45 / LV / Ranch vehicle restoration
1964 FJ45LV
A different shape. A distinct history.
40 Series / Restoration
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Restoration 1978 FJ40- Pumpkin
We have made a great deal of headway with this great restoration.
Restoration 1978 FJ40- Pumpkin
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Selected milestones from the original account. These are historical updates, not a statement of the vehicle’s current condition or location.
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9 Oct 2009
Video Updats
We have made a great deal of headway with this great restoration. Watch as this restoration comes to a completion soon!
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29 Sep 2009
Video Updates
It is the right time of year to complete this Land Cruiser restoration....FALL! The hardtop and doors are going to be installed over the next few days. The customer has also ordered up a set of ARB Front and Rear Air Lockers as well as an On Board Air Compressor and an ARB Front Bull Bar! Also, watch for the custom Front Bucket Seats to be installed.
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3 Sep 2009
Video Updates
We are working hard on the front door bottoms.
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26 Jun 2009
Video Updates
We have painted many parts and the Cruiser is being assembled to look more like a Land Cruiser. Watch next as the hardtop is assembled and placed onto the body tub.
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5 Jun 2009
Video Updates
The fiberglass top is in paint color and looks great. The hardtop sides are painted in color on the insides. Look for a great deal of ORANGE color next week. June 4th, 2009- VIDEO UPDATES.....FINALLY- We are moving along quickly with this restoration. A great deal of work has been given to the hardtop. Watch as many parts are placed into color.
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13 Nov 2008
Video Update
We are really trying to get back onto this restoration. We have been sand blasting many small parts and the jump seats are part of that process. Watch next as small parts are placed into black ans silver colors. January 22,2008- VIDEO UPDATES- We continue to work at the engine assembly. The front "nose" goes onto the frame and cowl.
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7 Jan 2008
Video Updates
The colorful body has been set back onto the frame and it is looking like a Land Cruiser once again.
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14 Nov 2007
Video Updates...Finally
We apologize to all for the long delay between video updates. Many technical problems with our computer and server have been resolved! The engine has been cleaned and painted and it looks better than new. The rolling frame with the new Dakar Suspension now has the engine installed. Watch next as the tub is placed onto the frame.
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16 Oct 2007
Video Updates
Restoration 1978 FJ40- This Land Cruiser restoration was started about 2 years ago and had to be put on hold. The owner is ready to get back on the project and we are ready to commence work once again. The Cruiser owner originally shipped his Cruiser here from Rockport, Massachusetts, then he ended up moving to sunny Nashville, Tennessee where he currently lives. This unique colored Land Cruiser comes at the right time of year...Fall. We spoke at length about the exact color of this Cruiser and we ended up on this "burnt" orange color. I hope the pictures and videos tell the story of how great this color is!
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1971 FJ40
The first stage of a longer restoration plan.
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