Build Louie - 1973 FJ40 - A OEM work in Progress
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FJ40Savvy
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Added more signs to the workshop wall. I found a local guy that creates the Toyota signs and I asked if he could also create the Authorized Parts and Service sign. Here are the results.
Installed the City Racer Vader light with the OEM switch and I purchased last fall. I still need to complete the wiring.
Installed the City Racer Vader light with the OEM switch and I purchased last fall. I still need to complete the wiring.
FJ40Savvy
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Finally got around to printing the wiper cover in black. Designed the early version this summer. There is a small lip on the cover that connects to the contact plate. I need to design and print the one with the mounting holes. The prototype stayed in place all summer however, I would say that it was really not heat tested. It wasn't a really warm summer here. I would considering selling them, if there is enough interest.
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Awesome poster but they'll still ask about your Jeep.
In the US, it would have to be approved by Underwriters Laboratory which it isn't as of what I can find. It also means that it is not approved by the FAA or for sale or use in many states, even though it is approved apparently in Canada and many Euopean countries.
FJ40Savvy
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You are right certification is an issue. It is not CSA approved for Canada. I looked at these to use as replacements in company vehicles but without the proper approvals it was not possible to use. There is a US website that sells these in the states. Here is the current information on approvals from their website. Regardless of the certifications, I think it is a good option for personal vehicles where it is not regulated requirement.
Don't get me wrong, I like them too. I've just been waiting for them to be approved. Until then I still have a few Halon extinguishers that are no longer approved but don't need to be cleaned up after using them.
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Well another 6 inches of snow today so will have wait until spring comes again. In the meantime continued to install winter parts purchases.
Replaced the interior door handles with a set of SOR handles. A bit of process to do the replacement. Wanted to replace them because the inside handles were really loose and the plastic handle was either missing or cracked. During the replacement, realized the outside door handle was also loose and didn't fit will in the door opening. I designed and 3d printed a grommet to deal with the fit issue. Two less rattles in the Louie now., many more to go!
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After
SOR handles are the wrong color so had to take them apart, sand and paint them to match my model year.
3D Print Door Handle Grommet
Here is a video of the before and after the handle replacement.
Replaced the interior door handles with a set of SOR handles. A bit of process to do the replacement. Wanted to replace them because the inside handles were really loose and the plastic handle was either missing or cracked. During the replacement, realized the outside door handle was also loose and didn't fit will in the door opening. I designed and 3d printed a grommet to deal with the fit issue. Two less rattles in the Louie now., many more to go!
Before
After
SOR handles are the wrong color so had to take them apart, sand and paint them to match my model year.
3D Print Door Handle Grommet
Here is a video of the before and after the handle replacement.
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Beautiful work. I need to do both of these projects. My inside handle is as loose as yours was and boy are they loud!
Green Bean
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@FJ40Savvy Thank you for sharing the CAD file for the door handle grommets. Our son 3d printed a batch for us and they turned out great and fit perfectly.
Wish I had a 3D printer! So cool.
Taking orders?!?
FJ40Savvy
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I can print some for you. However just so you know shipping to the US from Canadian is crazy expensive. There is a minimum shipping charge. The wiper contact I have for sale costs approximately $10 for shipping which is almost 1/2 half of what I charging for the part. I would expect these to be the same. Let me know.
Still cheaper than buying a 3d printer I don't need. Will reach out when I'm ready. Thanks!
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Over the winter, I replaced the painted hardware with new hardware from Overland. Good kit however short on the ratio to bolts to washers and had to buy some more washer. They were imperial. I won't tell if you don't. 
. Replaced the rear seat belt bolts as well and they are imperial threads from the factory not metric. 7/16" UNF
There are more fasteners to replace however that is a winter project. It is the little things.
. Replaced the rear seat belt bolts as well and they are imperial threads from the factory not metric. 7/16" UNFThere are more fasteners to replace however that is a winter project. It is the little things.