My First Date (1 Viewer)

[Kirkwood123]

Here is the photo taken on my first date with my newest hobby an all original 1970 FJ40. I am new you your site and to the Toyota world, looking forward to getting started. My 13 son and my first co-op rebuild. Any information of the original engine spec's would be welcome.

 

[Krondor]

Welcome! First things first. Flit that bezzle!!!

 

[Zjohnsonua]

Welcome to the madness. I didn't think it would take long for a bezel comment to chime in haha. Since you're new, you probably don't know, but it's upside down. The wide side should be at the top, this is because some years had a "LAND CRUISER" badge there. Not sure about your model.

I recommend spending some seat team in front of the screen and soak all the info in. You've come to the right place. Read on, and search away.

Cheers

 

[Kirkwood123]

Thanks to Krondor and Zjohnsonua, I don't get embarrassed easily about my appearance but my 13 year old partner will be on it.

 

[Geezer Cruzzer]

Welcome to the madness. Let's see a close up of that hood ornament.

 

[1969FJ]

What is the frame number ?

 

[Kirkwood123]

FJ4073549

 

[1969FJ]

That number actually puts it at 3-69 to 9-69 production range. Since it was close to the later part, perhaps sold as a 1970.

 

[Kirkwood123]

your correct, the production date is stamped as 9/69.

 

[brian]

an all original 1970 FJ40.

it's been repainted..so not quite "all".

 

[Kirkwood123]

You are correct, as well *brian, we noticed the paint job. Tough crowd here on the IH8MUD form, just a nubbie excited about a new project. We will post photos as we move forward. We still would like any specifications, or info or any place to find this info on the F series engine, we are planning on rebuilding the parts that are original.

 

[Jdc1]

You are correct, as well *brian, we noticed the paint job. Tough crowd here on the IH8MUD form, just a nubbie excited about a new project. We will post photos as we move forward. We still would like any specifications, or info or any place to find this info on the F series engine, we are planning on rebuilding the parts that are original.

Great looking truck. Some of the guys around here are a little rough around the edges but they mean well. Most FNGs make the mistake of getting offended and leave a valuable resource. Welcome, I look forward to seeing what you do to it.

 

[Kirkwood123]

Thank you for the welcome Jdc1, we wont be leaving. We have already getting great tips on side bar conversations. Lots to learn.

 

[airon23]

Very nice looking rig @Kirkwood123! I know exactly where you bought this from here in Reno. Welcome to this site it is a wealth of information. Been on here for years with different FJ40s and FJ60 come and gone. This one looked real nice. Almost stopped whenever I took my daughter to ballet just to look at it, but I wasn't planning to buy so I never did. I have a 76 FJ40 myself right now. Lastly there is a club section of guys here for the Battle Born Cruisers of Northern Nevada...

North American Clubhouses - West Region

for those near the Pacific Ocean

forum.ih8mud.com

They make pretty regular runs and activities if that is your thing. Check it out and maybe you can make it to a meeting sometime.

 

[Kirkwood123]

Airon23 it is good to know there is a support group for my problem right here in town. I am a Bonneville guy, so my wife is considering this a new disease.

 

[65swb45]

Airon23 it is good to know there is a support group for my problem right here in town. I am a Bonneville guy, so my wife is considering this a new disease.

IOW, you already have MVS.








Multiple Vehicle Syndrome!

 

[cruiserkev]

Nice FJ40 and good luck with the rebuild. Interesting hood ornament too, I think it's from an old Buick.

 

[Tancruiser]

Looks like it’s already done to me , l would wheel that baby.

 

[emac]

Welcome, great crowd here and tons of info when you search. Before you buy stuff or start to tear into something search on here first. It has all been done before.

You should be able to get an engine repair manual that has all the specs. I did a quick google search and found this link. That was the first one I saw, so I cant say if there is a better price or free download somewhere else.

68-74 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 45 55 F Engine Repair Manual

F Engine Repair Manual 68-74 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 FJ45 FJ55 Reprint

www.fjparts.com

 

[igotta40]

Congratulations, that’s a nice Land Cruiser! The 145 printed on the engine implies the rated horsepower. Hope that helps. Looks like you have a new carburetor and battery.