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FJ-45 Ute what to look for

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FJ-45 Ute what to look for

Post by Mossy »

Hi guys I am only new to this board, I am after some information if I can. I am looking at buying a FJ-45 Ute with a petrol motor. What problems should I look for etc to make sure I am not buying a lemon. Thanks in advance Mossy.
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Chassis at the front of the rear spring mounts for cracks and or major rust. also
Check the inside of the chassis rails for major rust
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Post by MY45 »

also check the steering bush on the insider left chassis rail for cracks around that area if it has power steer
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Post by ORSM45 »

rusty roof around guttering. (not a major problem)

steering relay box. might be a bit worn but its a common thing. it creates slop in steering, its normal tho. when it starts clunking. you have to do something about it.

not sure if it bothers you. but the older FJs had no syncros on first gear.

swivel hub bearings. all bearings for that matter. just check stuff, and check low range/hi range 4wd.

pretty easy to fix one up if chassis/body is straight and it runs fine.

there are a few differences in the years aswell. ie petrol tank inside cab.
but they are a basic car, pretty damn durable.

are you looking for a ute or a tray?

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Post by glen1n »

383FJ45 wrote: not sure if it bothers you. but the older FJs had no syncros on first gear.


Untill what year did this happen?
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Post by Mossy »

Thanks guys at least now I will have some idea of what to look for you guys have been great. Mossy
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Post by bad_religion_au »

floor, firewall/cowl rust and windscreen surround rust... that's where i been burnt
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Post by Aza »

anoher thing to look out for is if bj56 trys to sell u his :finger:
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Post by Mossy »

Well I managed to get a FJ45 it is in good condition as well I hope so anyhow. Mossy
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Post by bj42turbo »

Cool truck Mossy :cool:
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Post by bj56 »

thnaks aza nothing wrong with my fj just need some loven :lol:
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Post by bj56 »

thats a neat lookign truck dude bet that cost a lot more than my truck would have but as i said it need some loven
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