Hello all! My name's Mike and I'm also a cruiser addict. I live in Gilbert and own a 1978 FJ40 @ 74000 miles. Been a Toyota junky since I can remember. Also own a 97 Tacoma Xtra Cab 4x4 as the daily driver.
It's my second FJ40... Got it nice and stock from Flagstaff in July with just a little rust on the rear door. The first one lived on jackstands in my garage until I was fully frustrated with the mechanical and rust issues. I can fix most anything, but this was well beyond my ability. Finally, I dumped it and started over.
I have yet to take the new 40 out. Just finished lift/tires/interior clean out/herculiner. New baby kind of slowed things down a bit... Anyhow, I've been on most of the local trails with one of my buddy's in his CJ7. Coke Ovens, Martinez Mine, Sunflower Mine, Reno Pass, Montana Mt, Crown King backroad, etc. Always looking for an excuse to get out 4x4ing, camping, fishing, or Mt biking.
I'm in for the next Happy Hour... Maybe Four Peaks Brewery (best Hefewiezen in town) or Papago Brewing company...