Nice! Lucky SOG. Same with the top?
I doubt if I get that lucky ,, although I did find an oem pto winch locally, so you never know
I plan on purchasing the B pillars from real steel cruiser parts. Not sure about the top though.
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I doubt if I get that lucky ,, although I did find an oem pto winch locally, so you never know
I plan on purchasing the B pillars from real steel cruiser parts. Not sure about the top though.
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Beautiful cruiser!!!!
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The top I purchased from TROA. I know there’s a few threads with folks discussing aftermarket soft tops with real steel bows. The bows I got were ridden hard and put away wet, but at least matched the color and patina of the 40.
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Thanks! Need to get back on it this winter.
The FST that you bought from TROA, is it beige? I was looking on their site … the beige look more blueish grey tint. Is that just a computer picture issue, or is that what you are seeing with yours?
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cool thread, beautiful cruiser!
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Nope, totally beige, no tint. As @Chungas Revenge said, check out that other thread.
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Thanks! I’m saving my pennies for your beautiful front bumper.
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It’s the little things, installed some 3D printed spacers for the drivers and passenger side door handles. The holes have elongated over time and the door handles rattle around. These totally fixed the issue, just added some lithium grease to make sure they were smooth operating.
Thanks @FJ40Savvy ! 1973 FJ40 club.
Thanks @FJ40Savvy ! 1973 FJ40 club.
I just picked up a beige TROA Top off eBay yesterday for cheap. I am curious as to the eyelets and fasteners that are installed on the top, if any. Has anyone looked into the rare earth magnet FST method that Julie uses on her tops? If anyone has pictures or references to what she uses on her tops … could you share the link, it would be much appreciated. I am avoiding drilling any more holes in my rig then is necessary.
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@J40Fan , try asking in this thread. Ci Troa Soft top and bows - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/ci-troa-soft-top-and-bows.1108344/page-6#post-15544223
Mine had the factory footman loops for the straps to go through and the holes to put the factory twist locks. You have to punch your own holes in the top once you get it lined up.
Mine had the factory footman loops for the straps to go through and the holes to put the factory twist locks. You have to punch your own holes in the top once you get it lined up.
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Finally replaced the old CB antenna mount that had long since disintegrated and left a hole in the rear fender. Looking at getting a fire stick, thanks @Flatlanderfj40 for the tips. More to patch the hole, form over function.
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Been driving a fair bit, but suddenly noticed during downshifts into 2nd coasting down a hill under load, I’d get some backfiring out of the exhaust.
Decided to a valve adjust and pull the plugs. OMG.. the plugs were filthy after about 1500 miles. I think it’s time to finally do the valve stem seals.
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Decided to a valve adjust and pull the plugs. OMG.. the plugs were filthy after about 1500 miles. I think it’s time to finally do the valve stem seals.
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This our next meeting project???
I have been using the Mahle SS20218 stem seals lately but fitment says back to ‘75.
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I have a set of the Felpro seals in the parts bin. Thanks for the suggestion. I’ve been reading the 2F seals are an upgrade to the 1F seals. Might get another set in case I bungle one up on install.
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Pulled the rocker assembly to get ready for clean up and replacing the valve seals next week.
Very nice detailed write up here:
Very nice detailed write up here:
One thing lead to another and I ended up finding a partially restored (running and driving) 1977 FJ40 just a few hours away in Portland. The guy wanted a bit too much but I agreed to drive down and take a look at it. As soon as he opened the garage, I knew I had to go home with it.
The PO and I had talked about the history he knew and what had been done to it, everything checked out after a 15 minute inspection so I took it for a drive. It ran, but not well.
I drove it for a few miles to make sure all the basics worked, all gears, 4x4 and so...
The PO and I had talked about the history he knew and what had been done to it, everything checked out after a 15 minute inspection so I took it for a drive. It ran, but not well.
I drove it for a few miles to make sure all the basics worked, all gears, 4x4 and so...
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If you need a hand, I’m off next week!Pulled the rocker assembly to get ready for clean up and replacing the valve seals next week.
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Very nice detailed write up here:
One thing lead to another and I ended up finding a partially restored (running and driving) 1977 FJ40 just a few hours away in Portland. The guy wanted a bit too much but I agreed to drive down and take a look at it. As soon as he opened the garage, I knew I had to go home with it.
The PO and I had talked about the history he knew and what had been done to it, everything checked out after a 15 minute inspection so I took it for a drive. It ran, but not well.
I drove it for a few miles to make sure all the basics worked, all gears, 4x4 and so...
