Pig info needed

[clyde2fj40]

My husband died in December and I have a friend interested in purchasing our '74 FJ55 but I know nothing about it. How can I find out the engine size? I have been told to count the spark plugs to find out how many cylinders. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[Gonzo55]

Post a few pictures of the rig and there's a lot of knowledgable guys on here that tell you what you have and what it is worth . If no camera is available you can call your local Toyota dealer with the vin number and they will tell you what it came with from the factory

 

[3_puppies]

where are you located? someone close by may be able to help. it's hard to say what is in the rig without a few pics. lots of older rigs have been modifed with different engine combos.

If it is stock and a 74 it should have the transition year motor. It should be a 6 cylender with the oil filter on the passenger side of the engine. Early year 74's had 3 speed transmisions and the later year 74's had 4 speeds.

Not a lot of help but pics would help alot.

 

[Devils Paw 80]

Interesting handle for a widow. Did your husband also have a FJ40? You know the 55 is known as a Pig-that's better than nothing. Engine displacement is not necessarily determined by the number of cylinders. He probably wants to know if it's the stock Toyota 6 cylinder or a transplant. Counting the spark plug wires can tell you if it's 6 cylinder, but there's a chance it could be a Chevy rather than Toyota. Best bet is to share a photo here for confirmation, or have the friend come over and check it out in person if he can.