I bought a 1978 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40 Californian import

I bought my dream car, a 1978 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40 Californian import. It's a really original car but it's far from perfect and does need some work. Join me on a walk around and let me know what you think of the car in the comments !
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[@shoogafree1]

Congrats! I’m digging into a mustard 1978 FJ40 out of Alabama where it spent its whole life, in about the same shape as yours - except already in pieces which makes the clean up work so much easier. Putting it back together will be a fun challenge. Good luck and looking forward to seeing your progress.

[@JosesGaraje]

I currently have a year-round daily driver 78 FJ40LV-KCJA. I've had 4-78s, 1-71 and 1-63. All of the 78 steel tubs have disintegrated no matter how much prep and under-coating applied. I had enough of that and purchased an Aqualu aluminum 3/4 tub and couldn't be happier, everything else is stock except for headers and power steering. Good luck on your build!

[@dylan_24v]

Will be keeping an eye out for more videos 👍 I have a 1977 FJ40 very similar to yours.

[@rufinoacosta9289]

Awesome rig ...just need some love, looking forward for the next episodes.

[@danleboe7735]

All the best on the journey! I have a Canadian 78 FJ40 about 90% completed after 6 years of pecking away. Was fortunate to get all the documentation including original bill of sale, cancelled check, warranty book and owners manual and service work orders. Looking forward to watching your rebuild. My ADHD wouldn’t allow me to video my resto! 😂 cheers

[@jurgenschunemann5671]

Grüsse aus Deutschland. Glückwunsch! Es freut mich, einen FJ zu sehen, der seine Geschichte zeigen darf. Besser als neu renovierte, gibt es genug. Wir haben einen BJ von 1978 in der gleichen Farbe, der irgendwo in Afrika überlebt hat. Wir haben das nötige an der Technik gemacht, die Karosserie brauchte lediglich eine Konservierung. Er läuft im Sommer seit fünf Jahren im Alltag und macht Spass. Ich bin gespannt darauf, zu sehen, wenn du ihn gemacht hast.

[@Utopiatwentytwo]

What a project, I think that's the bit best way to have a project, bit of rust on the outside but mechanically sound!

[@ianglaurie]

Couldn’t agree more it’s when you get cars that have been messed about with a lot over the years that the problems start. I’d rather have rust and original features any day 👍

[@nikkiclayddelatorre4306]

I saw your post on facebook page and I am very excited for your build! Can't wait for the next update. Watching from 🇵🇭

[@toddzachary4891]

Subscribed. Can’t wait to see the progress of this project. I have a 72’ California FJ40 that I purchased two years ago and have been mildly restoring it with my sons. They’re amazing vehicles and were built to survive. I believe the rear heater was either a factory option or a dealer option.

[@gio.rodriguez]

I'll be tuned in to watch the progress on this one! Just recently finished up a mechanical restoration on my 78 mustard yellow with 52k original miles 👍

[@missionDan]

cleanest workshop in the west! 😮

[@keithwilson6709]

Damn would have loved one of them i remember them when growing up & working in South Africa in the 70,s

[@thebluep0tat0]

God speed on this one...going on o be a brutal restoration. But I’m subscribed 😊

[@ianglaurie]

Thanks, I keep telling myself. It looks worse than it is but I’m probably deluded 😂

[@thebluep0tat0]

@@ianglaurie well the good news is you got a US/Federal spec truck vs a South American truck. Just about every part is available from Toyota today…but do it right, keep period touches and if you are a patina fan, keep that and go bonkers on engine, interior and under/chassis. That is the big trend right now here in US for these 40’s (I have a beige 1981 and love it)

[@metalmyron]

love these Toyotas, cant wait to see it done

[@Fourwheeljive]

Very interesting overview! I owned a ‘76 for many years with lots of off-road miles. Looking forward to seeing what you do with this. Good luck! Regards, Robert Subscribed

[@AusTactical]

this really made me feel better abut my 40 series cruiser, this things in terrible condition!

[@ianglaurie]

If it was perfect I couldn't afford it :-)

[@friarbuck640]

Pretty sure the ignition key opens the gas filler door. At least that’s the way it works on my 74 FJ40. 😊 Looking forward to the progress.

[@ianglaurie]

Good to know! Thanks

[@69429boss]

Nice old rig. I got several of those

[@richardjones1308]

"Patina, posh name for rust…" 🤣

[@ianglaurie]

Funny cos it’s true 😂

[@mrtopcat2]

And a trusty GA-1000-9B on the wrist, am I correct?

[@ianglaurie]

Yes indeed! Good spot 😎

[@sethpieper9053]

Coolerman on ih8mud.Com makes new wiring harnesses

[@sjfodor]

Nice truck. What’s with the bouncing around and what on earth do you carry in your pockets. It’s distracting.

[@ianglaurie]

I have ADHD and A LOT of keys :-)

[@StefanFodor-jm9tm]

@@ianglaurie good luck with your project. Solid bones.