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Title: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on October 30, 2010, 08:36:27 PM: Don't have a name for this project yet - the parts are starting to arrive so will update from next week - anyway this made me laugh!!!

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7339561/ (http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7339561/)

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7343377/ (http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7343377/)

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7343717/ (http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7343717/)

http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7348071/ (http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/7348071/)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on October 30, 2010, 09:40:10 PM: :003: i shouldnt have larfed, but i did :hysterical:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 06, 2010, 03:56:30 PM: OK so it starts.....

Front bumper removed as we have gone TJM and David Boyer TDS12000
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t1.jpg)

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t3.jpg)

10 years old and only....
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t2.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on November 06, 2010, 04:15:26 PM: it looks like the bastard love child of a disco & the popemobile, but u managed to make a merc ml look cool so will look forward to its transformation

needs a good rollerin :icon_super:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Nosebolt on November 06, 2010, 07:13:00 PM: na just needs a big blue 'UN' on the doors
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dutch on November 06, 2010, 08:47:54 PM: Time for FJ75 crew cab me thinks.....maybe give Maf a shout... :icon_winkle:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Panic mechanic! on November 06, 2010, 09:37:45 PM: Quote from: Nosebolt on November 06, 2010, 07:13:00 PM
na just needs a big blue 'OYSTER' on the doors

corrected it for you mate. :hysterical:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: momos on November 06, 2010, 11:58:05 PM: :hysterical: popemobile

i like its funny, are you going to leave it white?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave69 on November 07, 2010, 11:03:30 AM: that names gonna stick i think
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 11:08:45 AM: that is a most excellent truck lots of potential
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: wildwood on November 07, 2010, 12:11:50 PM: Where are you going....... Long way round type of thing???

Where did you find an unused ish example............ UN?? :icon_biggrin:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 04:06:38 PM: Quote from: wildwood on November 07, 2010, 12:11:50 PM
Where are you going....... Long way round type of thing???

Where did you find an unused ish example............ UN?? :icon_biggrin:

Brief is 1000 mile self sufficient for west coast Africa expedition type tour!!

The Toyota has been mine once before when new - I purchased it from France for a friend in IOM who had a dream that never materialised.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 04:13:36 PM: how much was it new i thought you could only buy them if you were nato unesco or a govt body
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 04:30:27 PM: Quote from: V8 Bubba on November 07, 2010, 04:13:36 PM
how much was it new i thought you could only buy them if you were nato unesco or a govt body

From memory when new I paid €24,000.00 Euro - when I worked in Belgium (for almost 10 years) I was in the business of finding vehicles normally in bulk!!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 04:40:59 PM: rugged thats the thing i like
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 04:49:45 PM: Quote from: V8 Bubba on November 07, 2010, 04:40:59 PM
rugged thats the thing i like

Me too - and no electrickety!!!

Parts have arrived from Australia and South Africa now also some from the UK, will post progress step-by-sep on this for those interested.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 05:10:42 PM: mmmm no lektrickery ....sweet
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 05:25:10 PM: The 75 is considered as the Mutts for expedition very sort after piece of kit.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: normalbloke on November 07, 2010, 06:21:54 PM: Keep the updates coming, I'm interested( but not in a gay like fashion!)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 06:38:22 PM: indeed it is a manly truck
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 06:39:46 PM: Quote from: normalbloke on November 07, 2010, 06:21:54 PM
Keep the updates coming, I'm interested( but not in a gay like fashion!)

Tom it does not have bonnet vents - did not for one minute think it would be your kinda bag!!!!

The UN Toyota is a man's machine.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 06:41:14 PM: dont paint it silver its :wsmile:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 06:43:23 PM: Nope staying white for sure - I have a tendency to go MANLY SILVER but the UN has no foooooking air con!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on November 07, 2010, 06:44:18 PM: cool...er
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: normalbloke on November 07, 2010, 11:28:10 PM: Quote from: isle of man on November 07, 2010, 06:39:46 PM
Quote from: normalbloke on November 07, 2010, 06:21:54 PM
Keep the updates coming, I'm interested( but not in a gay like fashion!)

