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  1. SteveH

    Cruiser corps rear seat cover issues…

    Were there no instructions? You could check SOR and see if they have instructions online for their covers that might give some ideas. I can't see how these could work, but maybe you roll under the extra material, or cut it off and re-hem with sewing machine. You shouldn't HAVE to do this, of...
  2. SteveH

    1975 FJ40 440 Swapped

    Many swaps lose the fan shroud. You must have a well-made, close-fitting fan shroud so that the engine fan does some good.
  3. SteveH

    Fiberglass hardtop paint recommendations please.

    Satin or shiny? I just used automotive single-stage white paint on one of my project trucks. I did not add any flex additives or things like that. I'm sure a paint shop could add a flattening agent to make it less shiny.
  4. SteveH

    Insurance?

    JC Taylor. 1/2 the price of Hagerty.
  5. SteveH

    Link for early (69) running board covers?

    I found a black, ribbed, vinyl carpet runner at Home Depot that was subtle and looked very '60s. Just cut it to fit.
  6. SteveH

    Sloppy steering questions

    If you have a friend waggle the wheel right to left while you watch the rods you might see movement you weren't expecting. This is about all you need to do. Have someone wiggle the wheel for several minutes while you look...
  7. SteveH

    Sourcing a Receiver Hitch that allows you to keep the back step for ambulance doors

    I made a custom receiver hitch and bought a long extension/insert. I rarely tow, and only tow light stuff, so it doesn't have to be a monster hitch. When removed, the step is functional.
  8. SteveH

    Clarification about factory PS on 78’

    A 'full factory PS setup' will be from a '79-'83 truck, not a '78, where PS was not yet an option. If it's a true FJ40 PS box, it should directly bolt to the pedestal. The center arm should be the same, as should the drag link. You will need to compare the new PS parts to the old FJ40 parts (if...
  9. SteveH

    Pricing For 1977 FJ40 Hard Top And Doors

    Thought doors and tops were available aftermarket? Once parts become available that generally lowers used prices. So far, aftermarket doors (and in my personal experience with Columbian quarter panels) aren't even close to fitting correctly. Read all the body part threads about Chinese tubs and...
  10. SteveH

    Pricing For 1977 FJ40 Hard Top And Doors

    If that top and doors are as clean as they appear, I'd buy it immediately at that price. In 6 months, it won't matter if it cost $3500 or $4500 when it's no longer available. Full hardtop setups just don't come on the market much.
  11. SteveH

    Need a double check of the city racer alternator for 11/77 FJ55

    @ToyotaMatt likely has boots for this alternator positive post. A correct-fitting (proper) boot is a good thing here, versus the ones that fall off every time you look at them. I doubt a chain auto parts store will have anything useful.
  12. SteveH

    '77 FJ40 Front Differential Cleanup

    You are at risk of worrying about this too much! If the ring and pinion wear surfaces look good, I would re-assemble and sleep well. Do not disassemble the ring and pinion. The front diff sees very little use/wear on a truck with locking hubs. The 'sludge' is knuckle grease that migrated into...
  13. SteveH

    Need a double check of the city racer alternator for 11/77 FJ55

    @jestlurnin You might want to shield the hot posts on that alternator with rubber boots so that you don't, say, lay your oil dipstick across them and fry something.
  14. SteveH

    2F Oil Loss

    I presume you don't see any blue smoke on shifts? I vote valve stem seals, but I presume they were replaced with quality parts during the rebuild, so maybe that's not it. Can you make a temporary PCV 'catch can' and see if it quickly fills with oil?
  15. SteveH

    Builds Rescuing a Basket Case '72 FJ40

    @diesellibrarian - not sure which is better, your photography or your welding repairs. Both look great. I sure hope that (after all paintwork is complete) you shoot lots of Fluid Film (or any grease) inside those formerly-rusted cavities. Rust never sleeps.
  16. SteveH

    1975 FJ40 Tie Rod Ends

    The standard alignment shops wouldn’t do it because their computers didn’t go back to the 70’s. That just cracks me up. Heck - they could have used the specs for a 1989 FJ62 and they would have been close enough. You need to avoid any chain joints (if you do this again) and find a frame shop or...
  17. SteveH

    Builds Meet Uma and not the one you are thinking of

    Whether I just stuck a 2F in it, or changed around the drivetrain would depend on how I used the truck. If you putter around a few times a year, just stick the 2F in it. If you pile 10K miles/year on it, then consider something different.
  18. SteveH

    2F Price Check and Need To Know Info

    $1200 (complete running engine and trans) is what I was thinking. Still would want a compression and oil pressure test.
  19. SteveH

    Close Gaps in Doors - Already Installed New Door Gaskets

    Wait until the gaskets recede over time, and tighten the door latches. As long as the gasket surface is tight and there are no wind/water leaks, count your blessings ;-)
  20. SteveH

    Mystery bolt

    The splines and stud make it look a lot like part of a windshield wiper arm post.
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