Dan Guse, Whitehall, Wisconsin
1971 Toyota FJ-40
'Yota fans should find this FJ plenty stout for the trail, but is it ready for TTC? The choice is yours.
Engine: Chevy 406ci V-8, Holley Truck Avenger carb
Transmission: Turbo 350
Transfer case: NP205 with twin stick
Axles, f/r: Dana 60/Dana 60
Traction aids, f/r: Detroit Locker/Detroit Locker
Ratio: 5.13:1
Suspension, f/r: Spring-over, shackle reversal, 4-inch Downey leaf springs/Spring-over, 4-inch Downey leaf springs
Tires: 44-inch Boggers
Special Features: 100hp shot of NOS, ram-assist steering, Truck Nutz, Ramsey 9,500-pound winch, full cage
Driver Experience: 20 years