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destins 1964 fj40 FST restore thread
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Is this thing on?!
I don't think the internets is working anymore. I used toget 10 posts per day on this thread. Now .... nuttin!
Is this thing on?!
I don't think the internets is working anymore. I used toget 10 posts per day on this thread. Now .... nuttin!
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*KNOCK* *KNOCK* *KNOCK*
Is this thing on?!
I don't think the internets is working anymore. I used toget 10 posts per day on this thread. Now .... nuttin!
oy i know right?
Still waiting on the intake valves to be machined, then the head goes on
This is taking quite a bit longer than i thought, but i guess everything has so far.
I think it has been what 4-5 weeks?
Oy hopefully i can drive this thing soon
oy i know right?
Still waiting on the intake valves to be machined, then the head goes on
This is taking quite a bit longer than i thought, but i guess everything has so far.
I think it has been what 4-5 weeks?
Oy hopefully i can drive this thing soon
These special motors are.....special! Just think. When you're done, you'll have the real deal!
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hehe i was hoping, a while back to have this thing running by this weekend, when i booked some time in a cabin on the coast, but no such luck 
Stoked to get this thing on the road though, driving me nuts
Well hopefully soon, maybe i drop by again today and see what's up.
Stoked to get this thing on the road though, driving me nuts
Well hopefully soon, maybe i drop by again today and see what's up.
hehe i was hoping, a while back to have this thing running by this weekend, when i booked some time in a cabin on the coast, but no such luck
Stoked to get this thing on the road though, driving me nuts
Well hopefully soon, maybe i drop by again today and see what's up.
How about taking a couple of pics for us when you drop in?
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How about taking a couple of pics for us when you drop in?
of course
The said it be all done by early next week
the owner walked me around and let me snap some shots, cool dude
they justt started to machine and re-stud the intake / exhaust manifolds
brand new valves, they machined stainless steel from the old ones
The head awaiting to be cleaned up and assembled
An old ford strait 8 head machined, circa 1930's
oh Nice. Do you have the 3 rings for the intake?
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Thanks man
I think so, likely at the shop still
I would guess those are no longer made as well
yeah?
Thanks man
I think so, likely at the shop still
I would guess those are no longer made as well
yeah?
They are not available anymore. I just had some made locally using spares foxfab loaned me.
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They are not available anymore. I just had some made locally using spares foxfab loaned me.
cool, i think they are at the shop
Another question that has come up off and on, and I wanted to get your guys opinion on it
After the initial break in period, These rigs should prolly be kept at a maximum of around 55 mph on the freeway correct? ( I have very little need for anything faster honestly, as I drive like an old man in my truck )
Again not looking for top speeds or something silly, just verifying if 50-55 is a decent cruising speed at the times i am forced to use the hi-way, in regard to motor health and longevity
Thanks guys!~
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I don't think it's as much about a speed as it is RPMs. The lower the RPMs the better the engine likes it. I try and keep my F145 in my 68 around 1,800 to 2,200 on the highway. I just have a cheap tach attached with a clamp to my steering column. With the one barrel carb I can lug it down to 400 RPMs climbing a hill without stalling. Low end is where these old stock engines shine.
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nice
I cannot wait to get teh beast on the road again for some summer camping and exploration
Intend on doing legs of the discovery trail here in oregon this summer once everything is dialed in
Oregon Back Country Discovery Route
YouTube - OBCDR Part 1 - 1100 mile Oregon Back Country Adventure. Abandoned Mines, Ranches ect!
YouTube - OBCDR Part 3 - 1100 mile Oregon Back Country Adventure. Abandoned Mines, Ranches ect!
some poached images here :
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no.. even toyota advertised "Turnpike speeds! Drive all day at 85 MPH on the highway."
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hahaha, yeah that is just nuts
I remember seeing that ad and thinking... riiiight
haha, 85 would be frightening
Some good info about break-in
http://www.aera.org/downloads/BIP.pdf
and don`t forget you have no brakes after water crossing !
Left foot on the brake pedal(not too hard) right on the gas pedal and driving
until the brakes are dry.... drum brakes....I like them
Cheers
Peter
http://www.aera.org/downloads/BIP.pdf
and don`t forget you have no brakes after water crossing !
Left foot on the brake pedal(not too hard) right on the gas pedal and driving
until the brakes are dry.... drum brakes....I like them
Cheers
Peter
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Some good info about break-in
http://www.aera.org/downloads/BIP.pdf
and don`t forget you have no brakes after water crossing !
Left foot on the brake pedal(not too hard) right on the gas pedal and driving
until the brakes are dry.... drum brakes....I like them
Cheers
Peter
Thanks man
Disk brakes are for wussies
SureDisk brakes are for wussies
...can`t remember that ever I talked to them
Drive my old plough horses most between 50-57 mph on roads
Cheers
Peter
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So did you ever find a pintle hook that will fit your hole pattern? Thinking your four legged friend is going to take up the most of the back. With a soft top there is no roof storage. The 1/4 ton trailers are a good fit. It will go anywhere you would take your cruiser. If your going from point A to point B and not camping in the same spot every day it would be much more enjoyable to have the extra room. If your camping in the same spot all the time it's not as big of a deal.
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Still have not found a pintle hook that matches the bolt pattern on the back, i might have to make some modification down the road or keep searching
A small military trailer would be cool down the road
