Noobie from Arkansas

[Paul78FJ40]

Hi
Hi all, I'm new here, and just learning my way around. I bought my 78 FJ40 brand new in 1979, and it was a daily driver for several years. I also took it places that I would never go now, getting older sometimes also means getting smarter. Anyway, my Cruiser sat for several years, neglected. Now I am working to get it back in "road worthy" condition.
I'm a long way from getting new tires, but I have a question that I'm confident someone here can answer. What are the tallest tires that I can put on my Cruiser without having any problems with rubbing, or rubbing while turning?
My FJ40 has not been lifted, and right now I don't plan on lifting it.
Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[thebigredrocker]

Wow! a 1 owner FJ40, looking forward to seeing your rig and her condition. No doubt some of the Guru's will chime in. This crowd loves pictures if you get time to post some.

 

[Tireguy87]

Welcome. Check out the Razorback Land Cruisers forum in the clubhouse section. There are a few of us around and depending on what part of the state you are in, you could bring it to a meeting and get to know some of us.

What part of Arkansas are you in?

 

[70fj40]

I have 33x10.5x15 w/ 1" longer shackles than stock. No rubbing.

 

[cbmontgo]

31s are probably about as tall as you'd want to go in my opinion.

Would love to see pics of this 40. I'd say you are far from a newb, being an original owner.

 

[Bripars40]

@Paul78FJ40 Hey I live about an hour and a half from you! If you're ever out toward mountain view or Marshall give me a shout.

Better yet if you're not busy this Tuesday you could caravan with me to Hot Springs to deliver the 40 series cross country batons.

FJ40 Cross-Country Expedition: Will YOU join us???

 

[70fj40]

I saw a blue 40 in batesville Saturday. It was sitting at a body shop. That wouldn't be you would it?

 

[Paul78FJ40]

Wow! a 1 owner FJ40, looking forward to seeing your rig and her condition. No doubt some of the Guru's will chime in. This crowd loves pictures if you get time to post some.

I'll try to get some pictures posted.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

I'll try to get some pictures posted.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

Welcome. Check out the Razorback Land Cruisers forum in the clubhouse section. There are a few of us around and depending on what part of the state you are in, you could bring it to a meeting and get to know some of us.

What part of Arkansas are you in?

I'm in Batesville.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

I saw a blue 40 in batesville Saturday. It was sitting at a body shop. That wouldn't be you would it?

No, mine is on jack stands in my shop, and it is green. I've also seen a red one in town.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

I have 33x10.5x15 w/ 1" longer shackles than stock. No rubbing.

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Thanks to all of you for the info.

 

[kiley7483]

I'll try to get some pictures posted.

That's awesome

 

[tyama]

Hiya,

I bought my rig in batesville a few years ago.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

Hiya,

I bought my rig in batesville a few years ago.

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Hi. I remember seeing your rig parked there when it was for sale. It looks good.

 

[OzrkLandCruiser]

Congrats and getting it back on the road! If you need any used OEM parts, we are just down the road in Searcy, AR.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

Do tell. Where might you be located? Do you buy used OEM parts?

 

[OzrkLandCruiser]

Do tell. Where might you be located? Do you buy used OEM parts?

Located in Searcy, Arkansas. Oem parts came from a couple of our parted out rigs. Feel free to text or call me at 5014730633.

 

[Paul78FJ40]

Thanks for the info. I was wondering what part of Searcy.

 

[OzrkLandCruiser]

Thanks for the info. I was wondering what part of Searcy.

A couple blocks from downtown!