59 Florida Native Seminole Red Build

[mmcinnis]

Thread title: I've been thinking of a good title to start this build. It's probably gonna take several years. I knew I would have to look at this title over and over, so I wanted to find something that I could live with.
Born and raised in the North Florida area and this being an area that was inhabited originally by Seminole Indians. The original color of the 59 was Seminole Red. Well with all that being said. Lets start the build.

 

[Archie 1962 FJ25]

Welcome to an awesome "Rollar Coaster" ride. Loving that extended cabin space at front.

 

[ClemsonCruiser]

Awesome Mike, can't wait to follow along! But we need more pics man

 

[mmcinnis]

Guys, guys guys! Just remember this build would not be possible without you! and your parts when im in need! haha! Here's some eye candy while you wait.

 

[tahoe40/45]

That is a great photo.

 

[JohnnyC]

Very nice ... I've changed my title several times .... your not stuck with it forever lol

Cruiserism yes ... thread title no

 

[mmcinnis]

Very nice ... I've changed my title several times .... your not stuck with it forever lol

Cruiserism yes ... thread title no

Damn, if i would of known this earlier, haha. this hinge was pretty hidden from the elements, so i already had paint mixed to match.

 

[Old Red]

It doesn't matter so much what the name is since you already know that you have the correct color. But I wonder if that is Seminole, or Carnival there?

 

[Archie 1962 FJ25]

I am even considering a slightly different shade by choice than original colour for my build. I just like to go with my personal choice over Mr. Toyota in certain things.

 

[mmcinnis]

It doesn't matter so much what the name is since you already know that you have the correct color. But I wonder if that is Seminole, or Carnival there?

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OMG! There goes my title already

 

[daniel.watters]

What a find... Especially original to N Florida.

 

[daniel.watters]

Paint looks more Seminole than carnival to me.... They're close.

 

[mmcinnis]

What a find... Especially original to N Florida.

No no no Its a snowbird truck. That has now retired to N. Florida.

 

[JackA]

I was wondering about the snow plow. Seems weird for Florida, but I see it spent time in Idaho.

 

[BTUMAN]

It doesn't matter so much what the name is since you already know that you have the correct color. But I wonder if that is Seminole, or Carnival there?

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This is a great sample of original paint! Under the hinge. There seems to be an outstanding argument what the original color was- either Carnival or Seminole for these early years. What some have done- is take that part to a place that has exact color matching and get that paint (what was done on mine). Based on what is known to have been used on the Toyopet in 1958, I do believe with confidence the original color was Seminole Red- T332.

 

[mmcinnis]

I had the hinge color matched. im trying to make the wheel brake inspection hole tonight. tahoe40/45 sent me a template. i had some thick clear lexan. Hard to mold but learned alot. Check out the diference between the red early wheel.

 

[1MAC]

Looks like the Seminole Red paint I bought.

 

[mmcinnis]

Started to organize today. front axle had springs. Not sure if they are 25 springs.
Looks like the firewall was cut due to a bad freeze plug. its bad to say but i cut my 1st 40 like this

 

[1MAC]

Are those two holes in the passenger side firewall for a heater? My '65 40 has a pair of holes in the same spot. Trying to decide if I'm going to fill them.

 

[Living in the Past]

Started to organize today. front axle had springs. Not sure if they are 25 springs.
Looks like the firewall was cut due to a bad freeze plug. its bad to say but i cut my 1st 40 like this

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Looks like a FJ40 Axle. 15" wheels will not work on a FJ25 front axle without spacers. I hauled a set of welded disc brakes wheels and tires all the up to Oregon from Arizona to flat tow a FJ25 back. Ended up using the old bias tires and original rims on the front.