Tennessee Jed

I own an 80 and a Troopy now, and used to own a 73. I think you're discounting how critical engine and transmission choices will be in your satisfaction with your vehicle. It really can't be overstated. And you don't say what you want to do...

A slushbox auto and a 1HZ will be a recipe for regret.

The CS004R variant is the middle option for the rear fwiw. CS017 -> CS004 -> CS005 being the order. Further more, depending if you got an A or B as well as a +,0,-, you might be lower than standard spec. So a CS005RA+ is going to sit...

I have the medium OME in my troopy and with gear and tools and bumpers it still bangs pretty hard. But it drives very well and I do have good flex. Larry's experience is pretty dramatic and makes me think you almost can't make any...

You're going to be hard pressed to beat the price/value/support of an OME lift from Cruiser Outfitters. Really hard pressed. And you almost certainly do *not* need a heavy duty lift kit. The medium duty will ride far better. A bumper and some...

FZJ75 is good if you install the proper suspension and add some weight to the bed. I am based in Saudi Arabia and Illinois. I can help you import FZJ75 or 79 “if the 79 is available” Whether low mileage or patina, I always guarantee rust-free...

Drive it before you buy it. It's like a FJ45 with a FJ60 dashboard and more HP. It is NOT like a Tundra with a solid axle and cooler looking from clip.

I can completely vouch for Escape Gear.

It is insane to sell tires in that condition. They must be removed for proper function. I use a straight bladed toenail clipper.

Hello all! I made a slightly impulse buy of a sight unseen ex government 'ruba' with 230K km on last week as the price was right. It's going to be a mostly daily and potentially driving it back to Europe in a year if Iraq remains safe-ish. I've...

Very nice-uh, as Borat would say. Fan shroud is critical. You may have a bad brake booster which is harder to find and more expensive, if everything else has been done. Take it back to the shop and tell them the brakes still aren't right and...

Great event. Thanks to Red Hills, Appalachia, Charles, Sam, Rob, Kim, John, Julie for your hard work and hospitality in making this event a success and a fitting tribute to Peter. Clearly, tremendous thanks are due to such an outstanding team...

On my way home this morning, after visiting a granddaughter near Nashville, I got a strong whiff of gear oil and somewhat panicked knowing I had another 8-9 hours to go to reach home. I calmed down when I saw the origin of the smell. 😁

THE GOOD NEWS….. 😁 After crunching the numbers, the event produced just shy of $8,300.00 which was approximately double the amount from last year. None of this would have been possible without the companies and individuals that donated...

I don't know what all that is, but you're gonna have the headroom of a coffin if you take the platform up to the window bottom. My interior has a pretty standard layout with central aisle, and the bench seat on the left side is well below the...

A great day.

Wait 25 years.

That’s incorrect. Most 7x series parts are available through normal US supply chain with HS-7 documentation.

EDIT We are talking a 74 here, right? That's different fusible links.. My bad. Hi Sounds like fusible link line 'A' blown. The fusible links are connected to the battery at one end, and to the harness on the other end. By factory default, the...

If it is the fusible link Jonathan, the part number will be 82627-60020 for replacement. Available anywhere Toyota parts are sold.

We’ve used Buddy’s BBQ in nearly Oak Ridge for the Saturday evening meal for a number of years. While placing the order this year, they indicated a desire to support the charity and made a significant donation in the form of a discount. Their...

My 75 has the original suspension in it and it does not have that wrap around eye. Nor does it have the straight eye that you can see in any photo of the OME spring packs. I've never seen that spring wrap style before, anywhere. This is not a...

Ok after very mixed opinions and rather polarizing talk about the EJ40, Let's get back to talking about internal combustion engines. On this week's episode I talk to @davegonz about his purpose built 70 series troopy bike hauler. You'll have to...