After 20 YEARS of sitting in a field, will these Land Cruiser FJ40's run and drive??

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Paul's buddy, Scott, came to town with one thing on his mind. To strike a deal with Billy Conn and get his hands on a couple of Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40's that he had his eye on. A deal was met, but can him and Paul get them up and running the same day they bring them home? Check it out!
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[@FabRats]

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[@jacobbruns4579]

And, done.... Just in time for winter

[@canyonrnrr7143]

Heavyweight Hoodies🤘🏻🇺🇸

[@sweetkellymay]

No xl or xxl..

[@budlvr]

NO XXL ! Damn, I was buying 3 for my brothers.

[@2ADEFNDR]

Went to order an XXL and non available. Video hasn't even been out for a few hours

[@FreeAmerica-sc9hu]

Paul's the guy that everyone likes. Great sense of humor and attitude. That's typically how I pick my friends. Surround yourself with good people and good things happen.

[@timothygeiger437]

Yes, and he can fix almost anything. He's not afraid to get his hands dirty😂😂 the amazing thing is, his sons are getting into it as well😄😄 in several videos you see one or more of his sons fixing or making something. Even Michelle & their daughter get in on the videos. Definitely a family oriented man.

[@git-r-done6557]

Also very knowledgeable.

[@douglasminor2559]

Wow! What a score! The Gentleman that owned these FJs and the rigs you got from him, definitely dominates the "Market" for cool vehicles in that area! That "Big Wheel" is awesome!

[@cae2487]

Its pretty impressive having 147k subscribers and within 1 day 128k people have viewed the video. Fab rats 🐀 is always a pleasure to watch!!

[@ModernDayTemplar606]

I hear a lot of people say it but this is truly a gold mine find. 3 FJ’s from one place and that Yamaha looks like it is in perfect condition. You don’t have to go to the golden nugget you already found it. Michelle we hope you get better soon.

[@codysmackdown1]

I have never been so excited to see an old yoter fire and it driving onto the trailer was the cherry on top

[@eastonwest]

Hi it’s cool how you guys and Matt’s off road recovery are getting as big as your are (I’m local)

[@mrfunnylookinhayes9088]

Yep. I watch these two back to back.

[@timothygeiger437]

You almost have to watch the two back to back😄 in fact I was watching a MORR video before this one, Matt mentioned Fab Rats in his video😄👍👍

[@henrycarlson7514]

Thank You, So glad Billie saved such fine restorable stuff

[@adamortega69]

My dad owned a 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser and it was stolen and I’ve been trying to look for one for years and no luck. It’s the first vehicle I learn how to drive and learn out to operate stick shift. I have a lot of great memories and even dream about driving it. Before I retired in the military I almost bought one but the frame was split in half. I’m just smiling so much right now.

[@scottminer7702]

I like Billy. Nice to see someone that age that the life hasn't run out of.

[@davids6533]

For lots of people, "life goes on long after the thrill of living is gone". -John Melencamp

[@chldof1truekng434]

Two very restorable Classic FJ’s in this day and age is like finding gold. Nice tip on the Pine-Sol. Always pick up some interesting bit of knowledge on this channel.👍🏻

[@SkyBlueOffRoad]

It amazes me how well out West preserves these old gems. Give that shop cat some love from me and my 6 year old daughter.

[@marklar6505]

Yup, all 4 of those have already been scrapped twice from Ohio

[@dacurlydac3042]

Paul you got more toys than time, nice to see you having fun. Life is short, so have as much fun as you can. Great video.

[@theaudioguy2923]

FJ's ROCK...They just hut the dimension/shape/style puzzle right on the Mark, Boom !..looks great and it's just begun

[@koslund11]

Just love the kid in them coming out when they get a new toy to work on. The only thing that changes from a boy to a man is size of their toys.

[@TimsBitsnPieces]

I used to have an FJ40 back in the '80s when I was in the Navy, it was great fun. Billy is slowly clearing his lot with your help there Paul.

[@joannehart9624]

So glad to see those FJs getting a second chance at life!!

[@jcgillin51]

Paul being a kid all the time, love it. When living in Oregon my brother had a Toyota Land Cruiser it was great for hunting and a lot of different adventures.

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

that was so awesome! 20 years and started? Unreal! Can't wait to see the work on them. Nice new ripper Paul! Love the new heavy sweatshirt and can't wait to see Mission Golden Nugget videos!

[@stucook8622]

Billy is always happy to see you guys. He seems like a cool guy. The Yamaha is pretty slick. Great video...take it easy🐾

[@TravMaxAdventures]

Any day you see Billy is a good day. Can’t wait for you guys to take him wheelin in the cruiser.

