Just Bought a 1984 FJ 1100 - Canada

[FJ Bob]

Hi

I was looking for a winter project so I just bought a 1984 FJ1100 which needs some work but is in fairly good shape.  Engine and mechanical look to be in good condition.  A few of the initial issues are:

1. Fuel cap doesn't lock which seems to be a common problem
2. Brake light doesn't work
3. Signal switch is broken and choke switch needs some work
4. Needs to be repainted.
5. I'm sure I'll find more things to correct but that will be part of the fun.

Looking forward to getting some advice from the great folks on the forum.

regards

Bob

[Dads_FJ]

Welcome aboard Bob!

One issue at a time, but this may help with the gas-cap.
http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=13921.msg146760#msg146760

John

[FJmonkey]

Welcome Bob, you will find plenty of help here and searching the site will provide a wealth of information and files.

[red]

Hi
I was looking for a winter project so I just bought a 1984 FJ1100 which needs some work but is in fairly good shape.  Engine and mechanical look to be in good condition.  A few of the initial issues are:
3. Signal switch is broken and choke switch needs some work
Looking forward to getting some advice from the great folks on the forum.  regards
Bob

Bob,

You can often find the signal switch/choke control assembly for sale used, on eBay (USA, and maybe in Canada).  If the eBay assembly is not 100% good, often you can build a good one from two bad ones.  That's what I did.
Welcome to our little madhouse.       

Cheers,
Red

[jscgdunn]

Hi
I was looking for a winter project so I just bought a 1984 FJ1100 which needs some work but is in fairly good shape.  Engine and mechanical look to be in good condition.  A few of the initial issues are:
3. Signal switch is broken and choke switch needs some work
Looking forward to getting some advice from the great folks on the forum.  regards
Bob

Bob,

You can often find the signal switch/choke control assembly for sale used, on eBay (USA, and maybe in Canada).  If the eBay assembly is not 100% good, often you can build a good one from two bad ones.  That's what I did.
Welcome to our little madhouse.       

Cheers,
Red

Only the 1100s have the choke integrated into the turnsignal switch.  1200s will not interchange...fyi.

Jeff

[jscgdunn]

By the way Bob....where in the great white north are you located?

[FJ Bob]

Guys

Thanks very much for all the info. This is really going to be a great place for information and support to get this bike back into great shape.

Should have mentioned I'm in Ontario.

Bob

[jscgdunn]

Bob,
There is a pretty active group in Ontario so you should be in good hands.

[FJmonkey]

Should have mentioned I'm in Ontario.
Bob

This might help knowing who might be near you. https://www.zeemaps.com/map?group=724879#

[Sabre093]

There is a lot of us in Ontario,I'm in Brantford,and we have members all over Southern Ontario


Keep your eyes on our Maintenance Clinics and gatherings....Hope to see ya!

[FJ Bob]

Great to know that there is a very large group here in Ontario.

I'm in North Bay but always in southern Ontario for business and always up for a ride.

Big progress tonight, I figured out how to get the seat off

Bob

[Harald]

Welcome, I have an 84 as well and live by St. Thomas in southern Ontario. Good luck with your bike. Mine is not quite stock any more,can never leave stuff alone.

[jagcofj]

wow pics, hello new fj rider.

[FJ Bob]

Guys

Mine is certainly not entirely stock.  My goal is to get a reliable bike out of this build  Here is what I have right now,

[FJ Bob]

I'm going to start a build thread after Labour Day.

I really appreciate the local (Ontario) guys jumping in here.  I can see that part are going to be an issue in some cases and will be interested how or what you've done to solve problems that I'm sure will arise.

looking forward to get started with this,

Bob