New truck and need some info (1 Viewer)

[EWheeler]

I stole the tires off my 40 to see how they’d fit. I think they’re a hair big, they would be perfect if the truck had a 2.5 lift. I think it still looks/drives great and plan on keeping them on the 45. Ill find a different set for the 40 since I have more size options.

I will likely move the rear axle back an inch. I’ve done some searching on lifts, I know cruiser outfitters sells the OME kit but it’s pricey.
I’ve read that swb and lwb share the same spring size, can anyone confirm this? I also read that fj60 rear springs are very similar in length. I still don’t think I’ve found a situation where someone actually used them.
Can anyone confirm what options I have to bring the back end up?

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Look at what @wngrog is doing in the Seminole build in the 40/45 section, and copy his formula for suspension.

You have a beautiful truck.

 

[Unimogguy]

I think I prefer the acorn hub caps over the later model caps.

@wngrog has a 45 LWB and @jomelo has a 45 SWB RHT and they both run them on their trucks. I’m pretty sure they run Dobinsons on several of their other trucks as well.

Builds - Goat. A 1967 survivor FJ-45 LWB

Yikes

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Builds - 1965 Seminole Red FJ45 SWB - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/1965-seminole-red-fj45-swb.1277672/page-5#post-14336426

Look at post #97

Dobinsons Direct

Dobinsons Direct

www.dobinsonsdirect.com

 

[Boulder Cruiser]

I think I prefer the acorn hub caps over the later model caps.

@wngrog has a 45 LWB and @jomelo has a 45 SWB RHT and they both run them on their trucks. I’m pretty sure they run Dobinsons on several of their other trucks as well.

Builds - Goat. A 1967 survivor FJ-45 LWB

Yikes

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Builds - 1965 Seminole Red FJ45 SWB - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/1965-seminole-red-fj45-swb.1277672/page-5#post-14336426

Look at post #97

Dobinsons Direct

Dobinsons Direct

www.dobinsonsdirect.com

Thanks!
I prefer the acorns as well, just need to find a set.

 

[Unimogguy]

Thanks!
I prefer the acorns as well, just need to find a set.

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@Speedsail2001 sells them hit him up

 

[Boulder Cruiser]

Figured I’d update this. Out of all my cruiser’s she’s my favorite to drive hands down. Taking the top off in the summer is epic.

 

[Boulder Cruiser]

Few more

 

[Lifelong40Fan]

Really nice pics. We need to produce a calendar for next year. These pics would work great!

 

[cppilot]

Absolutely beautiful 45. You are a lucky man….A 45 with the top and doors off….is the best…