Recent content by tyschiltz

Ordered one of these a few years back, then unhooked one end when it bent the tailgate metal that the bottom bolt was mounted into. I just went back in to straighten the bolt and the strut threads must have loosened...no strut left! any idea where to get a replacement? have ordered two from...

What make are the other lights on your bumper? they look like they'd work great!

looking for rear window vent cover for left side. also, interior steps for second row if you have them. thanks!

Thanks, i'll give it a shot. just thought it's odd that the new switches didn't work also, so maybe it is the plug. thanks for the suggestion!

On my 1997 80 series both of my front windows just recently quit working...at the same time... but only from the driver's master switch. They work from every other switch. So, naturally, I replaced the master switch. Alas, it didn't fix the problem!! Is there, by chance, a hidden fuse or...

yep...it's only money....:flush:

That wouldn't create the knocking noise though would it?

Well, I took it to my mechanic and for $130 he told my that he thought is was a rob bearing...other then that no. I plan on getting it compression tested then (if the top end tests good) tearing the bottom end apart and trying to do a bearing replacement...anyone have any thoughts?

@tominboise I couldn't justify it either (well I could but then I probably would have a hard time falling asleep at night - that is, IF the dog would let me sleep with him... Someone really ought to come up with a swap DIY kit or something since everyone wants a V8...after all, what's not to...

Ha ha ha! Thanks @dirtyboots I really like your harsh reality mixed with sarcastic humor - it's completely my style! I do already have a beater (2004 Toyota Solara) that I typically commute with (650 miles/week) but thought this past storm would hinder my arrival at home in a timely manner...

That would be awesome!...did it come with a mechanic or "how to replace an engine for dummies" book? :-)

I really like the idea of replacing it with something more fuel efficient with more power but then there'$ always the co$t to con$ider....

I hear ya! ESPECIALLY when you're talking $5k-$15k depending on your decision...

Elsie (my series 80 baby) is currently in Casper WY for those that may know the area. TIA!

So Friday night on my weekly trip home (a 350 mile journey that I've been doing for the past ~6 months and will continue to do until I can sell my house) I had just topped a large hill when I swear i heard a clunk (was listening to some talk radio via headphones so it's hard to say where it came...