Chinese manufactured Body Parts (1 Viewer)

[Flunob]

Hi all,

Just enquiring if anyone has any experience or familiarity with the 40 series body panels being offered by this Chinese company - Jiangsu Juncheng Vehicle Industry Co Ltd - website is 'www.Carbody.com'

They were at the practical classics show at NEC in the UK this weekend, and looking on the website they appear to be producing a comprehensive set of panels. Technical information is pretty limited but I did find data on replacement floor pans that were 14 gauge (2.0mm) thickness - haven't yet measured mine but that sounds reasonable - obviously no clue on quality of the steel.

If anyone has used them or seen any of the parts (none present at the show - just literature) I'd be interested to know what you think...

Also a couple of videos on their website showing parts manufacture and some 'finished' examples of the 40 series bodies.

FJ40’s visual feast_Product video_Video_JUNCHENG VEHICLE INDUSTRY

www.carbody.com

FJ40 car body parts_Product video_Video_JUNCHENG VEHICLE INDUSTRY

Jiangsu Juncheng Vehicle Industry Co., Ltd. produces all body parts for FJ40, including hoods, fenders, doors, etc., with reliable quality, considerate service and affordable prices. For more car body

www.carbody.com

How do we produce TUB for FJ40/43/45_Product video_Video_JUNCHENG VEHICLE INDUSTRY

This video introduces how do we produce TUB for FJ40/43/45

www.carbody.com

 

[peesalot]

I believe the US dist. is TopNault and they have multiple threads & reviews on here. Yes, their products have been received, installed, modified, discussed on here.
Half doors, tubs, etc. There are some points of interest on the full tubs but nothing unfixable. The different pieces separately seem right, it is assembly that has shown issues. Some went assembled tub / some prefered assembling pieces themselves.

 

[Flunob]

Thanks, that's helpful, I'll take a look - I don't know if I can get parts supplied to UK but have asked the question. I'm very early in my rebuild but interested to know if it's worth replacing some bits rather than fixing, so the quality is key.

 

[jayp2]

Thanks, that's helpful, I'll take a look - I don't know if I can get parts supplied to UK but have asked the question. I'm very early in my rebuild but interested to know if it's worth replacing some bits rather than fixing, so the quality is key.

Topnault complete 1978 tub-first impression

I just took delivery of the complete tub, front fenders, hood, and windshield frame. I thought I would share some pictures of the tub and first impressions. The tub arrived bolted to a welded frame with the other parts inside of it. It was wrapped in cardboard. No shipping damage. I looked over...

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Cant say I'm impressed with the welds in pictures or other issues.

Hopefully they will/have corrected issues going forwards

 

[Flunob]

Topnault complete 1978 tub-first impression

I just took delivery of the complete tub, front fenders, hood, and windshield frame. I thought I would share some pictures of the tub and first impressions. The tub arrived bolted to a welded frame with the other parts inside of it. It was wrapped in cardboard. No shipping damage. I looked over...

forum.ih8mud.com

Cant say I'm impressed with the welds in pictures or other issues.

Hopefully they will/have corrected issues going forwards

Agreed - reading other threads now and that seems to be the main concern. I'm getting the impression that "buy the bits and assemble yourself" is the way to go - just need to figure out if I can get parts delivered to the UK at sensible cost!!

 

[Flunob]

I believe the US dist. is TopNault and they have multiple threads & reviews on here. Yes, their products have been received, installed, modified, discussed on here.
Half doors, tubs, etc. There are some points of interest on the full tubs but nothing unfixable. The different pieces separately seem right, it is assembly that has shown issues. Some went assembled tub / some prefered assembling pieces themselves.

Thanks for the pointer - lots of info on here re: Topnault, and all very recent, so really helpful...

 

[peesalot]

There is a section on this site called Mudship, worth a post ? PM the Topnault guy on here and ask about shipping, he has been really responsive and enthusiastic regarding bringing their products to the US market.

 

[cstav86]

I puchased a trans tunnel cover last week from Topnault, I'll report back on the fit once I get it sorted.

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

Agreed - reading other threads now and that seems to be the main concern. I'm getting the impression that "buy the bits and assemble yourself" is the way to go - just need to figure out if I can get parts delivered to the UK at sensible cost!!

There are some vendors near you in Europe, e.g. in Belgium.

 

[Greek Cruiserhead]

You may have a look here too:

Are CCOT 75-84 complete doors good?

I’m way up here on Van Isle and needing some new doors. CCOT website shows reproduction doors that I wanted to get some reviews on. Do you or someone you know have them painted and mounted? I’ve looked into repair patches and panels as well as scanning for good used and it seems as expensive...

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0r here:

 

[1MOA]

Thanks, that's helpful, I'll take a look - I don't know if I can get parts supplied to UK but have asked the question. I'm very early in my rebuild but interested to know if it's worth replacing some bits rather than fixing, so the quality is key.

If you are in the UK reach out to Teseven. I know they are not advertising but they are still making the tubs and are excellent quality.

TESEVEN | France | Teseven Toyota Classic

Implanted in the South of France, we perpetuate a traditional French metal forming savoir-faire. Teseven Autobody is the last in the business to produce medium-series tub and motor vehicles. Tubs for Toyota Land Cruiser and complete restoration.

www.teseven-toyotaclassic.com

 

[Flunob]

If you are in the UK reach out to Teseven. I know they are not advertising but they are still making the tubs and are excellent quality.

TESEVEN | France | Teseven Toyota Classic

Implanted in the South of France, we perpetuate a traditional French metal forming savoir-faire. Teseven Autobody is the last in the business to produce medium-series tub and motor vehicles. Tubs for Toyota Land Cruiser and complete restoration.

www.teseven-toyotaclassic.com

Thanks - first I've heard of them, I'll have a look!

 

[1MOA]

Thanks - first I've heard of them, I'll have a look!

I got to see their work first hand and I was impressed. Fit and measurements were OEM quality and the tub I saw needed no more than some rear shims under the frame for it to line up with the existing hardtop and doors. They suffered a large fire a few years ago and stopped the production of the tubs and concentrated on body work.

 

[Flunob]

I got to see their work first hand and I was impressed. Fit and measurements were OEM quality and the tub I saw needed no more than some rear shims under the frame for it to line up with the existing hardtop and doors. They suffered a large fire a few years ago and stopped the production of the tubs and concentrated on body work.

I've just seen the minature 40's they make - my first grandson arrived in January - think I'm going to go for a plywood based version!!