Recent content by Bartimmo

I would be interested in your parts. Sorry for the delayed response...traveling. Thanks, Edward

I have an '83 that I have decided to keep stock. I am looking for picture of the frame stiffner / bracket for the power steering motor that came with factory power steering in later model truck. Thanks, Edward

How do I take up the slack (excessive travel) in my clutch pedal? Is there a hydrallic adjustment? I didn't see a screw adjustment under the dash. Thanks, Edward

How do I adjust the door? It is hanging a bit low and the door latch is hitting the doorframe striker plate pretty hard (can see wear on metal). Unless I gorilla the door to get it over the striker plate, the door is only partially closing. When the truck was repainted a few years ago I...

PS Plate I have an '83 FJ40 that I am interested in installing power steering. The truck has been restored and is stock. I am looking to install a remanufactured factory power steering assembly. I don't believe that any of the parts suppliers are offering the plates. Can you tell me a...

There are two olive colors (637 & 653). Both colors are officially recognized as Olive; however, they are different. Color Code 637 is Olive; whereas Color Code 653 is Olive Brown (somewhere between Baby Poo & diarrhea). My truck is 653. It is the perfect camou. I like the color. Luckly...

In Texas we get the "Classic" plate and exemption at 25 years as well. The only inspection at that point forward is a safety inspection (horn, blinkers, lights, brakes, etc...with no concern about engine operations). Unfortunately, 1 year is too long to drive with illegal out-of-state plates...

The truck runs well. Engine was completely rebuilt 15,000 miles ago. Shop said that everything was running well and engine timing was set right. The catalytic converter looks like it may be shot. I concur that I will take it to a shop to fix the catalytic who also can do the...

I realize that my 1983 makes me one of the few that has to worry about passing the state emissions test. That's right...next year I get "Classic" status. Unfortunately, that doesn't help me today... The truck blew 2x limit of unburned hydrocarbons out the exhaust pipe as permitted by Texas...

She was retored by TLC (California) in 2000. The PO only put 15K miles on it over past 7 years. I am a proud owner of a car that looks like it rolled off the showroom floor less than a year ago....a few minor scratches. Definetly a city ride for going to the brewery. Boy does she drink...

Andrew - Thanks for insight! I spoke with CCOT and they recommended a Classic Cruisers to supply the Sagnaw parts. Survey Question - Do you go with Saginaw or Toyota parts?

Its a 1983. I am running fairly stock with 2.5" OME lift and 31" tires.

Thanks...I am still getting used to driving around this board.

Due to driving in traffic in Houston I am seriously contemplating power steering. Any recommendations for how I should go about this? New unit/components or rebuild/salvage? Any recommendations for supplier? Toughts? Edward

It has to be the ignition switch... It turned on fine and ran. I turned off the engine and then immediately went to restart...dead. Turned the key back and then tried again and she immediately started. I think I have an electrical issue at the ignition switch and not a starter issue.