timmbuck2
SILVER Star
Yeah, still not quite over losing a 1964 red FJ40 that was stolen, but I am hoping this 1972 Blue FJ40 will help ease the sting. 
Picked this up from a club member: For Sale - 1971 FJ40 (original drivetrain/running gear) - https://risingsun4x4club.org/xf/threads/1971-fj40-original-drivetrain-running-gear.34183/
From the ad:
What I've done so far:
- I removed the gnarly wheel/tire set up the prior owner had on it (Bald 35" mud tires and 12.5 wide wheels) and put on a brand new set of 5 mud tires I had here at the house.
- I removed the non factory seats that appeared to be out of a 280zx and threw in some sport buckets from Jegs.
- Installed a reproduction rear view mirror.
- Swapped out the plugs/ wires.
- Swapped out the cheap fuel filter with an OEM unit.
- Installed a full soft top kit with full soft doors (zipper windows).
- Just because we all hate the diamond plate and I just had to know, I removed the drivers side to check for rust (there wasn't any) and then reinstalled it. I believe the prior owner did a TON of rust mitigation, possibly a re-tub.
What does it need:
- Turn signals are hit or miss
- Brake booster has a vacuum leak (hissing noise while the brake is not being depressed) but the brakes work fine.
- Transfer case output shaft seal is leaking onto the parking brake drum and the shoes are soaked. Parking brake will not function due to this.
- It does NOT like to start below 50 degrees for some reason (Carb?) but the choke cable is not installed to the throttle body. I have a video from 3 days ago when it was 55 degrees out and she fires RIGHT UP!
- The drivers fender met a rock wall with the prior owner so that should be addressed if it bothers you.
Zepp helpfully pointed out that "The valve cover is from a 2F. Looks like a Weber carb? Webers don't have a manually operated choke, they have an electric choke that opens as it warms up." Not sure if that explains the hard starting, but probably a good place to start!
I ordered new front turn signals as the ones included had the bulbs and wires missing and were in not great shape. Also ordered a new front bumper. It is kinda cool to order brand new factory parts for a 50+ year old truck!
Once I get the turn signals sorted out, I think priority one is to figure out the brake master hissing sound. Brakes work great (but pull to the right so prob need some adjustments) and there seems to be no correlation between the hiss and the brakes, other than the hiss usually goes away when brakes are applied.
Second is to lower the driver's seat!!! Seems to be higher than usual, plus the seats are tall, leaving me almost no room for my not insignificant legs, and I am left staring at the top of the windshield frame.
Taking the soft top off asap (I hate the Jeep style) and putting a bikini top on. Love to find a hard top. Hard doors are in decent shape.
Want to remove the diamond plate if it is clean underneath. It looks clean, but there isn't a lip on the bottom so not sure what they used to patch it. I will post pics when I get home after vacation.
The lift seems to be Rancho shocks and maybe Skyjacker leafs? A good 4 inch lift. Damn rough ride for sure, looking to replace it with something less bouncy. I have driven 40's before, this is just a little too much.
In no particular order, disc brakes, power steering, hard top, fix ride issues/lift, bigger tires if the lift stays. 4 speed! Although there is an H55F with FJ40 tcase on FB marketplace....
Comments, insults, etc all welcome! With just a little work I can make it to a 40's only run again!!
Picked this up from a club member: For Sale - 1971 FJ40 (original drivetrain/running gear) - https://risingsun4x4club.org/xf/threads/1971-fj40-original-drivetrain-running-gear.34183/
From the ad:
What I've done so far:
- I removed the gnarly wheel/tire set up the prior owner had on it (Bald 35" mud tires and 12.5 wide wheels) and put on a brand new set of 5 mud tires I had here at the house.
- I removed the non factory seats that appeared to be out of a 280zx and threw in some sport buckets from Jegs.
- Installed a reproduction rear view mirror.
- Swapped out the plugs/ wires.
- Swapped out the cheap fuel filter with an OEM unit.
- Installed a full soft top kit with full soft doors (zipper windows).
- Just because we all hate the diamond plate and I just had to know, I removed the drivers side to check for rust (there wasn't any) and then reinstalled it. I believe the prior owner did a TON of rust mitigation, possibly a re-tub.
What does it need:
- Turn signals are hit or miss
- Brake booster has a vacuum leak (hissing noise while the brake is not being depressed) but the brakes work fine.
- Transfer case output shaft seal is leaking onto the parking brake drum and the shoes are soaked. Parking brake will not function due to this.
- It does NOT like to start below 50 degrees for some reason (Carb?) but the choke cable is not installed to the throttle body. I have a video from 3 days ago when it was 55 degrees out and she fires RIGHT UP!
- The drivers fender met a rock wall with the prior owner so that should be addressed if it bothers you.
Zepp helpfully pointed out that "The valve cover is from a 2F. Looks like a Weber carb? Webers don't have a manually operated choke, they have an electric choke that opens as it warms up." Not sure if that explains the hard starting, but probably a good place to start!
I ordered new front turn signals as the ones included had the bulbs and wires missing and were in not great shape. Also ordered a new front bumper. It is kinda cool to order brand new factory parts for a 50+ year old truck!
Once I get the turn signals sorted out, I think priority one is to figure out the brake master hissing sound. Brakes work great (but pull to the right so prob need some adjustments) and there seems to be no correlation between the hiss and the brakes, other than the hiss usually goes away when brakes are applied.
Second is to lower the driver's seat!!! Seems to be higher than usual, plus the seats are tall, leaving me almost no room for my not insignificant legs, and I am left staring at the top of the windshield frame.
Taking the soft top off asap (I hate the Jeep style) and putting a bikini top on. Love to find a hard top. Hard doors are in decent shape.
Want to remove the diamond plate if it is clean underneath. It looks clean, but there isn't a lip on the bottom so not sure what they used to patch it. I will post pics when I get home after vacation.
The lift seems to be Rancho shocks and maybe Skyjacker leafs? A good 4 inch lift. Damn rough ride for sure, looking to replace it with something less bouncy. I have driven 40's before, this is just a little too much.
In no particular order, disc brakes, power steering, hard top, fix ride issues/lift, bigger tires if the lift stays. 4 speed! Although there is an H55F with FJ40 tcase on FB marketplace....
Comments, insults, etc all welcome! With just a little work I can make it to a 40's only run again!!
