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    Stuck in L4

    I’m in Gunnison, CO for a few days. I put our 2008 Cruiser in L4. Worked great. But it won’t go back into H4. I’m trying several ways such as setting the parking brake and restarting the engine. Nothing is working. No codes on the OBD. Pls help.
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    Review: Power Stop Z36 K4117-36 Rotors and Pads after 68,580 miles.

    This is a review of using Power Stop's Z36 Truck & Tow rotors and pads. https://www.powerstop.com/product/power-stop-z36-brake-kit/#y=2008&mk=TOYOTA&mo=LAND%20CRUISER 2008 Land Cruiser I installed these in Nov 2019 with 231,000 miles. Today, the mileage is 299,580. I took photos this morning...
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    SOLD  SPC adjustable upper control arms * 200 series #25465 * New! Still in box!

    In April 2021 I got a pair of the SPC adjustable upper control arms #25465 from ToyTechLifts in Denver. These will not be used on our 200 due to a change in plans for the rig. They are still in the box. If you haven't checked lately, current pricing is $900. For local pickup or a meet I'll take...
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    Need help. Engine not starting after installing plugs.

    I'm in a tight spot and need help. I installed the NGK Iridium IX LFR6AIX-11 spark plugs this morning. I also put on a new serpentine belt. I was eager to crank it up to feel the vibes of the new plugs but as soon as the engine kicks in it dies. Blue smoke came out of the pipes and there's a...
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    4,441 miles, 20.1 mpg, 13 states, no fast food.

    That’s the equivalent of driving from Atlanta to Anchorage without the mosquito swarms. But I still dream of driving to Alaska in the future. In Aug I drove from Highlands Ranch, CO to Sault Ste. Marie, MI. A bit strange seeing Canada 100 yards across the river. I love the quiet of a hardwood...
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    What is the easiest route from the inside to the battery for the purpose of belaying wires?

    I'm installing a President McKinley cb radio in a few days (most likely under the steering column) because I've done with with Waze/Google maps not updating traffic conditions timely. I'll be using the President Maryland antenna on the Firestik K11 magnet mount. What is the fastest and easiest...
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    Cruise control does not work • wait, working now • no, it's not working

    In the past few months, when I pressed the button to turn on the cruise control, sometimes it would come on and sometimes it would not. The last time it came on (4 weeks ago), I was able to set the speed but the stick would not work to change the speed, which was a new twist. I'm sure if I try...
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    Cruiser in a ‘Cane

    Family is taking vacation on Dauphin Island, AL, USA. We’ve been on the eastern flank of IDA. Cruiser is getting a free car wash after driving on a few salty flooded roads this morning. Electricity is out so I’m reading this forum for updates. Hopefully all members in the storm’s path are safe.
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    Does a failed starter have a click?

    As I was prepping our '08 with 250k miles on it today, I attempted to start the vehicle. Nothing happened but it's as if the battery was dead. The next time there was a click. Then the next 2 times there was 1 click. On the next try the starter engaged correctly. The next 4 times the starter...
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    Stuck bolt on front lca

    I'm sure everyone is given a pass every now and then for immediate help. If so, I'm asking for one now. I'm replacing the left lower control arm today, or at least I thought I was. The bolt on the lca bracket to the frame is not moving. The nut is off. I don't have a reciprocating saw and trying...
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    Here's the info for Bilstein's new heavy rear springs for the 200 series and the Bilstein suspension with lift.

    I've been communicating with a tech expert at Bilstein about their suspension components for the 200 series. He is the guy who was on the Bilstein product development team for their suspension products on the 200 series and who coordinated the work to use @Robert B 's 2019 for design and...
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    SSDS - Stupid and Selfish Dealership Stories

    After reading lots of posts about replacing many components, the one constant theme I encountered is how dealerships can be stupid or selfish or both. We've all encountered them. I though it might be a good relief to have a place to share them. Maybe this thread will gain some traction or maybe...
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    Is it a good idea to replace control arms, bearings, and end links while replacing the ball joints?

    The driver-side ball joint is leaking grease and making a thud noise when going over bumps. Is it wise to replace both upper and lower control arms as a full unit each and know all the bushings and ball joints have a fresh start? The rig has 240k miles.
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    Cruise control works, then doesn’t, then does...

    Yesterday while driving, the cruise control acted strangely. After turning on the system, it would not accept a designated speed. I had push the on/off button about 5 times to turn off the system. I turned it on again and it then it accepted the speed. After an hour the same thing happened...
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    DIY light bar frame to fasten a light bar on a bike rack.

    For my big trip from Denver to the Alabama coast (and back) recently, I wanted to add lights on our bike rack. The rack is a Thule hitch-mounted swing-out unit that holds four bikes. We wanted a USA-made bike rack with high-quality steel where the rack could swing away from the tailgate without...
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    Tail Light Assembly: how to access side marker and possibly replace the assembly

    I leave from Denver to the AL coast in a few days and it will be helpful to have these two issues resolved for safety reasons. At least the lights on the tail gate and the third brake light are working normally. While I was testing my custom-made bar to hold a brake/tail/turn lights that will...
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    Flickering tail light

    I'm prepping our 2008 cruiser for my drive to the AL beach next week. I noticed the right tail light, the one on the body, is flicking and is producing less light than the other tail lights. I replaced the bulb but it did not solve the issue. I fiddled with the connections in the tail-light...
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    Review: WeatherTech Sun Shades - Full Coverage (every window).

    We've been needing sun shades for all of the windows on our 2008 salsa-red cruiser for several reasons such adding privacy, blocking out the sun when it's parked, and when possible blocking out the sun for my family on long-distance jaunts. Two weeks ago I ordered the WeatherTech Sun Shades...
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    Colorado 4x4 trails by Ouray and Lake City with Yokohama Geolander A/T G015

    Hello Members. We returned yesterday from staying in Lake City and venturing on the 4x4 trails. Here are trails we accomplished: Engineer Pass (3x) Cinnamon Pass (3x) American Basin Mineral Creek Imogene Pass Governor Basin Ophir Pass Stony Pass to Pole Creek Animas Forks to Silverton (4-6x)...
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