Builds My 1965 FJ45 LWB (3 Viewers)

[Michael B]

Thanks! I have a friend with a 65' that needs lenses.

 

[kunzma]

76 FJ40, Spector still has the red/yellow lenses in their 45 section like cppilot said.

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Cruiser Outfitters has them also.

 

[Michael B]

I will inform him thusly. Thanks guys!

 

[kunzma]

Started on the wiring. Stripped off the outer tape. Found most all of the wires are in good shape. Just a few loose connectors that need to be replaced and two wires that I don't know what they power.

 

[kunzma]

The harness for the wipers had a Sumitomo 1965 vinyl tag still attached. Pretty cool.

 

[kunzma]

Does anybody have a good picture of how this foam gasket is installed?

 

[Michael B]

On 40's it installs like this with the top gasket laid over it. The gasket comes up short on 40's.

 

[Michael B]

But installed mine like this because that is where the air leak would be on my 45.

 

[kunzma]

Thanks for the pictures! Looked all over the forums trying to locate any pictures.

 

[Michael B]

Been there, done that brother!

 

[cruiserkreutz]

Where did you get the rear turn signal assemblies?

Kurt @cruiseroutfit carries them as well. They are awesome reproductions!

 

[Michael B]

I bought mine on eBay.

 

[Michael B]

My bad kreutz. I thought you were talking about my tail lights not kunzma's.

 

[cruiserkreutz]

Where did you get these rear reflectors? They look very close to the unobtainable OEM units.

 

[cruiserkreutz]

Whomever is doing your bodywork is doing a great job! I wish I was closer to where you live, I'd have them do my '45.

 

[FJ40 MATT]

Great job Matt, truck looks great

 

[kunzma]

Thanks guys! Matt, the roof you sold me looks really good. It's ready to drop on the tub when that gets done.

I got the camshaft back and it only cost $100 to have three lobes redone and to go thru their whole process. The engine work should start to move forward again.

 

[kunzma]

The rear reflectors (Grote 4023) were purchased on Ebay for a little over $8 for the pair with free shipping. They are an american brand that hasn't changed design in 50 years. I've seen them in pics on 45's and they fit perfectly. I think that some of the dealers were installing them once the trucks arrived from Japan, but I don't know that for sure.

 

[kunzma]

Sorted out the wiring and rewrapped it. Disconnected the fuse block and soaked it in vinegar for an hour. Then hit it with a toothbrush, the dremel tool, and sandpaper to remove the paint and corrosion.

 

[kunzma]

Poser fitted the 2F engine and H55 transmission. The shifter needs to be straightened and the twin sticks need to be bent to the left. Looks like a tight fit but will work without a body lift.