Registry FJ55 Registry
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Newbie Intro
Hi folks,
Newbie here, and first post...
Owner's Name: Virgil Kelly
Year: 1975
VIN: FJ55051382
Email: vkkelly@brier.net
State FJ-55 resides: West "By God" Virginia
Any Modifications: Crane Cam's Electronic Ignition, K&N filters (air and oil), Remote oil filter, ridiculous "no fear of deer" bumpers, hood pins ("Does it really go that fast?"), front bucket seats, complete EGR bypass (CA residents are green with envy...), side mounted "outside the rails" high flow exhaust, Suntune Mini Tach, Inside spare mount, rear heater moved to under driver's seat, Bearcat Scanner and antenna, Aviation antenna for Hand-held transceiver, and the ubiquitous Lev-O-Meter.
Shown in picture is 33" Dunlop Dune Rovers on 11" wide rims, which have been replaced with Yokahama Geolandar 31" x 10.50"s on 8" wheels. The Dunlops are reserved for having fun on coal slag piles.
The '75 Pig is my daily driver.
In the background can be seen a near basket case '71 Pig. After seeing some of the "projects" here, I'm having second thoughts on parting it out. It has more potential than I thought...
Looking for an FJ 40 in the $5K range for my wife. Her '86 Toy PU is tired at about 250K miles. That 22R sure is a great motor, tho'... I digress...
My dog, Pita, thinks it's her Land Cruiser.
I became a TLC fan upon meeting Jim Hixson (of local fame) in 1984. The '71 was his last TLC (rest his soul) and the '75 is my first. I don't think I want to drive any thing else!
Future plans are to evaluate the condition of the engine (seems really strong, but I need to do a compression check) and rebuild if needed. Then, on to body work, replacing quarter and rocker panels and repainting to the original red and white (There's a lot of Bondo in her...). Then, a Warn winch, a roof rack, etc. etc. etc. ... SOR and Iron Pig Off Road will become rich...
I have many questions, but intend to read the FAQ before embarrassing myself. I look forward to corresponding with you folks, and the many new friends I hope to make!
-Virgil
Hi folks,
Newbie here, and first post...
Owner's Name: Virgil Kelly
Year: 1975
VIN: FJ55051382
Email: vkkelly@brier.net
State FJ-55 resides: West "By God" Virginia
Any Modifications: Crane Cam's Electronic Ignition, K&N filters (air and oil), Remote oil filter, ridiculous "no fear of deer" bumpers, hood pins ("Does it really go that fast?"), front bucket seats, complete EGR bypass (CA residents are green with envy...), side mounted "outside the rails" high flow exhaust, Suntune Mini Tach, Inside spare mount, rear heater moved to under driver's seat, Bearcat Scanner and antenna, Aviation antenna for Hand-held transceiver, and the ubiquitous Lev-O-Meter.
Shown in picture is 33" Dunlop Dune Rovers on 11" wide rims, which have been replaced with Yokahama Geolandar 31" x 10.50"s on 8" wheels. The Dunlops are reserved for having fun on coal slag piles.
The '75 Pig is my daily driver.
In the background can be seen a near basket case '71 Pig. After seeing some of the "projects" here, I'm having second thoughts on parting it out. It has more potential than I thought...
Looking for an FJ 40 in the $5K range for my wife. Her '86 Toy PU is tired at about 250K miles. That 22R sure is a great motor, tho'... I digress...
My dog, Pita, thinks it's her Land Cruiser.
I became a TLC fan upon meeting Jim Hixson (of local fame) in 1984. The '71 was his last TLC (rest his soul) and the '75 is my first. I don't think I want to drive any thing else!
Future plans are to evaluate the condition of the engine (seems really strong, but I need to do a compression check) and rebuild if needed. Then, on to body work, replacing quarter and rocker panels and repainting to the original red and white (There's a lot of Bondo in her...). Then, a Warn winch, a roof rack, etc. etc. etc. ... SOR and Iron Pig Off Road will become rich...
