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It’s with a heavy heart and a small tear in my eye that I put my truck up for sales. It’s been a huge part of my life for the last 11 years. I fell in love with another truck even before that. That truck recently came up for sale. I guess the feelings of the past were too much for me and I ended up purchasing that truck. It needs some work and love. I cannot keep both of these trucks so… after thinking long and hard I find myself here.
My build thread is one of the most popular threads in the 40 section of MUD. So there is no chance you are buying anything that you don’t know 100% what went on from beginning to end. Feel free to check in out from beginning to end. Mission Impossible......My 74 Build up by a Top Gun Land Cruiser builder :)
I also made 3 videos …
1974 fj40 #3
This FJ40 has approximately 6000 miles on since a complete rebuild. It runs, drives, and stops far superior to the same truck that left the factory in 74. I built this truck with the vintage Toyota land cruiser look and feel in mind but upgrading items and bringing this truck into this century for comfort and dependability of daily driving.
There are literally too many things and too many hours invested in this truck to be able to remember everything that has been done on it over the past years. I have tried to put together a list of items that have been done. Many parts are brand new, restored or upgraded. I have extensive documentation for all work completed on this FJ40. Again please review the complete list below.
Exterior
3plus/MAF front bumper
3plus/MAF front grill/winch guard
Warn 8274-50 winch
Warn winch controller/ Warn factory wired controller
3plus/MAF swing out rear tire carrier with jerry can/cooler basket (bed liner sprayed for durability)
3plus/MAF rock sliders (bed liner sprayed for durability)
New OEM lights and badge decals all around.
Brand new OEM Fenders (no longer available)
5 Brand new OEM wheels and OEM hub caps (100 miles)
5 Brand new 33x10.5x15 BFG Mud Terrains KO2 (100 miles)
4” lift springs and shocks
Set of complete full hard doors restored. Weather stripping is installed but should be replaced
Set of complete hard half doors restored
After market quick hinges on both doors allows for easy changing from one to the other
Aluminum 3/4 tub installed when it was under restoration.
Aluminum drop down tail gate with built in storage.
Earlier model split hood and reproduction aluminum spear installed.
Factory soft top bows (not reproduction) restored and fitted to aluminum tub.
Custom made ballistic nylon soft top with top quality buckles, zippers and windows. (You will not find a nicer soft top anywhere; I paid 2k just for the top, not including bows)
Painted OEM Olive Brown in 2009. Paint is in good shape, a few scratches and bumps (no dents) as I did drive this. Paint is a 7/10 as far as current condition
Wheel wells and fenders were shot with body color matching truck bed liner on the underside to protect from rock chips.
Hardware- Stainless was used where needed (on aluminum tub areas), none stainless is mostly made up of Caterpillar top notch grade 8 hardware to ensure long life and strength. (Bolts stamped CAT on heads)
Interior
The original seats have new foam and brand new vinyl coverings. When these were done new aftermarket seat heaters where installed. They just need to be hooked up. All wiring looms and direction are included in sale.
Rear jump seats were completely rebuilt with new vinyl, foam, and straps.
Lockable Tuffy center counsel with lockable stereo pocket and cup holders.
Speakers were added in body color truck bed liner sprayed speakers boxes and tastefully done to appear stock. (Front kick panels and rear tub corners)
The entire interior was sprayed with body color matching bed liner to protect against paint scratching and make the surface less slippery.
The dash is unmolested and not cut up by previous owners. Includes the original ash tray and radio delete plate.
Brand new OEM gas tank and OEM fuel sending unit.
Fully rebuilt heater, works in all positions.
All dash knobs and pulls are in working condition.
All gauges on dash work as they did new.
New OEM speedometer cable was installed.
After market tachometer and hour meter installed when new (365 hours on motor since complete rebuild)
OEM Dash was replaced with a very nice used one. (One very small crack in corner, but in great shape)
New glass and OEM gasket installed in windshield
Drivetrain
Frame and axels were completely sandblasted, primed and coated with POR rust preventative and then top coated with a black chassis coat. Absolutely no rust anywhere.
