Podcast articles thinking of building a nice fj40 for daily driver in the near future. In a brick building in downtown salt lake city are 60 historical land. A beginners guide for dreamers who want to import an iconic toyota fj40 to the states starts with not trying to do it alone. Its got drum brakes all around and a 3speed tranny. See more ideas about toyota fj40, toyota and land cruiser. With an international pedigree like a land rover, the rugged simplicity of a jeep and swagger like an old bronco. This video is an overview of a build that precision restorations completed recently. Black dog traders custom land cruiser 40 series built to. The fj companys aspen project makes for a perfect modern land cruiser.
Which toyota land cruiser is the best toyota land cruiser. Restorations welcome to cruiser solutions of hampstead, new hampshire. When i have the money i am soooooo going to build one of these. Do they have the power side bolsters in the driver s or is that only for m cars. We will finance all land cruisers we offer 100% financing, low interest rates, 2 day turnaround. So he left the hoses from the evaporator open ended. Here at the fj company, we share that enthusiasm and love of these iconic vehicles. Errols fj40 build thread australian ls1 and holden forums. Select from one of our 40 series models below, or work with us to build your own custom 60 or 70 series rig. To see ads from the march, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news. Long story short we took the body of a 1967 toyota fj40, shortened it, but it on top of the chassis and.
The custom ac hose build page is to allow customers to purchase. It was a pretty good buy as it has an engineering certificate, lpg certificate, roadworthy certificate and a full. I live in clujnapoca, romania and im at the moment in london looking for spare parts which i cant find in romania. Well my wife called it an eyesore, my neighbor called it an ugly jp, and the tow truck driver who delivered it called it one heavy beast. There is a little surface oxidation when you open the cargo tailgate near the lower hinges, all glass and light lenses are in great condition. An uncle once owned a 1977 fj40 that ritch was fond of, so the 76 land cruiser was the perfect build project. The classic 1973 land cruiser fj40 gets a modern makeover without destroying its essential. For the 4wheel drive enthusiast, it offers unparalleled suspension articulation, little to no axle wrap, if done correctly and needed adjustability as it relates to axle alignment and caster too.
There are no holes or weak spots that i can find on this cruiser and the steel under the diamond plate is still in great condition. Is an excellent daily driver, reliable in all temperatures with tpi injection. This vehicle, the bj25, was the first prototype to the fj40. Beginning in 1960, toyota began to export the fj40 into the united states. This is why everyone wants an fj40 toyota land cruiser jalopnik. Feel free to submit your rig to be the next toyota land cruiser of the day. Ive never met an fj40 owner who didnt love his truck. Toyota land cruiser 5 out of 5 stars 1 product rating 1 product ratings arb for 0714 land cruiser nitrocharger rear driver or passenger med. Mar, 2017 the original land cruiser wins the award for most likely to be confused with a jeep, as the vast majority of people even car enthusiasts are stunned to find out its a toyota land cruiser. Dec 21, 2018 this is an exploratory process and will be an engaging and humorous journey as we take this vehicle from nonop to daily driver. Toyota overbuilt them from the factory to ensure their dependability in the toughest environments.
Weve spent thousands of hours pouring over each detail, perfecting what we believe to be the best custombuilt 40 series land cruiser. This oil billionaire is building the worlds largest superyacht and claims it will help. This is why everyone wants an fj40 toyota land cruiser. Our goal is to build classic conversion vehicles that our customers want to use as daily drivers. Land cruisers reimagined with modern performance, power, and comfort at our shop in dallas, tx.
As the toyota fj40 market settles, now might be the time to buy. Arb for 0714 land cruiser nitrocharger rear driver or passenger med. Fj companys fj40 is the toyota land cruiser you really want. Thinking of building a nice fj40 for daily driver in the. Originally barn kept on a ranch in the texas hill country, never seen snow or a beach. I removed the skidpan, and drive shafts to get ready to remove the old engine and transmission. Trevor ritchs crawlorado vintage 76 land cruiser fj40. For sale 1971 toyota landcruiser fj40 daily driver for. Daily man up photos whiskey trucks outdoors motorcycles man stuff knives guns cars alcohol.
