Recent content by gspremington

@jonheld . Good update. You were absolutely correct. There was an (aftermarket?) alarm in play that i was unaware of. No key fobs etc on purchase. The alarm reset button is a little metal toggle switch tucked under to the left underneath the dash. It just had to be flipped and the cruiser...

No theft deterrent system is in place. Its a very rapid and audible clicking noise (in the car and out in front) with all lights flashing. Maybe 2-3x per second like an excited turn signal. Bad starter? Spark plugs (12 y/o per old maintenance records)? Last resort is to tow to a local guy and...

I did not replace these.

Thank you for the chart and info. I just measured the battery at 12.49 across the terminals (uninstalled). As soon as i connect it, the car audibly begins rapidly clicking a 2-3x per second with some lights flashing (ie rear brakes). Connecting the terminals and attempting to start the car...

Its a brand new battery. I connect it, dash lights are illuminated and the car begins clicking. But wont turn over or start.

Sad update. The alternator was replaced last fall and it operated briefly. It ran and restarted a few times post replacement (It's very sparingly used as it still needs other work to be reliable) but eventually would not restart. Edit: It's possible the battery was depleted/damaged...

Is the suggestion here to first try replacing the brushes instead of the whole alternator (along with the fusible link) to see if its a $20 fix vs $260?

Is there any real benefit or need to upgrade from the stock 80A unit? I might trailer a boat at some point or small camper but unsure why more is needed that justifies the additional costs and upgrade parts?

OK. I was finally able to test. Yes, Christmas tree Lights present when tethered. It started but died 30 - 60 seconds after removing jumper cables. After a longer tether charge, I measured the battery with my multimeter and it was 14.1 but began dropping down to single digits. Same from...

Battery was just newly replaced ~3 weeks ago and corrosion protector added to terminals at that time. started right up. Will re-check for loose connection. Will take a look at these below for issues. Plan is to investigate the above, measure battery voltage off, jump start and then if it...

After jump starting, turn on the radio, lights, hvac and measure that voltage remains above 14 to confirm the alternator is doing its job? And if it falls below a certain level or the car dies, then that suggests alternator or belt replacement?

Hi all. New to the forum. Aspiring but novice mechanic. Just acquired a 1994 land cruiser that was rarely used last 10 years and not started since 2021. 234k miles. Lots of issues I will need to work through to revive it to its former glory. I was able to start (after replacing battery) and...