My 77 FJ40 Build

[davegonz]

Here we go.

https://forum.ih8mud.com/index.php?threads/181174/

 

[davegonz]

Pics from that thread.

 

[cruiseroutfit]

Mystery solved

 

[davegonz]

The bracket is close, but is missing the Downey casting marks.

 

[Redgrrr]

Nice project Dave, thats some good progress you've made quickly!

I just removed more pins and shackles from my other 40.

Gonna send you out a spare shackle and pin in the morning.

Cheers!

 

[davegonz]

Thanks Edgar.

 

[davegonz]

New wheels and tires on. I kinda like them. I might get a different set of tires for the stock steel rims.

 

[meatloaf]

They look nice Dave, these would look nice with the grey metallic color...

 

[cruisermatt]

So those are just placeholder because the tire place wouldn't mount them on stock wheels?

 

[davegonz]

Maybe...They gave them to me for free and I kinda dig them.

 

[davegonz]

The Cruiser Corps fenders came in today (free shipping). The freaking box was huuuge.

 

[gwalt584]

Dave,
Nice score on the 40. great looking parts. Progress is always slower than you want. but all looks great.
Take care, I'll be watching your progress.
Gary

 

[davegonz]

Thanks Gary. I hope your 40/80 project is going well.

 

[gwalt584]

Thanks Dave,
Lee told me the story of you finding this 40. Great story, I'd offer to buy it from you as is, but I think your life would be in danger!
LOL!
The 40/80 project is waiting on the body. it is supposed to be finished and shipped from Aqualu this week.
The frame I got from Jason was in great shape. I've rebuilt the axles and put locking hubs on the front.

Well, Take care and let me know if I can help with anything.
Gary

 

[davegonz]

Quick update. Got a new Kyosan fuel pump (thanks @ranma21) installed, finished with the brake lines, and installed a new mini truck power steering bracket (thanks Georg @orangefj45) .

 

[DPV7070]

The Cruiser Corps fenders came in today (free shipping). The freaking box was huuuge.

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How is the quality of their brand with respect to fit, metal gauge, etc?

 

[ranma21]

Quick update. Got a new Kyosan fuel pump (thanks @ranma) installed, finished with the brake lines, and installed a new mini truck power steering bracket (thanks Georg @orange45) .

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You are welcome Dave, appreciate your business too.

 

[davegonz]

How is the quality of their brand with respect to fit, metal gauge, etc?

They're still wrapped up, but from what I hear from others, they should be fine. I'll post pics pics once I get the tub painted.

 

[gwalt584]

Dude,
you must get the crude washed off the oil pressure sending unit. it spoils the new fuel pump look!
LOL
Gary

 

[davegonz]

I put it there to remind me to order one. LOL!