RESTORATION MODIFICATION SUZUKI JIMNY X1 1984

SUZUKI Jimny X1 (LIMITED EDITION) which is a rare variant of the Jimny . Jimny one of the 1984 production that still has a roof trepes ( flat . Red ) .

It is said that the Jimny X1 was not until 1000 units produced . " I think another type Jimny so many have had , " he said, explaining a bit of his Jimny . " Got antiques so definitely not almost everyone 's satisfaction ? " Chirped Vincent . Agree !

Honey color Jimny X1 is already not original . " The hallmark of the Jimny X1 has two colors . I 've owned Jimny colors changed , "said the father of three children . Choice of black and light gray was sprayed , the return to the original . " Painted over all body hilangin Jimny already corrosion , " he added .

Body and interior are still original so much encouragement to tidy up again this Jimny . But to make it more attractive still made ​​some modifications so it touches the Jimny looks more manly .

In the interior , Vincent did not make many changes . Especially in the area of ​​the dashboard . As a hallmark of the Jimny X1 , there is a panel on the dashboard rpm indicator and clock in the middle . " Both of these indicator panels still attached and functioning lo , " proud .

ENGINE

Congenital left Jimny F10A engine standards . It's just the engine room looks neat and clean .

INTERIOR

Dashboard deliberately not added other accessories . Understandably , the X1 Jimny dashboard is comparatively fresh .

SEAT

To be more comfortable seat innate evacuated . Volvo 244 seats instead of stolen goods 80s fitted . Now feels more padded seat .

INDICATOR

Two panel indicator which distinguishes Jimny X1 .

AXLE

Outsmart the conditions that allowed the standard engine mounted transfercase is on the low gear position ( L ) had a ratio 1:3,1 . Although it is now more commonly used daily is already ready to creep in off-road tracks .

SPECIFICATIONS SUZUKI JIMNY X1 1984

Engine : Suzuki F10A

Gearbox : Suzuki Jimny OEM 4 speed manual

Transfercase : Suzuki Jimny Custom ( L 1:3,1 )

Axle : OEM Suzuki X1

Springs : Daihatsu Taft

Sokbreker : Kayaba

Tires : Simex Extreme Trekker 31 "

Bumper : Custom

Over fenders : Custom

Seat : Volvo 244

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RESTORATON TOYOTA FJ55 1967

In 1967 the factory was officially released Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55 Toyota station wagon as a new variant having a 4x4. But it turns out that pinned FJ55 name not merely known. As with jengkol (archidendron pauciflorum) are much popular in Indonesia, when visited Malaysia better known as Jering while in Myanmar called da nyin thee. 

Back to the matter FJ55, despite the brand and type has been officially released by the manufacturer, was the local name also appears. In some areas of Indonesia, a jeep which is known as the Toyota Command. Whereas in other areas referred to as the Toyota Crocodile. Because of the long snout shape like the mouth of a crocodile. Although the mention of this fact is also sometimes pinned on Toyota DA. 

Originally condition of the body was eaten away rust in some places. Jeep body but fortunately this one has never been crashing or being hit. It can be said the body was straight and the trimmings are complete. 

This capital facilitates the restoration process. The idea is not in getting the color combination of literature books, but from the toy scale 1/64 Tomica alerts. Miniaturized Tomica may be said that such a reference FJ55 restoration. 

At least it took 1.5 years to complete the restoration. The problems are most severe when it should complement the interior knick-knacks that take the time to hunt down and find it. According to its local nickname, Syamsul also nicknamed Land Cruiser FJ55 beloved by the name Mr. Croco crocodile taken from the stands. 

Engine 

Coded 1F engine with congenital vehicle is forced retired due to conditions that no longer fit. In its place is a 2F engine which is a younger engine. In order not to lose the feel of the original the exotic crocodile, valve cover 1F remain employable replace valve cover congenital 2F task. 

