New to the platform. Looking at a ‘77
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jim land
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Look good , solide base for a restomod , the fender headers could be swap for ramhorn manifold , any pics from under to see how the sbc was install
Look better than most SA import
Look better than most SA import
The bezel police are going to find you if it doesn't get flipped asap.
Jokes aside, it looks like a really good starting point.
Welcome to mud!
Jokes aside, it looks like a really good starting point.
Welcome to mud!
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The bezel police are going to find you if it doesn't get flipped asap.
Jokes aside, it looks like a really good starting point.
Welcome to mud!
what mean bezel police?
OK WTF with the bezel thing!!
Seriously i have to know.Every single time someone posts a pic of a cruiser someone says the bezel is backwards,no not alot of the time EVERYTIME!! are you sure they dont go that way LOL!!
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brooklyn
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The only advice I have is what are your skill sets and then find a truck that matches - if you’re good a body work than some rust is okay - expensive if you have someone else do it. Same goes for mechanical and electrical - can get expensive to have someone do the work.
Tail lights aren’t stock. Appears to have an auxiliary rear tank. I don’t know much about v8 conversions but many others can chime in on that. Looks like a good bones
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both front fenders have oxidized to a pink color unlike the rest of the body, any idea why? Also how hard is it to find 4 original steel wheels with caps? The front fender emblems also missing were those metal? Are the oe replacemts I see on ebay correct?
You can find both the wheels and caps around pretty easily. You just gotta look.
Ocho77
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Looks like it will shine up well with a cut/polish and look amazing. Value depends on what you want it for. Shine it up and drive it, $8k - $10k.
You can still buy wheels/caps new from Toyota.
You can still buy wheels/caps new from Toyota.
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Do you have part numbers or a link for the wheels/caps?
GA Architect
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FJBen
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Looks solid., from these pictures the rust doesn't look too bad at all..
My guess on the fenders is that they have been repainted/replaced, and potentially other parts on the 40 as well. The one picture shows the pinkish not on the fender, but on the kick vent area. also there is some of the same on the rear tub/hard top area. It's hard to tell in these pictures, but honestly some elbow grease and a weekend with some buffing/cutting compound would make it look fantastic.
As for the 350, who knows other than you can find parts or swap another V8 relatively easily.
If it runs/drives, I could see it selling from $8k~$15K depending on who wants it or if it's on the interwebs or not. thats a fairly solid FJ40 that could clean up nicely
My gut feeling is $12~$15k especially if online, but I'm still stuck on 15yr ago prices...$4,500 or less for this
My guess on the fenders is that they have been repainted/replaced, and potentially other parts on the 40 as well. The one picture shows the pinkish not on the fender, but on the kick vent area. also there is some of the same on the rear tub/hard top area. It's hard to tell in these pictures, but honestly some elbow grease and a weekend with some buffing/cutting compound would make it look fantastic.
As for the 350, who knows other than you can find parts or swap another V8 relatively easily.
If it runs/drives, I could see it selling from $8k~$15K depending on who wants it or if it's on the interwebs or not. thats a fairly solid FJ40 that could clean up nicely
My gut feeling is $12~$15k especially if online, but I'm still stuck on 15yr ago prices...$4,500 or less for this
Yes, column looks swapped. Probably installed saginaw power steering box. If done well, not a bad thing. Steering box should be along the driver's side frame rail, with this column, probably right behind the bumper in front of the grill (was originally back, by the shock tower).
It it's up in the front, they would have to put a hole for the column through the frame rail. Check how cleanly that was cut, and if it has a tube welded in to reinforce (maintain original strength with the hole). And make sure the steering box isn't mounted with a stack of washers behind it to make it fit.
Also make sure the turn signal switch works, fully, both turning signal lights on and cancelling properly when the wheel straightens out. And, that there is a portion of the column that'll collapse if you hit something hard, a big safety issue that came along in the '70's, and with the location of these PS boxes with the conversion something to make sure is safe.
If you're worried this isn't original, you oughta maybe keep looking for something with a 2F anyways...
It it's up in the front, they would have to put a hole for the column through the frame rail. Check how cleanly that was cut, and if it has a tube welded in to reinforce (maintain original strength with the hole). And make sure the steering box isn't mounted with a stack of washers behind it to make it fit.
Also make sure the turn signal switch works, fully, both turning signal lights on and cancelling properly when the wheel straightens out. And, that there is a portion of the column that'll collapse if you hit something hard, a big safety issue that came along in the '70's, and with the location of these PS boxes with the conversion something to make sure is safe.
If you're worried this isn't original, you oughta maybe keep looking for something with a 2F anyways...
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Looks decently clean from just the pics given.
Not a fan of the 350 swap but lots of people are.
Not a fan of the 350 swap but lots of people are.
I know a small block chevy would be usually easier to find parts, have more power, and be lighter.
But I think it generally decreases the value.
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good info! I’m not too worried about originality if the price is right. The seller did say there was an electrical issue with the turn signals popping fuses and that they are currently not working.
im not afraid of redoing electrical stuff but if it is a mechanical issue with cancellation that might be of concern.
FJBen
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Has he shot you a price yet?
I'm not a fan of steering column swaps personally, but they are what they are. If they work and are good/safe then it's OK.
I've had 350 swaps and enjoyed them, although I just seem to usually prefer the Toyota engines. Is it a Toyota or Chevy transmission? Any undercarriage shots?
I'm not a fan of steering column swaps personally, but they are what they are. If they work and are good/safe then it's OK.
I've had 350 swaps and enjoyed them, although I just seem to usually prefer the Toyota engines. Is it a Toyota or Chevy transmission? Any undercarriage shots?
Rusto
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It all depends on the price.. but while some see solid, I see a fair amount of rust repair. Doglegs, the entire rear sill. Looks like it's creeping into the rear quarters as well. $8k for a fair amount of rust (at least to these Southwest Colorado eyes) with an engine swap seems about right.
