Build 1958 project Sundune
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I haven’t been following this thread, but just noticed this. The FJ25 transfer case relies on the front driveshaft spinning to provide splash lubrication throughout the TC since the rear output shaft is higher than most of the case. Installing selectable hubs and running them free will prevent the TC from receiving much lubrication.
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Thanks. I realized this after I purchased them. I have since sold the hubs.
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Springs and axles next.
I took apart the springs. Sand blasted, primed, and painted each leaf. Once they are reassembled, I will sand each spring and give them a final coat of paint.
Axles are torn down now. Ready for new seals and bearings.
I took apart the springs. Sand blasted, primed, and painted each leaf. Once they are reassembled, I will sand each spring and give them a final coat of paint.
Axles are torn down now. Ready for new seals and bearings.
Totally tripendicular
Did you get that from them (Torica) or a top secret source?
Did you get that from them (Torica) or a top secret source?
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Source in Columbia
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Well I guess since I’m going all out on this project I might as well use my nos Toyota hood I have been saving. The other one is pretty crusty. I thinking would clean up, however I don’t want any rust issues bubbling years down the road.
Just a little hood history, because im a dork. Early ( pre 1960??) FJ25 hoods windshield hooks catch were riveted on instead of spot welded. ( EDIT: specified that pre 1960 hood were riveted)
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Your right. I’m going to have to modify that.
I would not conclude that all FJ 25’s had riveted hood and apron catch pockets. My 1960 has the original hood and aprons, the catch pockets are spot welded on. Here are a couple dusty photos.
Thats really cool, always wondered what it looked like in real life.
You might check the latch mounting on the 1964 vs your stock hood, if you have the air inlet they are further back on the hood. Easy to drill the T-Bird holes. Also check out the vents, they are different. John
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The vents are different. I have a rust free 1961 hood too. I will have to compare them.
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One of the most difficult parts to the 1958 build was going to be the rear fold down filler panel. It’s original to the vehicle so I did not want to use the fst tailgate like all the others have. It appeared better in the photo than it was. The lower edge was completely rotted off. Wrong hinges were used, hole patched in the gate where the aluminum piece is, very crusty, ect.
So when all else fails, build a new one. That is now finished and I’m ready to move on to the next piece.
So when all else fails, build a new one. That is now finished and I’m ready to move on to the next piece.
Thats really cool!! I like the front bib style hinges.