[@JOHN-fx3xo]

That man that you have got these vehicles from, what a super guy. I’m sure you could sit for hours and learn some life lessons. Good guy to know.

[@CantTakeJake]

Favorite damn channel on the old tubes...

[@donrahlf4656]

Just wanted to say kHi, I am a 75 year old guy, that really enjoys your youtube, I watch Matt's also,, and just found your site where you have your crash derby's, Keep it up all of you

[@scottsymonds5497]

“All smiles all smiles.” The Big Wheels crawl over, around, and through anything! Pine Sol you say? Gotta try it!!

[@ericcorse]

Paul's modesty underwhelmed me LOL. Anyone would look good in that hoodies. Some cool rescues

[@mattwright6759]

This channel keeps getting better and better. Keep up the great content !

[@wycks-5095]

Hey Paul lets see you build that old bronco up that would be awesome

[@cottonmouth71]

WOW....that guy hit the jackpot on the old FJ's ! GREAT video/content as always !

[@samroncancio1006]

I grew up with those in Colombia. One was stolen and never recovered. Those are beauties.

[@petertarantelli]

Excellent find and it will be cared for…nice job! Seeing you work on that carb, a thing of beauty!

[@desertfox3860]

Great episode! Thanks for sharing!

[@nunyabinis]

Of all my notifications, clicked you first. My FJ40 Hot Wheels as a kid was my favorite!

[@drithius4801]

Can't get enough of Billy.

[@96kylar]

Wicked cool. Great score. Please keep Scott's fj updated for us, now and then. Happy adventures all.

[@jimyeats]

Wicked cool there deeya. Lets go down to tha paawk and then to the yaawd.

[@mrfunnylookinhayes9088]

My eyes got big when I seen that hoodie. The sleeve is what sold me. I love my hoodies in Minnesota cold. The hell with a big coat.

[@ryanlutton8193]

Thank you for showing the purchase of the 2 40's. Mine also sat for 20yrs, the SBC started right up!

[@craighearn747]

More to love. It seems to me that Christmas comes to this part of Utah more than once a year. Deservedly so.

[@carterhart5435]

BW350! I had the BW200, fun as hell to ride but sketchy in mud since it floats and slides like a greased pig. Great machine for following deer trails for scouting. Great way to hurt yourself on wet grass.

[@scotsman94]

Nice find on all the FJs. I love the Big Wheel! Haven't seen one those in years. They are so fun 😁

[@girardmatwijkow9304]

I had a BW80 when I was a kid. I loved that bike and rode the wheels right off of it. Unfortunately my dad sent it off for scrap like 25 years ago.

[@hamiam2243]

Thanks for the pine-Sol trick. We called those big wheels rut chasers.

[@icantsaywhat]

Man how do you find these cool ass rigs. That guy sure had an amazing collection of cars until you guys bought them all from him. You guys definitely got a great score on those .two. That gentleman Billy seems like a cool guy to talk too

[@livingadamman7994]

Nice work guys, thanks for the video. I've had a few of these

[@travishacker8813]

Love the videos!! Been watching for a long time! Great content would recommend to anyone!

[@michaeldurling793]

BONANZA, excellent score. Loved Billy's green peace tee shirt. I think I see a Fab Rats hoodie in my future. Michelle feel better, you got some welding to do on that FJ.

[@slngblde]

Paul, your kids are going to love that Yamaha 😂.. with any luck they will at least let you work on it

[@debrafelix4419]

The Hoodie in black looked Nice, love your videos be blessed always 🥰🤗🥰🤗🥰🤗

[@1944chevytruck]

AMAZING!...good find boys!...cool bike...thanks 4 video. be kind.

[@heinstrydom864]

Best channel congratulations,good memories when I build up several L/C's for trails 40 years ago. Use L/C's still today on the farms owned 5 that in use daily. Greetings from Namibia

[@clivegreenall309]

"Everything keeps going right ... Toyota" Greetings from S Africa : -)

[@Parker-oc8es]

Got a brand new tub for these. Rebuilding two myself. These things are great!

[@Mesamanpruitt]

I love these fj40 / 45 land cruiser vids, Paul, keep em coming, please!

[@timothybailey7118]

Serious envy going on. That Yamaha! Those FJs!!

[@everready19373]

The "fuel valve" is called the petcock. I've used the high E guitar string to clear carb passages.

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Love the "Green Piece" shirt that the owner was wearing ;)

[@norevlimit]

Great shirt

[@beauthomas7285]

And the thermometer to the left of his front door.....

[@firebry23]

gReEn pIeCe 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@chrispolk5374]

I was thinking the same thing! Awesome shirt!

