Hey Mudders, wondering if anyone might know the origin of my odd OD unit. It's not a Fairey, and despite the similar barrel shape, it's not a Hone-o-Drive either. It has no markings except a tiny 4-digit number stamped on the bottom edge. It still works and is geared pretty high...65 mph in top gear is the lowest speed you can use it at to keep the engine from lugging too hard.
Little background on the truck: 4/72 build date, original PO purchased from Pendleton, Oregon Toyota dealership in '72. I bought it as the 3rd owner with original 1F and drivetrain, and the OD was installed by the original owner. PO (2d owner) knew nothing of the origin of the unit either.
I've heard a rumor that someone else in Oregon with an FJ55 had a similar mystery unit, and that it could potentially have been a dealer-installed unit. Curious to know more about it!
(Pic #1 is the OD, Pic #2 is the shifter in the cabin, #3 is the truck
).
Little background on the truck: 4/72 build date, original PO purchased from Pendleton, Oregon Toyota dealership in '72. I bought it as the 3rd owner with original 1F and drivetrain, and the OD was installed by the original owner. PO (2d owner) knew nothing of the origin of the unit either.
I've heard a rumor that someone else in Oregon with an FJ55 had a similar mystery unit, and that it could potentially have been a dealer-installed unit. Curious to know more about it!
(Pic #1 is the OD, Pic #2 is the shifter in the cabin, #3 is the truck
).
