First Time Pig "Build"

[Delancy]

99% of the time rear axle bearings are fine. The seal is usually fine too

They may be, I don't know......and I like to know they are.

but it's a convenient time to replace it.

It's that "while I'm in there" disease.

I have issues, bad issues.

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Same with studs, while they're probably fine, they do stretch and it's a convenient time to replace them.

I've swapped to ARPs on the other two (actually, just the 80. FJC's are still in box) but mostly due to length issues with the Trail Ready's.

The OE 80s strength seems to be on par, even running previous 37" KM2s, but would've anticipated a a drive flange stripping, or hub stud failure before a wheel stud.

That said, I'd think that OEs would be fine for the intention of usage.

Just seems the ideal time to do it all, down to painting the housings, with regards to axles.

I've had fne luck with the factory diff gaskets...fipg is a necessity on things like the lower timing cover, but on the diffs, I prefer the factory gaskets.

Honestly, I'd never heard of using FIPG on a diff until I saw Robbie do. I would've thought the gasket would make for easier removal, but when queried about, I believe the reply was something along the lines of "lay off the skinny pedal, no worries about pulling". Haha.

Gaskets it is, then. Will add to Dan's list.

Pighead will tell you I hate leaks.

Ah ha. Now I get it. I'm slow sometimes.

(Apologies for the other thread diversion, by the way)

I hate leaks, too. PMing makes perfect sense to avoid.

Pighead prefers braided stainless in place of rubber lines.

I have in the past and if that's the determination, I won't disagree.

Just swapped new braided back to OE on the 80, but because the bends didn't sit in the crows foot properly and the coating had already cracked, the latter being explained to be installer (my) error.

That, and the fact that every thing but the hardlines have been returned to new OE and the pedal is still spongy, and I can't stand it.

Length will will depend on the backing plates you get from Georg. 60 series goes through a t at the backing plate to a hard line, but can also be bypassed and go direct to caliper which might need a slightly longer line.

Will ask Georg about. He may have lines made, already??

 

[Delancy]

Very preliminary but attempting to get Mrs. Delancy and our brood involved.

Color

Found this...

vin does not decode to show paint codes or really anything of any importance, just model and number in line. later models will have another plate that will have the trim code.

But haven't found this...

(if it has it on the drivers fenderwell)

Have these....

VEHICLE CODE COLOURS USED YEARS
FJ55(L)V, V-B
C2989 T1455/T1453 69
C2990 T452/T1453 69
C2991 T1454/T1453 69
C2992 T450/T1453 69
C2993 T303/T1453 69
C6580 113/012/113 71
C6581 309/012/309 71
C6582 415/012/415 71
C6583 622/012/622 71
C6584 822/012/822 71
FJ55LG C6591 113/012/113 71
C6592 309/012/309 71
C6593 415/012/415 71
C6594 622/012/622 71
C6595 822/012/822 71

See this....





And think it's this.....





So question is, if there's no identifier on the DS inner fender well denoting color, would it be sacrilege or jeopardize my chances of a fair entry to paint another model year specific color/color combo?

If so, what color code might she have been?

 

[tucker74]

Best place to look for the original color on a pig is inside the fuel door, under the rear quarter vents, or under the handle pads because re-sprays rarely go that thorough. Don't know of any code demarcations ...

Tucker

 

[bobm]

If you look on the inner fender well up by the vent or inside on any doors or tailgate you will see a little brushed on swatch of original color.

Thanks Bob.

 

[Delancy]

That's where I have. It's this color:



^^.Only pic I have, but several places^^.

And I think this would be the closest OE color, based on what I've found in various places beneath the bondo.



Which is a gold color.

Going to try to find the fender tag tomorrow. If it doesn't exist, may paint a color other than gold. Hate to, but if there's no way to ever tell, then may opt for another OE combo, specific to production date.

If there's a tag, then will paint whatever tag says, for accuracy and love it, just the same.

I can't find any info on the gold anywhere.

 

[nuclearlemon]

pighead says you're not going to find a color code on a '72. And I don't trust that color guide much.

Pighead

 

[Delancy]

pighead says you're not going to find a color code on a '72. And I don't trust that color guide much.

Pighead

Good news cause I wasn't digging the gold.

Since all will be blasted, can paint whatever color I want (year specific, of course) and roll back the odometer, again, once the mechanicals done. Haha.

