{"title":"Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 Body Panels","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is the most restored classic 4x4 in the world, and this is the most complete range of replica FJ40 body panels available anywhere — every pressing stamped to the original-style factory profile in automotive-grade steel and shipped worldwide. Whether you are replacing a single rusted rear fender or rebodying a complete truck on a fresh tub, every panel here is made to fit the way the original did — without the donor-car hunt or the rust-repair marathon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy FJ40s need new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota built the FJ40 from 1960 to 1984 with simple flat-stamped panels and no galvanising. Fifty years later, nearly every unrestored FJ40 carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the sills and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons and the firewall footwells. Original replacement steel is long out of production, and good second-hand panels are as rusty as the ones they would replace. Correctly stamped replica panels are the accepted restoration route — faster, cheaper and straighter than patching pitted original metal or cutting up a donor truck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in this range\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection covers the full FJ40 body: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efront and rear fenders\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003ecomplete replica tubs and cab assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e (front halves, rear halves, whole tubs and complete cabs with doors), \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloor pans and sills\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tailgates\"\u003etailgates\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-side-panels\"\u003ecorner and quarter panels\u003c\/a\u003e, firewalls, windscreen glass, hardware and more. Panels are listed by side (LH\/RH) and, where pressings changed across the production run, by year range — always match your build year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuying advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart from the structure outward: floors, sills and braces first, then quarters and corners, then bolt-on panels like fenders and tailgates last. If more than half the tub needs steel, price a complete replica tub assembly against individual panels — on labour alone the assembly usually wins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo replica FJ40 panels fit original bodies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Panels are pressed to original-style profiles and fit existing seam and bolt locations. As with any restoration panel, trial-fit before paint and expect minor flange adjustment as part of normal panel work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat years do these panels fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range covers 1960–1984 FJ40s (and shares many pressings with BJ40\/HJ45 diesels). Year ranges are stated on each product; the 1973–74 and 1979 updates are the main change points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan you ship an FJ40 tub internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — tubs and complete cabs ship worldwide by crated sea freight, and smaller panels by air or courier. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eshipping page\u003c\/a\u003e for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros replica panels are aftermarket parts; vehicle names are used for fitment identification only. Related: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj45\"\u003eFJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/land-cruiser-40-series\"\u003eall 40-Series\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/fj40-rust-guide\"\u003eFJ40 rust guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-fender-lh","title":"Rear Fender, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear fender is a precision replica fender made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06L(68)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its fender was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707286081,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06L(68)","price":400.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-06L_68_3e8db1c3-f095-4097-9562-b641db8959fd.jpg?v=1783303467"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-fender-rh","title":"Rear Fender, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear fender is a precision replica fender made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the right-hand (RH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06R(68)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica fender gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707318849,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06R(68)","price":400.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-06R_68_6bcfa813-f321-4f46-b9c7-32455ade1374.jpg?v=1783303469"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-wheel-assembly-lh","title":"Rear Wheel Assembly, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica rear wheel assembly suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, left-hand (LH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Guards \u0026amp; Wheel Housings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06L(ASSY)(68)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. 4–8 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wheel housing fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded wheel housing means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWheel housings are welded structure. Drill the factory spot welds, remove the old housing, and trial-fit the new panel with clamps and self-tapping screws before committing to weld. Plug-weld at the original spot-weld locations, then seal every seam — the housing lives in constant spray and mud. Undercoat after paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, clamps, seam sealer, weld-through primer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting out the old panel before the new one arrives, welding without weld-through primer on mating flanges, and leaving seams unsealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this wheel housing fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-wheel-housings\"\u003einner guards \u0026amp; wheel housings\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707351617,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06L(ASSY)(68)","price":598.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-06L_ASSY_68_33a3f9fa-0af5-4cc5-bb5a-b6df7b20a40b.jpg?v=1783303470"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-wheel-assembly-rh","title":"Rear Wheel Assembly, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica rear wheel assembly suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Guards \u0026amp; Wheel Housings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06R(ASSY)(68)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. 4–8 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wheel housing fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica wheel housing gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWheel housings are welded structure. Drill the factory spot welds, remove the old housing, and trial-fit the new panel with clamps and self-tapping screws before committing to weld. Plug-weld at the original spot-weld locations, then seal every seam — the housing lives in constant spray and mud. Undercoat after paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, clamps, seam sealer, weld-through primer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting out the old panel before the new one arrives, welding without weld-through primer on mating flanges, and leaving seams unsealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this wheel housing fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-wheel-housings\"\u003einner guards \u0026amp; wheel housings\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707384385,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06R(ASSY)(68)","price":598.