[@jasonandrews625]

@@firebry23 lovely

[@KingClown283]

Love that sign by his door

[@justinbwelding7614]

Just ordered the hoodie! Keep the builds rollin Paul! Awesome score on the ole yamerhamer👍🏻

[@cunever]

Those Toyota in line sixes are the best thing ever coming out of Detroit!!! Toyota used that license for ever… way into the 2000nds!

[@haroldphipps3457]

Detroit? I didn't know there was a Detroit Japan,,,,

[@cunever]

@@haroldphipps3457 that engine was built by GM, they gave a license to Toyota.

[@haroldphipps3457]

@@cunever interesting! Trying to find that now, and can't. Doesn't look GM. Research time for me! Thanks!

[@trail-wolf4x4]

So when are the "Yota Professional?" T-shirts coming out Michelle? Lol

[@cenccenc946]

Too cool. I have a 2010 FJ cruiser. You have inspired me to try and find a matching older FJ.

[@ebikeliverystable]

Ole Scotty looked happy as a Lark. I would of TOO. GREAT looking ride.

[@kstricl]

In this case, "I know what I have" is actually true. Billy sure has been a good stewart to those FJ's.

[@dbmail545]

That Yammer looks like a good spare for the Taco for when you break something that you can't fix.

[@donwilliams3626]

There's nothing on the Toco that Paul CAN'T fix!

[@lougrant5993]

That was a cool video Paul thanks

[@tkpeterson5418]

Congrats on your new job. I enjoy learning everyday. Found you from Matt. Glad I did. Cheers!!! Love the Michelle Quiz's. She's learning as well.

[@guyderagisch4964]

He keeps finding them. Hopefully he either restores or lets them go for a fair price.

[@calebrose4368]

Lol

[@Cristobal_Ygnacio_Arriaga]

What a score!! I’m so unbelievably jealous! I’ll take the old Fj from you if you accept a 2008 Fj Cruiser in return haha. Oh man, I can only wish.

[@Krunkle78]

another great vid and awesome bike!!!! Love it! and oh yes I gotta order a hoodie!!! stay safe guys!

[@dylanmcclintic6084]

Just ordered a sweat shirt n I've got to tell u guys I just picked up 86 trx 125 put new tires on it n ordered new maier plastic for it fixing it up for my son Paul n his family n friends are a inspiration much love from western PA

[@Fe_lix]

The blue FJ40 is a 1974 with the rare transition F engine (often called F.5 on forums), specific to this year. The white FJ40 is not from 1974, it is 1977-1979 with what is visible (new model spare tire carrier, old front bezel), it has a 2F engine (1975+).

[@ericcameron4159]

And I would add that the hard top is also from the white FJ40. It was meant for the ambulance doors 1975 and up. If it has front disk brakes, it will be 1976 and up. Tube spare tire carrier and pop out side windows on the hard top point to 1977 or 1978. With the front bezel being round, I would guess the white FJ40 is a 1977 or 1978. I would keep this one over the older blue FJ40 if it is restorable.

[@junbarkan7453]

Jackpot!

[@timothygeiger437]

What would something like that bring, in its present condition? I would make an offer, but I have no clue what it would bring? Another reason I haven't made a serious offer, I don't have any room to keep it right now😂😂 I wouldn't mind having the white one though.

[@jerome4995]

My money is on '73 it was the first year of the two piece license plate light. In early fall of '73 (so a '74 model) they removed the wing window vent, this FJ40 has the wing vents. '71 the transmission was moved to floor VS the 3 on the tree like my '70. '73 models had the key moved from dash to the column, this column appears to have a shroud for the key. This all goes off the rails if they swapped in other parts.

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

Hope you’re feeling better Michelle. Gotta keep the beard at least until the secret mission with Matt is complete. Thanks for the video!

[@Jjvblack88]

Another great fab rats video!

[@RoadKen53]

Just had my next door neighbor tack some expanded steel on my flatbed trailer and noticed he had 2 of these FJ40's. The one in his shop is dark green and in real great shape. These make awesome crewlers.

[@steved2136]

LOL- that second one looks familiar (looks outside- even the same early front blinkers/indicators).... Bugga, you got the rear seats (they aren't legal in Australia and are very rare)- one fun thing is that when running open top, take a couple of bolts out, and the whole upper half of the doors (including the window frame/runners) comes off, lay the windscreen down, and you have nothing higher than the dash basically

[@larrydavidson3402]

I got this feeling Paul is not going to share his "new ride" with anybody.😀😀😀😀

[@richardalbertson2903]

Looks like the one you got running is a 71 or 72… we had a 72 when we lived in Oregon… brought back pleasant memories seeing and hearing it run!!

