New 1998 FZJ75 owner

[GCCLC23]

Update:

The truck is loaded into a container and en-route to the US!

While I wait for her to arrive, does anyone know what size the stock head unit and speakers are? I’d like to replace the stereo with something tasteful and useful since the existing radio doesn’t work and speakers are worn out.

 

[CardinalFJ60]

I put 4" speakers in the dash spots, 3.5 might also fit better

 

[Redline70]

Pair of 4” speakers in the dash. Most come with bendable mounting tabs and will fit in the stock location with the tabs bent. You can see just that in the above example from @CardinalFJ60.

Radio is a standard double DIN, or single DIN with either a pocket or some other aftermarket/3d printed single DIN filler/gauge panel.

If it still has the OEM radio, likely not needed, but otherwise you may find that you need the radio mounting brackets (86211-90K00 and 86212-90K00) and screws (4x 90159-50173).

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Update:

The truck is loaded into a container and en-route to the US!

While I wait for her to arrive, does anyone know what size the stock head unit and speakers are? I’d like to replace the stereo with something tasteful and useful since the existing radio doesn’t work and speakers are worn out.

Is the current radio AM only or AM/FM? Might be interested, even if it doesn't work. I have an AM/Cassette in mine but there was an AM/FM option. Congrats on getting it on the boat!

 

[janyyc]

Is the current radio AM only or AM/FM? Might be interested, even if it doesn't work. I have an AM/Cassette in mine but there was an AM/FM option. Congrats on getting it on the boat!

I have an AM/FM + tape single DIN OEM from my Troopy. Free to you if you can wait a few months until I go back to the USA…

For Sale Thread 'OEM single DIN AM/FM cassette radio'

May 31, 2024

This came in my HZJ78 from Australia, looks like it wasn't used much (even the buttons are mint).
OEM part number 08600-00928

Before I throw it out I'll ask whether anyone wants it for $10 plus shipping.

I'll be travelling down to the USA on Tuesday (Jun 4) so if you contact me before then I can ship from USA.

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[WarDamnEagle]

I have an AM/FM + tape single DIN OEM from my Troopy. Free to you if you can wait a few months until I go back to the USA…

For Sale Thread 'OEM single DIN AM/FM cassette radio'

May 31, 2024

This came in my HZJ78 from Australia, looks like it wasn't used much (even the buttons are mint).
OEM part number 08600-00928

Before I throw it out I'll ask whether anyone wants it for $10 plus shipping.

I'll be travelling down to the USA on Tuesday (Jun 4) so if you contact me before then I can ship from USA.

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Gosh that is a very generous offer; really appreciated. The only issue is that's it's for RHD so all the controls are reversed. Otherwise I would be all over it. Mine is a single DIN AM SWR Cassette but the Cassette doesn't work. There was an OEM AM/FM Cassette option but I haven't been able to find one, not that I have looked that hard.

 

[DrRock]

Did you ever solve your temp gauge reading low topic? Mine does the same and my suspicion is either a ground or a poorly functioning thermostat. I’ll be checking my thermostat soon so I’ll keep you posted.

 

[GCCLC23]

She finally made it home!

More photos and updates to follow once I get done jumping with joy

 

[GCCLC23]

Is the current radio AM only or AM/FM? Might be interested, even if it doesn't work. I have an AM/Cassette in mine but there was an AM/FM option. Congrats on getting it on the boat!

I have the AM/FM with tape deck. Not sure yet if I want to keep and try to fix or get rid of it it but you’ll be the first to know if I decide to let it go

 

[GCCLC23]

Did you ever solve your temp gauge reading low topic? Mine does the same and my suspicion is either a ground or a poorly functioning thermostat. I’ll be checking my thermostat soon so I’ll keep you posted.

No, I replaced the missing ground in the engine bay but no change. The thermostat is also brand new. Next stop will likely be troubleshooting the temp sender and see if that’s the culprit.

 

[GCCLC23]

Two issues that I’ll be chasing down before I do too much driving around:

1) Rough idle until it warms up. When it first starts, it misses on 1-2 cylinders and runs very rough, then begins to smooth out as it warms up. I’m assuming this is an adjustment issue somewhere as it has new plugs/wires/distributor/coil.

2) It decided to greet me with a new oil leak today as a welcome home gift. I’m getting a fair amount of oil burning off on the exhaust headers, strong smell once it’s hot. Valve cover gasket looks fine, no visible leaks there. It appears to be coming from the area of the headers somewhere….maybe oil cooler? Weird it wouldn’t be leaking coolant though. It’s also strange that the *outer* down pipe stud has oil dripping off of it but not the inner one.
Pics below

 

[DrRock]

I have a 1992 FZJ75 which is very similar to your truck. For audio, i just did an upgrade you can see in the build thread I took over once I purchased my truck from @wngrog Link to thread is below. I’m about to add a jbl nano subwoofer too which I’ll add the details to the thread shortly.

