The 40 is at the ranch (1 Viewer)

[Jukelemon]

After an 18 hour round trip, the 40 is at the house. Damn mountains suck when your hauling 6000 lbs. (includes trailer).

The 40 runs like a top. Transfer case is flawless in execution. Body was a bit more rough than expected but very sound. Valve cover gasket is leaking. Very squeeky at the moment. Tires were not as described i.e. dead not 50-60%. There is a drag on the vehicle which I suspect are the back brakes.

So, off go the wheels and tires. Paint to the wheels. New tires (by the way, it lists the rim size as 5.5. I assume 9.50's will nut work?). Fix the brakes. New fenders. New turn signal. Rust bullet the frame. Paint the exterior and bang, a solid work horse for the farm and any back country outing.

Juke

 

[Landpimp]

9.5's are fine on 5.5" wheels. Congrats on the 40

 

[tewlman]

I can simpathise, i just drove 1850 miles for a deal on a rust bucket Fj40.
lets see some pics now that its home



PS: got my saginaw ps box today! getting closer

 

[Jukelemon]

Tewl:

Sheesh. I thought my trip was bad. We need to hook up soon. I need some welding work done. What is the going rate down there in your shop?

Thanks.

 

[tewlman]

uhh, as much as I can get!

we'll work something out,first born child or the likes.