Hot rodinspired this fj40s oneofakind design draws heavily from the world of custom hot rods, toy trucks, and land cruisers of yore. With an upgraded powertrain and an abundance of classic luxuries, this classic 4x4 has been transformed into a rugged multitasker. Hey guys, thought i might as well post up a build thread for my fj40 seeing as i never got around to posting one up properly for the vx. The goal was to build classic conversion vehicles that could be used as daily drivers. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. Build was also featured in 4wdtoyotaowner magazine. Youll quickly notice her quick wit and keen sense of automotive humor and i know youll love her articles as much as i do. I acquired this truck in the above condition from my younger brother shawn in august 1998 after he went through a divorce.
Sep 18, 2014 when you want to have fun with it, just push it harder along a twisty road to let the chassis qualities really shine, or go to an empty parking lot and hoon like a little kid who just got his drivers license definitely one of the best classic cars to drive daily. This is my daily driver and my only car, and is as reliable as a daily driver must be. It is red and black, classic and modern an fj40 custombuilt for casual driving in the rocky mountain town of aspen, colorado. We offer a comprehensive list of high quality and brandnamed aftermarket parts. Mileage is terrible 812mpg but i only drive 8k miles a year, so not a huge adjustment.
Purchased in april 2015 from mecum auto auction in houston, texas for my son to drive when he visits from the west coast. Find used 1974 toyota fj40 land cruiser daily driver or light restoration project in golden, colorado, united states. It definitely had its pros and cons and when i realized that it was a bit of a death trap it was time to make a change. Authentic classic land cruisers, custombuilt for todays driver. How times have changed for the toyota land cruiser fj40. Driving the fj with description, 1978 toyota fj40 youtube.
No personal experience obviously but there are infinite ways to build one up for all sorts of different uses. The hagerty classic truck valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1969 toyota land cruiser fj40v and assess the current state of the classic truck market. We post new toyota land cruiser pictures and stories each week. Thinking of building a nice fj40 for daily driver in the near future. To inquire about this fj40 please fill out the form here. Among the busy highways and riverside parkways in upstate new york, this fj40 rides again. What started out innocently enough as restoring his grandfathers tired 1982 fj40 snowballed into building factoryspec restored vintage land cruisers to flip at auctions as a side business. Frontrear arb locking differentials, warn bumper and winch with piaa lights, wired for roof rack lights, 5new bfg 33x9. Our abilities and resources are unrivaled, and we are proud to create the worlds finest fjs, restored to meet a variety of tastes and needs, from stock to highly modified configurations.
In contrast to the older vehicles, it has independent front suspension and an array of electronic driver aids, including many designed to help offroad. Its not fitting my needwant to get off road or onto forest roads. The land cruiser is the perfect project car editors note. Find 1977 toyota land cruisers for sale on oodle classifieds. Project wrong way 1 restoring a 1972 fj40 toyota landcruiser. Its warm here all year, so i pulled off the topdoors and run with just a bimini top. Would like to hear from those that have a fj40 that is their daily driver to let me know if im being unreasonable in my wants. We can finance all land cruisers we offer 100% financing, low interest rates, 2 day turnaround. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Jul 17, 2014 not surprisingly, ritchs offroad flirtation turned into a fullfledged love over time, resulting in the purchase of his first 4. This fzj80 received a stage 1 exterior refinish, 6 lift, part time 4 wheel drive conversion, low range gears, arbs and much much more. We take pride in being makers and being surrounded by makers. Shop by department, purchase cars, fashion apparel, collectibles, sporting goods, cameras, baby items, and everything else on ebay, the worlds online marketplace. I need an oil cooler, bushes for the leaf springs and some other parts.
Offroad obsession photos suburban men toyota fj40, toyota. Find used 1974 toyota fj40 land cruiser daily driver or. Too often we have found that even a fully restore vehicle doesnt drive as good as it looks. All photos 202 finished vehicle restoration process before restoration. Id like to receive the forbes daily dozen newsletter to get the top 12 headlines every morning. But that would be like dating adele and never asking her to sing. Texas who wanted an fj40 for his daily drive and the occasional offroad adventure. It was our pleasure to assist our client with this build one we know he will enjoy for years to come. Apr 29, 2011 hello gentlemen i have a 1978 fj40 which i have owned since new. I drove a 77 cj5 as a daily driver but that was 16 years ago. Repairs are cheaper than on my previous car lotus elise, but. Whether you want an fj40,fj45, fj60, or a hj47 immaculately restored to original condition, or a totally custom cruiser, our experience, craftsmanship and highly personalized customer service will deliver the cruiser you dream about.
