Author Topic: My 40 (Read 55479 times)

AaronB · « **on:** May 04, 2009, 07:05:54 PM »

Couldnt find my original build so I started another one. Now that im just down to one rig I can focus on getting it done.

Specs:

72' FJ40
oem front axle with mini knuckles/outers, Marlin chromo 27 spline axles and birfs.
Non US model fj60 rear FF with custom chromo 30 spline axle shafts
ARB lockers front and rear/ stock 4.10gears
02´chevy 5.3 vortec engine approx. 25k
sm420 tranny
AA rockbox mated to a stock t-case

AaronB · « **Reply #1 on:** May 04, 2009, 07:07:56 PM »

got some metal today for the roll cage 2". And ordered tires, irok bias ply 36/13.5/17 they are going on 4Dees old rims.

46&2 · « **Reply #2 on:** May 04, 2009, 07:09:27 PM »

Sweet! I like where this is going

GJToyotabug · « **Reply #3 on:** May 05, 2009, 11:18:25 AM »

ohh nice

AaronB · « **Reply #4 on:** May 05, 2009, 01:00:31 PM »

thanks guys, hopefully she will be done soon. got the new shoes today, i will post pics up after work.

KYOTA · « **Reply #5 on:** May 05, 2009, 01:10:21 PM »

looks good bud and I like the simplicity of the sliders but dont you think they'd be more effective with the wider flair towards the rear? not knockin just my

edit: you're probably going for more clearance/protection of the a pillar/ windshield frame?

AaronB · « **Reply #6 on:** May 05, 2009, 01:31:23 PM »

Quote from: KYOTA on May 05, 2009, 01:10:21 PM

looks good bud and I like the simplicity of the sliders but dont you think they'd be more effective with the wider flair towards the rear? not knockin just my

edit: you're probably going for more clearance/protection of the a pillar/ windshield frame?

my neighbor is building them. i asked the same thing but he has been running his the same way for years and they have worked great. ill have to try them out and give the field test when the rig is running

NorCalToy · « **Reply #7 on:** May 05, 2009, 04:40:34 PM »

looks like a good build. you could always just switch the sliders to the opposite sides if it doesnt work like they are.

AaronB · « **Reply #8 on:** May 05, 2009, 04:42:45 PM »

tryting to mount these pigs, pain in the ass with only 1 pry bar. I think ill try to take them to the tire store tomorrow, i dont know if they will mount them though because there beadlocks.

GJToyotabug · « **Reply #9 on:** May 05, 2009, 04:50:44 PM »

your supposed to set the wheel on the ground and use lots and lots of soap

AaronB · « **Reply #10 on:** May 05, 2009, 05:10:07 PM »

ill try that. thanks

superyota · « **Reply #11 on:** May 05, 2009, 05:17:28 PM »

have got the wiring on the 5.3 done? if not, let me know. the shop i use to work at does stand alone harness and ecu set ups on those and they are pretty cheap if your interested.

AaronB · « **Reply #12 on:** May 05, 2009, 06:20:20 PM »

Quote from: superyota on May 05, 2009, 05:17:28 PM

have got the wiring on the 5.3 done? if not, let me know. the shop i use to work at does stand alone harness and ecu set ups on those and they are pretty cheap if your interested.

cool, i have a harness but its not in yet.

AaronB · « **Reply #13 on:** May 05, 2009, 10:38:12 PM »

got one almost complete, decided to change the color to hammered black

GJToyotabug · « **Reply #14 on:** May 06, 2009, 07:27:14 AM »

so did you try it the way i suggested?

46&2 · « **Reply #15 on:** May 06, 2009, 09:35:48 AM »

Looks sick

AaronB · « **Reply #16 on:** May 06, 2009, 08:49:13 PM »

Quote from: GJToyotabug on May 06, 2009, 07:27:14 AM

so did you try it the way i suggested?

yeah, but had no luck. i went back the first way and just kept on trucking till i got it.

