My brother and grandfather left me a 73 fj40. I'm far from mechanically inclined. Been slowly trying to rebuild it. When I get discouraged or stuck with frustration I watch this video to give me a little bit of motivation. I'll drive her some day... take her up the mountain to the pond we all used to fish at...

Dude, this was not just a rebuild video. This was pure passion and for me a beautiful journey down the memory lane :)

I learned to drive of one of these in 1983, when I was 16 years old... My dream to have one is not cancelled yet... Good job!!!

And I get all proud of myself after I change the oil and brakes on my truck. Crazy mad, MIND boggling set of skills on display here! AMAZING finished product. Very, very envious!

Thank you for showing us the total rebuild of your '74 FJ40.

I really enjoyed watching this restoration video. I love Toyota and seeing someone keep these classics in fantastic shape and useable is a testament to the value of these iconic vehicles. Absolutely a great job!

Wow! I worked for Toyota in the parts and service departments in 1970-1972. Always wanted a Land Cruiser like the ones coming in new. Young family so I couldn’t do it. Had plenty of Jeeps including military ones since. This one makes my heart glad!! Thanks 😊

Your patience and talent diserve my all thanking and vibes!!!!! your father 's love ..

That was amazing. You are one talented guy. My dad, brother, and I did that to a 68 Land Cruiser. It had a 350 Chevy in it. We put a automatic transmission and power steering in it. We took it down to the axles, cleaned, painted, and restored a few things. Nothing like what you had to do. My Land Cruiser was nine years old when we did it. This video brought back good memories with my dad and brother. I’m 68 now, wish I hadn’t sold the Land Cruiser. Bad decision on my part. Again, amazing job, and thanks for sharing your journey with this Land Cruiser. 👍

I did the same to an ‘80 fj40 as a “hobby in the garage “ I called it. Painted it the Same color. No wonder it took me so long. Reminds me just how much work it was. You did a great job 👍

What a great frame-off restoration time laps presentation! My first FJ 40 was a new 1972 white I 'lost' that in a trade and later purchased a new 1976 yellow which I traded in as well. Then I bought a new 2007 FJ Cruiser silver which I still have and intend driving until I can't. These machines were made to do one thing only and do it extremely well, climb! That they do!

This man clearly knew what he was doing.

This is simply awesome. I used to ride one of these in my childhood. Great job done. I want this FJ40.

Inexplicable feelings Because every step is very attentive and responsible Glad to see works resurrecting forgotten things back to life Thank you for allowing me to see this. Encouraged the team

My uncle has one just like this one but 79, he was ASTONISHED by how amazing the restoration was!

Not only knowledge... It takes courage to restore this titan. Well done sir.

And he lives to fight another 45 years!! nice job with the restoration mate! I'm more of a Rover person when it comes to off-roading but in the Toyota side of the planet, these FJ40's are my absolute favorite!

Knew the FJ43 from owning qty 2 in Saudi Arabia so quite similar to the FJ40. Beautiful job restoring this. They are amazing tools for exploring trails and are as tough as a stock vehicle can be.

Very tidy resto, i'm Rover owner who also appreciates the FJ 40's. It will last for decades. Excellent work.

Nicely done. I remember being a teen when these came out and we went to a dealer and sat in a new one, sadly I could not afford one but this rebuild is as nice and clean as the new one I remember. Bravo, job well done.