Street time in the icon fj40 shows its a vehicle you could leave on the road its entire life and happily use as a daily driver. With focus ranging from expedition outfitting, utility. From the fj40 to the land cruiser heritage edition, these toyota beasts. Who left their daily driversedan for a land cruiser. Its the obvious choice for those seeking a reliable daily driver. To provide an idea of what goes into a build like this we have documented our 1974 toyota fj402007 toyota fj cruiser conversion. I live in a rural area and its fine for the back country roads around here. The vintage air guy i used knew that my application was a bit different from the straight fj40 conversion they sell. All in all, a great fj40 for trail riding, daily driving, or as a candidate for restoration.
This now classic land cruiser model is so much bang for the buck when it comes to daily driver comfort and off road drivability. View attachment 1932719 view attachment 1932720 view attachment 1932721 view attachment 1932722. Im rebuilding my dream car, a beatup 1989 toyota land cruiser. Buy it at a fraction of that and she is ready to enjoy, now. Build a custom 1967 toyota fj40 in 150 seconds youtube. From what i understand it would probably be better to go with a 3b or 3bt engine as a daily driver for reasonable fuel economy figures, but is it too ticky. The interior including the original seat covers, carpets, headliner, door panels, dash bezel are in excellent condition. Find used 1977 fj40 landcruiser daily driver rock crawler in.
Driver runs over man, killing him, after the two were. Truck gets a lot of attention and end up talking to someone anywhere i go in it. We drive every toyota land cruiser generation and pick a favorite. I know its not ls1 based, but it does have a v8 in it. I purchased this rig from the person that built it about a year ago. Classic toyota land cruisers go for record prices at 20 auctions 1978 toyota land cruiser fj40 coolest vintage cars on sale this winter pg.
Mar 15, 2016 the classic toyota land cruiser fj60 and fj62 series are getting up in age, but with the right maintenance and modifications, they can still make a trusty daily driver or weekend wheeler. Do they have the power side bolsters in the drivers or is that only for m cars. We are deeply focused on delivering authentic, highend custom land cruisers creating modern versions of this classic ride for todays driver. The configurator is better than many automaker sites. I originally purchased the following fj40 in may this year as a bit of a project car. To provide an idea of what goes into a build like this we have documented our 1974 toyota fj40 2007 toyota fj cruiser conversion. The toyota land cruiser j40, is a series of land cruisers made by toyota from 1960 until 2001. I have zero experience but im working with a guy who has a ton of restoration experience with older 2wd cars. Often criticized for the departure since solid front axle design in favor of more comfortable and easier to produce independent front suspension ifs, although that will not be an issue for most drivers. Our services include advising and guiding our clients in choosing the right parts and upgrades based on their driving needs, because we understand the importance of building a perfect dream truck is very important and personal to every driver. Taking a 1975 toyota land cruiser fj40 on a drive in st. A custom v8 us model 1979 toyota fj40 land cruiser.
Tlc offers our restoration and design services for your cruiser or one we secure for you. Our goal is to build classic conversion vehicles that our customers want to use as daily driver s. If you really want a daily driver i think a jeep tj wrangler would work nicely. Are you interested in an fj40 link kit, similar to my mini truck stuff.
After world war ii, the japanese security forces needed a vehicle that was capable of going into the rugged hill country and contracted with toyota to build this vehicle for them. But if you had any interest in exploring the vast desert that lay just beyond the pavement. The 10 best classic cars to drive daily petrolicious. Of course, its age means its also the most mechanically simple land cruiser. Oct 15, 2019 lotus is building an entrylevel car for daily use. Project wrong way 5 fj40 driveshafts and the wrong. This land cruiser is one that finds its courage in contrast and bold details. Once upon a time, the fj40 was an old farm hand, a rugged master of function that. Build your own fj40 or fj43, and view our gallery of completed builds. The classic toyota land cruiser fj60 and fj62 series are getting up in age, but with the right maintenance and modifications, they can still make a trusty daily driver or weekend wheeler. Inspired by a tonka truck the client had as a child, and custombuilt for more grownup pursuits, this familyfriendly fj40 is ready for just about anything. Im building the landcruiser to be my driver, and overlander. Oct 17, 2018 please subscribe to our channel 1984 toyota land cruiser fj43 bodyoff restoration project from the moment we laid eyes on this fj43, we knew it would be an exciting project. This one is a great driver, cruises at 70mph smoothly, she is ready for the road.