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-06R_ASSY_68_6d504cbe-2caf-40df-aaab-215f6775cbcb.jpg?v=1783303471"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-75-78-3-4-tub-assembly-lhd","title":"Replica 75-78 3\/4 Tub Assembly LHD – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 75-78 3\/4 tub assembly is a precision replica body assembly made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1975-1978), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eLHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​left-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-5(68)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded body assembly means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1978 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707515457,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-5(68)","price":3249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/75-783qtrtub01_53d212ec-8ffa-49e1-8f5b-7c06795ebd2a.jpg?v=1783303476"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-1-2-body-tub","title":"Replica Rear 1\/2 Body Tub (1979-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica rear 1\/2 body tub for 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded body assembly means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707548225,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-7","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-00-7_6f1b323d-6faa-445f-aa58-7f79ede3c719.jpg?v=1783303477"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-whole-tub","title":"Replica Whole Tub – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis whole tub is a precision replica body assembly made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 (1975-1978), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded body assembly means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1978 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126707613761,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-11","price":6290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-00-11_cd47d3b0-22d3-47fe-ab81-3fd11b276919.jpg?v=1783303478"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-body-tub-lhd","title":"Replica Body Tub LHD – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica body tub for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eLHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​left-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded body assembly means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126708138049,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-4","price":6290.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-00-4_9112861d-2bb3-4871-a574-f1a47b794fa5.jpg?v=1783303485"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-complete-cab-with-doors-with-custom-paint-lhd","title":"Replica Complete Cab with Doors‚ with Custom Paint LHD – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica complete cab with doors‚ with custom paint for 1975-1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eLHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​left-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica body assembly gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1978 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126708826177,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00","price":12500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-00-022_5f870837-c849-4ed9-adf9-00636846d574.jpg?v=1783303497"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-spare-tire-frame","title":"Spare Tire Frame – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis spare tire frame is a precision replica floor panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica floor panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126708891713,"sku":"SYC-TY65-11","price":255.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-69_c69550e3-b150-461c-b1e9-4b45e63b1ec6.jpg?v=1783303498"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-door-patch-set-rh","title":"Door Patch Set, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica door patch set suits 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-29R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — approx. 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis door fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica door gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoors are a bolt-on repair: transfer your hinges, latches, glass and regulators to the new shell, hang the door, then adjust hinge and striker positions until gaps are even. Set door gaps before paint — aim for consistent 4–5 mm margins — and check the swage line alignment with the adjacent panels. Worn hinge pins will defeat even a perfect door, so rebuild hinges at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, hinge spanners, door-alignment jack or helper, trim tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting before test-fitting, re-using worn hinge pins, and forcing gap problems with the striker instead of the hinges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this door fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-doors\"\u003edoors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711283777,"sku":"SYC-TY65-29R","price":133.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-29R_d8251a5c-3546-4a37-957a-0d9d5b5f3c3e.jpg?v=1783303519"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-firewall-rh","title":"Firewall, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica firewall suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirewalls \u0026amp; Cowls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-15-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. 6–12 hours depending on section\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis firewall panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica firewall panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 hours depending on section  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirewall repair is structural surgery: photograph and measure everything before cutting, because pedal boxes, steering columns, master cylinders and loom grommets all reference this panel. Fit the new section with the body braced, check door and windscreen apertures haven't moved, and plug-weld at factory seams. Seal thoroughly — the cowl plenum drains through this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, clamps, seam sealer, measuring tape for datum checks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e losing the datum points for pedal and column mounts, and skipping the drainage sealing that caused the rust in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this firewall panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-firewalls\"\u003efirewalls \u0026amp; cowls\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711382081,"sku":"SYC-TY65-15-1","price":901.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-15-1_a7bb7ca4-877e-4f6e-9afa-6d636261d725.jpg?v=1783303522"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-corner-window-lh","title":"Corner Window, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica corner window suits 1968-1978,1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, left-hand (LH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in glass to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16L(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its glass was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978,1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711414849,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16L(GL)","price":178.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-01L_GL_313dfa80-1ca2-442c-820a-1d85b3dcba46.jpg?v=1783303523"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-corner-window-rh","title":"Corner Window, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica corner window for 1968-1978,1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations, right-hand (RH) side. Stamped in glass to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16R(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica glass gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight glass from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978,1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711447617,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16R(GL)","price":178.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-01R_GL_d240a593-3bbb-4fd8-bf84-63d03122c307.jpg?v=1783303525"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-hood-hinges","title":"Hood Hinges – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Stainless Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica hood hinges suits 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in stainless steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHinges, Locks \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy — approx. 