Brought home the 1971 FJ40 a few days ago. The FJ motor was swapped 15 years ago with a Chevy 350 (GM 3970010......69-80...2 or 4) and has estimated 500 miles on motor/there are 49k miles on vehicle. I’m not sure when the truck was painted brown but its ”chipping” with white base coat. I plan to use this vehicle so will likely touch up paint instead of complete paint job. The steering was “slipping“ on the drive from Brownwood to Austin and within 2 days the shaft completely disengaged from steering box so Steering box needs to be replaced.
Work completed:
Replaced Started
Motor: oil changed with Mobile 10W 40 (non-synthetic) & mobile filter
Original felt carpets cleaned. Looks great!
Removed Top
Work List/Advice appreciated:
Mechanical-
Air filter - suggestions
Differential fluid: needs to be changed
Steering system replaced: PS system vs. hydraulic — looking at FJ60 but open to suggestions.
Brakes: brake wheel cylinders completed. Appear to be in good shape.
Windshield wipers: does not operate. test for operation. Connector cracked when i attempted to pull disconnect it. Hopefully only re-wiring is needed.
Exterior-
Purchased Bimini Top/bracket from SOR
Pick up roll bar from seller
Purchase/Install winch - suggestions needed
Paint: the paint slightly rubs off when I washed vehicle. Any recommendations on polish technique/products.
Replace ALL gaskets: windshield, door frame(s), perimeter for installIng rooftop
Interior-
Interior Lights: The dashboard lights work but are dim. Suggestions on whether to replace vs leave as is.
Upholstery: Restore upholstery in front seat(s) and rear jump seats
Jump Seats: clean/grind and lubricate
Headliner: replace (new headliner was included (in box)
Work completed:
Replaced Started
Motor: oil changed with Mobile 10W 40 (non-synthetic) & mobile filter
Original felt carpets cleaned. Looks great!
Removed Top
Work List/Advice appreciated:
Mechanical-
Air filter - suggestions
Differential fluid: needs to be changed
Steering system replaced: PS system vs. hydraulic — looking at FJ60 but open to suggestions.
Brakes: brake wheel cylinders completed. Appear to be in good shape.
Windshield wipers: does not operate. test for operation. Connector cracked when i attempted to pull disconnect it. Hopefully only re-wiring is needed.
Exterior-
Purchased Bimini Top/bracket from SOR
Pick up roll bar from seller
Purchase/Install winch - suggestions needed
Paint: the paint slightly rubs off when I washed vehicle. Any recommendations on polish technique/products.
Replace ALL gaskets: windshield, door frame(s), perimeter for installIng rooftop
Interior-
Interior Lights: The dashboard lights work but are dim. Suggestions on whether to replace vs leave as is.
Upholstery: Restore upholstery in front seat(s) and rear jump seats
Jump Seats: clean/grind and lubricate
Headliner: replace (new headliner was included (in box)
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