Builds 1969 FJ40 named Mavis (12 Viewers)

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Finally got tired of these military aviation seat belts. The detent balls started to get sticky from internal corrosion, so decided to get some of those reproduction Toyota seatbelts you are in ads.

Of course, I saw they had two left in purple, so....

 

[120mm]

Now that our barn/workshop is getting closer to completion, I think it's time to get back to work.

We are considering another epic road trip in the spring, focused on the Lincoln Highway. Before we go, several things need to happen.

1. Front end alignment - still eating front tires faster than I'd like. Wear is excessive on the inside. Since these are not adjustable for camber, is there anything I can do?

2. Door restoration. All rubber and felts are either missing or shot. Also, the driver's door needs some weld repairs. Looking at the cost of a complete kit, I'm wondering if I should just get FST doors and restore those and sell the doors on it.

3. Windshield pad replacement - How good is the cheaper pad replacements? Or should I just bite the bullet and get the expensive one?

4. I'm tired of leaks and fluid swapping between the trans and transfer case. And the tube thing I bought doesn't appear to do anything. Considering buying a 3 speed that's been overhauled or overhauling a core 3 speed to minimize time off the road.

5. Brakes - I still have the original soft lines, even though I have a replacement kit, because I wasn't willing to damage the tabs and hard lines removing them. Also, my right rear is still leaking fluid, even though it's been replaced.

6. Cooling - Needs at a minimum a permanently wired fan in the passenger compartment.

7. Insulation - Need to apply insulation to the floor boards to cut down noise. Radial tires plus new exhaust has spoiled me as to how quiet this rig can be.

 

[120mm]

BTW, scrap that FST door idea. The real question is should I spend $560 on OEM rubbers/felts or $440 on reproduction.

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

OEM.

 

[120mm]

SOR has door gasket kits at $280 a side.

Cruiser Outfitters has OEM windshield cushion/gasket for $301

I'm also looking at getting a fully functioning instrument cluster. Currently don't have speedometer/odometer or useful illumination. Considering the RTX from Dakota Digital.

Any and all input is appreciated

 

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Transmission to Transfer Case Seal - Fits 03/1969-06/1980 4x/5x Applications (TC42014)

Transmission to Transfer Case Seal - Fits 03/1969-06/1980 4x/5x Applications (TC42014)

cruiserteq.com

Is this the seal that prevents the transmission swapping oil with the transfer case?

 

[mrboatman]

When you install it the open face goes towards the transmission. It will look backwards.

 

[120mm]

When you install it the open face goes towards the transmission. It will look backwards.

That is good info.

I'm looking at both transmission and transfer case gasket kits and it appears there is duplication there. Almost as if you get the transfer case kit you get all the transmission kit as well

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Transmission to Transfer Case Seal - Fits 03/1969-06/1980 4x/5x Applications (TC42014)

Transmission to Transfer Case Seal - Fits 03/1969-06/1980 4x/5x Applications (TC42014)

cruiserteq.com

Is this the seal that prevents the transmission swapping oil with the transfer case?

Looks like the one I bought over the winter for my 40.

 

[120mm]

Just tried to order from Cruiser Outfitters. They want to charge $250 for shipping for two gaskets.

Not going to order from them again. Obvious rip off.

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Just tried to order from Cruiser Outfitters. They want to charge $250 for shipping for two gaskets.

Not going to order from them again. Obvious rip off.

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I've never paid more than $20 to get anything shipped from them. What the heck were you trying to order?

 

[120mm]

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I've never paid more than $20 to get anything shipped from them. What the heck were you trying to order?

Windshield spacer/gasket

They force you to LTL at checkout

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Windshield spacer/gasket

They force you to LTL at checkout

I'd call them in the AM, that should roll up and fit in a USPS box, or FedEx.

I've never had any issues with their shipping, but I usually do it on the phone.

 

[120mm]

I'd call them in the AM, that should roll up and fit in a USPS box, or FedEx.

I've never had any issues with their shipping, but I usually do it on the phone.

I try not to deal with people by phone.

They either want your business or they don't.

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

I try not to deal with people by phone.

They either want your business or they don't.

They're good folks, fellow cruiserheads.

I get it though.

City Racer might have that gasket available as well.

 

[120mm]

I went in and deleted my shopping cart and viola! The normal shipping rates appeared as if by magic.

Ordering now.

 

[120mm]

Well, crap. Went to order and it added the $250 LTL back in. Will figure it out in the morning.

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

I try not to deal with people by phone.

They either want your business or they don't.

I did not take you for a millenial. Call them. They are good folks. Feedback makes them better. Point it out.

 

[120mm]

I did not take you for a millenial. Call them. They are good folks. Feedback makes them better. Point it out.

I'm not a millennial, I just hate dealing with people.

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Just tried to order from Cruiser Outfitters. They want to charge $250 for shipping for two gaskets.

Not going to order from them again. Obvious rip off.

Please use the Contact Us form and let us know which products and your zip code. There has to be a dimension error on one of the products that is throwing off the shipping drastically. Our ecommerce team will solve that in minutes if they know which part number and zip codes are having an issue.