After months and months of searching, I am finally taking possession of a 1HDFT with 151 5 speed half cut that has been sitting for a few years. I have two key decisions to make and would love advice from the forum:
1) Currently own 1986 FJ60 in perfect condition, fully restored, perfect mechanical, bells and whistles, no rust, full wagongeared, new interior, new head, A/C, etc. Do I sell my 60 and take my time to find a low mileage 1997 Fzj80 that it will drop into or do I cut/fab this in the FJ60 and find a H55 with proper bell housing/shaft/clutch?
2) If I go the fzj80 route....do I dare sell the 60? Its killing me to think about letting it go but I could probably get what I need for the 80. Guess I'd be open to trades.
Any thoughts/advice/opinions welcomed.
Thanks,
D
1) Currently own 1986 FJ60 in perfect condition, fully restored, perfect mechanical, bells and whistles, no rust, full wagongeared, new interior, new head, A/C, etc. Do I sell my 60 and take my time to find a low mileage 1997 Fzj80 that it will drop into or do I cut/fab this in the FJ60 and find a H55 with proper bell housing/shaft/clutch?
2) If I go the fzj80 route....do I dare sell the 60? Its killing me to think about letting it go but I could probably get what I need for the 80. Guess I'd be open to trades.
Any thoughts/advice/opinions welcomed.
Thanks,
D