hey guys, been a long time! I hadnt used the cruiser much in the last year or so (twice to be exact) so with an ever growing need to work on the boat (my home) and spending less time out in the bush, it was time to sell the cruiser.
it was hard it let go but it started deteriorating quite...
Looking for some advice on a vibration issue I've started having.
Truck specs:
1981 bj60 turbo
SOA
37" tires with balancing beads
456 gearing
H42 trans
So I've got a vibration at almost all speeds. Upon accelerating past 2md gear there is a very faint vibration, once holding/maintaining a...
The other day I heard a squeak, crawled underneath to give it all a shake and discovered an extremely worn pinion. Damn near 1/4" of play side to side.
Full float rear axle
I've removed the shafts and hubs off each side and plan to service the wheel bearings while I'm here, re grease should...
OK this is the first time this has happened in the 5 years of owning this truck. 1981 BJ60 with a 1988 fj62 body.
Happened faster than a light switch, I lost all dash electronics...almost. Here are my current observations.
Shut down truck and when I went to fire it up again 15 minutes later I...
I'm looking for the wiper assembly from the motor onwards...no need for the motor as its in good shape.
basically my wipers have become super sloppy and not keeping good contact with the windshield, after a quick look it appears the aluminum mounting sleeve which attaches to the cowl has worn...
Haven't been too active on here lately. It involves a move and new purchase. Welcome WestCaper, home, adventuremobile and the newest member of the fleet.
Hey everyone,
First off, sorry for the late posting of this thread, I had it in my mind that there was one going already somehow...
Ok, so as discussed in the meetings thus far, we will be having this years expedition in the Tofino area~ over the BC Day long weekend.
Dates: Friday, August 3rd...
Hey all, just a heads up before the meeting this Wednesday. Due to the fire at the cobblestone recently, we will move the venue to the CVI pub, Duncan
Don't forget to check the upcoming meeting schedule from time to time!
Cheers
Lachlan
Hey all,
this was passed along to me by Jim Brantly (PismoJim) who will in BC to aid in support and whatnot to this event.
Here is a link to the volunteer page, you can access the rest of the site through the LOGO in the top right corner.
Volunteer | Primal Quest
it seems like one hell of a...
Hey all,
just a reminder of the upcoming meeting next week on May 16th at the 6 Mile Pub in Victoria.
meeting starts at 7pm.
We'll try to get a run together in the coming month of so, so all ideas are welcome! this will be discussed at on Wednesday
cheers
Lachlan
Well it looks as though that little leather diaphragm has given up the ghost in my injection pump.
Looking for a source for the part since Toyota want $280 for it....I've found a couple sites that have it but I've never bought from them and am unsure of the quality.
this seems like a good...
Just reminder of the meeting this Wednesday at the 6 mile pub at 7pm
Forgot to post up a reminder sooner.
Make sure to keep tabs on the posted schedule
Cheers
Lachlan
hey guy,
As discussed at the March meeting, lets get a run together this month.
Saturday April 21st or Sunday April 22nd work for people?
The idea was to head up island, Nanaimo or surrounding area...maybe some of ourmid-island members have an idea of a cool place to go?
cheers
Lachlan
Here on this thread will be a schedule of upcoming meetings 6 months in advance.
We're hoping for larger turnouts to the meetings and maybe with some more advanced notice, that will be possible.
Meeting times, dates and locations will be posted below, any changes to the schedule will be written...
ok guys its getting near that time again, beers, burgers and all the BS you can muster
Lets make this month a North of the Hat meeting.
Thinking 7pm, Wednesday March 21st at the CVI in Duncan.
Topics will include locations for the August Trip as well as a local run in April
Hello all,
let's try and get a meeting happening next week. Say Tuesday or Wednesday (21st/22ND).
Thinking the 6 mile pub unless there is enough interest north of the Malahat
Update: meeting will be held at the 6mile pub
On Wednesday February 21st at 7pm. See you all there!
Cheers!
Lachlan
Hello all and Happy New Year!
we're just about at that time where we assemble in a poorly lit parking lot to stand around and shoot the s*** before grabbing a cold beer and a tasty burger. also called the monthly meet.
I'm going to leave this meet in someone elses hands....(@Gsb15 ) for I'm...
Merry Christmas everyone, another year come and gone. Hope everyone is spending the day with family enjoying the snow, eating good food and sharing laughs.
Hopefully Santa was kind and left the odd cruiser part under the tree! Now get out there and enjoy the snow with a burnout or two!
Merry...
Thanks to all who helped organize Turf and Surf 2017 and to all who showed up. We were welcomed with open arms and had an absolute blast. It was the highlight of our trip for sure.
Already planning for next year, will have to smuggle some local salmon or bring down some moose for a feast over...