Build BJ43 1979 “Save the beauty”

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Economist LC76 said:​

This is a Bridgestone All Around 7.00 R 16 Made in Japan around 20 years ago. Bought it via Yahoo Japan."

I would not imagine!
...or I should?
Auf jeden Fall Respekt/Respect in any case!

PS. Is it really a Radial tyre?

 

[Economist LC76]

Economist LC76 said:​

This is a Bridgestone All Around 7.00 R 16 Made in Japan around 20 years ago. Bought it via Yahoo Japan."

I would not imagine!
...or I should?
Auf jeden Fall Respekt/Respect in any case!

PS. Is it really a Radial tyre?

Bias

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Great pic, thank you mate!

 

[Economist LC76]

Replaced 7.00R16 for 7.50R16
General Super All Grip, new Radial.
First impressions are positive: handling, braking - solid & stable

Original tires put on the split rims: exhibition version

Next step is a non lifted NOS suspension

 

[DesertFJ40]

Great stance, love the skinny tire look; just as Toyota intended and still currently does for the world market. If you ever driven a "fat tire" through some puddles of water on the road, you will quickly notice thay it will pull you to one side and almost make you loose control. With the skinny tires, you can comfortably hit puddles at 30mph and cut right through them without a worry. Once you get to 40+mph it gets sketchy....

 

[Economist LC76]

The New Old Stock (NOS) leaf springs are settled

Difference is obvious

Now is ready for the traveling

 

[flx]

Now is ready for the traveling
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So are you coming to our next gathering in France ?

 

[Economist LC76]

So are you coming to our next gathering in France ?

It is a cool idea, thanks! I would dream about it

 

[Rankle40]

@Economist LC76

Hi. Just fitted NOS leaf springs as well to my 1974 FJ40LV but still unable to drive it until I tick of all the roadworthiness checklist.

Curious on how does your BJ43 it ride and track vs your previous aftermarket (OME?) leaf spring.

Cheers!!

 

[Economist LC76]

@Economist LC76

Hi. Just fitted NOS leaf springs as well to my 1974 FJ40LV but still unable to drive it until I tick of all the roadworthiness checklist.

Curious on how does your BJ43 it ride and track vs your previous aftermarket (OME?) leaf spring.

Cheers!!

Hi. I like the original springs much more than the tuning ones. The first difference is in turns on country roads, before I had to slow down, now I continue driving. The average speed has increased. The shock absorbers work more correctly, since the original shock absorbers used to be short for springs with a lift. All in all, I enjoy driving.

 

[Rankle40]

@Economist LC76

Great to know and thanks for the info. I've been in the process of undoing all the suspension mods my father did to our fj40. Luckily I was able to source nos leaf springs as well for our 1974 fj40lv.

Thanks and hope to see more updates from your impeccable build.

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Hi. I like the original springs much more than the tuning ones. The first difference is in turns on country roads, before I had to slow down, now I continue driving. The average speed has increased. The shock absorbers work more correctly, since the original shock absorbers used to be short for springs with a lift. All in all, I enjoy driving.

Impressed with your notice related to the performance of the original suspension.
Do the parts are readilly available at Toyota dealerships?
Do the prices are fair (or comparable to quality aftermarket, e.g. OME, Terrain Tamer)?

 

[locklaw]

Impressed with your notice related to the performance of the original suspension.
Do the parts are readilly available at Toyota dealerships?
Do the prices are fair (or comparable to quality aftermarket, e.g. OME, Terrain Tamer)?

Springs, bushes and shocks can for the most part still be purchased from Toyota new. Pricing is quite a bit more than aftermarket.

Toyota's quality is unquestionably good. The real question should be how close does OME or Terrain Tamer come to Toyota quality? OME, close, Terrain Tamer and many other brands, not that close.

 

[Economist LC76]

Some update on the project. 6000 km on the odometer.
Few upgrades were helpful.

Seat extension gives me fun to sit and to drive

Speedometer light upgrade (white paint + extra watts) provides comfort for the night driving

Trail cover helps to park the car easier

DIY hood lock limits the kids curiosity

Locked tool case saves the travel kit

 

[Economist LC76]

Genuine seats are not the best for the long trips. The spare set with the modern covers are much more practical. The OEM set stays for the exhibition

I like the old style trailer socket. Now I have it also

Ready for the new travels and upgrades