88 fj82 lift gate on 81 fj60?

[alaubhan]

Ok, I see on the SOR catolog that the part numbers on the 2 years are different, but what are the complicating factors with a swap? Anyone ever try this with success? Are they interchangeable?

 

[Mike S]

I believe that the two gates are basically the same, but there may be some wiring or rear window cleaner issues? Call CruiserDan or SOR to get the scoop?

M

 

[alaubhan]

OK, for the record, the two are 99.9% structurally the same; the difference is the fj62 has a mounting bracket for the power door locks. I assume there is a spot-welded bracket inside. Kudos on the investigative advice.