15–60 minutes per item\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardware item fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica hardware item gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight stainless steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–60 minutes per item  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace hardware in matched sets where possible and always when hanging new panels — new door on worn hinges is a wasted door. Grease pivots on assembly, fit with bolts snug, align the panel, then torque. Stainless hardware upgrades resist the corrosion that seized the originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, thread lubricant, grease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e hanging new panels on worn hinges and blaming the panel for the sag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this hardware item fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new stainless steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-hardware\"\u003ehinges, locks \u0026amp; hardware\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711480385,"sku":"SYC-TY65-67","price":185.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-67_2ea36014-e3d0-460d-ad76-8dba2b72419d.jpg?v=1783303526"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-cab-window-lh","title":"Rear Cab Window, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear cab window is a precision replica glass made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1968-1978,1979-1984), pressed in glass to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-02L(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded glass means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978,1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711513153,"sku":"SYC-TY65-02L(GL)","price":132.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-02L_GL_b1a68f5f-ecd7-45ab-8290-a71cbe6d8d8e.jpg?v=1783303527"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-cab-window-rh","title":"Rear Cab Window, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear cab window is a precision replica glass made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1968-1978,1979-1984), pressed in glass to the original-style profile for the right-hand (RH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-02R(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its glass was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978,1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711545921,"sku":"SYC-TY65-02R(GL)","price":132.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-02R_GL_9c7abef7-01f7-4e2b-aefc-85d94ba3a69d.jpg?v=1783303528"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-corner-patch-panel-lh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear corner patch panel is a precision replica patch panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its patch panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711578689,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16L","price":215.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-16L-003_48851d2c-dc1e-4587-81f3-f30e55679937.jpg?v=1783303529"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-corner-patch-panel-rh","title":"Rear Corner Patch Panel, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear corner patch panel is a precision replica patch panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the right-hand (RH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatch Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-16R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. 2–4 hours per patch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis patch panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica patch panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per patch  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHold the patch over the rusted area, scribe, and cut the corrosion out with a margin of clean steel. Butt-weld with tacks spaced around the joint, filling between tacks slowly to control heat. Dress the welds, treat the rear face, and skim with filler. A patch done this way is invisible and permanent; an overlapped, seam-sealed shortcut will bubble within two winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting wheel, MIG welder, hammer and dolly, weld-through primer, filler for finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e lap-joining instead of butt-welding, continuous welds that warp the panel, and leaving the back of the repair bare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this patch panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-patch-panels\"\u003epatch panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711611457,"sku":"SYC-TY65-16R","price":215.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-16R.jpg?v=1783303531"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-fender-lh-steel","title":"Rear Fender, LH (1979-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis rear fender is a precision replica fender made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded fender means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711644225,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06L","price":500.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-06L-006_4f2b1276-7389-47f1-b9f9-6eb1c5c86e7e.jpg?v=1783303532"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-fender-rh-steel","title":"Rear Fender, RH (1979-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica rear fender suits 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica fender gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711676993,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06R","price":500.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-06R_aeb76d82-81d1-470a-a2c3-d0c49fc81942.jpg?v=1783303533"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-rear-floor","title":"Rear Floor (1979-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica rear floor suits 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded floor panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711742529,"sku":"SYC-TY65-17","price":397.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-17-002_07ed2ebe-0db4-42e5-8309-444df9a7fbcb.jpg?v=1783303534"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-cab-upper-panel-lh","title":"Cab Upper Panel, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cab upper panel is a precision replica panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1975-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Specialty Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-20L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours typical  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost specialty panels install with screws or light welding in protected areas, so fit and finish matter more than structure. Trial-fit, transfer captive nuts or clips from the original where used, and prime and paint before final assembly — these panels are visible up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools; welder only where the original was welded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting after assembly instead of before, and losing the original fasteners before checking the new panel's holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-interior-misc\"\u003einterior \u0026amp; specialty panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711775297,"sku":"SYC-TY65-20L","price":998.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-20L_b4ea1096-e8e1-4f5a-bae2-53adda61e773.jpg?v=1783303536"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-cab-upper-panel-rh","title":"Cab Upper Panel, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cab upper panel is a precision replica panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1975-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the right-hand (RH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Specialty Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-20R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours typical  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost specialty panels install with screws or light welding in protected areas, so fit and finish matter more than structure. Trial-fit, transfer captive nuts or clips from the original where used, and prime and paint before final assembly — these panels are visible up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools; welder only where the original was welded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting after assembly instead of before, and losing the original fasteners before checking the new panel's holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-interior-misc\"\u003einterior \u0026amp; specialty panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711808065,"sku":"SYC-TY65-20R","price":998.