Rebuilding a built '73 (1 Viewer)

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OK, so here we are again... this time I'm updating an already built '73 FJ-40
The specs on it as it sits here
1973 FJ-40
ENGINE: LT-1
TRANS: TH400
T-CASE: D300(Twin-stick'd, HD output rear)
FRONT AXLE: HP-DANA 60 (Center section moved to pass side, lock'd)
REAR AXLE: 14-BOLT (welded)
FRONT SUSPENSION: Leaf Springs
REAR SUSPENSION: 4-link w/ FOX air shox
STEERING: Full Hydro
TIRES: 42" IROKS on 17" wheels
BEADLOCKS: STAUN INTERNALS
CAGE: Hum...yea...Needs work?...yea
SEATS: Hunsukar...comfy
Ignition panel..12 volt guy
ALUMINIUM FUEL CELL

WHAT I'M DOING TO IT:
The D300 needs lower gears...so the owner got a 4:1 LOMAX gearset, HD output shaft for the front, and a rebuild kit.

The transmission needs some attention also...it leaks like a headgasket on a 6.0 Powerstroke SO...off to the transmission shop it goes..gonna have it gone through, checked, and maybe a minor build on it.

Driveshafts...they seperate when the axles droop...gonna need longer spline...might end up with square tube shafts...and bigger U-joints...probably a CV shaft in the front.

Rear suspension...it works pretty well. But why leave well-enough alone? Lets change the Fox shocks to 16" S-A-W Remote Res. coilovers with dual rates and while we are at it lets redesign the shock towers.

Front suspension...Leafs are so...pre-2000 We got a 3-link kit from Proffitts Cruisers. And to keep the front of the -40 elevated, yep 16" RR S-A-W's. The front axle is getting pushed 2" forward to help with the approach angle.

CAGE...It would work to keep you from being smashed. BUT, it needs a major overhaul (IMHO). The area directly over your head is completly open..big enough for a rock to snake its way on to your melon...So, off it comes and I get to work my magic with my bender again.

BODY...the owner also purchased aluminum doors and windshield frame for it..so they will be getting installed. The windshield frame will be guarded by the new cage. All the stickers are gonna be removed and a new coat of paint, Safety yellow, will be shot on it.


PICTURE TIME

 

[Grade8]

...it leaks like a headgasket on a 6.0 Powerstroke

Was this quote ment for me ya tard licker?

 

[R.K.]

That's an interesting looking Cruiser. Can't wait to see what it looks like when you're done with it!

 

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Tranny is out..what a bitch. It took way too long to get that bastard out.

My gigantic pile 'o kitty litter to clean up the ATF that was all over the floor

Trans out

Here is a pic of what is under the hood

Pics of D300 guts

Proffitts Cruisers Links

Cage is coming off tomorrow(I hope)

I have worked on quite a few vehicles...I have never been constantly put in pain like this -40 is doing to me. It seems like every time I turn around it is making me bleed and kicking my ass.

 

[StretchASU]

Some Tampax should fix your bleeding problem Justin...

Hope to actually get down there this week and help ya out some on this beatch.

 

[projektdotnet]

subscribe, (drooling over this one)

 

[slickrock]

I dig the body lines on that, especially how the tail end was done. I am looking forward to your progress.

 

[Sputnik40]

Faaaawke, looks like an awesome setup now - you're just making it even better. Rubs salt in the wounds for what us average budget folk are trying to catch up to....


Looks great in the pics - after the fixes on issues you identify, plus the font 3-link it's gonna be an insane full size rig! Will be tuning in and paying attention!

 

[codyjh]

This rig is sexy and its gon' be even fancier when youre done with it! Maybe I will get to ride in it again. Maybe.

 

[BELMONT148]

Justin, you keep posting this nice work on here and I am going to just trailer my rig to you from Charleston and let you build me a cage, front stinger, and rear track bar. Can't wait for some updates.

Jeremy

 

[Tapage]

LoMax 4:1 in a D300 looks on my better dreams .. susbcribing to this build ..

 

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here's a bump

 

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[Z()LTAN]

that rear axle looks bent, i would be checking that if i were you

 

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I hope you werent serious about the rear axle...lol....the rear axle is getting replaced...all new disc brake brackets, new SniperFabWorks rear truss/diff cover and link tabs...hence the reason it is gutted..no shafts, or chunk

 

[Tapage]

I like your rear suspension block !

Nice build dude ..

 

[Z()LTAN]

aww u got me

 

[attatoy]

your tranny cooler lines look like ass.....put a rag on that nasty s*** before you take pics.!

 

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your tranny cooler lines look like ass.....put a rag on that nasty **** before you take pics.!

yea...I know....gotta keep nasty s*** outta the rebuilt tranny until I get around to fixing that issue


Here's what has been done to it(by me)
4:1 D300
32 spline output
flat belly
new x-member
belly pan
new rear links
new front suspension
new shock hoops
new back half
new cage
new steering: double ended ram, lines, 32 oz resovior
SFW front axle gusset, double ended ram mount, diff covers
new front winch mount
fender flares removed and replaced with tubing
new front bumper
new trans tunnel
SIMS bedliner in the tub
aluminum windshield frame
seat mounts
fuel cell mounts
cleaned up the wiring mess
fixed mangled oil pan
1410 series yokes on both axles

Still left to do:
tierods
wiring mess
add some more bedliner in a few places
paint cage
paint body
new hood
door skins
engine bar(ties from shock hoop to shock hoop)
Harnesses
Driveshafts
14 Bolt work(new disc brake brackets, new truss, diff cover, link mounts, pinion guard, etc)
c/o mounts in the rear
odds and ends on the back half
Brakelines

 

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1973 FJ-40
LT-1
New Exhaust
NEW TH-400
D300(rebuilt all new..4:1, 32 sp output)
2 piece front driveshaft
HP KP 60 cut and flipped to the passenger side
4.10
detroit
35 spline shafts
rock crusher driveflanges
new bearings
new brakes
new brake lines
new double ended ram
new tie-rods
new steering
custom Sniper Fab truss/ double ended ram mount/ diff cover
C&C 14 bolt
4.10
lock-rite
disc brake conversion
new brake calipers
new brake lines
Sniper Fab truss amd diff cover
new hiems and links
NEW 16" Sway-A-Way coilovers in the front, dual rate, 300/150, remote res
NEW 14" Sway-A-Way AirShox in the rear
Proffits Cruisers 3-link front(modified) to 4-link
Ramsey 9500
12volt guy panel
12volt guy winch panel
new cage
Hunsaker racing seats
Cheetah STS Shifter
Professionally lined floor
New stereo and speakers
42x14x17 IROKS
Eagle Alloy 17's
toolbox
Aluminum windshield frame
new soft top
new paint
$16,500
located in NC