here we go again
 

So ... well that just opened up a big can pf worms cause now other sh$%$#! just wont do.

New suspension
New rebuilt GM 5 Speed NV4500 (found another one)
New 84 Toyota split case (found another one)
New Dakota Digital dash
New saginaw steering setup

Oh boy, and whats ridiculous is I was going to sell this one and now I'm at a total loss on which one I'm going to keep

Anyway, one of these will be sold and either way both are going to be awesome and completely different

I'll make this thread into a double 40 build now cause some of you may be interested in this Diesel build

Cheers
Steve

Nice! That's going to be an awesome drivetrain in a FJ. It had crossed my mind on our build, but after the TDi fiasco and dealing with our A7, I dare not mention diesel around here for a while...


Jeff-

Steve we are here for you ...we love you and, need you to realize you have a problem...

btw bought me a brand new Silverado which could use a hwy run ...hint hint lol

OH NO something else for you to have done before me. :rolleyes:

Steve, I LOVE the diesel idea. I think that would make the fj so much more fun to drive, and that’s a GREAT price on that Cummins crate kit with all of those extras!

WOW! That one you rebuilt 6 years is really nice. Would love to have that. Can't wait to see the progress on both of them.

LMAO !! Wayne your too funny

Thanks everyone ...

Update
Finally after 2 months I was able to order the wheels last night, they sell out fast
Waiting to hear from Cummins about the motor delivery
Custom rear seat arrived

Hope to get started soon

Scott, hope everything arrived without issue ?

Steve

Been a while since I've read the updates and now there's a diesel build going on lol. Badass, keep the project juices flowing. Im digging that cummins setup

It's funny how these hobbies intermix.

I've done quite a few 4x4's... currently building my daughter a Jeep YJ, with Dana 60's, a hopped up L33, paddle shifted built 4L60E and a Dana 300 with stuff. Stretching the wheel base and painting it Orange like Momma's CJ7. That also has stuff ;).

Yes sir, arrived yesterday, opened tonight. Thanks again!

update
 

Good news Scott :thumbsup:

Well, just got the email yesterday that the new Cummins crate engine is on its way !!

Steve

Wouldn't that blue 40 look better with some mud??


LOL


Fun to see what you're doing!

Mud
 

But Greg, that would mean I'd have to clean it ! lol

:confused59:

New engine
 

Merry X-Mas to me !!!

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psn9f8qgn9.jpg

Sweeeeeeeeeet!

Nicely done!!


Why isn't it open and installed yet! LOL

Nice!

seats
 

New custom matching rear seat ... Big thanks to PRP seats that made this for me

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...ps0zxtdwkw.jpg

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psba7iqxhn.jpg

And new sweet HDX gauges from our friends at Dakota Digital

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psuiiuxsyo.png

The front and rear seats turned out fantastic. :thumbsup:

Daniel

Lets see that engine already lol

Still no pictures of that crate open with that new motor?

:lol:

I know I know ... Engine got dropped off at my buddies shop up north (has a forklift) as soon as we get it down here I'll crack it open !!

Steve

You have more discipline than I do Steve. I would have been looking in the crate while it was still on the forks!

LOL ... trust me if I was there I would have !! I haven't even seen the crate yet but I hear its big

You know this build is gonna be good!

Steve, finally built my own console. Somewhat based on the one you had in the '69, but not quite as fancy. I like it better than the old one I had though..
Thanks for the inspiration!

Steve you may need the dollies you left at my place i still have them

:y0!:

shop
 

I know ... The shop is clearing room for both 40's, and he better hurry up my garage is getting a bit full

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psz7i2tbid.jpg

These should be killer on the Nardo grey ...

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psr0k4imtr.jpg

So you're gonna get two 40s done before I can even get mine out of upholstery jail... ouch.

Beautiful wheels! It must be so nice to get most of the parts before they're needed. I love these FJ's

Finally !!!!
 

Man this this is tiny and awesome !!!
I am so impressed with the quality and the components

Time to crack here open

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psrg9xchcg.jpg

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...pswyeeswta.jpg

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psl6mavt5c.jpg

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Nice! What’s the difference in weight from the original engine?

Stats
 

Thanks Wayne ..

So here is the comparison between the R2.8 and the Toyota 2F

New R2.8 is 150 lbs lighter and has 66 lb-ft more torque and 30 more HP (for now ...) Rumour is Cummins will soon have a programming update for 300 lb-ft

R2.8 Turbo Diesel Specs
Displacement: 2.8 L (171 cu in) Bore: 94 mm (3.70 in) Cylinders: 4 Stroke: 100 mm (3.94 in) Aspiration: Turbocharged & Aftercooled Compression Ratio: 16.9:1 Torque: 267 lb-ft @1500-3000 RPM* Fuel System: Bosch Electronic Horsepower: 161 hp @ 3600* Engine Weight: 503 lbs Dimensions: 28.3 in (H) x 25 in (W) x 25.1 in (D)

Toyota
2F
Weight 651 Lbs
Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Production 1975-1988
Layout
Configuration I6
Displacement 4.2 L (4230 cc)
Cylinder bore 94 mm (3.7 in)
Piston stroke 102 mm (4.0 in)
Compression ratio 7.8:1
Combustion
Fuel system Carbureted
Fuel type Gasoline
Output
Power output 101 kW (135 hp)
Torque output 271 N·m (200 ft·lb)

Update on the rest
 

Ok, back to the 73' LS

Down to bare chassis

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psyowtbtgm.jpg

Full tear down of diffs, all new seals/bearings on the way ... including some 'nice' new brakes. Everything is getting sand blasted and base/cleared black

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psgn97stpr.jpg

Doing a 60/80 series Box conversion ... supposedly give the best driving/steering feel

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psmc4bek18.jpg

Tore down the NV4500 for a full rebuild and repaint

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/i...psrkaasnjn.jpg

I figured the motor weight would be close, but I didn't think the new one would be lighter. Seeing the HP/TQ on the 2F it's amazing the power the Land Cruiser has. My 72 with almost 200,000 on it could tear down buildings, the snow would be rolling over the hood and it kept going.

The steering on the newer ones like your were much improver over the early one after they removed the steering pivot point on the front frame. Is it a leather gasket on the front steering knuckle on the diff?
Both are going to be great builds.

this is going to be one sweet FJ! watching this one for sure!:popcorn2:

I absolutely love this build !!

Keep the pics coming.


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Sheck44 I can't believe you waited more than a month to open that crate! I realize you said it initially wasn't at your place but crate engines don't show up for me every day. I would have had greasy paw prints and drool all over it from day one even if I had to leave work early to do it!

You have far more self control than I do. Do fresh chocolate chip cookies go bad at your house too? :mock:

LOL ... Not a chance !!!

Ok, off to Buffalo tomorrow to pick up all the Axel/diff parts and some other cool stuff. We should have a roller then in no time at which point we can install the drivetrain

Pics coming

Steve