New to me FZJ73 (1 Viewer)

[JuanJ]

Hello,

Left gusset installed.

Right gusset.

The front indicator lenses were faded, so I took the chance to replace them. This is the left lens, part number 81521-60322.

Right lens, part number 81511-60452.

All set up. The bumper bending can be noticed at the left, but it will do for the time being.

Juan

 

[Gary Harber]

following. My sons just got me a fzj73, it was the red one from a post you commented on earlier this year. Definitely need to learn more about the vehicle!

 

[JuanJ]

Hello,

Congratulations on your new truck.

FZJ73s are getting old enough to go to the US. They are fun to drive, great stuff haulers and good project rigs.

Over time I have posted work done on Chance (my 73 Series) in the What did you do on your 70 series today? thread. I put skinny tires on recently.

Some items I repaired/replaced over the years: brake cylinders, steering damper, clutch cylinders, transfer seals, radiator, axle bearings/seals, front rotors/bearings/seals and muffler. I had enough warning time every time I had a problem; before the damage became critical I could either repair it or get Chance to the shop. The latter was especially true for the clutch cylinders.

All these parts/systems begin to fail after 20 years, in my experience, if the truck had a normal life. Beaten trucks experience failures much earlier.

Check for creative repairs done by the PO (or his/her mechanic) and non-factory wiring.

Welcome to the madness.





Juan