Recent content by Rdeschain

What was the part number for the AISIN motor?

Nope, the pads did not come with shims:

Did the annual oil change. Rotella 15w-40, plus a couple quarts of Lucas. I also decided to try my hand at replacing brake pads for the first time, as I started to hear a little bit of a squeak coming from the front last week. Did some research and seemed like a pretty straightforward...

I really like it! Especially now that I've figured out a way to secure it better. I went back and forth for months before deciding on a tailgate cover option. I thought seriously about some of the storage solutions (Huracan, etc.), but ultimately I did not want to cut into the tailgate (same...

Finally found a good solution for attaching Mountain Hatch tailgate cover more securely. The vinyl "Christmas Tree" push rivets that come with the cover loosen up over time, especially with fluctuations in temperature. Replacing them is cheap enough, but it's a short-term fix. Wrapping the...

One nice thing about having a RHD truck: all kinds of room to work on the left side of the engine bay. I can literally just reach down and grab the oil filter with my hand...although I usually opt for a filter wrench.

From what I've seen, the value of the 80 series isn't negatively impacted by mods or deviating from stock the way a classic car might be. The ones I've seen go for the most money have at least all the "basic" mods you'd expect like replacement bumpers, roof racks, after-market suspension, big...

Yeah, saw this article a few days ago and read it out loud to my wife to defend my "investment," lol. But seriously, nice to see interest on the rise and the value of our rigs increase...not so nice for those just looking to join the community on a budget.

Lol, famous last words! Looks great, though

I will be in PR with the fam for vacay the week of 7/7. If you are in the San Juan area would be cool to meet, shake your hand, see your rig, and maybe share a cold beverage. :) We're staying in Playa Azul area.

Also: Post in thread 'What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend?' What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend? - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/what-did-you-do-with-your-80-this-weekend.586191/post-15951144

Post in thread 'What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend?' What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend? - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/what-did-you-do-with-your-80-this-weekend.586191/post-15937731

I have a pair available, but they are clear, not amber. I bought them a while back to replace mine, but I didn't realize I had bought the ones for dual headlamp setup, whereas my rig is quad. I paid $80. Yours for $70 shipped, PM if you're interested. They only left the box long enough for...

TLDR version: replaced the front knock sensor and finally got rid of the CEL I've been staring at for months. Full story: my mechanic busted the connector on the front knock sensor when replacing the head gasket a number of months ago. He replaced it with what he assured me was a Toyota part...

OEM Isuzu Parts | REYNOLDS ISUZU TRUCK - https://www.isuzupartsdeals.com/ (Reynolds Isuzu) Cobra transmission also sells them for a good price, but the Isuzu site had them on sale when I bought, which saved me about 40 bucks or so on the set of four...