Recent content by FJa40

This is internally regulated alternator. I'm deleting the external regulator. Extra amps will be for the accessories I'll be adding

Thanks chaps, I've actually gone with my a completely different option. It's a napa unit based on a lucus A127 75amp alternator. Off the shelf in the UK for £60 and mounts up with minimal mods.... Today's job is uprating all the wiring! Adding warning lamp also.. Will post up results.

Thanks for the advise. I'm really hoping for an easy off the shelf option this side of the pond if possible. Failing that... Finding original fitment VR and putting back to original 3pin setup.

Hey chaps, I've been enjoying running my truck this summer over here in the UK after getting the engine running nicely. Only purchased before summer. However the charging system does not work at all. When I purchased the truck a few months ago, it ran really poor under load. After some...

Thanks for that Thanks for the info, all good stuff and appreciated. I'm in the UK so doesn't get particularly cold over here. I've not seen any wiring to suggest it has that starting system but obviously hard to say for sure as not many original parts left on the truck. I think I'll probably...

Thanks for clarification. So I should be good with either coils. Anything else to look out for in the aftermarket world when ordering? Or just a good quality coil should be good to go? Thanks

Hey chaps, Just an update.... I bit the bullet and fitted a new genuine 19100-61080 distributor. All set correctly as per tsm. Still have a running fault but glad I've got a whole new unit for peace of mind as last unit had a number of questionable repairs. Aim to to upgrade to pertronix...

Thanks for that, I know of people over here that have used amayama without issues. But by the time tax and delivery is added on, not a huge amount cheaper. Plus could do with rectifying sooner really. Just weighing up if it's the best way forward. Be nice to start with a new unit with warranty...

Wish I was closer to u guys, plenty of options across the pond! Could really do with sorting the issue so I can use the truck at the wkend... Contemplating dropping a new genuine 19100-61080 At a cost of £500 mind 😪

Update.. Just checked part number. 19100-60071. This is not one I've read or heard about yet? Also, there's no snap back or twist from a mechanical advance... Hmmm, plot thickens

This is all great stuff chaps, thanks so much for all the help and info. I will check which part number I have today. Its definitely been messed with and has some questionable repairs, which leads me to just start with a new drop in unit for piece of mind. Hopefully still available in the UK...

Thanks for advise so far people, been searching and reading for days now... Seems be few different routes to go. All of which are not available quickly in the UK. Pertronix, dui, original new..... Arrrh Just want the truck reliable and running nicely

Awsome, sounds good. So if I order a pre 69, non us dizzy (hopefully available from Toyota) and add a pertronix to that, which pertronix kit is compatible? Thanks

Thanks for the reply, The adjuster seems to adjust the timing when I'm strobing it, unless I'm imagining it. Which Toyota dizzy would you suggest? Are there any easy off the shelf new options available? Thanks again

Hi everyone, Recently purchased my 78 Fj40 2f. Im currently having issues with drivability, as soon as any load is applied to the truck, its starts popping and backfiring through the exhaust. My initial thoughts were a ignition timing issue. Here's what I've done so far, Checked plugs...