77 FJ40 - Slow & Steady Rebuild (1 Viewer)

[KingAir Driver]

Decided to finally try and clean up the OEM floor mat. Trying to get the rust stains out was tough, but using 303 spray and elbow grease has gotten me this far. I'll keep working at it. The tears are another issue.

 

[KingAir Driver]

Went and visited the Cruiser to see the progress on the re-build. Final fitting prior to paint, should be completed in about a month. Exciting to see the progress and the end in sight!

 

[peytonkristen]

Just found your thread. Awesome work you're doing. I just picked up a new project. It's a 77 and will be red. Love the rhino liner. Good work!

 

[KingAir Driver]

Just found your thread. Awesome work you're doing. I just picked up a new project. It's a 77 and will be red. Love the rhino liner. Good work!

Thanks for the compliments. Can't wait to follow your thread as well.

 

[KingAir Driver]

It's been awhile since I updated, the restoration process has been slow going but got the 2F back from the rebuilder and they did 20 Dyno runs to break it in. Pulled 205 hp and 260tq! Pistons, Cam, and fully balanced. Going FI once completed. All sheet metal fixed and primed, frame building and final paint in the works.

 

[DSB345]

Looking good!

 

[KingAir Driver]

Progress has been made! Engine dropped in, bell housing powder coated, front axles rebuilt, rear brakes done and @Rainman brake lines installed. Next up, trans and transfer case re-builds and painting the body.

 

[KingAir Driver]

Painting is in the works! Freeborn Red going down nice and smooth!

 

[DSB345]

Beautiful!

 

[Honger]

Shaping up beautifully!

 

[Dave5863]

Shaping up beautifully!

Any updates?

 

[KingAir Driver]

Progress... yes. I think a bunch of people saw the video on IG of my 40 starting with the new Dakota Digital gauges and FiTech fuel injection. The Land Cruiser Shop is doing a great job with my build and I’m hoping it’ll be wrapped up this year. Final paint and assembly coming up.

 

[WaTrout88]

Nice thread! I am assuming the Landcruiser Shop was helping out out on some of this? Joe does a great job!