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When I removed these plugs for inspection, I used my torque wrench to REMOVE after I struggled with the first one. Wrench was set at 30 ft/lb and it clicked and required much more effort after the click. I’m estimating 50-60 ft/lb to break the...

I think the mechanic needs $3000 more than you need a diff, but it's only my forum opinion which is worth $0.02..

Their entire e-commerce platform is f'd up tonight. All the SE dealers. I was able to get an order confirmation after several attempts and clearing my cookies/cache, but unable to add anything to the cart beyond what I put in a few days ago. When...

Rockauto is a mixed blessing. Great selection and search process, non-existent customer service. They keep their prices down by automating everything. If the part they say would fit, but doesn't, they blame the manufacturer and have a strict...

My local Discount store uses torque sticks. No idea if they are accurate, but it tracks with the idea that if you give a 19 year old kid a $300 torque wrench, 1) they will mis-read it, 2) they will use it as a crowbar. I also drop my rims off...

Just search on Amayama for the correct part number, plug it into the Serra website. Half the stuff in my Serra cart comes up as “cannot confirm fitment.”

What was the verdict on cause?

FYI I have a Curt hitch receiver with built-in recovery points in the flanges that bolt to the frame rails. I use a shackle insert in the 2” hitch tube, but for any heavy pulls I’d probably attach to those two recovery points so that the load is...

All four of my brake calipers are the only seriously rusty part of the vehicle. I doubt they’re original - judging from the service docs, the PO seems to have had recurring brake issues, and unfortunately, a tire shop seems to have done the work...

From etrailer.com. 2003LX.

They’re easy enough to bench test with some boiled water and a thermometer. If you find it functions normally, that will clue you into a likely problem elsewhere. OE thermostats are about $20, so it’s easy to keep a spare on hand.

I'm sort of near Kalispell and have a spare belt, let me check and see what's going on here. Do you still need assistance or are you up and running again? Belt above for the 2UZ shows 2240 which is the millimeter reference and is approx 88"...

Not directly answering your question, but almost all towing hardware uses grade 10.9 (metric) bolts. You can buy them at any decent hardware store with a self-serve nut and bolt section or order from McMaster Carr. You’re right not to cheap out...

UPDATE: scroll down to post #7 Found myself with a cross threaded lug nut today. I knew it wasn’t coming off, so I just hauled on it until it broke. Here is how to fix that: 1. Toss out and replace lug nut 2. Remove lug stud, press in new one...

Got it. I have an uninstalled Bando 6PK2240 and it measures about 88”. Maybe you had the wrong belt, or it lost a chunk? You’ll want to look at that idler and/or maybe pick up a spare belt if you can’t deal with it where you are now. You might...

This is the correct belt. My last dealer invoice shows both this Bando part # and the Toyota part #. I believe Bando is an OEM mfr. ~$18 on Amazon rn.

If it’s abraded on the non-ribbed side, I’d suspect a failing smooth idler (can’t recall if there is one or two). Rotate and listen for clicking, grinding, or resistance. Wiggle to check for axial play. If you spin it hard, the idler should...

So I’ve read most of this thread and now know WAAAY more about plugs than I ever thought I needed to, but still a little confused. 1. Dry or wet? There seems to be consensus between this thread and manufacturer guidance, that applying...

you may be looking for something like this. I keep an assortment of these, plus a dozen different panel clips and grommets. They work for all of my cars are cheap enough that I don’t even try to save the old ones when I’m removing stuff - just...

I re-removed the ones I torqued to 13, wiped off the anti-seize, and put just a drop of motor oil on the threads instead. When fully dry, they really gall. Maybe new ones don’t, but I figure a drop of oil won’t cook like anti seize on mine, which...

lol you’re everywhere here so just assumed 🤣

See this is what makes a good mod a great mod. Thanks @Trapper50cal. I actually bookmark many of @2001LC threads because they’re so thorough, and I had a vague memory of there being a cautionary tale around plugs, but I couldn’t remember. Thanks...

13 ft-lb is the value I’m getting from multiple sources. Confirm? Seems light. PO had the right iridium plugs (NGK IFR6A11) installed but I swear the mechanic used an impact gun to spin them on. 50-60 ft-lb to crack, my guess. I just had a...

Your question suggests 1) you have unlimited budget and high standards 2) you want it cheap and quick. Which is it? As they say: cheap, quick, quality - pick any 2. For “the best,” focus on shops that do restoration and customization, not...

The holes make you go faster. Less wind resistance, duh!