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1978 Toyota Landcruiser Fj40. Newly Overhauled Engine. Very Clean! on 2040-cars

Year:1978 Mileage:5400 Color: paint from handling and strorage
Location:

Mountain View, Arkansas, United States

Mountain View, Arkansas, United States

 This FJ40 has had a very thorough refurbishing starting by removing the tub for cleaning and painting frame, overhauling engine and drive train, painting body and installing new interior. I will try my best to describe the FJ as honestly as possible and list those things that have been done and those needing to be done.  I bought this project disassembled and have been there throughout it's reassembly process. Many original OEM parts were used as well as new OEM and aftermarket parts. The engine was overhauled by a reputable shop and was balanced and blue printed during rebuild. It starts easily, runs smoothly and is typical of a well done rebuilt engine. At the same time the transmission, transfer case and both differentials were gone though and brought back to spec. The body is straight and only has very minor scuffs or dents. As you can tell from the pics there are no signs of damage to the undercarriage or body. The front bumper has a small bend on the passenger side. Hard to notice unless you are looking down the length of the bumper. The FJ was moved three times while disassembled prior to my ownership so there are some blemishes in the exterior paint from handling and strorage. It has a good "20 foot" daily driver paint job. There is light to moderate "orange peel" effect in the paint. The paint covers well and has good protection quality. I do not use the term "frame off restoration" because this was not a nut and bolt redo. However great effort was taken to insure it was well done for a daily driver vehicle. I will list what has been done mechanical and appearance wise. Open to all questions about the FJ except what my reserve price will be.

Mechanical:

Engine overhaul with balance and blueprint performed. 
Transmission, differentials and transfer case were inspected and brought back to specs where needed. Shifts smoothly and 4X4 works correctly and hubs turn easily.
 
New:

Brakes
Brake master cylinder
Clutch disc, pressure plate and release bearing
Clutch master and slave cylinder
Shocks
Rear axle bearings and seals
Water pump
Exhaust from header pipe back
Weber carb
HEI distributor
Voltage regulator
Fuel tank (poly) and sending unit
Fuel lines
Equis primary gauges were installed in radio opening with no modification to dash. Didn't trust new engine to old gauges for break in. Can be returned to orig gauge cluster.
Equis Gauges are lighted.
Amp and fuel gauge still hooked up and working on original gauge cluster 
Horns
New speedometer cable. Speedometer and odometer work correctly

Appearance:

New windshield. All other glass is in great shape as well except a scratch in lower passenger window that is light enough it won't show in pics.
Rhino liner inside tub
New weather stripping on top to sides, sides to tub and all doors. Window weather stripping is in very good shape.
All panels were reattached with stainless hardware
New inside door trim panels that match upholstery
New sun visors
New mirrors (These are after market and not the quality of OEM.)
Seat upholstery is not seat covers but done by local shop. Quality material and workmanship. Seat frames were sanded and painted before being recovered.
New door pulls on front doors
New dash pad cover
Front door retainers have been replace with straps similar to Jeep. Easier to get doors off and on.

May have missed a thing or two but those are the main ones.

Things to be done or not working or missing:
Have new headliner still in box that needs to be installed. Tan.  
Windshield wiper motor has power to it from the switch but does not work. Don't have anyone local to check it out.
Center lower dash pad is missing
No radio or antenna
Light switch was replaced with aftermarket switch that did not have rheostat control so gauge cluster lights do not work
Seat belt and brake warning lights are not hooked up
No jack or tools
Windshield washer reservoir has crack and will not hold water. Pump motor works. Radiator overflow tank is solid.
Tires are average mid life

Additional info:

Unknown miles on vehicle. The original odometer showed 72,xxx miles but has been replaced with one that shows 5,xxx miles. The great condition of the FJ would leave me to believe the 72,xxx miles would have been correct. But miles are "unknown". The previous owner was the one who decided to overhaul the engine with the body disassembled and motor off of the frame as it was an easy time to have it done.

Go to http://youtu.be/gDq3UlgzwQQ  to view video of this FJ40 and monkey opening back doors.

Pre purchase inspection and local pickup can be arranged. Buyer has full responsibility for setting up shipping  and all expenses. I will help with loading if needed. $1000 non-refundable deposit due via PayPal within 24 hrs after auction ends. Balance due within 7 days of auction ending. Vehicle will not be released until all funds have been deposited and cleared by my bank. Please ask any questions you may have before bidding. FJ is for sale locally as well. Thanks for looking.    








     

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