Tom it does not have bonnet vents - did not for one minute think it would be your kinda bag!!!!

The UN Toyota is a man's machine.

I'll bet you have some on order already.....
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bishops Finger on November 19, 2010, 12:02:30 AM: Its a gay minibus..
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on January 23, 2011, 01:24:48 PM: Slow progress I know but thought I would post this update as work should start very soon...

Interior:-
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t5.jpg)

Engine bay simple technology here:-
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t6.jpg)

Specification plate:-
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t7.jpg)

Front bumper has arrived and painted to match:-
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/t8.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: gazjeep on January 23, 2011, 01:28:58 PM: Would it be fair to say when all the bits arrive, they do so at work & get smuggled home :003:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave69 on January 23, 2011, 04:18:24 PM: What's the red electrical tape stopping you from doing with the transfer (?) lever

that's one dustbin of an airfilter
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on January 23, 2011, 04:34:43 PM: That's the PTO leaver.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 11, 2011, 12:53:29 PM: It's been a wile but here it is - a little taller a little wider a little heaver!!!

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/toymay2011.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on May 11, 2011, 01:33:53 PM: at least all those catholic mugs will get a clearer view of you now :lol_hitting:

is the bumper on? front view pics please
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 11, 2011, 02:20:44 PM: Problem with the winch!!!! does not fit :icon_rolleyes:

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/toymay2.jpg)
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/toymay3.jpg)

Have spoken to David and now purchased a 10,000lbs winch apparently has a smaller gearbox - the 12,000lbs can go on the TGB.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 04:04:47 PM: Now with a little more storage!!!

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/toymay4.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on May 13, 2011, 04:56:43 PM: sweet, but looks a bit hard for kippin on
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 07:59:27 PM: Plan is for a roof tent - still procrastinating about the choice though!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave The Sparky on May 13, 2011, 08:17:20 PM: I have a mate who is selling his howling moon roof tent, i think £600 was mentioned and for some reason the matress is still in its wrapper so let me know if you are interested IOM as it was going to go on ebay, but whether it has or not yet i dont know.
I was going to buy it myself but have too many children to try and fit in one roof tent and still be able to :015:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 08:22:13 PM: What size is it? does it have the ladder covered? if I'm correct this has the wood floor?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on May 13, 2011, 08:27:49 PM: wood floor :hysterical: in a roof tent :hysterical:

u be mad
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 08:29:58 PM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on May 13, 2011, 08:27:49 PM
wood floor :hysterical: in a roof tent :hysterical:

u be mad

Seriously I think it has one!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave The Sparky on May 13, 2011, 08:30:12 PM: Quote from: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 08:22:13 PM
What size is it? does it have the ladder covered? if I'm correct this has the wood floor?

Dont know matey ill ask him tomorrow as its Friday and he will be in the pub and hammered by now.

Quote from: Bulldog67 on May 13, 2011, 08:27:49 PM
wood floor :hysterical: in a roof tent :hysterical:

u be mad
The wood floor is that oilboard stuff that they use in trailer beds i think so it doesnt rot at all.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on May 13, 2011, 08:48:35 PM: Man so many choices and +/- just not sure what is best for me.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave The Sparky on May 14, 2011, 07:57:43 PM: he has sold it, so that solves that dilemma :greggmo:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Tank on May 24, 2011, 03:02:57 AM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on May 13, 2011, 08:27:49 PM
wood floor :hysterical: in a roof tent :hysterical:

u be mad

My roof tent had a wooden floor,thats what gives it its strength and rigidity
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 03:55:02 PM: Fooooook I have been busy on this project recently!!!

OK - have now narrowed the tent choice to either the Easi Awn 1.4 series 3 or the Hannibal Tourer 1.4 anyone have any experience/view on these??
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 03:59:39 PM: And forgot to mention have a delivery from Australia...

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/lrt1.jpg?t=1306316521)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:20:33 PM: what's that?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:22:07 PM: easi awn looks better, hannibal sounds better
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: MOCAJ on June 04, 2011, 04:29:48 PM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:20:33 PM
what's that?

extra fuel tank to increase the range :greggmo:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 04:32:00 PM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:20:33 PM
what's that?