I have many questions, but intend to read the FAQ before embarrassing myself. I look forward to corresponding with you folks, and the many new friends I hope to make!
-Virgil
Welcome to they sty Virgil!
Are those bucket seats you have? What make/where'd they come from?
Are those bucket seats you have? What make/where'd they come from?
I think they are early to mid 80's Toy PU seats, but I'm not sure. That and a few other mods were made before she was mine. The buckets sit on rather hefty pieces of angle iron that rest upon the original seat box foundations. Makes for a much better ride height. No need to peek through the steering wheel, not even my 5'2" wife, Retha!
Makes the arms rests way too low, however.
Thanks for the kind welcome! And an awfully clean sty it is... And what are all these boulders for?
-Virgil
Makes the arms rests way too low, however.
Thanks for the kind welcome! And an awfully clean sty it is... And what are all these boulders for?
-Virgil
Hi
Jeb
'72
vin?
jebsbutterbutte@centurytel.net
WA
mods, not many-Electronic ignition, after market header
Jeb
'72
vin?
jebsbutterbutte@centurytel.net
WA
mods, not many-Electronic ignition, after market header
zuluzeugma
SILVER Star
1972 FJ55
4 Speed
Shackle reversal
SOA
35X12.50X15 BFG Mall terrains
FJ62 Power steering
Welded Rear Diff
Savanah Heat Air freshner
4 Speed
Shackle reversal
SOA
35X12.50X15 BFG Mall terrains
FJ62 Power steering
Welded Rear Diff
Savanah Heat Air freshner
Hi All
New owner since a week. One of the few original European ones I think. Bought it in Switzerland where it started life as a fire truck.
1977 stock and in pristine condition. Getting it ready for Dutch roads and the only thing it needs are 8 steering arm seals
New owner since a week. One of the few original European ones I think. Bought it in Switzerland where it started life as a fire truck.
1977 stock and in pristine condition. Getting it ready for Dutch roads and the only thing it needs are 8 steering arm seals
DesertLake
SILVER Star
Will Berry
1974
Bought by my parents in 76
SBC back in 77 or so
Goodwrench in 98 or so
Less rust than rotten rubber
Toy dealer air
31x10.5 for now
Add a leafs in rear, maybe front too
Still in the teardown phase of the buildup.
Most of the metal looks usable, except maybe the left fender, which still looks better than the Pacer that smacked it.
1974
Bought by my parents in 76
SBC back in 77 or so
Goodwrench in 98 or so
Less rust than rotten rubber
Toy dealer air
31x10.5 for now
Add a leafs in rear, maybe front too
Still in the teardown phase of the buildup.
Most of the metal looks usable, except maybe the left fender, which still looks better than the Pacer that smacked it.
New Player here! Loving all these pigs!
Having trouble posting pics. They are apparently too large. Think I got the one from when I bought my '72 to work. I have others with the suspension mods and 35" BFG's hopefully to show soon!
Having trouble posting pics. They are apparently too large. Think I got the one from when I bought my '72 to work. I have others with the suspension mods and 35" BFG's hopefully to show soon!
Lets see if this works
Trying to post other pics
Trying to post other pics
69 Fj55
Can't remember if I sent info for registry:
Owner: Dave Davis
Rome, Georgia
1969 Fj55
Vin# FJ55514390
No Mods
Can't remember if I sent info for registry:
Owner: Dave Davis
Rome, Georgia
1969 Fj55
Vin# FJ55514390
No Mods
- Joined
- May 8, 2008
- Threads
- 12
- Messages
- 122
- Location
- Meridian, Idaho (near Boise)
- Website
- www.billdavisconstruction.com
1976 Fj55
Pictures soon
Current Equipment
Rust: lots of it
Frame is in good condition
Still Fixing a homemade spring over lift
Installed High steer New drag link and a few other parts.
Installed Power steering box from a 97 F-250 had new telescoping steering linkage built at a drive line shop, I still need hoses to the pump.
