Long story short, I replaced the speedo cable over the weekend and while I was under the cruisier a quick inspection of the suspension revealed the spring pin bushings were totally disintegrated, and all the shackle bushings are in bad shape which probably explains all the road noise and rattle...
My wife and I owned a FJ40 back in the 70's. Love at first sight - FJ and each other. being military, we shipped it to Germany for our 3-year tour. Sadly, it had to be traded for a faster more comfortable car when we got it back to the states.
Now, we'll be having a '75 BJ40 from Costa Rica to...
Hey gang, long shot here but looking for a tub (have doors, roof and barn doors) but both tubs I have are pretty bad. Looking for a repairable tub before I order one from China. I know it's a long shot, but this community surprises me each time. Looking for a later 1979-onwards tub.
Pickup...
Hello all,
good to find you guys here, and active.
I have the above vehicle and a short at the rear left light cluster. when i indicate it flashes the brake/ running light too. This situation ONLY occurs when i attach a light converter to the mix. If i dont attach it to the five wires...i...
I'm looking to purchase a 1977 BJ40 import, but seller doesn't know where it was imported from. He provided a 10 digit vin but, i can't find any info with the vin.
Looking for help to clear my stupidity on this please. Had a starter failure, pulled it-had it rebuilt (twice as the shop had it reversed the first time). New rebuild clearly has "12V" sticker on solenoid housing-but they assured me no prob. First startup and test drive (<5min) no problems...
Hello to all you guys !
a lot of time away from this wonderful forum ...but you Know life is strange ... tu cut a long story short :
4 years ago, after 10 years i left my "old" girlfriend so i had to move to new house... at the same time i have changed job company...a lot of new things to...
Hi everyone, this is my first post after getting to know my 1978 BJ40 (24v) for a few months and extensive lurking on these boards. Amazing how valuable ih8mud is as a resource - thanks everyone for sharing your experience and I'm hoping someone can help me solve a puzzle!
Overall my BJ is in...
1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 For Sale
🚙 Model: 1980 BJ40LV-KCW
🌍 Location: Tampa, FL
Motivated to sell this BEAUTIFUL 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser:
Are you ready to own a piece of off-road history? This 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 is a rare gem and a true classic. Imported from Germany, it's...
Had this FJ40 for 13 years. Bought from a local seller that had purchased in Arizona and brought to San Diego. Have had it serviced at the Truck Shop (TLC specific mechanic) in SD the entire time. Have receipts for literally everything done.
Smog exempt in CA. Chevy 350 SB engine - V8 - runs...
Just imported a 1983 BJ40 into Canada from Italy. I am interested in installing new tires and possibly rims. Vehicle has the original rims now. Preference for the tires are 33 x 10.5 R15 BFG K02’s. There is no lift kit installed now.
Looking for thoughts / guidance / suggestions about the above.
Hi everybody! I´ve been around for a while now and I just noticed I never presented myself. As I don't identify with a rude person. I present myself and I show you all my rusted BJ40. There's a lot of work to do in my BJ and I hope I can start with rust removing this winter. I certainly will...
Hello you guys,,,,,I picked up a 1978 BJ40 and need a B diesel HEAD in good working order (no cracks or flaws ). Anyone who might want to sell theirs or anyone having a reliable business source who may have one please get in touch. Thanks everyone. Dave / FJFJFJ
I use to make pictures of everything when taking all apart but here I missed one... It was stored in the back with the starter switch but I have no clue where it goes. Does anyone of you have an idea? BJ40 1977... Thanks!
1969 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40. Selling on behalf of a friend.
Owned for 25+ years. Garage kept and also used as a mountain cabin vehicle. Original motor and drivetrain. 3 on the tree transmission, locking hubs and Warn winch. Also comes with hard full size doors and hardtop which is stored...
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If you wanted to convert a Toyota Land Cruiser BJ40 into an automatic / gas engine -- what engine is most common? Is a Chevy V8 the best route? Any specific engine specs that make the conversion easier?
Keeping the Toyota DNA is not super important to us but we've also been told a...