I installed a new OEM complete exhaust system including CATS and all hangers. this weekend; I am beginning a complete restoration. I will post pics soon.
Running OEM belts and had them inspected ----(unsure if this is means anything anymore because millennials are the mecahnics)--- at the dealer; they said they were good. I will check the wiring harness.
Correction HG was 86k :) ... I saw the bores when the head was off and had perfect cross...
I have a problem with my 95' FZJ80 that my Toyota dealer cannot determine.
#1: the engine shutters/ boggs when trying to pass 2-3rd. At Idle, the engine revs smoothly. If you pass 3rd. it runs normal IIRC
#2: Engine has a whinning sound at idle. and whine sound increases higher as you rev...
If you decide to buy the non-locked TLC from a Toyota dealership, ask them to perform a head gasket and heater hose job before you pay north of $9000. I had a HG failure at 85k. Since then I have had no problems with my 95' TLC. Transmission shifts like new even at 129k miles. Truly a great...
1995 FZJ80...HG blew at 81k... I am the second owner since 76k. PO used toyota red and always serviced at toyota since day 1. The LC has 129k currently. Runs perfect. I service it at my favorite mechanic...not Toyota. They are no longer knowledgeable to service a an older vehicle from recent...
I have to do this mod. I always felt that the brakes were the achillies heel for this truck. I think their terrible. And I say tthat after just having my rotors cut with new 80 series pads....Terrible...no feel. Feel like I have wood blocks as brakes.