CLICKY (http://www.thelongranger.com.au/4wdfueltanks.html)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:39:59 PM: i could do with one of the for the all of mine :003:

but will I faint at the price?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 04:52:00 PM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:39:59 PM
i could do with one of the for the all of mine :003:

but will I faint at the price?

Me too but I need the 180 liter + the standard 80 liter tank!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 04:53:46 PM: well if u fainted at the price i will just drop dead :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 04:58:30 PM: Calculate filling the foooooker!!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: gazjeep on June 04, 2011, 05:01:37 PM: The Panzer is steep enough at 100 litres ta :003:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 05:03:14 PM: ML is currently standard and from empty is £140ish!!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 04, 2011, 11:00:59 PM: i dont mind one off sting - its the continous stoppin at bp that does my head in
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Panic mechanic! on June 04, 2011, 11:11:46 PM: Quote from: isle of man on June 04, 2011, 05:03:14 PM
ML is currently standard and from empty is £140ish!!!!

you want to try the h2 that would only fill 1/2 the tank and in my wagon its £1023 to fill up
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 05, 2011, 06:31:25 PM: Purchased this today.... HOT SHOWER (http://www.glind.com.au/index.php/Packs-Systems/28-Glind-Original-Low-Flow-version.html)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 05, 2011, 06:34:38 PM: where u goin with this truck?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 05, 2011, 06:38:13 PM: Russia - India and Africa.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 05, 2011, 06:42:10 PM: :icon_eek: blimey, in one go? how long for?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 05, 2011, 06:43:21 PM: Three months.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 05, 2011, 06:44:09 PM: early retirement? sabbatical? work based blag?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 05, 2011, 06:44:33 PM: solo?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 05, 2011, 06:57:05 PM: Quote from: Bulldog67 on June 05, 2011, 06:44:09 PM
early retirement? sabbatical? work based blag?

I tried retirement about three and a half years ago - I'm not ready for it - was sat at home twiddling my thumbs as my pals are still working!!

For me the trip is something to focus on, kind of a goal, it may or may not happen but still I plan.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: MOCAJ on June 05, 2011, 07:06:34 PM: i like your plan :greggmo:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on June 06, 2011, 06:43:07 PM: o wow go for it H
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Tank on June 06, 2011, 06:57:57 PM: Always good to have future plans
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 07, 2011, 08:26:34 AM: dangerous adventures dood, v cool :greggmo:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave69 on June 07, 2011, 09:01:51 PM: your on one hell of a long mid life crisis
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 23, 2011, 09:29:15 PM: Update!!

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/tb1.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 23, 2011, 09:38:39 PM: very militaristic
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on June 23, 2011, 09:40:32 PM: looks heavy and slightly daft maybe its the white paint
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: MOCAJ on June 23, 2011, 09:41:04 PM: i like it :greggmo:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on June 23, 2011, 09:44:00 PM: Quote from: V8 Bubba on June 23, 2011, 09:40:32 PM
looks heavy and slightly daft maybe its the white paint

could be a good point coz mine looked daft when it was in primer grey whereas now its in black u hardly notice it
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on June 23, 2011, 09:47:18 PM: Quote from: V8 Bubba on June 23, 2011, 09:40:32 PM
looks heavy and slightly daft maybe its the white paint

Nahhhh this is heavy.....

(http://www.pilbararailways.com.au/ute/images/091224_3392.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: momos on June 24, 2011, 10:01:55 PM: like it
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bubba on June 25, 2011, 09:40:47 AM: kissass :hysterical:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on August 28, 2011, 10:29:56 AM: save yaself some time:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-LANDCRUISER-OFFROADER-CAMPER-MONSTER-TRUCK-/270791468081?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f0c6de431#ht_681wt_1139 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-LANDCRUISER-OFFROADER-CAMPER-MONSTER-TRUCK-/270791468081?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item3f0c6de431#ht_681wt_1139)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on August 28, 2011, 11:38:32 AM: You have little faith - the 75 is the vehicle of choice and mine will be higher spec and under £30k finished!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on August 28, 2011, 11:42:23 AM: saw two of them in Germany, both looked pretty cool
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on August 28, 2011, 11:50:51 AM: I'm about 70% into the build - it's kinda like a bomb has gone off right now as just starting to put it back together - looks rather good if I do say so myself.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: scrw on August 28, 2011, 11:57:30 AM: more pictures please Peter
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on August 28, 2011, 03:41:48 PM: Sadly I have been slack on the photo front!!! The worksop has done this project on idle time but I'm still very busy.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on January 07, 2012, 10:18:45 AM: It's been some time but here are the updates...

