Builds 1963 FJ45LP SWB Fixed Top "Sweet Simplicity"

[Michael B]

Whatd’ ya doooooo?

 

[middlecalf]

Shoulder arthroplasty to replace worn out joint. Left one also sometime this coming year. So wrenching (cow stuff and even driving) is on hold for a bit.

 

[KT40]

You will recover Paul! Stronger than ever!!

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

 

[Unimogguy]

In the mean time…
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Paul and here I was thinking everything was ok with the thumbs up?!?! I hope you get better soon! I miss the Idaho 45 pics!!!

 

[middlecalf]

Actually, everything is ok. I’ve been in serious pain and have had mobility issues for some time so this surgery (and the left when it happens) will get me back to normal, definitely a thumbs up . I’ve heard different stories about the healing process (from good to bad) and so far mine has been real good. I’ve got a great “coach” (wife!), pain has been manageable with just OTC pain meds (no narcotics) and my left finger typing skills have achieved post-mediocrity . Praise the Lord .

 

[Michael B]

I hope you have a quick and complete recovery Paul

 

[middlecalf]

Some showed up today

 

[Unimogguy]

Paul,

Are those OEM? If so nice score!!!

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

I don’t recognize those unicorns. What are they?

 

[middlecalf]

On the SWB 45’s the rear cab windows are sliding windows, and these are the OEM locks which simply flip into place and keep the sliding windows from sliding open. @sofj45 sent them to me . Here’s a pic from him with the lock mounted in his rig

 

[KT40]

That is a part that needs to be reproduced!

 

[sofj45]

That is a part that needs to be reproduced!

I tried getting a few shops to make a close replica. But no interest. It’s a hard one really I mean how many sets are you gonna sell 10? Someone could do a close replica with technology of printed such but that’s above my paygrade and to much time. Just takes years of looking and they pop out of the most un-expected places.

Paul you should be able to do a simple plasti dip or something on the tips to get them back like they should be.

 

[cruiserdan]

You might reach out to City Racer. He's an enthusiast that likes a challenge.

 

[redfj45can]

 

[middlecalf]

Springtime in the hills

 

[wngrog]

Awesome

 

[Bear]

Great to see your truck in use. And such an interesting paint mosaic !

 

[sofj45]

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1880168411/vintage-fj45-toyota-landcruiser-graphic?sh_rv=1&ref=shop_home_active_12&logging_key=7f664e24b2a186e8c518edfcd9475d6126290f25%3A1880168411

Kinda looks like this paint job Paul

 

[middlecalf]

Is that your daughter’s work?