[@jerome4995]

My money is on '73 it was the first year of the two piece license plate light. In early fall of '73 (so a '74 model) they removed the wing window vent, this FJ40 has the wing vents. '71 the transmission was moved to floor VS the 3 on the tree like my '70. '73 models had the key moved from dash to the column, this column appears to have a shroud for the key. This all goes off the rails if they swapped in other parts.

[@philipf.1352]

That Big wheel is AWESOME! I want to find one of those also man! Great find!

[@rodneyblackley5573]

I want one now. The Bike that is.

[@berryreading4809]

So Paul is now the fj-40 channel for the USA as well 😄 along with everything else! The view counts on the "will it run videos" always do good on KZbin... You should definitely do more! Ya know since you don't have many other projects going on already 😉😄👍

[@randytravis3998]

great video ..got to love the old gas leaks ..you got lucky to get it cleaned lots of time there a throw away carb ..

[@ciprianoarias6976]

"Here on CBN Pine-Sol stocks at a record high" that's awesome ,great tip.

[@loufaiella3354]

Good tip, I will have to try it. BTW Gumout is pure trash!! They changed the formula to be environmentally friendly, but not cleaning friendly. A few years ago I contacted the company and asked what gives? They said that it is for cleaning the "outside" of the carburetor. .....................Who needs that?

[@rck8318]

Aqualu industries makes all land crusier body and frame parts here in Canada. All are aluminum. Their streched FJ40 is real nice gives you an extra 18 inches.

[@donalddehaven3229]

Hope you feel better soon Michelle. Nice finds with the FJs and the Yamaha. Love the Fab Rats Channel

[@sdstube8061]

brilliant mate...loving it

[@eddieforce3550]

I remember driving a friends land cruiser through a pack of protesters at the back gate to the Submarine Base at New London Ct in 1970. They were no match for the FJ.

[@lennyk.2161]

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE! I HOPE YOU STOPPED ✋FOR THE MP's 🇺🇸💯

[@eddieforce3550]

The Marines at the gate waved me on to enter on the exit side. After I ran through the crowd pushing them out of the way I tried to stop to be sure no one was hurt but the Mariners were yelling “ Go go” so we went, went. I lived on the base in so old officers houses that had been turned over to married enlisted. Since I lived on base My Buddy usually left his FJ at my place when he was at sea. When he got back I told him the protesters were probably looking for him. He just laughed and told me that I just didn’t know how to drive the FJ or there wouldn’t have been any survivors. This was in early 1972 and the Vietnam War was trying to wind down but the demonstrators were still hanging around Military based making a Nuisance of themselves.

[@Greg4bmx]

I keep seeing the old bronco in the background on the side of the driveway. Any build plans on that or a video?

[@jonschneck4559]

I see lots of cool rigs all around his shop, Paul could do an hour long video on the story behind each. HINT, HINT

[@davidsnow1481]

That was an awesome find those fj’s are wicked cool because they just about anywhere. That’s a sweet little bike as well. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.

[@user-vx4ts8vm1l]

Billy would be a awesome character on the show every once and a while!

[@ratherbyexploring4898]

Wonder if he is asking the “honest old collector” price or the “I’m an obvious flipper” price

[@JacobEcret]

He knows this guy, this is where they got the jeepster Michelle, I’m sure they cut them a deal

[@timothygeiger437]

@@JacobEcret I think he's talking about Paul's buddy that bought both FJ's. Obviously it's the same gentleman he bought the jeepster from, & his FJ. It would be interesting to know what price tag he has on it.

[@JacobEcret]

@@timothygeiger437 ohhh, makes sense

[@adamwinters4448]

Nice...I'd gladly trade my wife and her two cats for an Fj

[@robertquackenbush5547]

Pail always finds really good deals

[@nicklee1977]

Just ordered my hoodie , thank you !!

[@_Merica_USA]

First 👌👍 Michelle, we hope you feel better soon! 🙏

[@brucep9123]

I see the cars go rock climbing, do off=road cycles go over the same roads?

[@reddog543211]

Awsome ride !!!!..... so cool....I remember when they first came out....cool then.....cool now !!

[@my357mags]

Love the BW!! I've had 4 of them 2-80cc & 2-200cc always wanted a 350 just never come across one...would still like to find one some day! Great video! Thumbs up! 👍

[@mattwheaton7621]

👍🇨🇦🤟

[@DIGGER19860]

Billys green piece shirt was epic i want one

[@InnovativePoolsLLC]

Awesome !! I like what I’m seeing .. and that was the fastest will it run !! I’ve ever seen !!!

[@BGreat2]

FJ40's my dad wanted one in the late 60's. Always wanted one but now they are out of by budget. Great score! Love the scooter!