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-20R_605f11c0-ccc6-4aec-8483-4d27bef035e5.jpg?v=1783303537"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-roof-panel","title":"Roof Panel – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica roof panel for 1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a full day with two people\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis roof panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica roof panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a full day with two people  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoof skins are large, springy and unforgiving alone — always fit with two people. Drill the gutter spot welds, lift the old skin, and clamp the new panel while checking the door and windscreen apertures stay true. Weld in short, alternating bursts to keep heat out of the big flat crown, then seal the gutters properly — they're why the original rusted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, long clamps, a helper, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat-warping the crown with long welds, and leaving gutter seams unsealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this roof panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-roof\"\u003eroof panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711840833,"sku":"SYC-TY65-13","price":2172.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-13_f7bb231a-7f55-481e-b874-d289dc2638d4.jpg?v=1783303538"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-down-hinges","title":"Tailgate Down Hinges – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Stainless Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate down hinges is a precision replica hardware item made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in stainless steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHinges, Locks \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-68(DOWN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy — approx. 15–60 minutes per item\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardware item fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its hardware item was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–60 minutes per item  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace hardware in matched sets where possible and always when hanging new panels — new door on worn hinges is a wasted door. Grease pivots on assembly, fit with bolts snug, align the panel, then torque. Stainless hardware upgrades resist the corrosion that seized the originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, thread lubricant, grease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e hanging new panels on worn hinges and blaming the panel for the sag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this hardware item fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new stainless steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-hardware\"\u003ehinges, locks \u0026amp; hardware\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711873601,"sku":"SYC-TY65-68(DOWN)","price":76.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-68_DOWN_4db19831-bc21-47bc-bb69-5823a217ac6b.jpg?v=1783303540"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-lh","title":"Tailgate, LH (1975-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate is a precision replica tailgate made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1975-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTailgates \u0026amp; Rear Doors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-03L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded tailgate means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTailgates bolt to their hinges, so replacement is mostly transfer work: swap chains or stays, latches, handles and any glass hardware to the new panel, then adjust for even margins against the rear opening. Seal the internal seams before paint so the new panel doesn't repeat the original's fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools, thread lubricant for aged hinge bolts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e skipping internal cavity wax, and not checking the rear body opening for rust and distortion before blaming the new panel for poor gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this tailgate fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tailgates\"\u003etailgates \u0026amp; rear doors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711906369,"sku":"SYC-TY65-03L","price":655.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-03L_b575a8bc-4285-46c7-b668-5165cf062800.jpg?v=1783303541"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-rh","title":"Tailgate, RH (1975-1984) – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica tailgate suits 1975-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTailgates \u0026amp; Rear Doors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-03R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its tailgate was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTailgates bolt to their hinges, so replacement is mostly transfer work: swap chains or stays, latches, handles and any glass hardware to the new panel, then adjust for even margins against the rear opening. Seal the internal seams before paint so the new panel doesn't repeat the original's fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools, thread lubricant for aged hinge bolts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e skipping internal cavity wax, and not checking the rear body opening for rust and distortion before blaming the new panel for poor gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this tailgate fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tailgates\"\u003etailgates \u0026amp; rear doors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126711971905,"sku":"SYC-TY65-03R","price":655.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-03R_7ebc593c-7a18-4280-bff6-d072dabfbc5f.jpg?v=1783303542"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-upper-hinges-lh","title":"Tailgate Upper Hinges, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Stainless Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate upper hinges is a precision replica hardware item made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1979-1984), pressed in stainless steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHinges, Locks \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-68(UP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy — approx. 15–60 minutes per item\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hardware item fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded hardware item means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–60 minutes per item  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace hardware in matched sets where possible and always when hanging new panels — new door on worn hinges is a wasted door. Grease pivots on assembly, fit with bolts snug, align the panel, then torque. Stainless hardware upgrades resist the corrosion that seized the originals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, thread lubricant, grease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e hanging new panels on worn hinges and blaming the panel for the sag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this hardware item fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new stainless steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-hardware\"\u003ehinges, locks \u0026amp; hardware\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712004673,"sku":"SYC-TY65-68(UP)","price":76.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-68_UP_803741f6-7095-4ee7-8967-9a66b8ca0fa6.jpg?v=1783303543"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-window-lh","title":"Tailgate Window, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate window is a precision replica glass made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1975-1984), pressed in glass to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-04L(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica glass gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight glass from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712037441,"sku":"SYC-TY65-04L(GL)","price":165.