Recent content by ebescoby

Tony, Thanks for the most considerate reply here. Your advice is worthwhile. Most everyone jumped at the easy "over-torqued by impact gun" answer. I really don't think that's it. I've had them hand torqued after LENGTHY discussions about the problem with service managers and mechanics at...

Breaking Wheel Studs First, thanks to all of you that provided constructive suggestions without being picky about the terms and pictures. Is there a "specific" stud associated with the hub that is different than a wheel "stud"? I specifically stated that I had replaced the "studs" and "lug...

1985 fj60 1. 1985 FJ60 2. Eric Bescoby 3. Mongo, CA Lic Plate = DGR8WYT 4. 291,000 5. 5-speed transmission, man-a-fre header and exhaust, KYB gas-adjust shocks 6. Everyday commute, tow vintage travel trailers camping

New member. I've had my FJ60 since 1986 and have rolled up 291,000 miles. Should pass 300,000 this year. I've had a nagging problem with front hub studs breaking off. I've had tire service in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Boca Raton Florida at dealers and at independents and have had...