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    Problem: Copper anti seize on aluminium head exhaust studs

    Hi, The more I read the more I get confused. Application is either steel or stainless steel studs (used for the exhaust manifold) mounted in an aluminium head. Or any bolt or screw mounted in an aluminium head. I need an anti seize to prevent bolts/studs from twisting off during disassembly...
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    Rotary fuel injection pump: Input shaft play?

    Hi, As for the rotary injection pump used in for instance 4 cyl L and 2L engines: Does anyone have some values for maximum axial and radial play of the input shaft? My pump is leaking from the oil seal and has a small play. I need to know if the needs to be overhauled or if a new oil seal will...
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    Reliability: Direct vs indirect injection

    Hi, Can somebody elaborate on the reliability/robustness of direct vs indirect Toyota diesel engines? Lucas
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    How to lubricate speedo cable?

    Hi, I recently installed a genuine original new old stock Toyota speedo cable, however it wobbles around 50 mph and becomes steady again at 70 mph. The speedo cable is factory lubricated and cannot be disassembled - it is not designed to be taken apart so you can properly lubricate the inside...
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    What product for long term window rubber seal protection?

    Hi, My vehicle has sunlight exposed rubber seals for all windows incl the windshield. Even though the vehicle is 35 years old, the seals still look OK without cracks but somewhat faded compared to new rubber. I am not looking for a solution for the door seals. I want to treat these window...
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    Water temperature gauge problems

    Hi, I have a problem with water temperature gauge in my instrument cluster of my Toyota Hiace LH50. The car is from 1984 so I am very sure that all other Toyotas from the 1980's show the same system: The temperature sender/sensor is mounted close to the water outlet on the engine with only ONE...
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    Faulty injection pump: Uneven acceleration (with video)

    Hi, I have some issues with my fuel injection pump. As a frame-off restoration the engine was put aside 3 years ago and just recently I fired the engine up again Here are some data: 1. Engine: L engine (2,2 liter) 2. Mileage: 85000 km - maybe 50000 miles 3. Tank has been cleaned, fresh fuel...
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    How adjust load sense proportional valve?

    Hi, I completely disassembled my brake system and will soon have to bring the car (Toyota Hiace LH50) to the inspection where the brakes have to function flawless. I adjusted the height of the arm to the settings in the manual but I know this valve can show many problems. Basically when they...
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    Car door seal: Make new again?

    Hi, My car door seals on my 35 year old Toyota Hiace are basically in a good shape since the rubber and foam is in a good condition without cracks, deterioration etc. But the foam part has been squeezed flat in some areas and does not seal up very well anymore since it does not "bounce back" to...
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    Priming/Hand pump does not suck diesel fuel

    Hi, I am about to finish my frame off restoration but I have problems with my diesel fuel priming/hand pump. Everything has been completely dry, 15 liters of fuel in the tank, a new fuel filter is mounted but it does not draw fuel from the tank. 1) I tried pressing the knob maybe 500 times...
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    Injection nozzle: Gaskets really to be replaced?

    Hi, I pulled my injection nozzles out of the head. According to the manual I should replace: a) The U-shaped washer/gasket at the bottom which seats against the nozzle itself. I think it is made of copper or brass. b) The flat aluminum washer/gasket with 2 tiny holes in connection with the...
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    Glow plug tip color: Orange sufficient?

    Hi, I am playing around with my L engine (2,2 liter diesel engine with the 7 volt super glow system). I had some starting problems recently and I am trying to weed out the problems. I pulled out all 4 injectors which allowed me to have a clear view on all 4 glow plug tips while installed...
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    Brake cylinder: Repairable or new?

    Hi, As part of my frame off restoration I observed the following pitting corrosion on my brake cylinder. The width is approx 10mm and covers the end area where the rubber seal is supposed to keep the brake fluid on the inside. I also observed a tiny leak. This is the area where moisture/water...
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    External voltage regulator: Anyone with experience?

    Hi, My Toyota Hiace has an external voltage regulator connected to the alternator. It is the type with 6 wires, a black box the size of a fist and the internals are made up of 2 large relays. When I run the van, the voltage is not very steady, it fluctuates up and down maybe 1V when I...
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    Countries with most FJ45?

    Hi, Looking at the entire World, what countries have the highest density of pre-1974 Toyota FJ45 (pickup) driving around the streets/highways? Or in another way: What countries imported most FJ45 (pickups) back then? I am not interested in the newer design going up to 1984/85. Lucas
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    Problems with 12V super glow

    Hi, Im trying to figure out my 12V super glow system. I used this thread for information: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/super-glow-explained.597560/ But the presented information in that thread does not match up to my measurements at all. My main problem of understanding is the voltage...
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    Disc brakes: To grease or not?

    Hi, In terms of disc brake servicing, overhaul, repair etc: 1. I find plenty of youtube videos where people grease the contacting/sliding surfaces of the brake pads just before installation. The argument is prevention of brake pads sticking to the caliper and ensure troublefree operation...
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    Vinyl seat: How to remove wax stain?

    Hi, As part of my frame off restoration I stored my beige colored vinyl seats on a pallet, where unfortunately, another vehicle piece with underbody wax coating squeezed agaist the seat for approx 1 year. Now there is a brown spot (size = Ø2 centimeters) and it does not seem to go away. I...
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    Installing windscreen: What soapy water mix?

    Hi, I am about to install the windscreen in my car which has the old style non glued windscreen type. The manual says to use soapy water but does not indicate a mixture ratio. Does anyone know how concentrated the mix should be? Is it like a 50/50 mix? Lucas
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    Flywheel: Is it damaged?

    Hi, As part of my frame off restoration I am starting to assemble the clutch again. I have a new pressure plate, disc and bearing. My problem is, that I have some marks on both my pressure plate and my flywheel. What is your opinion on the flywheel marks? I can barely feel them, but there is...
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