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-04L_GL_d61a4c1c-aa12-4a0f-894c-0f3dee470503.jpg?v=1783303544"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-tailgate-window-rh","title":"Tailgate Window, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Glass)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica tailgate window suits 1975-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in glass to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBody Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-04R(GL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 30–90 minutes per pane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis glass fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its glass was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–90 minutes per pane  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit glass with new seals every time — hardened original rubber is why the old glass leaked. Fit the seal to the glass, run setting cord in the body channel groove, sit the assembly in the aperture and pull the cord to walk the lip over the pinch-weld. Glazing soap, patience and a helper beat force every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e new rubber seals, glass-setting cord, glazing soap, trim tools; never re-use hardened rubbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e re-using old seals, and forcing the lip with a screwdriver instead of pulling it with cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this glass fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new glass — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-glass\"\u003ebody glass\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712070209,"sku":"SYC-TY65-04R(GL)","price":165.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-04R_GL_b1e3f0cd-e035-485d-afab-b096e4fa4823.jpg?v=1783303545"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-complete-cab-with-doors-with-primer","title":"Replica Complete Cab with Doors with Primer – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis complete cab with doors with primer is a precision replica body assembly made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 (1979-1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica body assembly gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1979-1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712102977,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-3","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-00-9_519758bb-a8a9-4d8a-b5a7-b5d351f9a171.jpg?v=1783303546"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-truck-bed-fender-rh","title":"Truck Bed Fender, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica truck bed fender for 1968-1978,1979-1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 restorations, right-hand (RH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTruck Beds \u0026amp; Trays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-06R-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to Advanced — approx. half a day to a weekend depending on scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bed panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978,1979-1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its bed panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e half a day to a weekend depending on scope  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBed construction mixes bolted and welded joints — map which is which on your truck before cutting. Replace cross-sills at the same time as floors if they're scaling, and seal every overlap seam; bed seams are the original failure point. Bolt-on bed fenders and rails follow normal gap-and-fit practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder for welded sections, basic hand tools for bolt-on parts, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e laying a new floor over rotten cross-sills, and leaving overlap seams open to catch water again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this bed panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978,1979-1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-beds\"\u003etruck beds \u0026amp; trays\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712397889,"sku":"SYC-TY65-06R-1","price":546.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-06R-1_f3180db0-df11-4e96-8070-694a784e4c42.jpg?v=1783303555"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-1-2-body-tub-dash-board-lhd","title":"Replica Front 1\/2 Body Tub Dash Board LHD – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica front 1\/2 body tub dash board for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eLHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​left-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubs, Cabs \u0026amp; Body Assemblies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-00-6-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional \/ experienced builder — approx. 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis body assembly fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica body assembly gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ40, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional \/ experienced builder  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 days for removal and replacement, excluding refit  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete assembly replaces unbolt-and-lift structure: disconnect wiring, fuel and brake lines routed through the body, unbolt the mounts, and lift the old structure off the chassis. Inspect and refurbish chassis outriggers and mounts before the new assembly goes on — new body on rusty mounts is wasted money. Shim to factory alignment before final torque, then transfer doors and hardware and set all gaps. These assemblies ship by international sea freight in dedicated crates; inspect on delivery and photograph the crate before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e engine crane or several helpers, body-mount hardware, alignment datums, transport-damage inspection kit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting to unrestored body mounts, discarding shims, and skipping the delivery inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this body assembly fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tubs-cabs\"\u003etubs, cabs \u0026amp; body assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712561729,"sku":"SYC-TY65-00-6-2","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/529464C4-D0D2-4CA5-9484-18BBE140392E_af1f9842-d510-46da-b7d9-9a164f2a1db5.jpg?v=1783303560"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-front-bib","title":"Front Bib – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica front bib for 1968-1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront End, Grilles \u0026amp; Bumpers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-09（68）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — approx. 2–5 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis front-end panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded front-end panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–5 hours  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost front-end panels bolt through slotted holes that allow real adjustment — use it. Fit loose, hang the hood and fenders, and centre everything before tightening so latch, lights and gaps all land together. On welded radiator supports, measure diagonals against the chassis datum before welding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, alignment measure, thread lubricant; welder only for welded supports.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e tightening before the hood latch is aligned, and ignoring bent mounting brackets from old impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this front-end panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-front-end\"\u003efront end, grilles \u0026amp; bumpers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712627265,"sku":"SYC-TY65-09（68）","price":530.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-09_68_acaef4ee-ddb3-42f2-8ca3-3417cfa30485.jpg?v=1783303562"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-door-no-frame-lh","title":"Front Door No Frame, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica front door no frame suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, left-hand (LH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-01L-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — approx. 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis door fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded door means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoors are a bolt-on repair: transfer your hinges, latches, glass and regulators to the new shell, hang the door, then adjust hinge and striker positions until gaps are even. Set door gaps before paint — aim for consistent 4–5 mm margins — and check the swage line alignment with the adjacent panels. Worn hinge pins will defeat even a perfect door, so rebuild hinges at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, hinge spanners, door-alignment jack or helper, trim tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting before test-fitting, re-using worn hinge pins, and forcing gap problems with the striker instead of the hinges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this door fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-doors\"\u003edoors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712791105,"sku":"SYC-TY65-01L-3","price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-01L-3_bcf6ad85-4a67-4365-81d8-202c9084c1d9.jpg?v=1783303567"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-door-no-frame-rh","title":"Front Door No Frame, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica front door no frame suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-01R-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — approx. 