"the new factory gasket is a steel shim with fiber faces bonded to it"
That's interesting. Do we assume that it's designed to be installed by itself (dry)?
Sounds somewhat similar to the LubeLocker gasket (which isn't available for the 80 Series last time I checked) discussed on page 1.
Good...
Can you describe exactly what happens when you turn the ignition key ie: Does the starter crank (turn) the engine but the engine won't fire (start)? Or, do you hear clicks/clicking only and the starter doesn't crank/turn the engine?
Another option is to grab what you can with a large pair of pliers or vice grips tightened down well, then pull. There are various styles of internal bearing and seal pullers with fingers that work well. Be careful not to pry on the ring behind the seal.
Many of us have driven thousands of miles with grease in the gear oil without noticeable harm. IME at a certain point when there's significant contamination the mixture becomes thick like a frothy grease oil milkshake and that can lead to more rumble from the diff as the gears plow through the...
@dbbowen : Can you post up photos of your emergency brake components on the affected side? Maybe one with the brake handle down, another with it pulled??
For a 96 Model, Toyota early 100 Series pads up front, EBC Greenstuff for the rears, very good braking and close to 100,000 miles on those pads.
On a 97 model, needed pads in a hurry while traveling so got ?? store brand early 100 Series ?carbon something pads up front. Later, with new rear...
You could try a small inspection camera to look for it, some small inexpensive models will attach to your phone.
Have you removed the crank seal yet? The key may not have gone far.
Been discussed before so repeating myself, i called around to my local Toyota and Mercedes dealers and asked who they used to install glass then took my 80 to that independant shop. Also took a copy of the Factory instructions on correct windshield installation for the 80 Series.
If Safelite is...
Thermostats can go bad, what's the age of the Tsat?
Do you hear the fan clutch engage when the engine is first started and then quiet down after awhile??
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From your description it may be the common timing chain rattle that occurs on start up, more pronounced the longer the engine hasn't been running.
You're assumption is correct, oil leaks down out of the oil galleys and the oil filter while the engine is off so when the...