New Pig owner (1 Viewer)

[Landcruiser Nut]

So excited to find this pig preservation society on Mud thanks to Nolen Grogan
I’ve got several 40s one 60 had a couple 100’s and now at 200 and I just purchased a ‘76 FJ55.
Trying to get this little piggy in great shape
It’s got a few issues but other than that it’s in pretty good shape, shared a few pictures here. currently working on the tailgate motor and regulator and found the hinge ripped from the tailgate. Really found the article on tailgate repair very helpful as far as repairing the regulator removing it and the window etc.
I really enjoyed getting my 40s in shape and my 60 in great shape. I can already tell why people say 55s are difficult.

I have to admit I only showed the really good pictures or the positive pics i should say>

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Welcome to the madness. Doesn't look too bad.

Why do you need a new tailgate? That one looks better than the one on my '77.

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

Congrats!! Your pig looks sweet! Where are you located?

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

Oxford Mississippi

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

and thank you

 

[brisveganbj42]

Love the forced induction! Welcome to the pig pen!

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

Excellent! I'm just a few hours north of you in Jackson, TN. There are a few of us pig owners in this area. I've never seen one on the road where I live (or during visits to Memphis or Nashville).

 

[RUSH55]

Alright! Representing the red! Nice 55, congrats! Stick with Nolan - your cruiser looks like a great candidate for staying original.

 

[dogfishlake]

Wow, nice piggie! Glad you found one.

Down the rabbit hole in a pig.

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

History,
This one came out of California, it had little rust but as all pigs do have rust.
Lot of the hinges were frozen. So someone damage the front doors opening them and the tailgate trying to open
I believe I am the third owner. The title I received was from '88. It has the original dealer tag frame for the front and back.

 

[scrapdaddy]

Hey Shawn,

How bad is your tailgate? Could you post some pictures of the damage to the hinge area? You might be able to weld in some patch pieces and rebuild the hinges, just thinking out loud.

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

Yes that is the plan Thought I’d try to find one in case
Thank you Ron

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

 

[WarDamnEagle]

You weren't kidding when you said the hinges were rusted shut. Too bad as the rest looks OK.

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

Welcome to the madness. Doesn't look too bad.

Why do you need a new tailgate? That one looks better than the one on my '77.

Wouldn't necessarily say need. I can probably repair it. I really like to keep my rigs as OEM as possible and in great shape. I want future generations to enjoy them. I just figured if I could find one that that the hinge section wasn't rusted out I would use it.

 

[PabloCruise]

Awesome! I love it.
'76 is a great year with the disc brakes. It looks like someone may have replaced the ASCO lock-outs w/ Warns?
Plus you get the cool little carb cooling fan!

 

[Ol Yeller]

Plus you get the cool little electric turbo!

 

[Landcruiser Nut]

Awesome! I love it.
'76 is a great year with the disc brakes. It looks like someone may have replaced the ASCO lock-outs w/ Warns?
Plus you get the cool little carb cooling fan!

Yeah they are Warn Hubs. I thought Warn was on this year I didn’t know they were aftermarket. I’ve got ASIN one of my 40’s