Have you sourced the HVAC tubes? My understanding is the part numbers differ 60/62.
I have been slowly accumulating 62 dash parts to put into my 83.
I have been slowly accumulating 62 dash parts to put into my 83.
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I have a whole 62 here for parts for the 60 i am working on if the owner changes his mind i may have some stuff for sale won't know for a little while have other stuff that is higher on the get done list.
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I may be real interested as I get into the swap in about two weeks.
Shoot me a PM and I can send photos of what I have sourced.
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Update - I procured a lot of parts and closing on color selections. I am using SEM Elastomeric paint for a unifying color change
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I want line up a complete set of parts before I disassemble the current dash to make sure everything fits. I plan on re-wiring the electrical harness once the dash is fully disassembled so I can sort out old vs new “restored” wiring saving space and making future troubleshooting viable
The current Frankenstein dash is functional from a prototype aspect but the 62 set up is going to look so much more correct and finished
The current Frankenstein dash is functional from a prototype aspect but the 62 set up is going to look so much more correct and finished
I have to admit, I like that double din radio with gauges above. Not seen it before, and it makes sense.
Too bad you are so far away, I’d try to get all your used original dash parts when you are done.
Too bad you are so far away, I’d try to get all your used original dash parts when you are done.
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The gauges do work well there and the radio is, well, ok there from a functional standpoint. It is a very tight squeeze to get that unit in there (one needs to “massage” the HVAC duct to make it fit and it doesnt go in far enough due to the HVAC cable placement. To make this work, one would need to 3D print a custom bezel for the whole center section. I was thinking about integrating power ports and LED lights in that custom bezel
I have no AC, so mucking with ducting wouldn’t be a problem. I don’t even have a stereo, just a hole now.
After 12 yrs I only miss the radio a bit.
After 12 yrs I only miss the radio a bit.
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Does anyone have a line on FJ62 style rocker switches? I am not in need of the stock switches but I have a need to add additional switches for: Camp Light, Roof LED lights, and the water/Methanol Injection system. I would like to have a near match in style to the stock switches so that they look “stock” and fit within the bezel recesses. Thanks
Not answering your question, but somehow I’ve missed this thread over the years. Great build and cool drivetrain combo. I’ve had a few 6.2’s and 6.5’s over the years. Great reliable motors once you understand them.
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Amen on the “knowing” part. Along with not expecting “everything
carling is the closest to fit. from what I understand they still require filing of the bezel to get it to fit. I think @NCFJ has done this on some of his builds before and makes them look really clean.
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Very nice work, I sure enjoy following along with you.
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Post #291 has photos of the switches.
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Another day, another challenge: i purchased a 2006 Tacoma overhead console (accessory Meter) that has the ambient temperature and compass read out as well as a much needed maps light and sun glass holder, i have successfully acquired all required connectors and the temperature sensor. This will be installed when I redo the head liner at the upholstery shop. Problem is that it looks like the compass and temp gauge need a signal from a vehicle speed sensor via an ECU (eeewwww ECU!). Has anyone done this mod before? Is there a way to fake the VSS signal?
Those rear tailgate lights are amazing. Did you drill the panels out to fit the lights? Which lights are those?
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I did cut holes to fit them in. I got these from Gary at Mudrack (Sonoma). However, given the wide adoption of LEDs these days, I would think its an easy thing to find. I did think about LED strips but decided to stay with something more in line with the 1987 styling of the truck. This tail gate light mod is a really useful and relatively easy thing
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The 60/62 already has a vss (4 pulse/rot, not sure how that compares to the Tacoma). Its the grn/blk wire that goes to the speedo, as well as the emissions computer in the ds kick panel (for the 60). Hth
Curious, why would the temp gauge need a speed signal?
