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fixed a bad flasher that crapped out on the way back fro Turf-N-Surf and drove her to work.
What have you done to your Land Cruiser this week? (30 Viewers)
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78fj40mg
TLCA #23510
Today I installed the rear spring shims to correct the drive line angles. Used 3* degree Belltech shims and I'm happy to report the drive line angles are once again pretty close to perfect.
Here are a few of before and after pics, used the exact same reference point for taking the before and after pics.
Before
After, sorry for the dark exposure
Before
After
Belltech shims
Unfortunately, I ran out of time since familial matters take precedence over work on the 40 and as such will have to re-schedule a test drive at another time/day to measure success or failure of this mod. The primary reason for the road test is to detect audible and mechanical vibration emanating from the pinion drive line area. I've been experiencing an increasing speed sensitive vibration since the OME springs, with a 2.5-inch lift, installation.
Here are a few of before and after pics, used the exact same reference point for taking the before and after pics.
Before
After, sorry for the dark exposure
Before
After
Belltech shims
Unfortunately, I ran out of time since familial matters take precedence over work on the 40 and as such will have to re-schedule a test drive at another time/day to measure success or failure of this mod. The primary reason for the road test is to detect audible and mechanical vibration emanating from the pinion drive line area. I've been experiencing an increasing speed sensitive vibration since the OME springs, with a 2.5-inch lift, installation.
78fj40mg
TLCA #23510
Also installed several electrical boots which I purchased from @Coolerman
Ignition coil boots installed
Alternator B+ terminal boot installed
Starter +lug boot installed
Ignition coil boots installed
Alternator B+ terminal boot installed
Starter +lug boot installed
Sold my 45 trying to get into the j42 game....
Seeing your truck the day i picked up my 45 headache rack made uo my mind to get myself one! 42 love!!!
Replaced the rear brake cylinders as the passengers side was leaking. Same side I recently replaced a leaking axel seal (did both sides) My daily driver is DIW for a couple of days awaiting rear brake shoes. The drivers side shoes are down to 1/16".
A big thanks to beno! The wheel cylinders arrived in 2.5 days via USPS.
Any one know of a good P/N for a rebuild kit for OEM wheel cylinder. I would like to keep the originals for back up parts for the big South American tour.
I will have to hone a bit to seal the new pistons.
A big thanks to beno! The wheel cylinders arrived in 2.5 days via USPS.
Any one know of a good P/N for a rebuild kit for OEM wheel cylinder. I would like to keep the originals for back up parts for the big South American tour.
I will have to hone a bit to seal the new pistons.
Finally mounted a highlift jack. I welded two studs on the bumperettes, I have a 2 inch body lift so this wont work without a body lift. The stock tire carrier just barely clears...
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After that I picked up my boys from
School and spent a few hours on the lake shore. Beautiful winter day in the PNW with a bald eagle and osprey out fishing as we watched.
nelsonjm624
1973 FJ40, 2F, 3 Spd, Wilwood f/r, 31x10.5R15
A USCG buddy of mine sent me a cool gift in the mail today. Nice addition to the garage.
Back in the daily driver. New shoes installed, drums turned and brakes adjusted.
Nice looking engine compartment. Any details on the fire wall insulation and how you secured it would be appreciated.
Looks fantastic!
Looks fantastic!
I bought 4 of the big sheets (36inches X 46inches) of heatshield products HP Sticky Shield .... You can buy or it comes with seam tape that should be used to seal sides or corners ... You just peal and stick then use a roller ....
The stuff is amazing you can find some cool videos on YouTube about it
KingAir Driver
SILVER Star
Started the tear-down process on the Carb!
A little fun with new parts.
AlaskanWheeler
SILVER Star
I'm assuming this is an Auburn LSD? Very interested in how this performs for you, there isn't a lot of people running these and I'm considering one for my rig.
Yes it is. I'm not interested in lockers (maybe e-lockers one day), especially since it's actually for the other half and will see mare than its fair share of street use. Maybe in a year or so I might have it road worthy..
