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I had the same problem with my brakes after several stops at the auto shop. Finally went to a Toyota specific shop and as I recall, there is some electrical solenoid that needs to be activated when bleeding the brakes. Nothing special, but as I recall, you need the ignition turned on when the...

Hello all, I have been researching these codes on the board and am doing the dreaded EGR chase. Initially getting PO401 EGR Low Flow code. Replaced the EGR Modulator Valve and now am getting the PO402 code "Excessive EGR Flow." I checked the intake tube and it was not clogged. So, any...

After looking at the prices, I think I will pass on the Diamonds. Going for the General.

I did notice that, but the Generals are also about $45 less a tire. So I might be able to deal with the stiffer ride. Those Green Diamonds look interesting though...

Getting ready to replace my Michelin LTXs on the wife's cruiser after I replace the shocks (thanks Cruiser Dan). Was doing some research on Tire Rack and saw the General Grabbers rated higher than the LTXs. Specifically, the wet/light snow traction. Live in Colorado and wife is starting...

Thanks for the replies. The Cruiser has 167k on it with no lift. I will try these techniques out and get back to you. I certainly hope it is NOT the steering box. Cheers.

Hello fellow mudders! I have a vexing steering problem on my 97 FJ80. My steering wheel has excessive play in it and the front end seems to "hunt" when hitting uneven spots in the road. Here's what I have done: New steering stabilizer, tie-rods okay (no play in them), trunion bearings okay...

Thanks for the replies:)

Thanks for the reply. What damper did you use to replace your stock one?

Bump Sorry to bring this thread to the top. Going to replace my steering stabilizer soon and wanted recommendations on which to get. Heard bad things about OEM, but this is my wife's ride and am not looking to spend serious dough on a stock (no lockers) 97 80 series with 155k. Thanks in...

Hello everyone, NEWBIE led here by EricG earlier today. I have a 97 FZJ80 (all stock for now) and was wondering if anyone had recs on a good Cruiser shop in town. I live in Rockrimmon. My bearings need to be repacked and my brakes need a vacuum bleed because they don't stop for anything. I...

Okay - thanks. I might break down and do it tomorrow. We'll see.:)

EricG, thanks for all of the great info and the offer (hope you heal soon!). I have to leave town on Monday for a week, so I might have to get a real professional to do this one for me. Speaking of which, any good shops in town? I have been here for 2.5 years and still looking for someone...

We might be neighbors, I'm in C Springs too!!

Update on steering problem Many thanks to Landtank and others. Did the front axle check this morning and my bearings definitely have play, which explains the "hunting" problem when I hit rough spots or ruts on the road. :confused: I was surprised that my drag link did not have any play, but...