Hi all. Long time user of the wealth of information available on this site with the various cruisers owned over the years! Anyway I have finally got my hands on this 1988 HJ60 5 speed manual, my dream Landcruiser that has the low roof and GX model (preferred interior over the VX model) with a 2H engine. Long story short the previous owner had it for about 25 years and somewhat kept on top of the rust situation. My main goal at present is to stop rust spreading and get it looking 90%. Mechanically everything runs well but overall it just needs some TLC. Interior is in great condition with only one minor hole in the drivers seat.
Things done to date (Baseline):
- Removed gutter caulk, treated rust in gutters, primed and re-sealed with Sika 227 seam sealer.
- Replaced rims with 40 series 16" steelies and 235 tires.
- Full bodywork + respray currently underway.
- New OEM front chrome bumper on the way.
Future Dream$:
- Full off frame restoration when $$ allow.
- 1HDT/FT/FTE swap when $$ allow.
Things done to date (Baseline):
- Removed gutter caulk, treated rust in gutters, primed and re-sealed with Sika 227 seam sealer.
- Replaced rims with 40 series 16" steelies and 235 tires.
- Full bodywork + respray currently underway.
- New OEM front chrome bumper on the way.
Future Dream$:
- Full off frame restoration when $$ allow.
- 1HDT/FT/FTE swap when $$ allow.
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