your 3 top modifications on your 60 wagon
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As you asked about mods.
That really depends on you and what you want to do with your rig.
I guess the only real mod I did that mattered was modifying the charcoal canister and hoses to fit a GM canister (Toyota OEM is long gone).
That is it. Everything else I could have not done and been happy.
What I did.
1. Rear full floating axle (I hate c-clips)
2. Long range fuel tank (400+ miles between fill ups)
3. Winch bumper and winch up front
Other
1. Rear swing out rear bumper
2. New radio
3. 4runner wipers and arm
4. Headlight upgrade (lucky enough to have one from slcfj62 when he still made them)
I did other things like the springs, but the old ones were shot so this is more of a mechanical repair.
Also I am putting in a H55f, only because I got a great deal on one with a splitcase and my H42 sounds like it is going to explode in 4th. Otherwise it would have stayed.
Of all of the mods and changes above (after all mechanical fixes) the only one I would not swap for anything is the long range tank. Some will argue that you do not need it, but after having one in a 60 and then in my F150, it is a real treat.
That really depends on you and what you want to do with your rig.
I guess the only real mod I did that mattered was modifying the charcoal canister and hoses to fit a GM canister (Toyota OEM is long gone).
That is it. Everything else I could have not done and been happy.
What I did.
1. Rear full floating axle (I hate c-clips)
2. Long range fuel tank (400+ miles between fill ups)
3. Winch bumper and winch up front
Other
1. Rear swing out rear bumper
2. New radio
3. 4runner wipers and arm
4. Headlight upgrade (lucky enough to have one from slcfj62 when he still made them)
I did other things like the springs, but the old ones were shot so this is more of a mechanical repair.
Also I am putting in a H55f, only because I got a great deal on one with a splitcase and my H42 sounds like it is going to explode in 4th. Otherwise it would have stayed.
Of all of the mods and changes above (after all mechanical fixes) the only one I would not swap for anything is the long range tank. Some will argue that you do not need it, but after having one in a 60 and then in my F150, it is a real treat.
Do you feel the weight of a full tank of fuel when you accelerate?
Nope but then I have heavy springs in the rear, even then loaded I do not.
I've added weight and still not felt it. Especially now with the h55f, the truck feels invincible until I try to climb a hill at moderate speed in 5th.
A bigger tank and the extra fuel at 6.3 lbs/gallon would add about 100-120 lbs to the back of the truck. Not as bad as I thought.
1hdt will give you about 400 miles between fills on the stock tank. just saying! 
Essential mods for me (after repairs / replacing everything that wasnt working priperly and cutting out all rust £££) and using it for 75 miles commute daily and occasional tracks:
LED headlamp bulbs and Reverse Lamps
BMW X3 manual seats + Torfab Brackets
OME light duty springs / shox with Toyota rubber bushings
New BFG 31” all round
New stereo and speakers and aerial to pick up the Cricket more easily!
Next planned mods for (we do lots of camping trips) convenience:
DC to DC charger + Leisure battery and fridge / freezer
Remote locking / alarm
LED headlamp bulbs and Reverse Lamps
BMW X3 manual seats + Torfab Brackets
OME light duty springs / shox with Toyota rubber bushings
New BFG 31” all round
New stereo and speakers and aerial to pick up the Cricket more easily!
Next planned mods for (we do lots of camping trips) convenience:
DC to DC charger + Leisure battery and fridge / freezer
Remote locking / alarm
Ya but my tank was cheap as I picked it up used, even then new it is not to bad for price. How much is that 1hdt going to cost to convert?1hdt will give you about 400 miles between fills on the stock tank. just saying!
it’s not cheap unfortunately. engines go for $7000 and that’s not rebuild. i got a good price on one from japan and had it installed with h55. i did an entire rebuild of my truck and cost more than i’ll ever sell it for but i don’t plan on selling it and it made it a truck that i loved driving at 80km/hr or less into a truck that has no limitations. i had a tired 3fe so this engine has great power and very fuel efficient considering what its in!
Now that the knuckle rebuild, galley plug mod, Bluetooth radio upgrade, transmission cooler, brass shifter bushings, and baselining (fluids, compressor rebuild, tie rods, steering stabilizer, exhaust leaks, etc.) are done I'm starting to prioritize other mods/nice to haves. And that is with the advantage of getting a truck that was very well maintained and documented.
I plan to keep it close to stock but next upgrade planned is h4/h1+wiring harness and new 31x10.5rs next year. Also want to do new shackle bushings and shocks.
My springs don't sag but maybe they are tired? After all theses posts I'm wondering if I need to reprioritize and just go full OME. Where I live is riddled with terrible roads and just chocked it up to that.
I plan to keep it close to stock but next upgrade planned is h4/h1+wiring harness and new 31x10.5rs next year. Also want to do new shackle bushings and shocks.
My springs don't sag but maybe they are tired? After all theses posts I'm wondering if I need to reprioritize and just go full OME. Where I live is riddled with terrible roads and just chocked it up to that.
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1. Toyota Corolla front seats
2. Waeco fridge in-between the front seats
3. Redarc combo boost / EGT / coolant temp gauge
Things I use every time I drive it (every day!)
Already is a 5 speed manual 12ht - otherwise those would be 1 and 2!
2. Waeco fridge in-between the front seats
3. Redarc combo boost / EGT / coolant temp gauge
Things I use every time I drive it (every day!)
Already is a 5 speed manual 12ht - otherwise those would be 1 and 2!
murf
Lifer
when I had my 60, some of the more simpler and practicle mods were
1) upgraded seats - if I were to do it again today, Id get the seat brackets from MUD to allow for the BMW seats out of a junkyard
2) rear sway bar from a 62
3) H4 headlight housings with upgraded LED bulbs for much better lighting
1) upgraded seats - if I were to do it again today, Id get the seat brackets from MUD to allow for the BMW seats out of a junkyard
2) rear sway bar from a 62
3) H4 headlight housings with upgraded LED bulbs for much better lighting
g-man
SILVER Star
I will say I waited way too long to take my driver's seat to local upholstery shop to get new foam and vinyl. MUCH nicer to go on long rides. Probably the most bang for your buck here.
CenTXFJ60
SILVER Star
I could use up the next two pages bullet pointing what I did...but the best 3 are the NOS 12HT, new H55 and the hidden vacuum cut off so no one can steal Frankenstein 
. At least they can't drive off with it.
. At least they can't drive off with it.
So far Split radiator shroud and interior and exterior LED light conversion. no number 3 yet.
So far:
Window tint. I miss the wide open vistas, but my god, was it a terrarium in the sun!
New suspension.
Armrest/console.
There are a few more, but those are more for camping.
Window tint. I miss the wide open vistas, but my god, was it a terrarium in the sun!
New suspension.
Armrest/console.
There are a few more, but those are more for camping.
Gretsch
SILVER Star
I've been lucky to purchase my truck with the PO having fixed a lot of the major things on it. So far for me its been little things that have made all the difference:
BT Radio
Cup holders
USB Ports
Many things on the list but these were great add-ons to make the truck just a touch more modern.
BT Radio
Cup holders
USB Ports
Many things on the list but these were great add-ons to make the truck just a touch more modern.
