part up there looks like maybe a skinny wrench and big screwdriver are needed but...
  14. Captn Conch

    Tailgate window lift problems and questions

    I've read all the posts here pertaining to rehab of tailgate window lift but now that I'm doing it found problems. Got the hi dollar steel gear from SOR and put that in, marked the position of the lifts when pulled out, but came across a problem upon reassembly. There is the little 2 hole...
  15. Captn Conch

    Windshield washer tank. I give up.

    How to remove the stock windshield washer tank from my '76 55? It's in great shape but I'm trying to get the battery tray out for cleaning and paint. I sure don't want to break it! :oops: Does it just pull straight up and out or is mine jammed from leaves and debris accumulated through the...
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    Replacement solenoids for 8274 winch or cheap contactor options.

    I know Warn no longer has the solenoids for my 1977 8274, but are there new aftermarket similar winch solenoids that could be used? Were Warns very proprietary and unique design solenoids? Golf cart solenoids viable option? I would like to keep my old winch stock in appearance and have...
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    Warn 8274 winch Contactor comps?

    7/5/1977 Warn 8274, Thinking about replacing the solenoids with a contactor. Amazon has a variety of 12 V 500 amp contactors from $30 and up, all look quite similar to the Albright. They claim to be for 8500 to 12500 lb winches. Input about the use of one of these options on the 8274? the Warn...
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    '85 fj60 long transmission, can spacer be removed?

    The '85 FJ60 had the longer 4 speed tranny and it looks like the added length is a 3.5" spacer (and longer output shaft.) Is it possible to remove this spacer and add short shaft and have the short tranny? I noticed the case looks like the spacer is not molded onto the tranny. Also the shift...
  19. Captn Conch

    Reversing 350 SBC conversion with 2F engine in my '71 FJ40?

    I know there was a post or two about this subject but darned if I can find them. I acquired a nice stock low mileage 2F complete engine (sans smog) and 4 speed tranny out of a '85 FJ60. I'm kinda thinking going back to all Toyota status. I converted to sbc back in mid 80's, running good...
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    Wanted  SM465 to 3 Speed Transfer case plate needed

    Sure could use a Woodys or Classic Cruisers Adapter Plate so I can hook up the two together. Prefer a Woodys version but...I'm finally ready to do it as my last 4wd expedition would sure have been been better if I had a real Granny gear. Gimme me a call, text, email or Mud Gram if you have one...
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