Looking for 76-78 FJ40

Location

United States

Looking for FJ40

Howdy.

I don't know much about 40s yet, but know a few things I'm looking for. Not looking for a hard core rig really but something I could drive into work (30 mi) about once a week. Fairly mechanically inclined but lack time and $$ for a restoration now. I travel to Colorado and far West Texas often so would like a rig that is very trail capable and up for the trip if I get that itch.

Things I'm looking for:

Little to no rust
power steering
disk brakes
hard top
winch
tires with some bite left
strong engine
good paint
lift
and whatever else...


I'm in Austin Texas and am willing to travel most anywhere for a quality rig. It'll be my first one and I want it to be solid.



Oh yeah, and I have around $8-10K to spend. Let me know if what I'm asking for and my price are out of line...

Many thanks

 

[tglaser]

Jsaltlick- I was seriously looking at driving up to Mass for that 40, but I'd rather wait and see you have it.










Hurry up and sell your pig!!!

 

[jvanhove]

How About No Rust - Aqualu Body

This may be what you want. If it were a recipe . . . just add locker and go.

Here's my rig . . .

http://vancouver.craigslist.org/car/419541701.html

I know I'm far away but it's a really, really nice rig. Has '76 front axle with disc conversion too.

Regards from the Great White North,

Justin

Rebuilt 8274-50 winch and extra tranny/transfer could go with her

 

[tglaser]

Yep. I'm still at it. I have found the Holy Grail, my salt shaker and my marbles but not the Cruiser I am looking for.

Refined my search a little more...just look at the first post and see the progression. A sign I can still learn new tricks.

The title says I'm looking for a 76-78. Now I'm looking for a 66-76. Not looking for a show rig, a small amount of rust is ok - really just need something for the ranch. Must be capable of long hauls so the drive train needs to be in good shape...and I'd like a hard top but it's not a deal breaker at this point. I'm more interested in the small things that cost an arm and a leg when bought seperately. Functioning winch, aux lights, aux fuel tank, lockers, etc.


If there are questions - feel free to ask away. PM me or email me at tglaser2 at gmail.com

Tom

 

[tglaser]

BTT

 

[tglaser]

Please disregard. See here. https://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=187315


Super advice here on this board. Hopefully I'll be able to pass some along one day. Can't wait to get dirty!