Recent content by JMan5000

Hello again - an update on the rear axle seals/rear wheel bearings: I jacked up the wheels and checked for play - both sides are very solid in all directions - hopefully those are good for a while yet. I added diff fluid and put in a full quart and still did not fill the diff. Not good. No...

Hello again- Searching hasn’t given me 100% confidence here, so I’m looking for some clarity on updating the front suspension of my 07’ GX. I’m looking to keep it at stock height-for reference, and the rear suspension is going to be a Stage 3 Metal Tech conversion kit (either with their...

Great info - thank you! The previous owner had the trans, and all diff fluids replaced recently, and the brakes are pretty much new all around. He claims that it consumes a tiny bit of oil between changes, so I'll need to investigate the valve covers to see if there's anything going on there...

One final question, and it’s a big one-is it okay to drive my GX about 140 miles up to my mechanic with the rear axle seals leaking like this? I’m heading up there next weekend to drop it off, and it will be sitting until then.

I got Timken bearings (made in Japan), Lexus axle seals, and CVJ axles - should be a solid fix along with the Aisin timing belt kit and Gates drive belt kit. Again, it's not a 'Car Care Nut' vehicle that's being restored to perfectly new condition - I'm looking for a solid 7000 miles per year...

Thanks, Toyoland - appreciate the insight here. That all makes sense, and I'll have my guy look into those fixes. I forgot how much fun it is to baseline an old 4WD SUV that has over 200k miles.

Hello again - I recently purchased an 07' GX with 220K miles for $5000. Going into the deal I knew it needed a new suspension, timing belt/water pump (and minor engine baselining), and tires by wintertime. It's not a show vehicle, nor will it see heavy wheeling action - it's a pavement and...

Wow - incredible information there - thank you! A Metal-Tech conversion kit is definitely happening...is there by chance a promo code for IH8MUD patrons? I had to... Your last comment about the differences on the front struts for the 120 vs. 150 outside of grinding down the lower metal...

Hello again - hopefully a quick question here - will the front and rear suspension components of a 2021 4Runner (5th gen) fit a 2007 GX470? I found a sweet deal on MarketPlace - $100 for everything, and they only have about 2000 miles on them. I'm not going for a lift - just a comfy ride vs...

Great feedback - thank you both! I'm looking for the part numbers for all of the other coolant lines besides the upper and lower radiator hoses...I'd sure like to replace those too. I'm just not sure exactly what to get yet. In my initial search I've come up with these two smaller hoses...

Good morning - I had a 02' Land Cruiser with a rusty undercarriage named Lando Calrissian, and I got rid of it a few years ago....you guys helped me out a lot with that thing, and I appreciate all of your advice along the way. I recently purchased a really nice 07' GX with 220K for...

Thank you - for some reason I remembered the prices being astronomical...but the latch assembly and cable can all be had for around $85 or so and I could do it myself. Running the cable will take some patience, but nothing too difficult I hope.

Yes - the hood does pop up once it's released and catches on the lock - to my knowledge they are original but in good shape.

Hello! I hope you are all well. I've got an 02' LC w/ 180K - stock. I've searched for the answer here and I haven't come up with anything (outside the suggestion of cleaning and lubing). I pull the lever on the dash and the lever sticks outward indicating the cable is either partly seized...

How did this end up working for you? I have the same problem and it's quite frustrating.