Chevy 350 4 speed and np205 transfercase
1990 toyota pickup rear end installed and turned and drive lines rebuilt still need shocks and shock mounts
Front double long travel shocks and hoop installed, factory shock mount taken off.
Pictures soon
Current Equipment
Rust: lots of it
Frame is in good condition
Still Fixing a homemade spring over lift
Installed High steer New drag link and a few other parts.
Installed Power steering box from a 97 F-250 had new telescoping steering linkage built at a drive line shop, I still need hoses to the pump.
Chevy 350 4 speed and np205 transfercase
1990 toyota pickup rear end installed and turned and drive lines rebuilt still need shocks and shock mounts
Front double long travel shocks and hoop installed, factory shock mount taken off.
Owner: Eli Perry
Located: Boise, ID
Year: 1979
VIN: FJ55104094
Found my Pig in a field in Central Idaho, hasn't run for 3-4 years. I was in the process of buying a fixer upper house when I spotted this pig, so the timing wasn't ideal to buy this piggie, but couldn't resist. I haven't had the resources or time to do anything to it yet, but planning on swapping a 5.3 Vortec into it, making this my do-all rig for fishing, camping, dial driver, etc.
Has stock AC and PS, although I still don't know what worls and what doesn't. Standard rust, probabaly cut out the rockers and replace with square tubing, PS rear corner needs some work too, but other than that, not bad body-wise.
Located: Boise, ID
Year: 1979
VIN: FJ55104094
Found my Pig in a field in Central Idaho, hasn't run for 3-4 years. I was in the process of buying a fixer upper house when I spotted this pig, so the timing wasn't ideal to buy this piggie, but couldn't resist. I haven't had the resources or time to do anything to it yet, but planning on swapping a 5.3 Vortec into it, making this my do-all rig for fishing, camping, dial driver, etc.
Has stock AC and PS, although I still don't know what worls and what doesn't. Standard rust, probabaly cut out the rockers and replace with square tubing, PS rear corner needs some work too, but other than that, not bad body-wise.
Vince Bell
Inman, South Carolina
Year: 1974 FJ55
Vin: I will update, at work right now.
MODS: She has a 2F Engine under her hood.
Just purchased her on Friday. So I have not had alot of time to look over, and process all what I need or will do. She has not run in about 3 years, so that is my first fix. The battery is no good, but, the rear window works, all lights, brake lights, turn signals, she will turn over, but the gas cable is unhooked. Clutch does not work, unsure of what is broken. I will update with photos and information.
Inman, South Carolina
Year: 1974 FJ55
Vin: I will update, at work right now.
MODS: She has a 2F Engine under her hood.
Just purchased her on Friday. So I have not had alot of time to look over, and process all what I need or will do. She has not run in about 3 years, so that is my first fix. The battery is no good, but, the rear window works, all lights, brake lights, turn signals, she will turn over, but the gas cable is unhooked. Clutch does not work, unsure of what is broken. I will update with photos and information.
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1978 fj55
This little piggy came to market in Alaska via Washington State in 2003 after a fair restore attempt by a not so interested owner. Mostly original except for some missing Smog controls. I m in the process of dolling her up with parts from used 55 s and what s available from the dealership.
Best regards to all piggies.
This little piggy came to market in Alaska via Washington State in 2003 after a fair restore attempt by a not so interested owner. Mostly original except for some missing Smog controls. I m in the process of dolling her up with parts from used 55 s and what s available from the dealership.
Best regards to all piggies.
cruiser_guy
Out of Africa / North Africa
Guatemala City, Guatemala, Central America
or
Cranbrook, B.C., Canada
1976 FJ55
FJ5559423
Mods: turbocharged 3B diesel, H41 low range four speed, three speed transfer case 3.70 gears, 2 1/2" lift 33x9.5x15 BFG MT's, factory PTO winch, 50 gal. long range tank, modified factory A/C, Second Skin sound deadener under OEM rubber mat under carpet, dark window tint (for security and solar control), dual nationality (Canadian/Guatemalan)!!!