Got FSM?





This would've been pretty helpful when trying to determine brake light continuity.

See I don't think (I will look again. Sucks not having her at home) the stoplight switch is there, but there's, if memory serves, a chopped harness to.

 

[Pighead]

and roll back the odometer,

Easily done. Search my "Plays with speedos" thread.

 

[Delancy]

Easily done. Search my "Plays with speedos" thread.

Haha. Figured. Better wait until I have a good reason to warrant.

SOR's links aren't working, but found this elsewhere on the web:






Oddly, mine doesn't fit into the chart, anywhere.






Few questions:

Does this indicate a swapped F?

If that's the case, is it foolish to rebuild this F?

Foolish to find a correct F and rebuild?

Foolish to not consider a 2F?

 

[PabloCruise]

Haha. Figured. Better wait until I have a good reason to warrant.

SOR's links aren't working, but found this elsewhere on the web:



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Oddly, mine doesn't fit into the chart, anywhere.



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Few questions:

Does this indicate a swapped F?

If that's the case, is it foolish to rebuild this F?

Foolish to find a correct F and rebuild?

Foolish to not consider a 2F?

That chart is sweet (if correct). Not sure what to make of your number...

AFAIK, Mustard was never a color combo on Pigs.

 

[Delancy]

Now can't find the link to page, but pretty sure that chart was listed in an image link to coolfj40.com.

This is SOR's, I believe, but the links on Mud and website are dead.





Not sure what to think on color, since I have seen a few that are the "mustard", but if there no indication on any tag, then I'll opt for a different OE color, unless this is a million dollar find. Haha.

This blows my theory that the blue block was an indicator of rebuild by a long ago defunct equipment company to pieces.

 

[Delancy]

Moved to a larger unit. A rarity that one opens up, but figured I'm going to need extra, long term space during this process, all things considered.



She left her mark on the previous.....



Did get a chance to run around for a bit.......

Pig Trot

She's not roadworthy, as is.

After being taught how to read a chart here
, in all likelihood this is the original F, so hoping to maintain.

Keeping bobm busy for a bit, too.

Ordered:

Both front rockers
Both front body mounts
Both front floor pans
Both rear floor pans
Both C pillar supports
Both fender patch panels
Both rear corners
Four floor supports

After closer inspection (hahaha) think the front fenders are workable, but still need a hood.

Wasn't filming, but during drive realized the front door latch is jacked, thankfully the door is still on, though.

Didn't have a chance to pull hub caps and the J-O-B is tearing me away from further activities today and tomorrow, but any indications of what hubs these are, from this pic?

 

[LT]

T308 is the perfect piggy color

 

[Delancy]

T308 is the perfect piggy color

There's a Photochop of the PP80 with a Piggish paint line, with orange lower.

Could be a year before to the point of color decision, but I like matchy-matchy between the station wagons.

Thought the white was cool.






Long time to consternate over.

 

[nuclearlemon]

All one color makes them look big. The two tone makes them look svelt and are classic pig

 

[Pighead]

Engine number looks the between 12/'72 & 1/'73?

 

[Delancy]

The two tone makes them look svelte.....

The antipathy of this owner. Haha.

I'll have a difficult time not doing the gold, honestly.

Engine number looks the between 12/'72 & 1/'73?

Assuming it's been married for life, based on the chart, so guess she's a keeper. Been there this long.

Now what?

I realize 99.9% would say "2F" but hate to break up a 41 year old working relationship.

 

[Delancy]

Posting for posterity but quote will remain from anonymous Mudder, unless he see's fit to claim.

Quote

"I have done many foolish and costly things when it comes to FJ55's.......

They are a very likable creature but the manner in which they rust and hide rust is unbelievable. They are addictive and as far as I am concerned- very worthwhile. Take your time, try to keep it drivable, rust proof and collect worthy parts. All time best vehicle I have ever driven.....

Lots of good guys on mud for certain - you're in great hands "

End quote.

Inspiring, if you ask me.

 

[LT]

There's a Photochop of the PP80 with a Piggish paint line, with orange lower.

Could be a year before to the point of color decision, but I like matchy-matchy between the station wagons.

Thought the white was cool.



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Long time to consternate over.

Where's the orange?

 

[71greenpig]

Where's the orange?

Like the solid white also