Wanted 1982 FJ40 lower t-stat housing (1 Viewer)

[rodney09]

Location

United States

i just took possession of an 82 FJ40 and with the last cold snap the lower thermostat housing cracked. Seems like a tough part to find, but any help is appreciated.

 

[ToyotaMatt]

i just took possession of an 82 FJ40 and with the last cold snap the lower thermostat housing cracked. Seems like a tough part to find, but any help is appreciated.

Hello there

I HAVE a CHERRY Condition , Perfect in every way 1982 FJ40 Lower Thermostat housing Availble right now

FAST OVERNIGHT EXPRESS SHIPPING AVAILBLE TOO

EMERGENCY VEHICLE DOWN USPS LIGHTNING FAST LOW COST TOO

 

[Spike Strip]

This is a USA-spec 40 ?

You might want to post a pic of the housing to make sure Matt can send you the right one. There are variations.

 

[ToyotaMatt]

I Have the UPPER HOUSING NOS NEW , too ..............if u need it ?

I Can include ALL NEW Gaskets and the JAPAN SPEC. Latest Part # Mounting Bolts You See in the pics with the #8 stamped on the heads

DO NOT EVER USA ANYTHING BUT THESE #8 UPDATED BOLTS EVER ....bad things will happen like stripping and snap off issues ........fyi

#8 Stamped thermostats housing bolts from JAPAN , im fully stocked at all times from here forward .......

@Spike Strip

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[rodney09]

Thanks, yea pretty sure it’s US spec.

 

[rodney09]

Here’s a few more pics...
bottom of housing that broke off

looking up into housing

 

[ToyotaMatt]

 

[3_puppies]

that is not a US spec unit, you can use the US ones but you will need to plug the sensor holes
did it get cold? hopefully there are no other issues
you may want to check the alternator mount as it looks angled
also want to change out the bypass hose

 

[Spike Strip]

The one on your truck is not a USA-spec housing. The USA one looks like the one Matt posted, which you can use if you plug the holes. The one without the holes is gonna be a lot harder to find, here.

 

[rodney09]

that is not a US spec unit, you can use the US ones but you will need to plug the sensor holes
did it get cold? hopefully there are no other issues
you may want to check the alternator mount as it looks angled
also want to change out the bypass hose

Yea got below freezing for a few days and was in the middle of a move so truck was sitting outside. Thanks for the info and help!

 

[Spike Strip]

When you say, 'I just took Possession of a 1982 FJ40...' What does that mean? You bought it ?

 

[ToyotaMatt]

Here’s a few more pics...
bottom of housing that broke off
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looking up into housing
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- ok , i have completed my technical evaluation , here it is straight as i see it

- i don't sugar koat jack , so please listed up..........

- i know exactly why you has this outside the box failure , why , how , and who etc ....

- OK , here we go :

- you have installed a Low quality China made or worse upper and lower aftermarket housings kit , these are no longer sold thru DORMAN the made in china aftermarket KINGS of cheap low cost thermostat options parts for well cheap repair job scopes etc ..........

- so the upper one should be seriously considers for replace with a OEM part NEW of course ..........

- I have and keep ALL in-stock in a total package kit all needed hardware and parts no mods or trips to home depot ...

but thats your call on the upper , me i know the tech and also why none of that china housings are sold any more dangerous failure at critical mass point , total metallurgy in china is a JOKE at very best ...........

after all they infected the world with a flu from a cave bat , i got it and lived to tell the tail ...............Chinese land cruiser parts

should NEVER be a option ever ever ,

and now wall know why now don't we .

what if your sweet 2F over heated and blew up ?

who would loose all ? , sadly reality is you the new owner operator ............


please carefully review the above in detail and PM Me back for any further assistance and possible parts order to mend the failure at hand

kindly matt

this will be my final full recommendation .......

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[CruiserParts1]

(Warning I didn't have any time to read the above)

Thermostat Housing Lower 1981-1987 FJ40 FJ60 - $125​

If you're interested.

 

[rodney09]

When you say, 'I just took Possession of a 1982 FJ40...' What does that mean? You bought it ?

FIL bought it and dropped it off at my house and said fix it up. So now I’m here...

 

[ToyotaMatt]

FIL bought it and dropped it off at my house and said fix it up. So now I’m here...

hi rodney , you do NOT want to touch or go near ANY used parts here on this repair , PERIOD

i would exercise some caution related to this topic ...................FYI

 

[hyhpe]

For Sale - Upper + lower thermostat housing

1980 onwards upper and lower thermostat housing, new+genuine, 145 USD the set including shipping. Several sets available.

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[ToyotaMatt]

For Sale - Upper + lower thermostat housing

1980 onwards upper and lower thermostat housing, new+genuine, 145 USD the set including shipping. Several sets available.

forum.ih8mud.com

thanks ................