One of the last mods that I did was put the 40 mirrors on my 55. I had them for a while, but finally got around to putting them on the day the pig was being picked up.
40 mirrors on a 55
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I like it. Seen another cruiser like that also somewhere.
Also this was the stock location for Japan pigs.
Also this was the stock location for Japan pigs.
I like 'em.
Are the two upper holes the same distance apart as the originals, or did you have to drill new ones? It would sure be nice to pull the mirrors in on narrow trails.
Looks Good! I put mine on a few years ago and love my location, also put some on another pig and the owner loves 'em too? I like the ability for them to fold, I broke quite a few stockers on the tight trails up here? Plus, they are fairly cheap, and you can buy just new mirror/housing if needed. Aaron
Howdy! Hate to hijack, but does this as show the phantom FJ56 Diesel? I cant' read all the details in the fine print. JohnI like it. Seen another cruiser like that also somewhere.
Also this was the stock location for Japan pigs.
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FJ56.... wouldnt that determin that it was using an "F" series motor thus meaning a petrol motor?
Yea, I spose it would. OK, so the 6 in 56 just means Barn Doors? I can't remember.
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stole this from the paint thread link:
Toyota Reference - Information and Specs for all USA Toyota, Lexus and Scion Cars
Land Cruiser 3.9L 68-74
Chassis Code: FJ55
Engine Code: F
Land Cruiser 4.2L 75-79
Chassis Code: FJ56
Engine Code: 2F
which leads me to believe the 2F's were the fj56's?? but im not sure? still only new to this....
Toyota Reference - Information and Specs for all USA Toyota, Lexus and Scion Cars
Land Cruiser 3.9L 68-74
Chassis Code: FJ55
Engine Code: F
Land Cruiser 4.2L 75-79
Chassis Code: FJ56
Engine Code: 2F
which leads me to believe the 2F's were the fj56's?? but im not sure? still only new to this....
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They fold in easy too. That's the main thing that kept me from reusing the stock mirrors. I don't think they match the style of the 
but they don't look too bad for a cheap alternative & keeping it Toyota.
but they don't look too bad for a cheap alternative & keeping it Toyota.
My understanding is the 'FJ56' designation refers to the changes in '75 that included the upgrade to a 2F and the other slight related body mods/changes (hood, maybe losing the wing window doors, I think). There may be other changes as well.
Similar to the FJ60 to FJ62 transformation...
Ooops, didn't see OinkOinker's post and I forgot to say, the other day I tried to adjust the pass. mirror position and it snapped off in my hand. I barely touched it. Oh well...
Similar to the FJ60 to FJ62 transformation...
Ooops, didn't see OinkOinker's post and I forgot to say, the other day I tried to adjust the pass. mirror position and it snapped off in my hand. I barely touched it. Oh well...
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but its never stamped FJ56 on frames or vin plates, thats the strange part, they have FJ56 on paper but not anywhere else. i kinda think the FJ56 was for japanese market pigs only.
it would be neat to have someone in japan, look at a frame stamp on a pig and see if its FJ56, there must be at least one pig left alive in japan.
it would be neat to have someone in japan, look at a frame stamp on a pig and see if its FJ56, there must be at least one pig left alive in japan.
My VIN plate under the hood reads FJ55LG - it is a 1974
Hmmm, good point. I assume then, that FJ62's are all stamped FJ62 on the frame/VIN tag, right? I just figured people stuck to callin' 'em FJ55's because it was easier and the changes were so minor...
interesting about the 55 56 thing... But do the 40 mirrors bolt right onto the 55 door using the two exsisting bolt holes on top and adding one for the third hole on the 40 mirror, or is it a complete cut and weld job? What are the centers distance of the two top bolt holes on the 40 mirrors?
My question exactly!
Do pablo and me need to take this Q to the 40 series guys!!!