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis door fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded door means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoors are a bolt-on repair: transfer your hinges, latches, glass and regulators to the new shell, hang the door, then adjust hinge and striker positions until gaps are even. Set door gaps before paint — aim for consistent 4–5 mm margins — and check the swage line alignment with the adjacent panels. Worn hinge pins will defeat even a perfect door, so rebuild hinges at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, hinge spanners, door-alignment jack or helper, trim tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting before test-fitting, re-using worn hinge pins, and forcing gap problems with the striker instead of the hinges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this door fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-doors\"\u003edoors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126712823873,"sku":"SYC-TY65-01R-3","price":690.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-01R-3_82e9328c-b9a9-4c3d-9d89-3678bea33577.jpg?v=1783303568"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-front-fender-rhd-lh","title":"Front Fender RHD, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis front fender is a precision replica fender made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile for the left-hand (LH) side. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eRHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​right-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-05L-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica fender gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713249857,"sku":"SYC-TY65-05L-1","price":496.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-05L-1_9939e1ed-07d8-418e-a3ff-a19dca5a2c60.jpg?v=1783303585"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-front-fender-rhd-rh","title":"Front Fender RHD, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica front fender suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds, right-hand (RH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler. This panel suits \u003cstrong\u003eRHD\u003c\/strong\u003e (​right-hand-drive) vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFenders \u0026amp; Guards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRHD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-05R-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 2–4 hours per side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fender fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica fender gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per side  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost classic 4x4 and truck fenders bolt on. Strip the lights and trim from the old panel, test-fit the new fender loose, and set the gaps against the door and hood before final tightening — fender-to-door gap is the one everyone sees. Seal the mounting flanges and inject cavity wax along the lower edge, which is where the original died.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, panel clips, seam sealer, cavity wax.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e bolting up tight before gapping, forgetting anti-corrosion treatment on the hidden flanges, and re-using crushed mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this fender fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-fenders\"\u003efenders \u0026amp; guards\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713282625,"sku":"SYC-TY65-05R-1","price":496.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-05R-1_be95cf94-4460-4486-bb9c-5d7584652234.jpg?v=1783303586"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-floor-cutouts-lh","title":"Front Floor Cutouts, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica front floor cutouts for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations, left-hand (LH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-22L-1（68）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSkip the rust bucket rescue\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe oldroute to a straight Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 body was buying a second parts vehicle and hoping its floor panel was better than yours. That gamble costs storage, freight and usually disappointment — donor panels carry the same decades of corrosion in the same places. New replica steel ends the cycle: predictable cost, predictable fit, and every panel of your actual vehicle preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713315393,"sku":"SYC-TY65-22L-1（68）","price":239.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-22L-1_68_f85e3a52-1646-4025-bf8b-f5fcea070ebe.jpg?v=1783303587"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-floor-cutouts-rh","title":"Front Floor Cutouts, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica front floor cutouts for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations, right-hand (RH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-22R-1（68）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded floor panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713348161,"sku":"SYC-TY65-22R-1（68）","price":239.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-22R-1_68_16666da3-091f-4d49-8fd8-c2b90c19d76c.jpg?v=1783303588"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-front-floor-pan-lh","title":"Front Floor Pan, LH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica front floor pan suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds, left-hand (LH) side and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-22L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica floor panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713380929,"sku":"SYC-TY65-22L","price":119.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-31L_8d86b714-aa64-41bb-a94e-db07118fe07d.jpg?v=1783303589"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-front-floor-pan-rh","title":"Front Floor Pan, RH – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica front floor pan for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 restorations, right-hand (RH) side. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSide\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-22R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica floor panel gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713413697,"sku":"SYC-TY65-22R","price":119.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-31R_bfb12dad-87a6-44cc-a3f7-2a65f29847a8.jpg?v=1783303590"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-floor-panel","title":"Front Floor Panel – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis front floor panel is a precision replica floor panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-22（68）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded floor panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713446465,"sku":"SYC-TY65-22（68）","price":835.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-22_68_6655f7b8-7ee5-4cbc-a3c8-244b4678d72a.jpg?v=1783303591"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-front-sill-assembly","title":"Front Sill Assembly – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis front sill assembly is a precision replica floor panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloors \u0026amp; Sills\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced — approx. a weekend per section for a first-timer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis floor panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded floor panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e a weekend per section for a first-timer  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrace the body before cutting — door apertures move when floors come out. Cut the old floor back to solid metal, keep the factory cross-braces or replace them in the same operation, and plug-weld the new pan at original spot-weld spacing. Seal both sides and underseal the exterior face. If seat-belt anchors land in the repair area, follow the factory reinforcement layout exactly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e spot-weld drill, MIG welder, cutting wheel, clamps, weld-through primer, seam sealer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting everything out at once with no bracing, welding to rusty flange remnants, and forgetting the seat and belt anchor reinforcements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are not an experienced welder, we recommend professional installation for this panel — it is structural, and correct seam welding matters for both safety and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this floor panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is a welded structural panel. It should be trial-fitted, clamped and plug-welded at the factory seam locations, ideally by an experienced welder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-floors\"\u003efloors \u0026amp; sills\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713577537,"sku":"SYC-TY65-18","price":640.