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1973 Fj55 Toyota Land Cruiser Fj55 V-8 Powered on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:12222
Location:

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
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This 1973 Toyota Land Cruiser (VIN FJ5530025) benefits from a recent, good driver quality restoration including new paint, upgraded seats, disc brakes, power steering, and fitment of a 300 HP, 350 cubic-inch small block Chevy V8 mated to a fresh Toyota 4-speed manual. The truck has clean, solid floors, frame rails and rockers with rust limited to some moderate bubbling found mostly along the drip rails. It’s currently running and driving well and looks great in the factory green/cream color scheme. 
It is now available in Salt Lake City, Utah
Two tones work very well with these trucks, and both the medium green and cream components of this combo are well chosen. Panels looks solid and straight with good fit, though several paint imperfections can be seen in different places, the worst of which seems to be a half inch nick with rust on the front, outer corner of the driver’s side hood bulge. Matte gray Icon-style wheels are a great choice and wear fresh rubber, the stock front bumper has been replaced with a quality ARB bull bar, and a Reese Class III trailer hitch resides in back.
Inside, seats are upgraded modern buckets for increased safety and long distance comfort. A simple Grant three spoke leather steering wheel looks good here, as do door panels with upholstery matched to the seats, and a large, clean cargo area.
Underhood, the largely stock 350 makes a nice round 300 HP thanks in part to a large Edelbrock carb, and the engine is tight, leak free and strong running. A red top Optima battery is a nice option, and with the dramatically increased power on offer this FJ55 should be capable of freeway merges with ease.
In addition to a fresh Toyota 4-speed, other driveline maintenance includes a fresh transfer case, clutch, and all new driveshafts as of May, 2013. A 40-gallon fuel tank is more than adequate, while the power steering and disc brakes make for substantial driveability improvements on these rigs.
Just back from a trip to the local shop for $2,800 worth of upgrades and repairs to insure that the new buyer will have a ride ready rig, here is a list of some of the services performed…

  • New Valve Cover Gasket Set
  • New Power Steering Pump
  • All four Wheel Cylinders
  • Emergency Brake Shoe
  • Repair Horn
  • Replace Front Crankshaft Seal
  • Replace Valve Cover Gaskets
  • Replace Power Steering Pump
  • Replace Power Steering Gear
  • Repair Rear Brakes
  • Replace Park Brake Shoes and Transfer Case Rear Output Seal


Still trying to figure out why the turn signals are not operating correctly. Looks like the new owner will have something to tinker with to make him happy.

Buyer is responsible for pickup or delivery. I will work with you or your agent to help you get your new Classic Cruiser delivered to your home.

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