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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    What part number did you get for a 1/2 shorter fan belt?
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    FAQ Axle - Gears - Lockers GX470 Upgrade Thread

    The reason for the gears blowing up Is because they are 8 inch rear ends. They didn’t come out with the 8.2 until 2010. 2006-2009 are 8 inch rear ends. Almost bought a 2009 then found out it’s an 8 inch.
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    Great that everything turn out for you. 14.2 no matter if I am doing 65 or idling at a red light.
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    Salsita, I got the NAPA 060878 Micro-V Belt it is a 1/2 shorter and it fits fine. I'm getting 14.2 volts. Good luck Larry
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    NaPa PK2230 I as told that it’s a 1/2 inch shorter (87.8 inch total length. The original belt length is 88.3 )I’m having it installed on Wednesday the 22 March and will let you know how things went. Just had the alternator replaced today. The mechanic had to pull off the power steering pulley...
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    Can you tell me what 1/2 inch shorter fan belt you used? Ordered my generator yesterday. Thanks Top
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    I contacted Chris today (14March 2023) He told me that I would have to get a fan belt 1/2 shorter than stock fan belt. He told me I would need the upgraded cable kit but it connects to the old harness due to the original wiring is wire into your original harness. It just a plug and play. It take...
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    Alternator Upgrade Options for the GX470

    I am concerned I've had many alternators shorting out due to water crossings. Everyone who owns the GX knows the alternator is mounted on the bottom of the engine. Water and mud that gets between the coil and brushes will short out an alternator. If your dash lights start flashing most likely...
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    Seals and when to get them fixed

    I kept having an oil leaks coming from the passenger side of the front of the engine took it to Toyota they told me it was a bad cam seal leaking. Cost Labor $1113.99 parts $174.48 total $1288.47
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    For Sale 200 SERIES IRONMAN REAR SPRINGS (2" LIFT) PERFORMANCE LOAD (0-660LBS)

    I have the same springs to light for my weight. What size and brand did you go with for the additional weight?
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    Oil leak question

    If oil lead is coming out the front of the valve cover and not the rear or side . You most likely have a cam seal out. Just had my 2005 replaced at Toyota due to shade tree mechanics in my area. labor was $1113.99 parts was $174.48 . Hope you have a good mechanic you know and trust.
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