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-50_5c0fbe88-d8ae-4433-813b-380392fded0c.jpg?v=1783303595"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-tank-cap","title":"Tank Cap – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica tank cap suits 1968-1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1968-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-31（68）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — approx. 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis door fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1968-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica door gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 hours per door (fitting and alignment)  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDoors are a bolt-on repair: transfer your hinges, latches, glass and regulators to the new shell, hang the door, then adjust hinge and striker positions until gaps are even. Set door gaps before paint — aim for consistent 4–5 mm margins — and check the swage line alignment with the adjacent panels. Worn hinge pins will defeat even a perfect door, so rebuild hinges at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, hinge spanners, door-alignment jack or helper, trim tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting before test-fitting, re-using worn hinge pins, and forcing gap problems with the striker instead of the hinges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this door fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1968-1978 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-doors\"\u003edoors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713610305,"sku":"SYC-TY65-31（68）","price":100.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SY-TY65-53-68_50d4ecf7-3089-4d1c-b329-ddf57dd95fd8.jpg?v=1783303596"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fuel-tank-bowl","title":"Fuel Tank Bowl – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica fuel tank bowl for 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Specialty Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-31-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours typical  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost specialty panels install with screws or light welding in protected areas, so fit and finish matter more than structure. Trial-fit, transfer captive nuts or clips from the original where used, and prime and paint before final assembly — these panels are visible up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools; welder only where the original was welded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting after assembly instead of before, and losing the original fasteners before checking the new panel's holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-interior-misc\"\u003einterior \u0026amp; specialty panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713643073,"sku":"SYC-TY65-31-3","price":701.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-31-3_3e8f7123-7fa0-4744-9974-6d23fd713fe4.jpg?v=1783303597"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fuel-tank-cover","title":"Fuel Tank Cover – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fuel tank cover is a precision replica panel made to suit the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (1960–1984), pressed in steel to the original-style profile. Instead of spending weekends cutting rust out of fifty-year-old steel — or hunting down a donor vehicle for one usable panel — you start with straight, new metal that is ready for preparation and paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Specialty Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-31-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis panel fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded panel means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours typical  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost specialty panels install with screws or light welding in protected areas, so fit and finish matter more than structure. Trial-fit, transfer captive nuts or clips from the original where used, and prime and paint before final assembly — these panels are visible up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools; welder only where the original was welded.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e painting after assembly instead of before, and losing the original fasteners before checking the new panel's holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this panel fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-interior-misc\"\u003einterior \u0026amp; specialty panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713675841,"sku":"SYC-TY65-31-2","price":300.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-31-2.jpg?v=1783303598"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-half-upper-tailgate","title":"Half Upper Tailgate – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA direct-fit replica half upper tailgate for 1975-1978 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 restorations. Stamped in steel to original-style contours so it lines up with existing seams, gaps and hardware locations — the fastest route from rust bucket to straight body without sacrificing a donor car.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTailgates \u0026amp; Rear Doors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-03-68-UP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–3 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tailgate fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1975-1978\u003c\/strong\u003e. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe maths of new steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestorers rarely regret buying a new panel; they regret the three weekends spent trying to save an old one first. Repairing a corroded tailgate means paying for blasting, fabrication time and filler — and the result is still fifty-year-old metal. A replica pressing costs a known amount, arrives straight, and spares a donor vehicle from being cut up for parts. Your original panel can stay with the vehicle for provenance; your build gets metal you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 is one of the most restored four-wheel drives on earth. Built from 1960 to 1984, the short-wheelbase FJ40 earned its reputation on mine sites, farms and expedition routes across Australia, Africa, South America and North America, powered for most of its life by the 3.9-litre F and 4.2-litre 2F inline-six petrol engines (with BJ40\/HJ45 diesel siblings sharing the same body). Toyota built the FJ40 with simple, flat-stamped panels and a bolt-together tub, which is exactly why so many survive today — and why reproduction body panels can return even a badly corroded example to factory shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the FJ40 worked hard and lived outdoors, nearly every survivor carries rust in the same places: the rear quarter panels and lower corners, the rear sill and floor braces, the tailgate skins, the front fender aprons, the firewall footwells and the windscreen frame. Original Toyota steel was never galvanised, and fifty years of trapped mud between the body and the chassis outriggers does the rest. Replacing rusted sections with correctly stamped reproduction panels is the accepted restoration method — patching heavily pitted original steel almost always costs more in labour than fitting a new panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 hours  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTailgates bolt to their hinges, so replacement is mostly transfer work: swap chains or stays, latches, handles and any glass hardware to the new panel, then adjust for even margins against the rear opening. Seal the internal seams before paint so the new panel doesn't repeat the original's fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, trim tools, thread lubricant for aged hinge bolts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e skipping internal cavity wax, and not checking the rear body opening for rust and