New to the FJ80 world having bought a virtually stock 93 with 200k miles just 10 days ago or so. Not new to building fun stuff, but its been a few years. Last cool 4x4 was a 2000 Excursion with 8" lift and 40s sold way back in 2005. Have some plans for this one.
Took it into a Landcruiser specialty shop here in Portland so they could give me a baseline. Overall the truck is in great condition albeit with a few issues. I could see them when I purchased it, but wanted to know more. They were able to confirm no other major issues except:
1. Brakes are shot all the way around.
2. Front axle leaking at the left hub.
3. Suspension shot
So the build has begun. Here's what I've ordered so far:
1. Front and rear OEM rotors, and reman front calipers
2. OEM brake pads, 100 series for the front
3. Stainless braided lines to replace all the rubber lines, extra length to accommodate a lift
4. OEM axle rebuild kits
5. Sierra 4.88 ring and pinion set, found on Craigslist for $275 shipped.
Here's what I have yet to order that will be part of this project in no particular order:
1. Lift springs and shocks. I haven't decided yet what brand. This lift will only be on the truck for a year or so, so will only be basic for now. Will order by next week.
2. Replacement leather for all three rows. The carpet and the rest of the interior are actually in really good shape. Will also add LED bulbs to the lights and instruments.
3. Stereo upgrade, the oem stuff sucks. 12" JLW3, Alpine PDXv9 amp, 4 Rockford Fosgate coaxial 6.5".
4. Monstaliner two tone exterior. Have not decided on the scheme or colors yet. Just got the samples yesterday. Also have not decided about the oem roof rack or the fender flares whether they will stay or go. Leaning toward removal.
5. New HID headlights in new housings and LED tail lights.
6. 315 tires. Not sure about brand. Eventually want to go with 37" Procomp mud terrains, but tires are stupid expensive. Probably going to be scanning Craigslist for a good used set for now.
7. Bumpers. This is a tough one. My truck will likely not be heavily wheeled like many of yours. Thinking of something narrow for the front and rear with integrated high intensity LED lighting. Meeting with a local guy that builds cool s*** once he returns from Burning Man lol.
8. 1" body lift. I have never been a fan of body lifts in the past. I've seen a few on the FJ80 and they look good. Again, not positive on this, but leaning towards it.
9. Down the road I would like to add a turbo, upgrade the fuel system and management. These trucks are turds, but after doing some research and talking to a few people I know I don't want to do an engine swap.
Feel free to offer up advice and criticism. I will post up pics of the progress once parts begin to arrive. Since trying to control costs closely, this will be a driveway and garage build. I live in Lake Oswego, OR, so any locals who want to swing by and give me a hand, I can pay you in beer and cereal.
Took it into a Landcruiser specialty shop here in Portland so they could give me a baseline. Overall the truck is in great condition albeit with a few issues. I could see them when I purchased it, but wanted to know more. They were able to confirm no other major issues except:
1. Brakes are shot all the way around.
2. Front axle leaking at the left hub.
3. Suspension shot
So the build has begun. Here's what I've ordered so far:
1. Front and rear OEM rotors, and reman front calipers
2. OEM brake pads, 100 series for the front
3. Stainless braided lines to replace all the rubber lines, extra length to accommodate a lift
4. OEM axle rebuild kits
5. Sierra 4.88 ring and pinion set, found on Craigslist for $275 shipped.
Here's what I have yet to order that will be part of this project in no particular order:
1. Lift springs and shocks. I haven't decided yet what brand. This lift will only be on the truck for a year or so, so will only be basic for now. Will order by next week.
2. Replacement leather for all three rows. The carpet and the rest of the interior are actually in really good shape. Will also add LED bulbs to the lights and instruments.
3. Stereo upgrade, the oem stuff sucks. 12" JLW3, Alpine PDXv9 amp, 4 Rockford Fosgate coaxial 6.5".
4. Monstaliner two tone exterior. Have not decided on the scheme or colors yet. Just got the samples yesterday. Also have not decided about the oem roof rack or the fender flares whether they will stay or go. Leaning toward removal.
5. New HID headlights in new housings and LED tail lights.
6. 315 tires. Not sure about brand. Eventually want to go with 37" Procomp mud terrains, but tires are stupid expensive. Probably going to be scanning Craigslist for a good used set for now.
7. Bumpers. This is a tough one. My truck will likely not be heavily wheeled like many of yours. Thinking of something narrow for the front and rear with integrated high intensity LED lighting. Meeting with a local guy that builds cool s*** once he returns from Burning Man lol.
8. 1" body lift. I have never been a fan of body lifts in the past. I've seen a few on the FJ80 and they look good. Again, not positive on this, but leaning towards it.
9. Down the road I would like to add a turbo, upgrade the fuel system and management. These trucks are turds, but after doing some research and talking to a few people I know I don't want to do an engine swap.
Feel free to offer up advice and criticism. I will post up pics of the progress once parts begin to arrive. Since trying to control costs closely, this will be a driveway and garage build. I live in Lake Oswego, OR, so any locals who want to swing by and give me a hand, I can pay you in beer and cereal.
