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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    Thanks Tom Completely sorted now. On a different note, I visited NZ for the first time in September for RWC. Awesome place with great people Thanks again Justin
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    is the vacuum line for the vacuum advance on the distributor taken straight from the inlet manifold vacuum port?
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    I appreciate that I have been quiet a long time on this issue, but there was a mistake in my earlier post! I have a single 3 way valve on my 2f whereas the photo of the red cruiser shows two valves. If anybody could give me a clue regarding how to lace up the hoses from this valve I would be...
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    2f cylinder head install

    Thanks for the replies. I put the gasket on clean and dry (though I would have gone with the aluminium paint if I had some handy). I cleaned up one thread with a thread file but the rest of the bolts could be tightened by hand.
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    2f cylinder head install

    two questions that will help me on my way: 1. Should the head bolts be dry or lubed? 2. Does the head gasket need a sealer or should it be installed dry? Its an 82 if that helps! thanks
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    Hone and ring time.

    I have removed rocker assembly, pushrods, head bolts, nuts between exhaust and manifold, and a few other bits and pieces. I plan to lift the head tonight and thought that I would put the plugs back in and crank the motor to break the seal between the block / gasket / head using compression. Is...
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    Hone and ring time.

    Sound like a night at the Blue Oyster Bar ................ but moving on ... I have an Aussie FJ40LX (1982) that I have just carried out a compression test and found that 1,2,4 and 6 cylinders are between 125 - 135, but 3 and 4 are 105 and 115 respectively (hot and dry). A wet test has...
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    Trouble starting

    how do I get a better spark?
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    Trouble starting

    Struggling to reliably start my FJ40 2F Seems great when it is running, and will hot start with 2 prods of the throttle and no choke. I have a new starter and battery, new condenser and points. The motor is a bit down on compression on 3 and 4 (85 psi). With some ether spray, it starts...
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    Starting motor problem?

    Starter seems to be spinning pretty hard - certainly enough to start the motor. The vehicle has been laid up for a while so there is every reason that the SM would be a bit tired or drawing too much power from the battery. The voltage drop across the battery terminals seems a logical way to...
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    Starting motor problem?

    It's not electronic ignition - that's for sure. I was hoping for some feedback in terms of voltage drop across the battery terminals on start up (I.e. What is a reasonable reading, and what is too high a voltage drop to reasonably expect the beast to start) If anybody wants to put a voltmeter...
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    Starting motor problem?

    My 82 fj40 has just been decommissioned after a long lay off. I'm having some problems getting it started. It starts with jumper leads and a rolling jump start very easily, but despite having a good battery it does not strait from the key. Looks like weak spark - have been through the wiring...
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    Rain Rail - Hardtop Restoration

    That fibreglass piece looks to be the complete gutter with a moulding to duplicate the separate piece that fixes between the screen and the roof section. The dome would be required to be separately attached. Benefits: 1. Very easy installation, and generally dimensionally accurate. 2. No...
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    Harp Top Screen Weatherstrip info required

    Hey Guys I' having to replace the gutter on my hard top to pass a Roadworthy inspection in Oz. I've noticed that the metal plate that is connected to the top by rivets and screen surround by bolts is looking a bit 'second hand' to say the least. I've seen that I can replace the gutter with a...
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    will not idle - any hints?

    Thanks guys for your assistance. Pinhead - it was the primary that was stuck a little open. I've adjusted it down to about 750rpm, but will probably go for a new throttle return spring because the linkage feels a little tight and does not fully return to the stop without encouragement. As for...
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    will not idle - any hints?

    Hi guys Just put my 82 FJ40 back together after a long lay off. Background: I have a new exhaust system which is linked to a standard inlet and exhaust manifold which has a blanking plate between the two manifolds (Aussie spec). The manifolds were shaved and I believe that I have no leaks at the...
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    That's a great help - thanks again
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    Great help guys Psycho - of course there are 2 vsv's in the photo - I must look a bit harder next time! And bsmith, yes the canister is like the large one that appears in your picture. The only issue being that I had no idea that there were any smog equipment on Aussie vehicles - certainly the...
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    thanks for taking the trouble to post a photo Psycho My FJ is a little different to yours, but your picture was a valuable reference. I have two separate valves (3 way vacuum switch thing), whereas your setup shows just one. Also I have a reservoir which is about the size of a baked beans tin...
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    Aussie FJ40 LX '82 vacuum hose query

    G'day folks I have at last put my motor back together and have come to lace up the vacuum hoses to the aisin carb, but unfortunately I have lost my little sketch showing what went where! Anyway, I have a valve which is attached to the inside of the fender with some pipes coming out of it...
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