New 4” lift springs and shocks
1976 2F engine was professionally rebuilt, new pistons, rings, gaskets. Head was completely gone through. New OEM Cam was installed. Crank shaft was ground and balanced.
Complete OEM gasket kit for the entire engine. No aftermarket gaskets were used with the exception of the Remflex upgraded exhaust/intake gasket, which is a huge upgrade from OEM. No leaks
Brand new OEM oil pan and gasket (no leaks)
OEM carburetor was professionally rebuilt
MAF headers and brand new exhaust system professionally installed
OEM 4 speed transmission was professionally resealed and gaskets installed. Working OEM reverse lights switch, No leaks
Fly wheel resurfaced and high quality aftermarket clutch kit and throw out bearing installed.
New OEM master and slave cylinders installed.
OEM transfer case was separated, inspected and resealed and gaskets installed. No leaks
OEM parking brake was completely rebuilt, including cable, shoes, adjuster, double seal was machined in to ensure no leaks will appear. Works perfectly and holds truck at an incline.
OEM drive shafts were professionally inspected and balanced.
OEM FJ60 electric distributor and ignition system installed, replacing the older points style distributor.
Custom built alternator with internal regulators to put out more amps
Installed Interstate Battery
OEM Toyota mini truck power steering conversion, new lines, new Saginaw power steering pump, Professionally installed.
OEM Radiator was boiled, pressure tested at professional shop.
ARB locker was installed in rear differential. Front is all plumbed in and ready should you choose to add one, including the switches and relays already installed.
ARB onboard air compressor for running lockers, and filling tires or running tools.
Front axle was completely rebuilt including all OEM seals and wheel and trunnion bearings.
Rear axle was disassembled and new OEM wheel bearings were installed.
OEM front disc brake conversion, including OEM new mater cylinder.
After market rear disk brake conversion including proportioning valve.
All new hard and soft brake lines throughout truck.
This truck is for sale in multiple locations and is located in central MN. MUD price $33,000 which is far less than you could build this truck for. I have way way more invested than that, not including my time. I am looking for someone who will love her and keep her going for the next 20 years. Someone who will enjoy her treat her right. Maybe keep in contact with me and share your adventures! I know I will miss this truck!
My build thread is one of the most popular threads in the 40 section of MUD. So there is no chance you are buying anything that you don’t know 100% what went on from beginning to end. Feel free to check in out from beginning to end. Mission Impossible......My 74 Build up by a Top Gun Land Cruiser builder :)
I also made 3 videos …
1974 fj40 #3
This FJ40 has approximately 6000 miles on since a complete rebuild. It runs, drives, and stops far superior to the same truck that left the factory in 74. I built this truck with the vintage Toyota land cruiser look and feel in mind but upgrading items and bringing this truck into this century for comfort and dependability of daily driving.
There are literally too many things and too many hours invested in this truck to be able to remember everything that has been done on it over the past years. I have tried to put together a list of items that have been done. Many parts are brand new, restored or upgraded. I have extensive documentation for all work completed on this FJ40. Again please review the complete list below.
Exterior
3plus/MAF front bumper
3plus/MAF front grill/winch guard
Warn 8274-50 winch
Warn winch controller/ Warn factory wired controller
3plus/MAF swing out rear tire carrier with jerry can/cooler basket (bed liner sprayed for durability)
3plus/MAF rock sliders (bed liner sprayed for durability)
New OEM lights and badge decals all around.
Brand new OEM Fenders (no longer available)
5 Brand new OEM wheels and OEM hub caps (100 miles)
5 Brand new 33x10.5x15 BFG Mud Terrains KO2 (100 miles)
4” lift springs and shocks
Set of complete full hard doors restored. Weather stripping is installed but should be replaced
Set of complete hard half doors restored
After market quick hinges on both doors allows for easy changing from one to the other
Aluminum 3/4 tub installed when it was under restoration.
Aluminum drop down tail gate with built in storage.
Earlier model split hood and reproduction aluminum spear installed.
Factory soft top bows (not reproduction) restored and fitted to aluminum tub.
