Project fj23l
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If you need something better I can probably get you something. I just don't want to go put a bow in only to find Jim posted better pictures.
Gutsy Build - I believe you may be lacking in the fear department. Found this pick on a Russian site - thought you may find it of interest.
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I have this pic but thanks for posting it. It's a '58 or earlier FJ28 and looks like it's probably in Austrailia or New Zealand. They made their own flat rear body portions down there.
Thanks for the bow/clip/bracket pics Jim. I've got no clips, both rear brackets, and one front bracket. I'll have to check and see if Marv has 2 rear brackets and one front.
By the way, I figured out the floors. If I use my LV floor from under the tail gate to 2" in front of the rear wheel wells it clears the frame perfectly (why wouldn't it, it came off the frame) and puts the 25 top bed rail in line with the rail at the doors. And it turns out that the LV floor is 1/2" wider than the 25 floors so a slight trim and it's good. This also allows me to keep the front fllor level all the way back to this point. Some things just fall into place.
Thanks for the bow/clip/bracket pics Jim. I've got no clips, both rear brackets, and one front bracket. I'll have to check and see if Marv has 2 rear brackets and one front.
By the way, I figured out the floors. If I use my LV floor from under the tail gate to 2" in front of the rear wheel wells it clears the frame perfectly (why wouldn't it, it came off the frame) and puts the 25 top bed rail in line with the rail at the doors. And it turns out that the LV floor is 1/2" wider than the 25 floors so a slight trim and it's good. This also allows me to keep the front fllor level all the way back to this point. Some things just fall into place.
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If you are using the LV floors can you use the LV rear seat and have it fold down?
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- #29
Probably not because of the square wheel wells of the 25. Putting in a rear bench seat isn't really what I want for this rig though. I want to use this for work and take advantage of the long bed. I'll take the LV when I'm going wheeling with the wife or the family.
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- #31
Well since the last few days posts got wiped out, I thought I'd at least post up the last couple drawings I did...
This is how I'm planning on driving it most of the year here in sunny CA. Right now the plan is to take the higher floor level from the bed and run it to the back of the front seat for hauling materials and sleeping in the bed when camping. I'm hoping to take the mid section and build a box for storage space in the floor. The rails you see in this drawing will fit into the soft top bow brackets and clips.
This is how I'm planning on driving it most of the year here in sunny CA. Right now the plan is to take the higher floor level from the bed and run it to the back of the front seat for hauling materials and sleeping in the bed when camping. I'm hoping to take the mid section and build a box for storage space in the floor. The rails you see in this drawing will fit into the soft top bow brackets and clips.
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- #32
The bikini top will go all the way down to the floor behing the front seat. I'll have this one made before I spend the big bucks for the full length soft top. One day I'll make soft top doors for it with a wider window for better visibility.
I'm with Jim on this one point...unless you are going with a drop down tailgate...which would also help with the occasional plywood, and 2x4 
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- #35
So the bed length is 6' inside? Just wondering as I'd need a few inches more to lay down.
From the back of the toolbox under the front seat to the back of the frame measures 6' 6". With the adjustable LV front seat moved all the way forward and my own height designed perfectly for this vehicle by God at 5'6", I've got a foot to spare with the tailgate up. I'm just trying to figure out what I'm gonna do with all that extra room...
That's a great idea. Looks like it will be a lot of fun too.
Hey Gene, with your history, do you think you should consider a roll cage?
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- #40
Thanks Moe. I'll give you a call when I need it. Would be nice to get together for some cigars and beers before then though.