My UZJ40 Build - 2UZ iForce V8 and a750f 5spd auto

[ginmtb]

Everything is for sale.... right?!

Good point! If that one could sell for $146K you'd probably take that... .

 

[UZJ40]

Ok, I lied. One more update!

I used two LED bolt lights for some under hood lighting. The lights are activated via a pin switch when the hood is lifted. There is also a hidden switch inside the cab for when the hood will be open for long periods and the light can be manually shut off.

The pin switch-

One of two LED lights. They are hidden, and you'd never really know they were there. When they are on, you still don't really see them, only the light emitted from them.

What it looks like lit up in a pitch black garage!

Also, got some more planning done on the trailer! Can't wait to start building!

 

[Solace in Solitude]

I can picture it now!!

 

[Matt N]

Lots more pics from a couple trail runs, and a dry lake bed photo shoot! Suspension has about 3,000 miles on it so far, and seems to still be getting softer. I've done a few more modifications lately, and will be getting some posts and info on those soon! Enjoy!

Any info on this rear bumper?

 

[UZJ40]

Any info on this rear bumper?

4PlusProducts | FJ40 | Tire Carriers | Rear Tow Bumper with Tire and Cooler Carrier

 

[UZJ40]

I have been pretty quiet about it so far, but they just added it to their website today so I guess it's not secret!

Sackwear made a shirt featuring my FJ40! I love their shirts and am extremely honored! Hoping to get my shipment in the mail next week!!

Land Cruiser FJ40 Hells Canyon t-shirt

 

[UZJ40]

I got a shipment in from Australia today! I love my Narva LED tail lights, and I wanted some matching tail lights for my trailer. Narva makes these, which are pretty much the exact same, minus the reverse light! Narva are not DOT legal, and only sold in AUS, so I found these on ebay and the seller shipped international! Should be perfect for the trailer!

 

[cruiserkreutz]

I have been pretty quiet about it so far, but they just added it to their website today so I guess it's not secret!

Sackwear made a shirt featuring my FJ40! I love their shirts and am extremely honored! Hoping to get my shipment in the mail next week!!

Land Cruiser FJ40 Hells Canyon t-shirt

Cool, I just ordered one!

 

[UZJ40]

Cool, I just ordered one!

Thank you so much!! I hope they sell well!

 

[Honger]

Oh man... another Sackwear shirt I'm gonna have to own... what an honor man! Congrats!

 

[White Stripe]

I got a shipment in from Australia today! I love my Narva LED tail lights, and I wanted some matching tail lights for my trailer. Narva makes these, which are pretty much the exact same, minus the reverse light! Narva are not DOT legal, and only sold in AUS, so I found these on ebay and the seller shipped international! Should be perfect for the trailer!

Where did u get your tail light guards? Looks like they are welded on...

 

[UZJ40]

Where did u get your tail light guards? Looks like they are welded on...

They are 4+ also. They are bolted on with the factory holes, but the LED light covers the bolts so you can't see them.

4PlusProducts | FJ40 | Accessories | Tail Light Protectors

 

[White Stripe]

They are 4+ also. They are bolted on with the factory holes, but the LED light covers the bolts so you can't see them.

4PlusProducts | FJ40 | Accessories | Tail Light Protectors

Oh OK thanks I didn't know 4plus made them. What's your feedback on the lizard skin? Do u feel like the interior is really quieter? I'm using Raptor for sure but have looked at lizard skin a little. I wasn't sure too if the lizard skin would affect the Raptor negatively in some way...

 

[mtweller]

Would you mind sharing some close up pics of how you mounted your hood struts. I don't think that's anywhere in the thread.

Again, just fantastic work!

 

[Travis 76]

you're lucky on the garage size. My FJ40 rubs the rubber strip on my garage as I drive it in. My ceilings are not as high.

 

[Travis 76]

I just found and read this whole thread.
Totally awesome build, I am currently rebuilding my 2F on my 76 FJ40.
Cool to see that you are in Las Vegas I would like to meet up and see your rig in person.

 

[Glatt]

Beautiful. Loving you attention to detail. I have a problem similar to yours, I think its called perfectionism? lol Great to see something so unique yet almost factory looking. All your additions are killer. Great work.

 

[carreta]

What YETI model did you buy to fit on the 4 plus tire carrier?

 

[UZJ40]

I just found and read this whole thread.
Totally awesome build, I am currently rebuilding my 2F on my 76 FJ40.
Cool to see that you are in Las Vegas I would like to meet up and see your rig in person.

Any time. I'm in Henderson. Let me know when you want to come over.

Beautiful. Loving you attention to detail. I have a problem similar to yours, I think its called perfectionism? lol Great to see something so unique yet almost factory looking. All your additions are killer. Great work.

Thanks for the comment! There are some things on the 40 that didn't turn out as nice as I wanted, and it makes me want to sell it and start over with a different one!

What YETI model did you buy to fit on the 4 plus tire carrier?

It's a 30. It fits pretty snug. 4+ does make one for the 45 also.

 

[UZJ40]

Would you mind sharing some close up pics of how you mounted your hood struts. I don't think that's anywhere in the thread.

Again, just fantastic work!

I will get you a couple close up pics, but I just followed the measurements in the directions and it was pretty smooth!