'Beige Baby' 1976 FJ40 Build (1 Viewer)

[Jackson Hanes]

Hello, This is where I'm going to be posting updates on my torn apart fj40.

Backstory: This was actually a gift from my father that got it off someone for $3500. I thought it was a snag because it was running, and not any more than normal rust.

Plans;
-Power steering
-4 inch lift
-De-smog kit
-need to lay a nice undercoat
-need to spray the body
-new front bumper
-rear tire holder, and carrier.
-new headlights
-need to patch the inside of the tub (3 spots)

I am currently working on cutting out rear quarter panels, and a the sill plate.

And probably more to come.

Here are some photos I had taken today.

 

[Pura Vida]

I know you are about to respray it, but I really like the pinstripes

 

[Jackson Hanes]

I know you are about to respray it, but I really like the pinstripes

I really do too!
I want to find a way to put something like it back on. I am going to be either doing a beige, or a gray.

 

[RodrigzCrzr]

I really do too!
I want to find a way to put something like it back on. I am going to be either doing a beige, or a gray.

Almost looks like my 40 with the stripes.

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Looks like the beginning of a fun project!

 

[Jackson Hanes]

Hey does anyone know if someplace makes mounts like these icon ones?

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

Hey does anyone know if someplace makes mounts like these icon ones?View attachment 2910647

I think Redline Cruisers makes something like that.

 

[rkymtnflyfisher]

I sure don't see it on their website though.

 

[Jackson Hanes]

Because I am waiting on parts I have decided to make make a switch panel. I still need to move the button on the left over a bit.
(going to put new radio in tuffy console.)

 

[Geezer Cruzzer]

Nice starting place to make a really nice truck. Not knowing what size tires you are thinking about, I would question the 4" lift. If you are staying close to stock height, I would suggest 2" Old Man Emu instead.

 

[Jackson Hanes]

Nice starting place to make a really nice truck. Not knowing what size tires you are thinking about, I would question the 4" lift. If you are staying close to stock height, I would suggest 2" Old Man Emu instead.

I mean, I am really not sure. I love the look of 35's. At the same time personally I think the stock height looks odd. So in the end it comes down to a 2,2.5, or 4 inch lift.

 

[Jackson Hanes]

Well have not had a lot of time to work the on FJ40, but I do have some questions.

Is there a plugs for the thermostat housing, because I have eliminated the emissions equipment.
Or is there a whole new thermostat housing I can buy.

Also what these ports, and what will I need to do with them if I have no smog equipment.

I know this is getting long, but does anyone know where I can get this kit.

It has been out of stock for a long time. The most important part is the block off plates, and I can't source them anywhere.

 

[sterling]

First picture circled in red on the valve cover should have a hose that connects to your air cleaner (center of pic) its j shaped.
Second pic in red is your pcv valve, when you de-smog and use above block off plate the right angle brass barb screws into the plate and end of pcv valve hose attaches to use as vacuum source. See below thread.

EGR Desmog Question

I have a few terrible exhaust leaks I am trying to track down and eliminate. I am planning to remove my manifolds, have them resurfaced and replace gaskets. The PO did desmog the truck, but from what I can tell it was not done well or all the way. My question is, while I am working in this...

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@FJ40Jim here on mud used to sell egr block off plates among other vendors.

 

[Jackson Hanes]

First picture circled in red on the valve cover should have a hose that connects to your air cleaner (center of pic).
Second pic in red is your pcv valve that connects via a hose routed near the firewall and connects a port on the head. Mine connects to the port that you already have a hose connected to in the first pic in red to the right of the temperature sender and open valve cover port.
@FJ40Jim here on mud used to sell egr block off plates among other vendors.View attachment 2934576

So what can I do with the hose that connects to the airbox?
Then where should I route pcv?

 

[sterling]

What is the location of the hose for the air cleaner?
Front?
Above post edited on PCV
This thread from the 60 series forum may help as well:

My Desmog Thread

Ok, I know that there has been a lot of interest in this subject lately, from a lot of people just like me. They want to desmog for various reasons, but their apprehensive to get started. Before I get started. It's illegal. You shouldn't do it. Some argue that it is bad for the...

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[Jackson Hanes]

What is the location of the hose for the air cleaner?
Front?
Above post edited on PCV
This thread from the 60 series forum may help as well:

My Desmog Thread

Ok, I know that there has been a lot of interest in this subject lately, from a lot of people just like me. They want to desmog for various reasons, but their apprehensive to get started. Before I get started. It's illegal. You shouldn't do it. Some argue that it is bad for the...

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I removed the air cleaner, I am just running a weber carb with a air filter onto.

I have seen a post where someone put one of these on the top port on the head.

 

[sterling]

Check out post 33 thanks to @firefighterjed, regarding valve cover hose to weber air filter

Builds - Hi, My name is..……………….(yellow 76 FJ40)

With the gauge cluster looking so nice and clean, I needed to give the dash knobs some attention. Easy knob refresh Much of the lettering had lost it This Laquer stick product was recommended to me and it worked perfectly. Just smear it into the recessed lettering and wipe off the excess...

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[blossett]

Almost looks like my 40 with the stripes.

View attachment 2909134

Love those stripes!

 

[70fj40]

2.5 inch pro comp springs. After doing this lift I don’t think I’d want any taller. It is a noticable difference over the stock, sagging springs.

 

[MtnAddict]

2.5 inch pro comp springs. After doing this lift I don’t think I’d want any taller. It is a noticable difference over the stock, sagging springs.

Looks really good!