BJ73 Restoration project

[yromero98]

Ok ok check this new escape ! I had to do some modifications for it to fit.

Also istalled the rear leafsprings , still the front ones to go , still deciding if I'm doing it myself or just take it to the mecanic

 

[yromero98]

I finish the front suspension ...

Also the escape is done , so its a bit more quiet which is nice.

 

[yromero98]

Alright , more updates ; Now I'm in the process of overhauling the engine , already have the gasket kit, water pump and clutch. I found this workshop where they restore old cars and they will let me work on the car there along with the mechanic . Still no photos, but as soon as the work starts I'll upload them.
I also started working on the hard top and rebuilt the side windows with new rubbers and the center scrapper ( or whatever is called) , also painted the roll bar and the side plastic panels.

 

[yromero98]

Finished the inside of the hard top , I think it looks good for a first time doing this kind of job haha

 

[yromero98]

Found photos of my old Land Cruisers , wish I had them all haha. Why LCs are Cool AF..?

 

[yromero98]

Started the work on the engine , gearbox and transfer, The bad news , the cam shaft is fucked , new to get a new or used one. If someone knows where I can buy one , would greatly appreciate the info.
There was a screw inside the cam from an inner metal plate of the cam cover and also a metal piece :-s
Good thing is the oil pump is still good and pistons as well.

 

[yromero98]

I found this VM engine :

VM part number: 425SLIRF.02A
Engine serial number: VM17B*06962*
Ford part number: 1050428
KD Motor part: V94DD6006/AB

It doesn't have any ancilliary parts, does anyone knows if my parts could work on this one?. The block looks the same to mine. It is brand new , which would be awesome if it fits.