Build thread https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj55-iron-...972-september-potm-cruiser-guy-guatemala.html
Plans: return interior to complete stock (on the lookout for good interior vinyl door panels for front doors), rebuild steering box and replace TRE's, drag link and steering stabilizer (done '08), rear tire carrier (I got to put it somewhere)
Community plans: brass replacement rear window gear (done '07, no plans for another run), OEM style scuff/sill plates in aluminum (done '09, no plans for second run), long range tanks, repro fenders, quarter panels.
Here's a few photos: as we first got it in British Columbia, on the California coastline, as it now stands in Guatemala City, Guatemala
or
Cranbrook, B.C., Canada
1976 FJ55
FJ5559423
Mods: turbocharged 3B diesel, H41 low range four speed, three speed transfer case 3.70 gears, 2 1/2" lift 33x9.5x15 BFG MT's, factory PTO winch, 50 gal. long range tank, modified factory A/C, Second Skin sound deadener under OEM rubber mat under carpet, dark window tint (for security and solar control), dual nationality (Canadian/Guatemalan)!!!
Build thread https://forum.ih8mud.com/fj55-iron-...972-september-potm-cruiser-guy-guatemala.html
Plans: return interior to complete stock (on the lookout for good interior vinyl door panels for front doors), rebuild steering box and replace TRE's, drag link and steering stabilizer (done '08), rear tire carrier (I got to put it somewhere)
Community plans: brass replacement rear window gear (done '07, no plans for another run), OEM style scuff/sill plates in aluminum (done '09, no plans for second run), long range tanks, repro fenders, quarter panels.
Here's a few photos: as we first got it in British Columbia, on the California coastline, as it now stands in Guatemala City, Guatemala
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- Joined
- May 8, 2008
- Threads
- 12
- Messages
- 122
- Location
- Meridian, Idaho (near Boise)
- Website
- www.billdavisconstruction.com
I just posted a picture gallery to see the body work happening.
https://forum.ih8mud.com/members/rusty55-albums-1976-fj55.html
https://forum.ih8mud.com/members/rusty55-albums-1976-fj55.html
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Newbie...sorta...not really though...
Name: Will Adams
Location: St Augustine Fl.
Year: 1973
VIN: ? Its raining....
Email: bigwillse@aol.com
Mods: currently 350 chevy, crower cam, head work, edelbrock intake, holley carb, HEI, headers. Stock 4 speed and tcase with hays clutch. no lift...yet....32 BFG all terrains.
Future mods: engine freshening, SOA, 4" roughcountry springs, anti flip shackles, 39"s? a/c....its Fl it gets hot here...
currently in tear down stage!
Name: Will Adams
Location: St Augustine Fl.
Year: 1973
VIN: ? Its raining....
Email: bigwillse@aol.com
Mods: currently 350 chevy, crower cam, head work, edelbrock intake, holley carb, HEI, headers. Stock 4 speed and tcase with hays clutch. no lift...yet....32 BFG all terrains.
Future mods: engine freshening, SOA, 4" roughcountry springs, anti flip shackles, 39"s? a/c....its Fl it gets hot here...
currently in tear down stage!
Seth Kent
1973
fj5538351
Denver, CO
sethkent (at) mac (dot) com
Rocker pannels cut off. Headliner torn out. Thinking about pulling the doors of as they barely work anyway. Very good running FrankenF with headers. 3 on the floor.
1973
fj5538351
Denver, CO
sethkent (at) mac (dot) com
Rocker pannels cut off. Headliner torn out. Thinking about pulling the doors of as they barely work anyway. Very good running FrankenF with headers. 3 on the floor.
1977 FJ55
VIN FJ5569533
99.9% stock (all but wheels)
Australian, RH drive
ambi doors
Gainesville, FL
Dwsmith@ufl.edu
VIN FJ5569533
99.9% stock (all but wheels)
Australian, RH drive
ambi doors
Gainesville, FL
Dwsmith@ufl.edu
