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Hello fellow FJ'rs,
I am putting up for sale my 1974 FJ40 Land Cruiser. I purchased from a fellow IH8MUD member Bsquared a little over 3 years ago. Bsquared did the high majority of the resto-mod and has kindly agreed to help answer any build questions you may have that I might not be able to answer.
This resto-mod was a complete frame off project. The body has not been updated or painted over that beautiful patina. Here is a list of the updates:
The engine is a donor from a 2002 Silverado Extended Cab Truck.
5.3L 285hp Vortec V8 (LM7)
Saginaw Power Steering conversion kit.
Front and rear axles were replaced from an FJ60. So now the front brakes are disk and the rears are drum. Installed new rotors on the front axle.
Custom front bumper from Redline Cruisers
Custom back bumper from Redline Cruisers also
Front transfer case is also from a donor FJ60 (used both axles and parts due to newer on FJ60 and more durable)
Transmission is a H55 5-speed (This GOAT can climb anything) I rarely ever use 1st gear in any day to day driving. But is very useful in off-road or mud/snow conditions.
New clutch, PP and Flywheel from Summit Racing
All fuel lines are SS braided with aluminum connectors
Custom Magnaflow exhaust with 2 cats.
ARB compressor and rear locker in engine compartment.
Custom center console. With upgrade relay switches for Air compressor, Front floods and custom interior lights (LED)
CCOT (Custom Cruisers of Texas) new headliner
CCOT new roof ring, riveted to stock top.
CCOT custom matts front and back
Front seats are from a BMW 3 series. Electronic motion controls installed for both seats.
Rear bucket seat replaced the two small side seats. Can sit three comfortably and a 3 point seat belt for 2 passengers, with a lap belt for the 3rd (center). Rear seat is not installed currently, but only takes about 30 minutes to install.
Custom built 2 drawer storage system currently installed in the back. Personally built about 4 months ago. Both drawers are lockable and a hidden hinged access door accessible from the front seats. They drawer system slides are rated at 500 lbs each. Spray on liner green paint to match rig. Also, 6 anchor points on top for tie down storage.
Con-Ferr Springs all around
SOR Shackles in front
SOR Castor Correction
Brake booster and Brake Master from a 2008 4-Runner
Body was completed removed and frame sand blasted, (Rustoleum) primed and painted.
New rubber seals on doors, rear hatch on some windows
CB installed, with antenna mounted on from bumper
Radio is installed with two custom speaker boxes. But radio needs to be replaced. It works, but the main button to select station etc is stripped.
XM Radio antenna and wiring installed
New aftermarket dash pad
Added a dash starter button (Red) - Also added a hidden fuel line kill switch for when parking in sketchy areas.
Custom welded skid plate with a custom welded cross member for H55 tranny
Custom motor mounts
Exhaust manifolds from a 2014 Camaro
Oil pan also from 2014 Camaro (lower profile)
OMDII port under steering wheel. Flashed ECU to remove auto trans, fix tire size so that OMD output of MPH is accurate. Added custom OMD red light if any codes are thrown.
Wheels are 2 years old (Discount Tire). Tires are 4 months old included the spare. (Discount Tire warranty can be transferred)
All of the glass is in great shape. New windshield and gasket installed 2 years ago.
Comes with a spare gas tank (not installed) that fits perfectly behind the rear wheels
Bikini top with brackets
New lenses throughout (both back turn lenses, back side markers and front side markers)
Brand new rear Bilstein shocks in rear (525's)
Restored heater core
Custom lightable gear shifter (matching colors to FJ)
Front bezel actually installed correctly (LOL)
Over $24k in hardware upgrades (All receipts in hand)
Things that need repair or attention:
There are 4 rust spots on the vehicle. 1. Front left fender (crescent shaped, 1.25" wide) 2. Below door air vent left side (circular, 1.5" wide) 3. Right rear ambulance door at the base 4. Front panel below bezel (nickel sized)
Odometer does not work. Spedo works perfectly though.
The lock for the rear door window does not lock. I have a brand new lock and hardware, just not installed yet.
Price: $26,000 (New price as of 8-8-17 - $23,500)
Below are a bunch of pictures, but if there is a specific view you would like just ask.
Feel free to send me an IM here or send me an email to: bendorblakeATgmailDOTcom with any questions.
