Scarlet our 1966 FJ45 LPB Restomod (5 Viewers)

[cppilot]

Having a blast driving this thing. I was skeptical about how I would like the cummins noise wise and vibration wise. I have to say I’m extremely happy so far.

Taking in some of our Fall colors here in Southern Oregon.

 

[xtremeVA]

The noise is is quickly forgotten when you have all that power and great fuel mileage. You built one capable truck.

 

[cppilot]

Thanks Pete, it really has been a fun build….I’ve never had a Land Cruiser “FJ40/45“ that the defroster actually defrosted the window…..this one with the vintage air/heat system Actually does…also can’t wait to get my late model windshield in place and have some real functional wipers.

 

[EWheeler]

Mark, this thing is begging for some City Racer 16" steelies and some hub caps. I gifted away one of your key chain pieces of art i had bought from you previously to a fellow cruishead over the weekend for doing me a solid. I'll be keeping an eye out for a replacement

 

[redfj45can]

 

[cppilot]

Evan, yes some steelies are definitely on the list. I really like the original look with the acorns. I do have some black 15” steelies that I could use but really want 16” steelies so I can get the right tire size.

I do have a few key chains completed but haven’t listed any in a while. I will shoot you a pm and get one out to you.

 

[KT40]

Evan, yes some steelies are definitely on the list. I really like the original look with the acorns. I do have some black 15” steelies that I could use but really want 16” steelies so I can get the right tire size.

I do have a few key chains completed but haven’t listed any in a while. I will shoot you a pm and get one out to you.

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The twin!

 

[cppilot]

Yes, just prior to my ownership.

 

[cppilot]

A couple crappy night shots of the Digital Dakota gauges and the billeted aluminum backlit Vintage Air knobs. I’m in love a little more every day.

 

[cppilot]

Pulled this floor mat out and thought I’d put it in Scarlet but having a real tuff time cutting this one to make it fit. I believe it’s a 74-78. Super nice with only one tiny hole on the left side just left of the small round hole. Researching options for my floor if anyone has any ideas…on a mat.

 

[Michael B]

City Racer may have one to fit your earlier 45.

 

[locklaw]

Pulled this floor mat out and thought I’d put it in Scarlet but having a real tuff time cutting this one to make it fit. I believe it’s a 74-78. Super nice with only one tiny hole on the left side just left of the small round hole. Researching options for my floor if anyone has any ideas…on a mat.

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I think Cruisercult is busy making diamond pattern mats for the early production J4's based off of the fiché drawings.

 

[cppilot]

Christmas tree and wreath bows expedition. I wasn’t getting out of the house this morning without the copilot. She thinks the 45 was made for her……if it moves, she wants in it.

 

[KT40]

That’s precious Mark! I miss my golden.

 

[cppilot]

Thanks Ken, now If she just knew how to clean the truck out and vacuum

 

[cppilot]

I was able to put a few more miles on Scarlet today. Got 24.6 mpg with a trip meter of 115.8 miles. This was mountainous terrain on a two lane road. Mostly around 55-60 mph. Super excited so far. I had about a half hour of night driving and I can’t believe how nice it is to actually see all my gauges without using a flashlight…..The Dakota Digital Gauges...Rock.


Here’s a couple poser shots… waiting on some Alcan Custom Springs…

 

[cppilot]

Special delivery of a Christmas tree to a friend. “Any excuse to drive the 45”

 

[sofj45]

hey Mark the weather got nice again so had to take mine out for a drive too. about 150 miles today

 

[cppilot]

Very cool Mason, I love the big island .

 

[cppilot]

These are for you Mason, the big island is really cool but I’ll bet you are missing a little of this Oregon weather…