Transmission 

4 speed transmission full original sinkromes innate vehicle is still in good condition so retained. The Aisin transmission alerts collaborated with tranfercase 2 part-time default speed vehicles. 

Axle 

Axle legendary, of course remains a priority maintained. Similarly, the suspension per leaf. Although using leaf springs dinosaur technology, but with the convenience of famous FJ55 when ride it. 

Rim 

FJ45 rims belong synergized with round rubber Dunlop alerts that nobody else is standard mining rooster latest Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ79. As a garnish, wheel hubcaps style TLC North American version. 

NEXT>> INTERIOR TOYOTA FJ55 1967

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INTERIOR TOYOTA FJ 55 1967

Interior 

And interior trimmings is one of the hardest part of the restoration process a FJ55. Luckily, Syamsul restorative materials have fairly extensive though not as perfect as expected. 

Some detail knacks such as door handles have not been successful in obtaining. Original back seat trying to be refreshed by re-wrapping using synthetic leather material.



Plate 

The idea arose because color selection diecast toys Tomica alerts. And emotional tangle that is not lost, the former foreign number plates sunrise pasted on the back. 

Placard 

Land Cruiser FJ55 was formerly an operational vehicle PLN is then auctioned off to the public in 1979. A pair of plaque affixed on either side of the dasborlah uncover the history of Japan as SUV. 

FJ55 SUV is not that handsome. Her face is weird cause an SUV that was dubbed as the pig or the ugly in Uncle Sam's country. In Indonesia called as Toyota Crocodile (Command). Designation likely crocodile emerging from its long snout appearance freely translated as muzzle crocodile. 

Specification TOYOTA FJ55 1967 

Chassis: OEM 1967 Toyota FJ55 

Body: OEM 1967 Toyota FJ55 

Engine: 4.2 liter 6-cylinder 2F 

Transmission: 4 speed manual OEM FJ55 

Tranfercase: 2 speed part-time OEM FJ55 

Axle: OEM Toyota FJ55 

Final gear: 37: 10 

Rims: OEM FJ45 

Tires: Dunlop Road Gripper 750 x 16 

Per: OEM FJ55 

Sokbreker: Old Man Emu

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TOYOTA BJ40 FJ40 ORIGINAL WHITE

TOYOTA BJ40 with plate number BH 1344 MM Budi, being one more bernopol BH 88 TM owned Martius. Both employers in Jambi. And when following the Tribune Auto Contest Contest in class hardtop, hardtop owned Martius won the Best Interior while belonging Budi won the audience choice Favorite trophy. 

Equally original diesel engined Toyota congenital 2B, difference, hardtop owned more Martius has many original fittings. Unfortunately, some parts like the air filter cover and chrome plated exhaust tebeng which reduces the value. Examples of the 16-inch racing rims chrome on hardtop owned by Budi, than the original tin rim belongs Martius."Because the more I wear everyday, so that handling large rim wear more comfortable," said Jambi's original entrepreneurs. 

But, do not ask how many original fittings are still mounted in hardtop owned by Martius.Starting from the front brake discs that have made original, light and still complete the cat eye is attached to the original Toyota PTO winch with rubber-rubber coating spare tire holder and the lid of the tank that was installed in its place.  (Mobil.otomotifnet.com)

Enter into any interior, both are still some differences. Carpet original foundation is still attached, but the difference in audio device on hardtop owned by Budi is already installed.AUTOMOTIVE participating as to the location of the shooting was fascinated with senyapnya cabin. There's no annoying noise like a vehicle that has been aged 29 years.Even so with the sound of the engine and suspension that still feels comfortable. 

Once the note, until the original stickers completeness also was still completely assembled. "Because we all friendships, so if there is one that can be good stuff. Must want to buy for them, too, "chuckled Budi again. Therefore, do not be surprised when the BJ and FJ saw this group in the contest. Almost all of them have almost the same original completeness. In fact, Budi had bought 6 sets of rims original cans in Australia while visiting there for friends in Jambi.

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