Recent content by windtrader

Wondering if pulling the engine is worth the effort when replacing the rear seal and head gasket? Looks like so much stuff gets pulled off to do the head gasket, might be easier to get both repairs done while the motor is out.

Thanks. I'll run a test or two just to confirm that's the core problem. Will order the full kit and have at it. Probably replace anything else easy to get to at same time. Any general time estimates for competent, non-pro grease monkey to get the head off? Do most do the repair without pulling...

Going down highway, then suddenly started losing power. Temp gauge pegged so immediate pullover. Typical water/stem. Towed home and started once fully cooled. Big white clouds and rough running. Looks like the PHH blew out due to fluid coming from that area. Since it overheated for a short...

Update - The two day sub is now $20. Very little mention of quality in the posts, specifically the images. The sample on the website shows no image. Digital copies I've seen are pretty poor with some pictures barely usable.

They are. The owner lamented that nobody wants to get their hands dirty for less than retail or services job. Plus the margins are just not there to raise prices to offer better wages. I'm afraid these sorts of businesses are not economically viable using today's numbers. He can make it work due...

One thing I have noticed is minivans seats often have built-in arm rests, quite comfortable due to the low center console. I guess one could mod it with a raised padded landing to rest your arm. The other feature I finding useful is seat adjustments beyond just sliding and tilt. Adjustable...

Following up. I took the starter over to a specialist auto electric shop. Such cool dudes. Took it right back to the bench, tested it, opened it up, copper contacts were burnt, checked rest of starter, all good. Done in 30 minutes and $75. Thoroughly happy to have the original starter back in...

The local shop replaces with quality bearings, contacts, etc. not a quick and dirty job. Other than a true Denso reman, it's a crap shoot on parts and assembly quality of the aftermarket remans.

Thanks for the compilation of seat options. What was not discussed are some of the parameters while shopping for swaps. For example, some common variables would be seat width, overall height, bottom seat height, mounting and clearance. I'd expect nearly all need some mods to the bases and maybe...

Just wondering if having the original OEM starter rebuilt would be better quality than a off the shelf reman unit? Naturally, there may be greater variability in going local but shop has long term good reputation so assume labor/skill is good. Always buy reman units but would like to support...

It's been awhile since the bumper was installed, how is it holding up, anything you'd do differently?

For an 80 series that will be towed. Is it safe if baseplate connectors are welded or bolted onto the front bumper?

update - bought the Coopers @ $175 each as they were local and avaiable. They are great tires. Quiet and great ride, on road miles only.

The excellent tire article on expeditonportal.com sold me on the Cooper Discoverer A/T3 tires. More research revealed Cooper makes Mastercraft tires and markets an exact model: Mastercraft Courser AXT 126R Tire LT285/75R16. Specs are identical according to the published data on the respective...

Other than black, what colors are offered? I read first and last page but no mention of colors beyond black. Thanks