Recently I went through an existential crisis over my FJ40 (see Chat thread here), and I have decided that I can modify my 40 to do what I want it to do.
Below is the list of projects that I will be tackling. I know it won't be cheap, but compared to buying a new to me replacement truck that would have these things I think I'll come out ahead. Plus, then all the mods will be done the way I want them done.
Mechanical
Electrical
Creature Comfort
Cargo/Creature Hauling
I will probably have a post for each of these going though what options I looked at and the one I chose.
Today's first project will be indirectly cruiser related, I need to finish the first of two rolling work benches I'm building. Right now the drill press is taking up precious floor space in the garage.
Below is the list of projects that I will be tackling. I know it won't be cheap, but compared to buying a new to me replacement truck that would have these things I think I'll come out ahead. Plus, then all the mods will be done the way I want them done.
Mechanical
New exhaustDone! Mark's Off Road Tri-Y header w/ new to me aluminized exhaust.
Transmission SwapDone! H42 installed with 3speed t-case- Power Steering
Brake Booster pinhole leak fixCan't hear the leak anymore, breaks are working fine.- Clean Carburetor - some contamination in the transition circuit due to poor aircleaner to carb seal
Electrical
- amauer's Gauge Cluster Kit
- Higher Output Alternator
- Full Rewire
Creature Comfort
- Better Front Seats - Half way there. Procar Rally installed in the driver seat.
- Carpet & Insulation
- Hard Top Window Tint
- Hard Top Ventilation Improvement
- Sliding Side Windows
- Flow Through Vent
- Have a new idea [REDACTED]
- Air Conditioning - don't judge me
Cargo/Creature Hauling
- Custom Rear Drawer/Platform System
- Rear Bench Seat - on top of cargo box
- Something to Carry Fuel/Water Cans
I will probably have a post for each of these going though what options I looked at and the one I chose.
Today's first project will be indirectly cruiser related, I need to finish the first of two rolling work benches I'm building. Right now the drill press is taking up precious floor space in the garage.
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