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    Vacuum leak through carb linkages 79’

    If you haven't taken your rig apart yet, to do some further testing, get a can of carb cleaner and lightly spray around the intake manifold ports where they meet the cylinder head. Use the little red tube that comes with the can so you can pinpoint the spray. If there is a leak it will show...
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    Carb problem or not?

    Assuming that you are referring to the accelerator pump nozzles, in my experience they do not squirt straight down. I believe the design is to help the fuel mix with the incoming air better. ✌️
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    What Gasoline Fuel Grade to Use?

    You can probably find ethanol free fuel at an airport. It may be a bit pricey, but worth the cost in the long run.
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    Front Brakes dragging, holding pressure.

    I would suggest that to bleed off the residual pressure in the front brakes, for diagnosis, you should crack the line on the master cylinder. If the pressure releases when you do that, you will know that you don't any return restrictions between the master and calipers. An internally failing...
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    Builds 1977 FJ40 - USA Spec Restoration - Father & Son Project - AKA "Belle"

    MM, I spent the majority of my slow day at work reading your build thread. It is inspiring, keep up the great work. I think that you may have the brake calipers on the wrong sides. (pics from 14-Jul-2019, page 12) The bleeders should be at the top of the caliper when installed, to allow the air...
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    Wanted Mini truck power steering box

    I was able to get a local box, and I am researching a housing. I know it’s not the cheapest route, but I believe it will add value to my rig. Thanks again for your replies. MC
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    Wanted Mini truck power steering box

    I am waiting to hear back from a local salvage yard today, they believe they have one, I will advise as soon as I hear. My plan is to order the OE housing and swap the guts so I don't have to alter the frame. Thanks for the responses, MC
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    Wanted  Mini truck power steering box

    looking for a candidate to rebuild and put into my 82 fj. Thanks!
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