So I did a thing recently and pulled the trigger on a 1980 FJ45 as a retirement gift to myself.
Seller was nearing completion on restoration and needed money for another project.
As it sits, vehicle has a few issues and I am currently ISO a good mechanic to go through it and give me a professional opinion.
It's leaking what appears to be some hydraulic fluid as well as some oil....which from what I read is not terribly unusual.
It is tricky to get started, and requires a few pumps of the gas pedal, and then holding the pedal to the floor at ignition, but once turned over it seems to idle fine.
Just interested in any tips or exactly where to get started....seemed like having an experienced mechanic go through it would be best course.
Also if anyone recommends any shops in South FL with particular experience on these vehicles please feel free to share.
Thanks
Cory
Seller was nearing completion on restoration and needed money for another project.
As it sits, vehicle has a few issues and I am currently ISO a good mechanic to go through it and give me a professional opinion.
It's leaking what appears to be some hydraulic fluid as well as some oil....which from what I read is not terribly unusual.
It is tricky to get started, and requires a few pumps of the gas pedal, and then holding the pedal to the floor at ignition, but once turned over it seems to idle fine.
Just interested in any tips or exactly where to get started....seemed like having an experienced mechanic go through it would be best course.
Also if anyone recommends any shops in South FL with particular experience on these vehicles please feel free to share.
Thanks
Cory