So it sounds like single stage enamel is the way to go? In the process of rust removal and then to paint. This will be an at home job, trying to figure out how many coats of primer and paint. Any suggestions would be appreciated!
Great write-up... glad you were successful.
I also added the rear shoulder belts a few months ago. I had started with the string method - JB welded the nut to a washer - put some epoxy on the washer and tried to pull it up the pillar into place...
Thanks for tip, @FJ6T! The guys at Collision are a class act. Scott is the man and knows the Land Cruiser well. He knew exactly the steps that were required, they cleaned up the rust with a wire wheel and primer. Very happy and the price was very...
Here's another update for anyone in the Portland area. Collision Auto Glass (Auto Glass Shop Portland | Collision Auto Glass & Calibration - https://collisionautoglass.com/) in Beaverton does a great job with 60/62 windshields. They do installs...
Japanese Industrial Standard
I.e. a 8mm x 1.25 x 12mm nut, as opposed to DIN , German Industrial Standard which is a 13mm nut for the same 8mm spec.
You probably won't find a local hardware
I’m glad I found this thread! I’ve have been thinking about doing some at home rust repair with with no experience but willing to learn from YouTube University and MUD. The paint code on my new to me ‘84 60 says 309 but I’m thinking it has more...
Last spring I replaced a 3FE water pump using an Aisin pump and it leaked from behind the plate. I had to pull the pump, pull the backing plate and seal it with a water pump approved sealant. No leaks after that. Soon thereafter I also...
The cooling system was one rusty SOB! Someone definitely did not take care of her. I think they let her sit too long with a blown HG. I’ve never spent this much time on the cooling system of any rig!
I am having a leak from a different spot then, Brasi. I borrowed the pic he posted. My leak is coming from the fitting with the green arrow. How do I fix that? Is that fuel line still available??
Hey Matt,
I wish I would have ordered my parts through you. I have a great relationship with my local Toyota dealer but it’s more difficult to source parts “correctly.” I do have a question, I removed the WP today and there were 4 thin...
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