My 40

[AaronB]

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]

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]

Sweet! I like where this is going 

[GJToyotabug]

ohh nice

[AaronB]

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

[KYOTA]

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]

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]

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

[AaronB]

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]

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

[AaronB]

ill try that. thanks

[superyota]

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]

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]

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

[GJToyotabug]

so did you try it the way i suggested?

[46&2]

Looks sick

[AaronB]

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]

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

[AaronB]

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]

 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]

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]

Good lookin' bead locks..

[Dooner]

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]

Good lookin' bead locks..

Thanks

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]

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]

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]

cool rig  cant wait to see more.

kyle

[younggun83]

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]

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.

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]

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??