'74 RESTORE

the nitty gritty: Specs

Find the comprehensive list of fixes, replaced parts, upgrades and quality of life improvements below.

Engine and Drivetrain

Motor: Toyota F-155 3.9L Inline-6

Compression Ratio: 6.8:1

Fuel Type: Gasoline

Power: 75/93 kW (105/125 hp)

Torque: 261/289 N·m (189/209 lb·ft) at 2000 RPM

Fuel System: Carbureted

Transmission: 4-Speed Manual

Layout: Front engine, four-wheel-drive

Trim and Details

Exterior Paint: Dune Beige

Upgraded:

  • Stereo with Subwoofer
  • Drum Seats
  • All-New Front Seats
  • Tires

 

Original:

  • Knobs
  • Dials
  • Shifters

Body and Interior

  • Disassembled to frame except for engine compartment
  • Replaced tub with good condition used tub – seam at the base of the firewall
  • Stripped, cleaned, rust removal
  • Repaired/replaced one rear door, FL fender, and misc smaller dents/bruises
  • Por 15 on frame and engine compartment
  • Highest quality paint on all body parts
  • Engine paint
  • Reconditioning/refinish of fiberglass roof
  • Re-upholstery of rear jump seats
  • Powder coat on wheels/rims, bumpers, roll bars, and black trim
  • Install new front seats
  • Install new Retro Brand BlueTooth-enabled stereo and kicker speakers and subwoofer
  • Installed noise dampening panels in body and under roof headliner
  • Breakdown and clean front drum brakes
  • Install all new gaskets and weatherstripping throughout
  • Install various miscellaneous hardware (hinges, lights, etc.)
  • Complete radiator refurbishment/re-solder
  • Complete rear heater core refurbishment
  • Installed 1 set of front leaf springs
  • Installed RF spring bushings

Mechanical

  • Replaced master cylinder
  • Bled/flushed brake system
  • Bled/flushed clutch
  • Installed new wiring harness throughout
  • Installed new battery and main fuse
  • Installed new fuse box
  • Installed new secondary fuse box for stereo
  • Installed new vacuum hoses
  • Removed emissions control system
  • Replaced original alternator with new 140 Amp alternator
  • Installed new cabin lights
  • Installed dash-mounted volt meter
  • Installed Petronix electronic ignition
  • Installed clean engine and alternator grounds
  • Rebuilt carborator
  • Installed new dash bumpers
  • Breakdown and clean front drum brakes
  • Install all new gaskets and weatherstripping throughout
  • Install various miscellaneous hardware (hinges, lights, etc.)
  • Complete radiator refurbishment/re-solder
  • Complete rear heater core refurbishment
  • Installed 1 set of front leaf springs
  • Installed RF spring bushings
  • Set valves, clean valve cover
  • New air filter
  • New cap rotor wires
  • Installed new, electronic distributer
  • Installed new fuel tank
  • New windshield…all other glass is original and in good condition
  • Retuned engine
  • Installed new vent hoses
  • Fresh oil and coolant
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