Hodakaguy's FJ40 Thread (1 Viewer)

[greenEFSI]

Thanks Mate, really appreciate the offer. I did manage to locate one, a little rusty but I'm currently working on cleaning it up for repaint.

Even came with a vintage filter lol

Thanks again!!

Hodakaguy

I used black steelit paint, city racer decal and new nos clamps from @ToyotaMatt on my air cleaner refresh

 

[Hodakaguy]

Did you do the shackle reversal?

No reversal, just the Hell For Stout shackles.

Hodakaguy

 

[Hodakaguy]

That thing is looking great on the new wheels and tires!

Thanks mate!

Hodakaguy

 

[Hodakaguy]

I used black steelit paint, city racer decal and new nos clamps from @ToyotaMatt on my air cleaner refresh

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That looks Sooooooooooo nice! Nice job and thanks for the info!

Hodakaguy

 

[Hodakaguy]

A few more items out of the way.

Time to replace the TOYOTA emblem on the front bezel, the previous owner spray painted the whole thing silver and it just doesn't look right. I ordered a correct OEM replacement badge to swap it out with.

The silver badge.

New vs Old.

I was able to loosen one side of the bezel which allowed my skinny arms to reach back behind the badge and remove the two nuts securing it in place.

Yep....that's better! I know....I still need to get the HF Winch off the rig and get a mechanical or 8274 on in it's place. On the list!

Cleaned and checked the plugs. Plugs looked good and they all were fairly close to spec on gap, .050" for the DUI distributor.

Setting valves.

Exhaust valves were all very close, just a tad loose. The intake valves were quite a bit on the loose side. I brought all the valves back into Toyota spec (Hot clearance specs).

Earlier this week I was in Salt Lake City UT and had a chance to stop by the Landcruiser Heritage Museum.....Amazing place! If your into Landcruisers this is a must see! I took a TON of pictures, way to many to put into my 40 thread here.

* I posted the rest of the pictures on a separate thread here if you'd like to see the collection: LandCruiser Heritage Museum - A visit in pictures. - https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/landcruiser-heritage-museum-a-visit-in-pictures.1724057/

A few teaser pics of the Museum.

Hodakaguy

 

[greenEFSI]

Fitting your hand in there to replace that front emblem must have been tricky lol. Are you adjusting the valves and checking spark plugs as routine maintenance or is it having issues running?

 

[LongPlay]

Did you do the shackle reversal?

Thanks man - looking good!

 

[Hodakaguy]

Fitting your hand in there to replace that front emblem must have been tricky lol. Are you adjusting the valves and checking spark plugs as routine maintenance or is it having issues running?

I was just adjusting valves as routine maint, making sure they were all set correct. The engine runs great when warm, misses a tad when cold. Engine is low on compression. I'll eventually pull the engine and do a complete overhaul so everything is like new again.

Hodakaguy

 

[Hodakaguy]

More Details.....

When I purchased my 40 the rear view mirror was an aftermarket unit that is made from cheap plastic. The mirror vibrates while driving distorting the view and looks like a cheap plastic. A bit of internet sleuthing shows that you can still get the correct OEM Toyota metal units so I ordered one up from a Ebay vendor for $55. With the mirror in hand it's time to install.

New mirror ready for install. Looks great!

The aftermarket plastic mirror. This mirror uses bolts to hold it in place instead of spring clips like the OEM unit. The OEM unit has a much cleaner look.

Side by side.

Installing the new mirror base bracket. I used a bit of Loctite 243 on the threads to attach the mirror base to the windshield frame. The new mirror does not come with the required screws so you need to pick them up separately from your favorite local supply store.

Once the base is installed you can snap the new mirror arm onto the base. The fit is tight. I removed the mirror from the arm so it wouldn't get damaged, installed the arm by pressing and working the arm back and forth, then re-installed the mirror on the arm. Looks waaaay better!

Hodakaguy

 

[TLCHopII]

Hodakaguy,
How did you order your 16" wheels from the Japanese vendor? Their website ordering process seems to be geared towards the domestic Japanese market only

 

[RevISK]

Hodakaguy,
How did you order your 16" wheels from the Japanese vendor? Their website ordering process seems to be geared towards the domestic Japanese market only

16" Wheels / Rims for Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 FJ55 FJ60

Reproduction 16" wheels for Toyota Land Cruiser 40 / 55 / 60 Series, with clips! Accommodates OEM chrome hubcaps. Stunning OEM level quality. Modern construction. Welded not riveted. Non split rim. Cruise at 70 mph in safety and comfort all day long. Comes powder coated in gray or black...

www.cityracerllc.com

 

[TLCHopII]

16" Wheels / Rims for Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 FJ55 FJ60

Reproduction 16" wheels for Toyota Land Cruiser 40 / 55 / 60 Series, with clips! Accommodates OEM chrome hubcaps. Stunning OEM level quality. Modern construction. Welded not riveted. Non split rim. Cruise at 70 mph in safety and comfort all day long. Comes powder coated in gray or black...

www.cityracerllc.com

Thank you very much
Apologies for the out of sequence question.