RE: Advice from FJ25 'ers' for my 1964 FJ40

[tucker74]

Get the Novus plastic polish kit, it will make them look like new ...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002UD0GIG/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cheers!

Tucker

 

[andybudge]

Thanks Johhny C. I'm on to it.
In regards to measurements of the Lenses?, they measure 205mm x 77mm.

 

[andybudge]

The Headlights aren't original on mine.
Are these the period correct Koito's?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/111252088393?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[67azcruizr]

I don't know when Koito changed the embossed logo but I believe that an original '64 would have had a ring/circle around the "KOITO".

I can take a picture when I get home if you'd like to see the difference?

 

[andybudge]

Thanks, that would be helpful.

 

[andybudge]

The Park Lamp Lenses on my 40 are clear.
I note that there are Amber Lenses available also.
Are the Clear Lenses still available?

 

[tahoe40/45]

The Park Lamp Lenses on my 40 are clear.
I note that there are Amber Lenses available also.
Are the Clear Lenses still available?

SOR has them,i don't think they have just the lens anymore. So you would need to get the whole bib light assembly. Not sure but they might be available on other sites or used ones on IH8Mud.

 

[andybudge]

RE: Dual Tail light Lenses

I have enquired about getting the dual Lenses moulded.
I have been quoted $2000 - 2500 to get the Mould made.
Apparently it has to be highly polished and requires a lot of work.
In addition to this initial cost, a minimum run of 100 pair is what the Company will do.

 

[JohnnyC]

That is a lot of money... Do it for less ... DIY

See link>>>> http://www.alumilite.com/howtos/TailLightMoldingNoEquipment.cfm

 

[andrews520]

Did you try here Andy? Sydney based and specialise in low quantity reproductions apparently.
http://www.tailights.com/

Great find those lights, BTW.
Cheers

 

[andrews520]

Should add - I got some of those clear park lights from SOR. Had to buy the entire assembly.
And those Koitos....late 70's at the very earliest, I think...but they are in nice condition (I bought them).

 

[andybudge]

Found some Toyota 16" Rims (4 only).
Some of the Clips need replacing. Who sells a replacement that is similar to original?
They need a good clean up but are structurally sound.

Is this Vent Rubber shape is the same as mine?

 

[andybudge]

The strip down has started and am developing a list of required replacement parts.
Anyone have the Terminal Insulators for the Wiper Motors available? or know of anywhere to source the part?

 

[andybudge]

Also, would my December 1964 FJ40 have a Alternator with separate Regulator as original fitment or Generator?

 

[Living in the Past]

My guess is a 12/64 would be a 65 model and would have a alternator and not a generator. Separate voltage regulator was standard on both generator and alternator until the eighties. Not sure if anyone is making the rubber boot that cover the terminals on the wiper motor. I would be interested in some myself.

 

[nuclearlemon]

The strip down has started and am developing a list of required replacement parts.
Anyone have the Terminal Insulators for the Wiper Motors available? or know of anywhere to source the part?

that's on my list to do. i have one kind of good one, need to get to find someone to replicate.

 

[andybudge]

Clutch Master Cylinder Flexible Hose (Part # 90947-02006) and Clutch and Brake Pedal Pins/Bushings (Part #'s 91121-51071 x 2 ; 90386-13007 x 4)
Still available?

 

[andybudge]

Any tips on removing the Steering Wheel?
Broken two steering wheel pullers so far!!!
Hidden Circlip or just the Nut and Spring Washer?
Applying enormous pressure and it is not budging at all.

 

[andybudge]

A couple of pics of the tear down.

 

[hdjtachtig]

Clutch Master Cylinder Flexible Hose (Part # 90947-02006) and Clutch and Brake Pedal Pins/Bushings (Part #'s 91121-51071 x 2 ; 90386-13007 x 4)
Still available?

Some time ago I someone here told me to check http://quickparter.com/
According to this website these three partnrs. are still available.

Beno can probably help you: https://forum.ih8mud.com/members/beno.4146/
Edit: sorry, I see you are in Australia, Beno can't ship outside the US. Try your dealer or amayama.com.