My '75 looks like it is for a '76? Notice the channel behind the expanded metal screen.
Builds 73 FJ40 Refresh (13 Viewers)
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Interference, looks like the passenger side might just clear, no way on the driver side.
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- #283
This factory AC radiator sits more on the driver side, not centered.
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- #284
some measurements where the fill and return ports are on the top.
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Back side
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- #286
21 3/16" wide, regular width is about 19-3/16"
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Frame dimensions
1980, front frame is 726mm wide, the radiator supports are 230mm appart.
from 75 chassis manual, front frame is still 726 mm, no dimensions given for the radiator mounts.
from 71 chassis manual, same front frame width, no dimensions given for radiator mounts, I measured my 73 frame and they are about 11-3/4" apart (300mm). This tracks because I had to move the driver side stud on the factory AC radiator mount 2-3/4" (70mm) to fit my 73 frame.
1980, front frame is 726mm wide, the radiator supports are 230mm appart.
from 75 chassis manual, front frame is still 726 mm, no dimensions given for the radiator mounts.
from 71 chassis manual, same front frame width, no dimensions given for radiator mounts, I measured my 73 frame and they are about 11-3/4" apart (300mm). This tracks because I had to move the driver side stud on the factory AC radiator mount 2-3/4" (70mm) to fit my 73 frame.
There were canvas-like pieces that go under the radiator frame and on top of the chassis frame. They lift it up some. You might gain clearance if you didn't already install those parts, or if you add a thicker piece to lift the radiator frame up some? Then, set the fan shroud a bit lower?
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I am missing the tension springs for the early pre 72 headlight buckets. Does anyone know a good replacement for these?
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firemanj92
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Toyota 81121-39020 Spring, Headlamp Tension
maybe:
Toyota 81121-62010 Spring, Headlamp Tension
or
https://shop.cruiserparts.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=86_5870&products_id=36960
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62010 is the 72+ spring, they look to be shorter. The early spring, 39020 looks longer and is NLA.
39020
62010
If someone has one of the early 39020 springs they can measure, that would be great, thanks.
39020
62010
If someone has one of the early 39020 springs they can measure, that would be great, thanks.
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Living in the Past
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Where did you find a A/C radiator for a FJ40?
Besides the new bezel and slightly wider apart headlights the bib is thinner to make room for the A/C condenser.
Never paid attention will the later light buckets that are open in the back not work on the early bib? That wound help with the interference.
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The later open buckets require the round openings in the early bib to be cut to fit. The 72+ open buckets fit fine with the AC radiator.
I have had that factory AC radiator set up for at least 15 years. I don't recall where I got it from. It is freshly re-cored though. The radiator and the matching support and shroud will be up for sale.
I have had that factory AC radiator set up for at least 15 years. I don't recall where I got it from. It is freshly re-cored though. The radiator and the matching support and shroud will be up for sale.
Living in the Past
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I'll try and watch for it. I don't followed the want ads as much as some. Still working on getting my parts out of Australia. I already had the factory controller here. Have the factory evaporator there. Bibs are a non issue and would use it in the 82 I'm collecting parts for.
If you need to extend the coil spring a little you could add some of the small stainless steel split rings to one end 6$/100
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I found these plastic bearings from McMaster-Carr that will work for the outer door handles to replace the NLA grommet. One less rattle.
Thank you. Been looking for these for the brake pedal. I assume they are on the clutch and gas pedal as well.
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The clutch and brake pedal bushings are larger, still available from Mr T. 90386-13007, at least for my 73.
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I put together a pretty extensive Xcel spreadsheet with all the part numbers, photos and diagrams for my 73 project. Unable to post on the forum tho, file type not allowed.
Maybe you could copy and paste it as an image or insert in a table (next to the ") on the preview line.
