Installed the GR reduction starter today. First attempt was frustrating, all hooked up and ready. Turned the key and nothing but a high pitched whining sound. After three tries I took it back out. A good deal of cussing and reinstalled. Good to go, the gremlins were screwing with me. Thanks to...
The GR starter arrived yesterday. When looking at the current starter I see what looks to be two black/white wires. Other posts have said to connect the black/white wire to the GR starter. Which of the two wires is it (photo) A or B?
Will do...start with the smaller easy troubleshooting and go from there. Also want to say that your numerous posts on these vehicles have certainly helped me in the past. Thanks Coolerman.
Sorry, but that is a new term for me "gear reduction starter." What does that mean and how does it benefit the FJ40. Just trying to get schooled here. Thanks
I really don't know if there is an issue with the starter. On other vehicles that I have owned in the past, there was always a clicking sound when the starter was faulty. I'm not hearing that at all. I'm not saying that it's not the starter, maybe that would be a good starting point for me to...
1978 FJ40, Lately I've been experiencing difficult starts after driving. The initial start in the morning is without any hassle. Pull the choke, few pumps of the gas pedal and it starts with no problem. What I am having problems with is driving to the store and the engine is good and warm. When...
I have a 1978 FJ40 that continues to have an exhaust leak where the exhaust pipe connects with the manifold. I reversed the hose on my shop vac and blew the air up the exhaust. Sprayed some soapy water and got bubbles galore. I have replaced the doughnut in there several times. Does anyone make...
Mike, my steering coupling arrived yesterday and I plan on installing it this weekend. I noticed the picture of your old rag joint and it looks like you did some cutting on the two bolts. Any helpful hints on taking it off? I started using PB blaster on it today so hopefully the disassemble...
My steering coupling arrived today and what a difference from what's currently on 1978 40. Will take care of it this coming weekend. Just a quick question regarding the new steering coupling, what purpose does the black wire have that connects the two copper pieces for?
Steve