Custom made ballistic nylon soft top with top quality buckles, zippers and windows. (You will not find a nicer soft top anywhere; I paid 2k just for the top, not including bows)
Painted OEM Olive Brown in 2009. Paint is in good shape, a few scratches and bumps (no dents) as I did drive this. Paint is a 7/10 as far as current condition
Wheel wells and fenders were shot with body color matching truck bed liner on the underside to protect from rock chips.
Hardware- Stainless was used where needed (on aluminum tub areas), none stainless is mostly made up of Caterpillar top notch grade 8 hardware to ensure long life and strength. (Bolts stamped CAT on heads)
Interior
The original seats have new foam and brand new vinyl coverings. When these were done new aftermarket seat heaters where installed. They just need to be hooked up. All wiring looms and direction are included in sale.
Rear jump seats were completely rebuilt with new vinyl, foam, and straps.
Lockable Tuffy center counsel with lockable stereo pocket and cup holders.
Speakers were added in body color truck bed liner sprayed speakers boxes and tastefully done to appear stock. (Front kick panels and rear tub corners)
The entire interior was sprayed with body color matching bed liner to protect against paint scratching and make the surface less slippery.
The dash is unmolested and not cut up by previous owners. Includes the original ash tray and radio delete plate.
Brand new OEM gas tank and OEM fuel sending unit.
Fully rebuilt heater, works in all positions.
All dash knobs and pulls are in working condition.
All gauges on dash work as they did new.
New OEM speedometer cable was installed.
After market tachometer and hour meter installed when new (365 hours on motor since complete rebuild)
OEM Dash was replaced with a very nice used one. (One very small crack in corner, but in great shape)
New glass and OEM gasket installed in windshield
Drivetrain
Frame and axels were completely sandblasted, primed and coated with POR rust preventative and then top coated with a black chassis coat. Absolutely no rust anywhere.
New 4” lift springs and shocks
1976 2F engine was professionally rebuilt, new pistons, rings, gaskets. Head was completely gone through. New OEM Cam was installed. Crank shaft was ground and balanced.
Complete OEM gasket kit for the entire engine. No aftermarket gaskets were used with the exception of the Remflex upgraded exhaust/intake gasket, which is a huge upgrade from OEM. No leaks
Brand new OEM oil pan and gasket (no leaks)
OEM carburetor was professionally rebuilt
MAF headers and brand new exhaust system professionally installed
OEM 4 speed transmission was professionally resealed and gaskets installed. Working OEM reverse lights switch, No leaks
Fly wheel resurfaced and high quality aftermarket clutch kit and throw out bearing installed.
New OEM master and slave cylinders installed.
OEM transfer case was separated, inspected and resealed and gaskets installed. No leaks
OEM parking brake was completely rebuilt, including cable, shoes, adjuster, double seal was machined in to ensure no leaks will appear. Works perfectly and holds truck at an incline.
OEM drive shafts were professionally inspected and balanced.
OEM FJ60 electric distributor and ignition system installed, replacing the older points style distributor.
Custom built alternator with internal regulators to put out more amps
Installed Interstate Battery
OEM Toyota mini truck power steering conversion, new lines, new Saginaw power steering pump, Professionally installed.
OEM Radiator was boiled, pressure tested at professional shop.
ARB locker was installed in rear differential. Front is all plumbed in and ready should you choose to add one, including the switches and relays already installed.
ARB onboard air compressor for running lockers, and filling tires or running tools.
Front axle was completely rebuilt including all OEM seals and wheel and trunnion bearings.
Rear axle was disassembled and new OEM wheel bearings were installed.
OEM front disc brake conversion, including OEM new mater cylinder.
After market rear disk brake conversion including proportioning valve.
All new hard and soft brake lines throughout truck.
This truck is for sale in multiple locations and is located in central MN. MUD price $33,000 which is far less than you could build this truck for. I have way way more invested than that, not including my time. I am looking for someone who will love her and keep her going for the next 20 years. Someone who will enjoy her treat her right. Maybe keep in contact with me and share your adventures! I know I will miss this truck!
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