distortion before blaming the new panel for poor gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this tailgate fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1975-1978 models as listed above. FJ40 bodies changed in detail over the production run — most noticeably at the 1973–74 update and the 1979 facelift — so always match the panel to your build year and compare pressings with your original before final fitting. Left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive bodies share most panels; firewall, dash and some cowl parts are drive-side specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 commonly rusts in rear quarter panels, lower rear corners, sills, floor pans, tailgate skins, fender aprons and the firewall footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-tailgates\"\u003etailgates \u0026amp; rear doors\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713774145,"sku":"SYC-TY65-03-68-UP","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-03-68-UP_c067072c-13d2-4168-9b45-a56b765a26fd.jpg?v=1783303601"},{"product_id":"toyota-land-cruiser-fj40-fj45-hood","title":"Hood – for Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026 FJ45 (Steel)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave your restoration hours for the work that shows: this replica hood suits 1960–1984 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 builds and replaces panels that would cost more in repair labour than they are worth. Manufactured in steel to match the original pressing, it fits the way the panel it replaces once did — without the rust, dents or filler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePanel type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoods \u0026amp; Bonnets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSYC-TY65-04（W\/O）\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied ready for prep and paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Moderate — approx. 1–2 hours with a helper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWelding required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — bolt-on \/ transfer fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hood fits the \u003cstrong\u003eToyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/strong\u003e, model years \u003cstrong\u003e1960–1984\u003c\/strong\u003e. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with any reproduction panel, trial-fit against the vehicle before final welding or paint. Minor adjustment at flanges and mounting points is a normal part of professional panel fitting, even with precision replica pressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy replace instead of repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery hour spent cutting corrosion out of an original panel is an hour not spent finishing the vehicle — and rust repair is the most open-ended line in any restoration budget. A new replica hood gives you a fixed cost, a known timeline and straight steel from day one. No hunting classifieds for a donor FJ45, no cutting up a survivor for one usable panel, no discovering that the ‘solid’ second-hand panel you shipped across the country rusted the same way yours did.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eToyota's 40-Series Land Cruiser — the short-wheelbase FJ40 and long-wheelbase FJ45 — was built from 1960 into the mid-1980s and has become one of the world's most valuable and most restored classic 4x4 platforms. The two models share their front sheet metal, windscreen frame, firewall and much of the cab structure, which is why many reproduction panels fit both. Simple flat-stamped steel construction makes the 40-Series unusually restoration-friendly: panels unbolt or drill out at factory spot-welds and new steel goes in the same way it left the Arakawa body plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery unrestored 40-Series carries corrosion in predictable places — quarters, sills, floors, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells — because Toyota never galvanised the originals. Reproduction panels pressed to factory profiles are the fastest, most cost-effective route back to a straight body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate  |  \u003cstrong\u003eTypical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 hours with a helper  |  \u003cstrong\u003eWelding required:\u003c\/strong\u003e no.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoods are two-person bolt-on jobs. Transfer the latch, safety catch, hinges and any insulation, sit the hood on with the bolts loose, and walk the panel into even alignment against the cowl and fenders before tightening. Adjust the bump stops and latch last so the hood sits flush at the front edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools:\u003c\/strong\u003e basic hand tools, a second pair of hands, masking tape to protect fenders during fitting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon mistakes to avoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitting alone and creasing the skin, and tightening the hinges before the panel is centred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodyBros replica panels are pressed on dedicated tooling developed from measured original panels, in automotive-grade material matched to the application. Pressings are checked against reference bucks for profile, flange geometry and hole placement before packing. Steel panels are supplied with a protective primer coating ready for preparation and refinishing; alloy and plastic parts are supplied ready to prepare and paint. These are aftermarket replica restoration parts — manufactured by BodyBros, not by the original vehicle maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWorldwide Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide — including the United States, Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Panels are packed in purpose-built cartons or timber crates depending on size; large assemblies travel by sea or air freight with tracking. Duties and taxes are calculated at checkout or on arrival depending on destination. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/a\u003e page for lead times to your region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill this hood fit my Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits 1960–1984 models as listed above. This panel fits both FJ40 and FJ45 40-Series bodies. Match your build year and compare pressings with the original panel before final welding, as Toyota revised details across the production run.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This part installs as a bolt-on or transfer fit using standard hand tools — see the installation notes above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace a rusted original panel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is exactly what it is made for. The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 commonly rusts in quarter panels, sills, floor pans, tailgates, fender aprons and footwells, and this replica pressing replaces corroded original metal with new steel — no donor vehicle required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you ship this internationally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. We ship worldwide with tracked freight; larger panels and assemblies travel in purpose-built crates. Delivery times and freight options for your country are shown at checkout and on our Shipping page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat finish does the panel arrive in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt arrives ready for preparation and paint. Like any replacement body panel, it should be test-fitted, prepared and refinished before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodyBros is an independent manufacturer of replica restoration panels. Vehicle make and model names are used for fitment identification only; BodyBros products are aftermarket parts and BodyBros is not affiliated with or endorsed by Toyota.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40\"\u003eall Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40 \u0026amp; FJ45 panels\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/panels-hoods\"\u003ehoods \u0026amp; bonnets\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/knowledge\/choosing-reproduction-body-panels\"\u003ehow to choose reproduction panels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BodyBros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126713839681,"sku":"SYC-TY65-04（W\/O）","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/1468\/8321\/files\/SYC-TY65-04_W-O_6afa7bda-9923-43f2-8470-ebdbca06aaeb.jpg?v=1783303604"}],"url":"https:\/\/rebornretros.com\/collections\/toyota-land-cruiser-fj40.oembed?page=2","provider":"classicbody","version":"1.0","type":"link"}