Build 1969 FJ40 named Mavis

[120mm]

Finally got back from a vacation in Ireland and got to install the new fuel sender

Doing manual calibration kinda sucks. The ohms still jump around because getting a good ground while it's outside the tank sucks. Unfortunately, all my spare bolts are still in storage, so I had to use my arthritic hands to hold it tight. It helps if you know the range, though. Empty is 999 ohms, 1/3 tank is 38, 2/3 is 34 and full should be 30. Once you figure this out, it's relatively easy to hit the set button once those numbers appear.

Tightened everything down permanent like, and it appears to be fixed. But we'll see.

 

[120mm]

My transmission was spewing oil from the speedometer cable replacement that came with the Dakota Digital sensor.

For $1800+, you'd think they'd at least mention the need for new seals, but I had to learn the hard way.

The o ring was still good, but the original felt was just MIA.

City Racer provided the necessary O ring and felt. Didn't take a picture, but now it doesn't leak transmission oil.

 

[120mm]

Mavis hauled her first trailer load today!

We have finished our barn, so a bunch of barn finishing items need transport as well as the items in storage moved to the barn. That little trailer goes down the road pretty good, especially if I keep the tongue weight up.

I'd like to get that trailer to tow level in the future though. Might need a lift/taller tires someday

 

[65swb45]

Mavis hauled her first trailer load today!

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We have finished our barn, so a bunch of barn finishing items need transport as well as the items in storage moved to the barn. That little trailer goes down the road pretty good, especially if I keep the tongue weight up.

I'd like to get that trailer to tow level in the future though. Might need a lift/taller tires someday

Be careful what you wish for. Your load ramp angle looks really good right now. The ramp will get vertical in a hurry if you make it taller.

 

[120mm]

Be careful what you wish for. Your load ramp angle looks really good right now. The ramp will get vertical in a hurry if you make it taller.

yeah, that ramp isn't long for this world. If I couldve bought one without a ramp, I would have

 

[120mm]

This happened yesterday at a dog adoption event.

Will probably have to crush the rig now....

 

[120mm]

A couple months ago I started noticing a rhythmic noise at rotation speed in first gear. The last couple weeks it is getting rapidly worse.

I'm thinking I need to replace the transmission.

Will start looking for a 3 speed that will work.

 

[120mm]

SOR offers a refurbished 3 speed at $2199.

1963-1973 Land Cruiser 3 Speed Transmission, Gasksets, Column Shift, Floor Shift, Backup Switch - Specter Off-Road 1963-1973 Land Cruiser 3 Speed Transmission, Gasksets, Column Shift, Floor Shift, Backup Switch - Specter Off-Road - https://share.google/lYSgV5MfWS4pHdI6G

Anyone else have suggestions on where to look?

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Valley Hybrids. @orangefj45
Cruiser Outfitters. @cruiseroutfit
Iron Pig Off Road might be a closer resource.
Marks Off Road @65swb45
@cruisermatt

The classified section for something used.


Just a start.

 

[mrboatman]

Call Georg @ Valley Hybrids @orangefj45 I think his number is 209-714-4210. He is way better than SOR

 

[orangefj45]

Call Georg @ Valley Hybrids @orangefj45 I think his number is 209-714-4210. He is way better than SOR

Thanks guys.
Yes, we offer rebuilt 3-speeds, 4-speeds, transfer cases and more.
Happy to help!
Georg @ Valley Hybrids
Shop 209-475-8808
Sales@valleyhybrids.com

 

[120mm]

Will do

 

[majdomo]

$2199.. yikes. 3 speeds are evidently not that bad to rebuild, if you wanted to go that route. First gear gets mangled and raked all the time, so finding good used isn't super cheap but it can be done. Something to think about.

 

[120mm]

$2199.. yikes. 3 speeds are evidently not that bad to rebuild, if you wanted to go that route. First gear gets mangled and raked all the time, so finding good used isn't super cheap but it can be done. Something to think about.

I drive this thing everyday, so really can't afford much down time.

I'd be willing to pay for a rebuilt unit for the convenience.

 

[majdomo]

Cool and good on ya for keeping it a 3 speed. I did the same

 

[120mm]

Thanks guys.
Yes, we offer rebuilt 3-speeds, 4-speeds, transfer cases and more.
Happy to help!
Georg @ Valley Hybrids
Shop 209-475-8808
Sales@valleyhybrids.com

Email sent

 

[120mm]

Cool and good on ya for keeping it a 3 speed. I did the same

Six forward gears is enough for me.

 

[65swb45]

Valley Hybrids. @orangefj45
Cruiser Outfitters. @cruiseroutfit
Iron Pig Off Road might be a closer resource.
Marks Off Road @65swb45
@cruisermatt

The classified section for something used.


Just a start.

Thanks for the mention. I have been rebuilding these for 35 years now, and have a couple of rebuilt 3 speed units on the shelf at the moment. $1000 plus the ride.

 

[1911]

SOR offers a refurbished 3 speed at $2199.

1963-1973 Land Cruiser 3 Speed Transmission, Gasksets, Column Shift, Floor Shift, Backup Switch - Specter Off-Road 1963-1973 Land Cruiser 3 Speed Transmission, Gasksets, Column Shift, Floor Shift, Backup Switch - Specter Off-Road - https://share.google/lYSgV5MfWS4pHdI6G

Anyone else have suggestions on where to look?

Their prices have really gone up! I bought a "serviced" H41 from them 14-15 years ago for about half of that. The good news is, it's still working perfectly.

Inflation is what you get with deficit spending funding by printing dollars though.

 

[120mm]

Thanks for the mention. I have been rebuilding these for 35 years now, and have a couple of rebuilt 3 speed units on the shelf at the moment. $1000 plus the ride.

I would go for one of your rebuilt 3 spds. Unfortunately I can't direct message you for some reason.