John101477 · « **Reply #17 on:** May 06, 2009, 09:01:59 PM »

oh that thing is gonna be sweet. i look forward to seein more of this build

AaronB · « **Reply #18 on:** May 07, 2009, 11:41:14 AM »

Quote from: John101477 on May 06, 2009, 09:01:59 PM

oh that thing is gonna be sweet. i look forward to seein more of this build

Thanks , me to. It has been sitting for a few years now

4.3 headache · « **Reply #19 on:** May 08, 2009, 09:42:47 AM »

Nice cruiser! I like it.

I just sold my 70' to a friend. Just had no time to do anything with it. Now that this is your only project,
Hopefully you can get er done.

I'm curious though, why the sm420? Is it just cause you've got it?
Great trans just kinda old school.

AaronB · « **Reply #20 on:** May 08, 2009, 10:51:36 AM »

Quote from: 4.3 headache on May 08, 2009, 09:42:47 AM

Nice cruiser! I like it.

I just sold my 70' to a friend. Just had no time to do anything with it. Now that this is your only project,
Hopefully you can get er done.

I'm curious though, why the sm420? Is it just cause you've got it?
Great trans just kinda old school.

Thanks

Basically because it has fairly low gearing, but they are easy to work on and easy to find parts for. I really wanted to go with an automatic but the wheel base is so short it just didnt make since right now. Im sure down the road when i decide to stretch it and get 1 tons, the drivetrain will change also.

MoabFJ · « **Reply #21 on:** May 19, 2009, 12:04:05 PM »

Good lookin' bead locks..

Dooner · « **Reply #22 on:** May 20, 2009, 04:48:53 PM »

Keep the 420
A) With a good clutch they are rock solid. Autos overheat, leak fluid, start fires, slip and die.
B) The manual can be bump started, with the auto your dead in the water if the battery goes.
C) If your motor stalls, you can use the starter to get you on flat ground, with the auto ur stuck

AaronB · « **Reply #23 on:** May 21, 2009, 08:22:30 PM »

Quote from: MoabFJ on May 19, 2009, 12:04:05 PM

Good lookin' bead locks..

Thanks

Quote from: Dooner on May 20, 2009, 04:48:53 PM

Keep the 420
A) With a good clutch they are rock solid. Autos overheat, leak fluid, start fires, slip and die.
B) The manual can be bump started, with the auto your dead in the water if the battery goes.
C) If your motor stalls, you can use the starter to get you on flat ground, with the auto ur stuck

Oh yeah, im definitly keeping it.

Atlas43 · « **Reply #24 on:** Jun 01, 2009, 12:01:37 PM »

Not a big fan of purple, but that color looks kinda cool. Don't see too many 40's that color. Are you gonna keep it that way or paint it?

AaronB · « **Reply #25 on:** Jun 01, 2009, 02:35:05 PM »

Purple! its actually a burgundy, but yeah it will be painted something else. not sure what color yet though, that is last on my list.

kyot4x4 · « **Reply #26 on:** Jul 24, 2009, 11:50:56 PM »

cool rig cant wait to see more.

kyle

younggun83 · « **Reply #27 on:** Aug 14, 2009, 04:00:17 PM »

Quote from: Aaronb on May 05, 2009, 04:42:45 PM

tryting to mount these pigs, pain in the ass with only 1 pry bar. I think ill try to take them to the tire store tomorrow, i dont know if they will mount them though because there beadlocks.

hey im looking for some beadlocks what kind are yours

AaronB · « **Reply #28 on:** Aug 16, 2009, 12:40:07 PM »

Quote from: kyot4x4 on Jul 24, 2009, 11:50:56 PM

cool rig cant wait to see more.

kyle

thanks, actually making some changes today. we are pulling the 5.3 for now until i can afford all the extras that are needed to get it running. And putting in a good ol' carbed 350. Should have it running today, then i can focus on fininshing everything else.

Quote from: younggun83 on Aug 14, 2009, 04:00:17 PM

hey im looking for some beadlocks what kind are yours

i bought them used, not to sure what make they are, but im fairly sure they came from 4wheelparts.com . The beadlocks are the weld on type.

younggun83 · « **Reply #29 on:** Aug 16, 2009, 04:17:45 PM »

i bought them used, not to sure what make they are, but im fairly sure they came from 4wheelparts.com . The beadlocks are the weld on type.
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do you know what kind of weld on ones they are??

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