Builds 1979 FJ40 Preservation-ish Project (2 Viewers)

[OPMACHINE]

Longer shackle hangers seems like a really good option.

 

[Tank5]

I have taken leaf springs to a spring shop and had them rearched. You could try this on the side that you want to alter either add arch or reduce the arch. This may correct your shackle angle too, so they are equal.

Sorry if I missed it but is your lean only apparent in the rear of the vehicle or does it present in the front as well

 

[OPMACHINE]

Lean is/was apparently on from and rear.

 

[OPMACHINE]

Rear brake squeak:

I have had a rear brake squeak ever sense I rebuilt the axle. Today I pulled the rear drive drum brake to peak inside.

Nothing is jumping out at me as incorrect.

I did notice that the rear brake cylinder moves more predominantly than the front? Is that normal or should they be more sequenced? 90% of the movement is rear cylinder.

Thank you!

 

[fjc-man]

How about a dab of anti seize or something similar on the shoe to backing plate contact points?

 

[OPMACHINE]

It seems to happen as the pad makes contact with the drum. Does not happen when the 40 is not moving. High constant squeak as I apply the break while moving.

Thinking I have a bad cylinder…

 

[B y r o n]

What do the drums look like? Is it possible that they have glazed which will cause noise when being used.

 

[wngrog]

Toss that s***.

 

[pb4ugo]

Toss that s***.

What's that mean?

 

[pb4ugo]

Looking closely at your top shoe you can see low spots on the lining where the drum isn't making contact. Idk, if it's the problem or not, it's just an observation.

 

[OPMACHINE]

yes, rear break cylinder seems to be making more contact, and doing most of the movement when I pump the brake.

 

[OPMACHINE]

Just noticed rear cylinder says 15/16” not 7/8” like all the rest

 

[rainingagain]

Toss that s***.

What's that mean?

I don't think he's a fan of drum brakes.

 

[wngrog]

What's that mean?

It means. Take off the drums. Toss them in a ditch. Throw rocks after it all.

 

[pb4ugo]

I prefer disc too and some folks are gluttens for punishment. It seems @OPMACHINE is well invested in drums and is looking for a solution that doesn't require scrapping his investment.

 

[wngrog]

I prefer disc too and some folks are gluttens for punishment. It seems @OPMACHINE is well invested in drums and is looking for a solution that doesn't require scrapping his investment.

He loves pain

 

[OPMACHINE]

I am going to try a 7/8” cylinder…. 15/16” is for a 55 series.

 

[wngrog]

I am going to try a 7/8” cylinder…. 15/16” is for a 55 series.

Lover of pain.

 

[OPMACHINE]

No doubt

 

[OPMACHINE]

I spent the week cruising around with the wife and kids!