I am putting up for sale my 1974 FJ40 Land Cruiser. I purchased from a fellow IH8MUD member Bsquared a little over 3 years ago. Bsquared did the high majority of the resto-mod and has kindly agreed to help answer any build questions you may have that I might not be able to answer.
This resto-mod was a complete frame off project. The body has not been updated or painted over that beautiful patina. Here is a list of the updates:
The engine is a donor from a 2002 Silverado Extended Cab Truck.
5.3L 285hp Vortec V8 (LM7)
Saginaw Power Steering conversion kit.
Front and rear axles were replaced from an FJ60. So now the front brakes are disk and the rears are drum. Installed new rotors on the front axle.
Custom front bumper from Redline Cruisers
Custom back bumper from Redline Cruisers also
Front transfer case is also from a donor FJ60 (used both axles and parts due to newer on FJ60 and more durable)
Transmission is a H55 5-speed (This GOAT can climb anything) I rarely ever use 1st gear in any day to day driving. But is very useful in off-road or mud/snow conditions.
New clutch, PP and Flywheel from Summit Racing
All fuel lines are SS braided with aluminum connectors
Custom Magnaflow exhaust with 2 cats.
ARB compressor and rear locker in engine compartment.
Custom center console. With upgrade relay switches for Air compressor, Front floods and custom interior lights (LED)
CCOT (Custom Cruisers of Texas) new headliner
CCOT new roof ring, riveted to stock top.
CCOT custom matts front and back
Front seats are from a BMW 3 series. Electronic motion controls installed for both seats.
Rear bucket seat replaced the two small side seats. Can sit three comfortably and a 3 point seat belt for 2 passengers, with a lap belt for the 3rd (center). Rear seat is not installed currently, but only takes about 30 minutes to install.
Custom built 2 drawer storage system currently installed in the back. Personally built about 4 months ago. Both drawers are lockable and a hidden hinged access door accessible from the front seats. They drawer system slides are rated at 500 lbs each. Spray on liner green paint to match rig. Also, 6 anchor points on top for tie down storage.
Con-Ferr Springs all around
SOR Shackles in front
SOR Castor Correction
Brake booster and Brake Master from a 2008 4-Runner
Body was completed removed and frame sand blasted, (Rustoleum) primed and painted.
New rubber seals on doors, rear hatch on some windows
CB installed, with antenna mounted on from bumper
Radio is installed with two custom speaker boxes. But radio needs to be replaced. It works, but the main button to select station etc is stripped.
XM Radio antenna and wiring installed
New aftermarket dash pad
Added a dash starter button (Red) - Also added a hidden fuel line kill switch for when parking in sketchy areas.
Custom welded skid plate with a custom welded cross member for H55 tranny
Custom motor mounts
Exhaust manifolds from a 2014 Camaro
Oil pan also from 2014 Camaro (lower profile)
OMDII port under steering wheel. Flashed ECU to remove auto trans, fix tire size so that OMD output of MPH is accurate. Added custom OMD red light if any codes are thrown.
Wheels are 2 years old (Discount Tire). Tires are 4 months old included the spare. (Discount Tire warranty can be transferred)
All of the glass is in great shape. New windshield and gasket installed 2 years ago.
Comes with a spare gas tank (not installed) that fits perfectly behind the rear wheels
Bikini top with brackets
New lenses throughout (both back turn lenses, back side markers and front side markers)
Brand new rear Bilstein shocks in rear (525's)
Restored heater core
Custom lightable gear shifter (matching colors to FJ)
Front bezel actually installed correctly (LOL)
Over $24k in hardware upgrades (All receipts in hand)
Things that need repair or attention:
There are 4 rust spots on the vehicle. 1. Front left fender (crescent shaped, 1.25" wide) 2. Below door air vent left side (circular, 1.5" wide) 3. Right rear ambulance door at the base 4. Front panel below bezel (nickel sized)
Odometer does not work. Spedo works perfectly though.
The lock for the rear door window does not lock. I have a brand new lock and hardware, just not installed yet.
Price: $26,000 (New price as of 8-8-17 - $23,500)
Below are a bunch of pictures, but if there is a specific view you would like just ask.
Feel free to send me an IM here or send me an email to: bendorblakeATgmailDOTcom with any questions.
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