Recent content by JL2167

Took it into repair shop today. My mechanic says my transfer case is destroyed inside and I need a new one. Having it towed back home tomorrow.

Roger that. Will start pulling it apart as soon as Christmas is over. I’ll let everyone hear know what I find. Thanks for your help!

“if you can confirm the hubs are not only unlocked but actually working …” With the rig parked in my garage, I can spin the front driveline freely by hand. Is that confirmation that the hubs are unlocked? IS there a way I can confirm that the hubs are actually working, without driving the rig...

I guess it could have been only one that was locked up. I'll definitely check the master cylinder. Thanks!

Roger that. Thanks for your help!

Got it -- thanks!

Had to look that one up :) Could Birfield/CV joint be the cause even though I was in 2WD with hubs unlocked?

Thanks - I’ll do that!

Great advice. Thanks so much!

Good evening: I'm trying to diagnose a front-end problem with my '78 FJ40 and am looking for some advice from those with more experience and know-how than I possess. i apologize in advance for the length of this post, but I figure the more information I give the better. Was driving to work the...

Agreed. Wacky design.

Thanks.

Just had a local muffler shop install new exhaust pipe/muffler on my ‘78 FJ40. They ran the exhaust pipe below the rock guard and lower than the frame rail. Pretty sure that’s how the old one was too, but looks strange. Is this right?

Thanks!

Just bought these from Manafre and looking for advice/instruction on install. Grease zerk on inside or outside? Flared end on top or bottom? Thanks in advance!