1980 FJ45 in Dubai - Saved From the Sands

[merbesfield]

The restoration of this vehicle resumes now in the US by Georg (Valley Hybrids). An H55F 5 speed tranny and splitcase has been installed in addition to power steering, rebuilt carb with the proper linkage, new front suspension shackles, also added the ARB bumper from my old 40. New rims, tires and hubcaps coming soon, will post more pictures when complete. I'm so fortunate to have Georg's shop near by, he knows his s***, does fantastic work and is a great guy.

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Yes you are very lucky to have George near you. I wish she was on our side of the US.

 

[Terrax]

I got my baby back from her stay at Valley Hybrids. Got a new H55F tranny, splitcase, power steering, carb rebuilt w/ new linkage, manifold leak repaired, new front shackles and a host of other things done. Drove it from Stockton to Pacifica with a non stop grin, all I have to say is: A HUGE THANK YOU to Georg@valley hybrids and his staff, Marlin for his amazing carb rebuild, I was going 60/65mph up Altamont Pass. A 5 speed tranny should come from the factory. If you live in Norcal or Socal, Georg is the man!! A good dude that does fantastic work. I think this restore is pretty much a wrap. Future purchase 16" City Racer steelies with hubcapa, replace the floor boards (some rust) and left upper rocker.

 

[Terrax]

Engine bay

 

[Pura Vida]

I got my baby back from her stay at Valley Hybrids. Got a new H55F tranny, splitcase, power steering, carb rebuilt w/ new linkage, manifold leak repaired, new front shackles and a host of other things done. Drove it from Stockton to Pacifica with a non stop grin, all I have to say is: A HUGE THANK YOU to Georg@valley hybrids and his staff, Marlin for his amazing carb rebuild, I was going 60/65mph up Altamont Pass. A 5 speed tranny should come from the factory. If you live in Norcal or Socal, Georg is the man!! A good dude that does fantastic work. I think this restore is pretty much a wrap. Future purchase 16" City Racer steelies with hubcapa, replace the floor boards (some rust) and left upper rocker.

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I’m jealous. H55 is the ultimate mod.







also wish I could find the old style ARB bar for my truck. Rip

 

[Terrax]

New rear bumper (from Wilson Restorations, Chad is the man), OME Dakar springs and tires

 

[Dagha Boy]

Man! That's one pretty truck!!!

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

What a fascinating story of a FJ45 Pickup!
From MaxofArabia days (and 1000 nights) in the Middle East, to his journey through California today.
Thanks for sharing such an inspiring story and keep posting, mate!..

 

[Terrax]

Love my new spare tire relocation using a 70 series spare tire bracket purchased from (Dan Martz) and the mounting plate fabricated by Chad Wilson of Wilson Restorations. Thanks to Dan, Chad and Nolen Grogan for referring me to Dan for the bracket.

 

[Terrax]

Engine rebuilt and new wheels and hubcaps

 

[Terrax]

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