REAL TIME a440f help getting 👉🏽 manual swapped (3 Viewers)

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cruisermatt said:
I make not only a pedal bracket but replica pedals as well. Still have to pull the 62 bucket to weld the bracket to it but a lot less expensive then buying and shipping a whole pedal assembly

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FJ62 Manual Clutch and Brake Pedal Set

Reproductions of the original FJ60 clutch and brake pedals, and a weld-on bracket for the FJ62 automatic pedal bucket assembly to accommodate the clutch pedal. No more need to hunt down rusty used pedals. Pedals are shipped ready to install, clutch pedal bracket must be welded to bolted to...
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That looks like a great and reasonable solution.
Thanks for chiming in Matt.
 
You can bolt that clutch pedal bucket in without taking the entire dash apart. I bought the whole thing from a used truck and ended up cutting off just the bucket. Bolting in works great and saves a lot of work. I have some details on that if you need.

Be sure to hang on to the auto until you’re done w the swap, you’ll likely need small stuff like the plugs from your auto NSS harness.

I had posted some notes and part numbers on my truck thread that might be helpful to you for a manual swap.

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Builds - CLARK - FJ62 docu-series thread

I found the brake line damaged. I managed to get the engine running normally again, we swapped the spare tire on and drove to our campsite for the night. Since I was almost 500 miles from home I didn't sleep that great - thinking about a damaged brake line. The next day I limped it home...
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Sorry to hear about this and happy to help if you have questions on the DIY.
 
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toy_tek said:
You can bolt that clutch pedal bucket in without taking the entire dash apart. I bought the whole thing from a used truck and ended up cutting off just the bucket. Bolting in works great and saves a lot of work. I have some details on that if you need.

Be sure to hang on to the auto until you’re done w the swap, you’ll likely need small stuff like the plugs from your auto NSS harness.

I had posted some notes and part numbers on my truck thread that might be helpful to you for a manual swap.

forum.ih8mud.com

Builds - CLARK - FJ62 docu-series thread

I found the brake line damaged. I managed to get the engine running normally again, we swapped the spare tire on and drove to our campsite for the night. Since I was almost 500 miles from home I didn't sleep that great - thinking about a damaged brake line. The next day I limped it home...
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Sorry to hear about this and happy to help if you have questions on the DIY.
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Great thread, actively copying and pasting from it, thank you. I remember reading this awhile back but now am looking at it with a renewed interest for some reason. 🙄
 
What crossmember are you going to use? I have a brand new spare transmission mount I'll donate to the cause.
 
yotadude520 said:
What crossmember are you going to use? I have a brand new spare transmission mount I'll donate to the cause.
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You may be aware, early between the frame FJ60 transmission mounts match with the pre-3F bellhousing. Later transmission mounts, those the bolt beneath the frame match with the 3F bellhousing. Early mount/BH combo gives a flat transmission mounting while the 3F variant slightly angles the transmission. Either will work. Inspection covers for the BHs are also variant specific.
 
yotadude520 said:
What crossmember are you going to use? I have a brand new spare transmission mount I'll donate to the cause.
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That is both a very good question and a very kind gesture. I was researching crossmembers in between shots, so not quite sure. I know the transmission @zeeklafreek has graciously provided is a later 60 one. I can glue metal together, so I was initially exploring that. I'll pm you.

Godwin said:
You may be aware, early between the frame FJ60 transmission mounts match with the pre-3F bellhousing. Later transmission mounts, those the bolt beneath the frame match with the 3F bellhousing. Early mount/BH combo gives a flat transmission mounting while the 3F variant slightly angles the transmission. Either will work. Inspection covers for the BHs are also variant specific.
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Great info, thanks.
 
Godwin said:
You may be aware, early between the frame FJ60 transmission mounts match with the pre-3F bellhousing. Later transmission mounts, those the bolt beneath the frame match with the 3F bellhousing. Early mount/BH combo gives a flat transmission mounting while the 3F variant slightly angles the transmission. Either will work. Inspection covers for the BHs are also variant specific.
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That is correct, I found that out the hard way...so I actually have one of each lol

@RevISK Whichever crossmember you end up getting just let me know and I'll ship you the right mount.
 
yotadude520 said:
That is correct, I found that out the hard way...so I actually have one of each lol

@RevISK Whichever crossmember you end up getting just let me know and I'll ship you the right mount.
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That is awesome yotadude…
 
Skniper said:
The 800 lb model is sufficient. The tilt-a-whirl adjustable base is super nice to have. I made a wood platform and ratchet strapped it all together.
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I bought that jack to install my H55F split transfer case and new Cummins R2.8 and the transverse tilt broke when I was putting everything back in after welding the mounts. The transfer case is so heavy on the out put side I could not get the motor mounts to drop in on the front end. I used a hydraulic jack under the transfer case to roll everything level again.
 
3_puppies said:
trans isn't hard to find versus other bits
3F bellhousing cover
trans hump cover and boots
you need to decide if keeping vacuum transfer or going manual
or get a combo ready to bolt in from a few vendors
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I have a 3F bell housing and cover that were powder coated.
 
toy_tek said:
Be sure to hang on to the auto until you’re done w the swap, you’ll likely need small stuff like the plugs from your auto NSS harness.
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On the NSS - this is kind of OT but I had a sh*tty time with my old one - if yours works, SAVE IT even if you pull the plugs from it for your swap. It's 62-specific, NLA and someone might need it if they are keeping the A/T.

I do love the crowdsource vibe of this swap :)
 
majdomo said:
On the NSS - this is kind of OT but I had a sh*tty time with my old one - if yours works, SAVE IT even if you pull the plugs from it for your swap. It's 62-specific, NLA and someone might need it if they are keeping the A/T.

I do love the crowdsource vibe of this swap :)
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I am saving everything I can that makes sense. Great info about the NSS.

The vibe is warm and fuzzy for sure. This place is generally awesome.
 
cruisermatt said:
Some people like to hack up wiring.
Some people like to spend a few dollars to be able to just plug things in
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True. Options are good.
What does your harness go for?
 
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