Working on the roof rack, train horn fitted - thanks to CB and LED lights.
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0474.jpg)

Solar panel, ground anchor, 10ltr jerry can (for oil) and gas bottle holder...
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0475.jpg)

Long range diesel tank plumed in..
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0472.jpg)

Stirips fitted on the side and secured to the internal support...
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0477.jpg)
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0478.jpg)

Fresh water and hot water tanks...
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0479.jpg)

Glinde fitted by rear heater...
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0480.jpg)

Switch panel...
(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/100_0483.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on January 07, 2012, 11:02:10 AM: Just noticed I never included the roof top tent and awning...

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/RTT.jpg)

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/RTT2.jpg)

And from a G-Class the cup holder...

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/Cupholderandsafe.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on January 07, 2012, 01:48:49 PM: the all important cup holder :003:

good work dood, how much more to go? you got a date in ya head?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: gazjeep on January 08, 2012, 05:52:17 PM: :imwitstupid:

Looking good H
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: donk498 on January 08, 2012, 08:36:08 PM: Whats the little safe on the door for? Spare keys?
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on January 08, 2012, 09:59:35 PM: Quote from: donk498 on January 08, 2012, 08:36:08 PM
Whats the little safe on the door for? Spare keys?

Spot on "keys" have three safes fitted - two are easy to find.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on January 11, 2012, 07:08:14 PM: RUGGED PANASONIC TOUGHBOOK CF-28 v cheap, but may need an upgrade:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300633702277?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649&clk_rvr_id=306110450783#ht_2469wt_1185 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300633702277?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649&clk_rvr_id=306110450783#ht_2469wt_1185)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Bulldog67 on December 22, 2012, 02:53:07 PM: It would appear that the IOM popemobile has had a baby (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MINI-COMTESSE-MICROCAR-BUBBLECAR-MOPED-BARN-FIND-VARY-RARE-MICRO-CAR-/170960718882?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item27ce0d8c22)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on December 22, 2012, 04:39:01 PM: Hmmmm, now for some update on the 75..

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/tw1.jpg)

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/tw2.jpg)

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/tw4.jpg)

(http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m246/manxmafia/Toyota%2075/tw5.jpg)
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: wildwood on December 22, 2012, 05:16:53 PM: Lovely preparation.... But got to ask ?

Are you expecting 'Trophy Trucks' coming at you from behind at 120 thro the dust...... Very Hi Viz tho :icon_twisted:
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: bigjeepzj on December 22, 2012, 05:22:57 PM: that's for the blind truck driver with one working headlamp on a Himalayan mountain pass to aim at
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dave The Sparky on December 22, 2012, 05:24:18 PM: Just needs the UN badges now and its ready.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on December 22, 2012, 05:34:02 PM: Quote from: bigjeepzj on December 22, 2012, 05:22:57 PM
that's for the blind truck driver with one working headlamp on a Himalayan mountain pass to aim at

That's very close to the truth, my experience tells me that rear visibility is paramount!!!! Especially in Africa.

Have more lights to go on the rear roof rack and a cuffing great big LED rear fog light, one really can't be to careful.
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: isle of man on December 22, 2012, 05:35:25 PM: Quote from: isle of man on August 28, 2011, 11:38:32 AM
You have little faith - the 75 is the vehicle of choice and mine will be higher spec and under £30k finished!!!

Ooooops budget exceeded!!!
Title: Re: Project FJ75
Post by: Dtimot8 on December 22, 2012, 07:12:48 PM: Budgetes smudgets who counts
tis only spending your daughters inheritance
havent followed all the thread but i guess Cape Town here we come
Regards Tim