Builds Helga: 1966 FJ40 FST (6 Viewers)

[middlecalf]

When you get the dual carbs on we’ll have a race to see how much the header adds over the dually setup .

 

[red66toy]

When you get the dual carbs on we’ll have a race to see how much the header adds over the dually setup .

Please have this happen. Slowest and best race off the line ever .

 

[KennyBob]

A little progress to report. Got around to removing the spacer from the fan to move it back away from the radiator. Looks a lot more correct. As such, I’ve got the spacer and bolts from City Racer for sale.

Fan Spacer for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 Fj55

Billet aluminum fan spacer for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40, FJ45, FJ55. Corresponds to OEM part # 16365-60030. Discontinued by Toyota. Applications: Original equipment on 9/'72 to 12/'74 F40, FJ45, FJ55 You can upgrade an original metal fan to a plastic fan by using this spacer with this fan. See...

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Stainless Fan Spacer Bolt Kit for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 Fj55

Set of 4 stainless bolts and lock washers for use with fan spacer and 6 blade plastic fan. If you're converting a metal fan to a plastic fan using our fan spacer, these bolts provide the proper length for your new setup. Refer to the fan spacer page for additional information.

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[KennyBob]

Also got to play with the header today. Got the O2 sensor bung welded in. Don’t look at my s***ty welds.

Thought it would be cool to go classic hot rod and paint the header white. Hit it with primer first just so I can pretend to be fancy.

Of course I had to do a test fit and of course I ruined my pretty white paint. Because I can’t have anything nice.

Here we go!

 

[KennyBob]

In progress:

Reinstalled these rings. No idea if they’re necessary with the Remflex gasket, but better safe than sorry.

Remflex P/N: 7026
Had to call to get the correct heat riser gasket back when I didn’t have the header.

 

[KennyBob]

And done! Pretty happy with it so far. Took the opportunity to weld up some holes in the exhaust while I had it off for the flange. No leaks! Feels good to check that off finally.

 

[KennyBob]

Well, my friends… she is gone from my life. I’ve sold many cars in my life, but this one is a doozy. I know I’ll regret it, but it was the best decision with the information I have. Farewell my friend.

 

[wngrog]

Congrats and sorry at the same time. Great work on it

 

[KennyBob]

Congrats and sorry at the same time. Great work on it

Thank you my friend. Definitely more bitter than sweet.

 

[77mustard40]

Hang in there Kenny, think of the doors that old truck opened for you. Those doors will always be open and life will someday introduce a new opportunity at a better time in your life, and you will embrace the new challenge

 

[KennyBob]

Hang in there Kenny, think of the doors that old truck opened for you. Those doors will always be open and life will someday introduce a new opportunity at a better time in your life, and you will embrace the new challenge

Thanks Kelly. I appreciate your kind words.

 

[patride71]

Well, my friends… she is gone from my life. I’ve sold many cars in my life, but this one is a doozy. I know I’ll regret it, but it was the best decision with the information I have. Farewell my friend.

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Dude! I didn't see this coming, but yeah I've been there a few times. Onward!

 

[KennyBob]

Well, that’s pretty cool.

 

[davegonz]

It's just a truck.

 

[KennyBob]

It's just a truck.

It's more than meets the eye.

 

[onemanarmy]

what was this "with the information I have"

blown engine?

 

[KennyBob]

what was this "with the information I have"

blown engine?

No the truck was great. I was unemployed and had been for a while. I didn't have any idea when I'd land another job.

 

[onemanarmy]

dang. that sucks. been there.

back in the saddle soon!

 

[KennyBob]

dang. that sucks. been there.

back in the saddle soon!

yessir. Start work on the 11th after moving the fam to Durango and going to SAS.