Build 1965 Seminole Red FJ45 SWB

[wngrog]

Northbound yet again. Magic is brewing

 

[wngrog]

I’m almost convinced this is all going to work. The scientists at Mosley Motors have been consulting heavily with ETAF to ensure we are maximizing tractor performance

Seminole will be getting a mild inpatient surgery on Monday and then will undergo some Physical Conditioning for three days.

Combine is set for Thursday.

 

[cruiseroutfit]

I don't know that one. But this thread had some interesting info: Production numbers FJ45 LWB - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/production-numbers-fj45-lwb.769734/page-2
@cruiseroutfit posted a cool table in it as well that breaks down the 40 to 45 imports at least. Now breaking down the 45 variants further...

@cruiserdan do you know how many of each 45 was imported into the US?

Dan should have a copy of the same frame chart I posted. I made a copy for the museum years ago though I can't say I've looked for it down there in a minute.

It has frame numbers but nothing super detail on production numbers and imports. There is an old 4WD history book I have that lists import numbers for the 40/45/55 in the US market. I'll have to dig it out and freshen up.

 

[wngrog]

Is anyone sitting in a tool roll they would be willing to sell?

 

[jomelo]

This one is done with Memphis. I’ll let @FJ60Cam get into the nuts and bolts of the dyno stuff and what all was done. But there is a considerable power increase over the 2F Cop motor like I have in my yellow 40. I think it was worth it.

 

[FJ60Cam]

I’ll give a better update in a bit, but I’m stoked to see these two drag race before long

 

[Godwin]

I’ll give a better update in a bit, but I’m stoked to see these two drag race before long

I hope Lockwood gets to drive it before you and Grogan blow it up.

 

[wngrog]

I hope Lockwood gets to drive it before you and Grogan blow it up.

I just took it for a drive. It’s perfect. Smoothest 2F on the planet.

It’s in the shop for one last once over and a good cleaning

 

[wngrog]

While all the science was happening up north I collected the parts to mount a period correct jack under the seat and a jack handle and starting rod behind the seat.

The OEM M12 wing nut was frozen on the bracket and broke. If anyone is sitting on a spare I’ll take it.

And thanks to those that tagged me on the OEM tool bag in the classified section. John had just found one when that one posted.

It came with a Cruiser but that’s the next story…..,

 

[wngrog]

Here is where the Holly coil and ignition box went

Nice and clean for delivery

 

[middlecalf]

I can’t remember all the pre-PO stuff but did this come from JP without the toolbox?

 

[jomelo]

I can’t remember all the pre-PO stuff but did this come from JP without the toolbox?

There was no tool kit when I got it.

 

[middlecalf]

Not the kit but the driver’s underseat box, I know 65 40’s had underseat toolboxes but wasn’t sure about 45s. Maybe this was removed to gain more seating clearance with the steering wheel?

 

[wngrog]

Not the kit but the driver’s underseat box, I know 65 40’s had underseat toolboxes but wasn’t sure about 45s. Maybe this was removed to gain more seating clearance with the steering wheel?

The removable tops did not have tool box seats. They are completely different than the non-removable top 45s.

 

[wngrog]

Polished out the roof. It was not as shiny as the rest of the truck. Went ahead and polished the rest while the orbital was warm

 

[wngrog]

Made the 9 hour drive uneventful. This baby is home now.

 

[wngrog]

Playing chase with Mustard and Seminole

 

[wngrog]

Gassing these two up

 

[jomelo]

10/10. The truck is excellent. The only thing is maybe the tire carrier is blocking the right taillight. Maybe it’s just me.

 

[A10Driver]

10/10. The truck is excellent. The only thing is maybe the tire carrier is blocking the right taillight. Maybe it’s just me.

Now that's funny