Recent content by Snow Wagon

If you aren't in a hurry, Amayama, PartSouq, or Impex will be less expensive than a dealer. I use Amayama most of the time. They are usually priced somewhere between the other 2, I usually get the parts in 2 weeks, and you don't pay import duties separately. Otherwise, many Toyota dealers offer...

Based on your username, I'm guessing your 100 series has the 4.2 Liter Turbo Diesel? If so, I'd include that info when posting about engine noises. Most of us on the 100 series forum have the 4.7 Liter Gasoline V8. Dirt J's reply above is "generic" and works for most engines. As for your last...

Hello medtro, IMO, prior to tearing it down and replacing parts, the shop needs to figure out what's causing the codes. Pretty easy to loosen the 2 top timing belt covers to see if the timing is correct or not. If the timing is correct, maybe it's a sensor, solenoid, or wiring. That little mark...

I stand corrected. Your 05 has the old style spoiler. So the one that I sent a link for will be a direct bolt in replacement. While it looks a little different, it will be much more durable. I've know I've seen 03 to 05 land cruisers with the lx spoiler, but that must have been a retrofit or...

The one I linked below is similar to the early Land Cruiser spoiler, which I believe is the same from 1998 to 2005. It would blend in more if you had it painted body color... https://theartisangarage.com/product/100-series-mss-l-spoiler-system The least expensive option would be a "spoiler...

Added Install Info to the Original Post.

After much consideration, and input from Super77, I decided on 14 Ft Lbs for the final torque. Here's the process I used for a 2005 Land Cruiser OEM Roof Rack... Loosely Install All (10) Roof Rack to Roof Bolts to Confirm Alignment Remove All (10) Roof Rack to Roof Bolts After Confirming...

Hello medtro, Has the shop figured out what caused the P0016 and P0018 codes? Timing / belt off by 1 (or more...) tooth? You can loosen the top 2 timing belt covers to determine if the timing is off. Honestly, just one pic of a mark on the belt doesn't mean a whole lot. That kit comes with a new...

Here’s a couple of pics of the bolts and of one of the aluminum feet from a 2005 Land Cruiser. The bolts have a built-in washer. The bolts are M8 x 1.75” long. The only plastic is the covers, which snap / clip on as the last step. The small aluminum feet on each foot go down into the channel...

For Heater Ts, Hoses, and Clamps (All Toyota Parts...), if you plan ahead, you can save a lot of money ordering from Japan or the Middle East. Amayama or Impex will save you a ton of money on hoses and clamps. Last time I bought the full kit (6 hoses, 12 clamps, 2 Ts, all Toyota parts) it was...

Hello Forum, After much internet, forum, and FSM searching, I am unable to find the answer... The later (2003 to 2007) roof racks use a different configuration and have different hardware than the early ones. I found a spec for 1998, but IMO that doesn't apply to the later racks. The spec for...

No check engine light, correct? I always keep a small bottle of Lucas Fuel Additive / Injector cleaner in the SUV in case I can't find 91. Put 91 in it and see if that solves the problem. Is there records of your spark plugs ever being changed? If not, they are overdue. If it ran poorly when...

Hello Forum, A couple of weeks ago I purchased the 2UZ-FE / 100 Series Fan Clutch wrench from Lumberjack Engineering / Artisan Garage. This is a review of the tool. I do a good many timing belt / water pump services and my least favorite part is removing the (4) 12mm nuts that hold the fan...

(4) Sealing Ring Gaskets for Front and Rear Differential Bolts (12157-10010) (2) Sealing Ring Gaskets for Transfer Case Bolts (90430-18008)

Here's the procedures to follow... AHC Height Check Check Height at Normal Height at All 4 Corners (Level Ground, SUV Running, Full Tank of Gas): - Front should be 19.75” Hub Center to Fender - Rear should be 20.5” Hub Center to Fender Adjust Torsion Bars to get the Front Cross Level - 1...