Build Thread 'Saudi 75 1 - Tilda Bogue Service Station'

Oct 21, 2023

This one is fresh off the container. The second Saudi cruiser I’ve imported.

1992, first of the 1FZ trucks.

Real.

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Cheers, James

 

[DrRock]

Two issues that I’ll be chasing down before I do too much driving around:

1) Rough idle until it warms up. When it first starts, it misses on 1-2 cylinders and runs very rough, then begins to smooth out as it warms up. I’m assuming this is an adjustment issue somewhere as it has new plugs/wires/distributor/coil.

2) It decided to greet me with a new oil leak today as a welcome home gift. I’m getting a fair amount of oil burning off on the exhaust headers, strong smell once it’s hot. Valve cover gasket looks fine, no visible leaks there. It appears to be coming from the area of the headers somewhere….maybe oil cooler? Weird it wouldn’t be leaking coolant though. It’s also strange that the *outer* down pipe stud has oil dripping off of it but not the inner one.
Pics below

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Mine was a bit rough at startup now it’s in the US but a a new set of plugs and an Italian tune up resolved this.

 

[wngrog]

Gosh that is a very generous offer; really appreciated. The only issue is that's it's for RHD so all the controls are reversed. Otherwise I would be all over it. Mine is a single DIN AM SWR Cassette but the Cassette doesn't work. There was an OEM AM/FM Cassette option but I haven't been able to find one, not that I have looked that hard.

Man I've been tossing mine. Wish I had known you wanted one

 

[wngrog]

Did you ever solve your temp gauge reading low topic? Mine does the same and my suspicion is either a ground or a poorly functioning thermostat. I’ll be checking my thermostat soon so I’ll keep you posted.

I went through this on the last 80 I imported.

Hot weather thermostat. Every truck I've brought in the temp gauge runs low

Post in thread 'Saudi 93 VX build-Tilda Bogue Service Station'
Builds - Saudi 93 VX build-Tilda Bogue Service Station - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/saudi-93-vx-build-tilda-bogue-service-station.1350581/post-16091557

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Man I've been tossing mine. Wish I had known you wanted one

No worries. Have any come in with AM/FM or have they all be AM only? I would be fine keeping my AM only unit if the Cassette worked. Obviously AM/FM would be better.

 

[wngrog]

Yeah the last one in my 100 had it all and would actually land on the proper odd FM channels versus their even channels

 

[DrRock]

I went through this on the last 80 I imported.

Hot weather thermostat. Every truck I've brought in the temp gauge runs low

Post in thread 'Saudi 93 VX build-Tilda Bogue Service Station'
Builds - Saudi 93 VX build-Tilda Bogue Service Station - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/saudi-93-vx-build-tilda-bogue-service-station.1350581/post-16091557

Awesome, thanks Nolen. Just picked up a new thermostat and gasket from the dealer yesterday. Any tricks on installing these? I've got extra coolant to in anticipation of loosing some when I open up the thermostat housing.

 

[OGBeno]

Awesome, thanks Nolen. Just picked up a new thermostat and gasket from the dealer yesterday. Any tricks on installing these? I've got extra coolant to in anticipation of loosing some when I open up the thermostat housing.

Make sure the jiggle valve is in the 12 o'clock position for install. It sits on the engine side groove in the thermostat housing.

 

[GCCLC23]

Two issues that I’ll be chasing down before I do too much driving around:

1) Rough idle until it warms up. When it first starts, it misses on 1-2 cylinders and runs very rough, then begins to smooth out as it warms up. I’m assuming this is an adjustment issue somewhere as it has new plugs/wires/distributor/coil.

2) It decided to greet me with a new oil leak today as a welcome home gift. I’m getting a fair amount of oil burning off on the exhaust headers, strong smell once it’s hot. Valve cover gasket looks fine, no visible leaks there. It appears to be coming from the area of the headers somewhere….maybe oil cooler? Weird it wouldn’t be leaking coolant though. It’s also strange that the *outer* down pipe stud has oil dripping off of it but not the inner one.
Pics below

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Confirmed today while I had it up on a lift that the oil leak is coming from the oil cooler somewhere. It’s strange that I’m not getting any coolant leaking out alongside the oil, you’d think that would leak first based on the design. Will add that gasket replacement to my winter to-do list.

I also encountered a new issue today: intermittently while driving, my battery light and air filter light will light up, stay illuminated for a little while (anywhere from a couple seconds to maybe 45 seconds), then go out. This happens on and off while driving. Has anyone seen something like that before? Indicative of bad battery/ground?