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  1. Handy Al

    leaking gas from top of tank

    Yes, I disconnected all of the tank’s top side pipe and electrical connections that are accessible from the access panel under the passengers seats area. As well, I disconnect the large gas fill hose and vent that come into the rear of the tank.This is because you must partially lower the tank...
  2. Handy Al

    For Sale  So Cal, FJ80 / FZJ80 SLEE Tire Carrier and SLEE Ladder. The Tire Carrier and Ladder only, (does not include the bumper).

    For sale is a less than 1 year old, new looking SLEE Tire Carrier and SLEE Ladder (does not include the bumper). Includes all the hardware, proprietary single latch system (rattle proof!), safety pins, gas struts, bearings and seals, bump stops, LED license plate light and wiring, hi-lift jack...
  3. Handy Al

    leaking gas from top of tank

    I just found and fixed my leaking gas tank, and installed the GM charcoal vent canister. The gas tank leak was exactly the same location as others show in their photos. Small crack, maybe 1/4” or 5/16”, and it was tight, hard to find. The metal in the area around the crack was slightly...
  4. Handy Al

    Parting Out 1997 Toyota Land cruiser FJ80 engine and transmission running!

    engine still available?? thanks
  5. Handy Al

    The reality of the Landcruiser Head Gasket Issue

    Original owner of my first 80 series, a 1997. Went 287k with no HG issues, then the poor truck got killed by a 30 something gal, driving 60mph, running a very red stop light……. My current 80 series is also a 1997, she has 312k, and I recently noticed a sweet smelling exhaust on startup. Scoped...
  6. Handy Al

    Big decision: engine broke- many options, one decision

    Well, actually 226 F is not overheating, unless you are running a open, non-sealed coolant system. Most of us run 15 psi Radiator Caps. At 15 psi water boils at 249.7 F (lookup ASME Steam Tables). that’s the great thing about water, it’s boiling point increases as pressure increases. A...
  7. Handy Al

    Big decision: engine broke- many options, one decision

    A “pretty soon“ decision is being driven by the fact that the truck is not operable, and It’s in the way - literally. Additionally, I using my wife’s SUV to haul my hunting dogs- can’t even fit the dog crates in there…… Agree that the stock temp gauge is not a calibrated indication. But if it...
  8. Handy Al

    Wanted Need 1FZ-FE engine, long block OK.

    That sounds like a possible route. I was hoping to find an engine with less than 200k, somewhat because the few data points I have says that #6 cylinder gets a HG coolant leak between 300 and 340 k mikes. Seems like if an engine has been well maintained, it can easily make it to 300k+ and not...
  9. Handy Al

    Big decision: engine broke- many options, one decision

    Thanks everyone for the great input so far on my upcoming decision: (And just to mix it up, i have listed my reaction first, and then the associated quote second….😝) jpoole: Unfortunately, I’ll have to keep driving because my hunting dogs can’t fly (they do nearly everything else perfectly...
  10. Handy Al

    Wanted Need 1FZ-FE engine, long block OK.

    I need an engine for my ‘97. thanks, Al
  11. Handy Al

    SOLD 1FZFE ENGINE

    I would like to buy. I can arrange for pickup or shipping I’ve just sent you a PM- Thanks! Al
  12. Handy Al

    Wanted  Need 1FZ-FE engine, long block OK.

    Need 1FZ-FE, ODB-II, engine with (preferably) less than 200k. Would prefer to not use a recon engine unless there is a good history…. I can travel the west to pickup, or will pay shipping. Thanks, Al
  13. Handy Al

    Big decision: engine broke- many options, one decision

    Good morning / afternoon ladies and gentleman! I have a big decision to make by the end of this week, Friday Aug 12, 2022; DOES SHE STAY, OR DOES SHE GO (and under what circumstances)…..? I will announce the decision this coming weekend once I digest the responses. Looks like I have a head...
  14. Handy Al

    VSV, what else while the intake is off?

    Happy to report that AJP’s method of “no major disassembly” described in his Sept 29, 2009 post to replace the pesky-VSV still works like a charm! You must do this quest by entering the tiny “VSV Cave of Despair” located under the intake runner. Be sure to follow AJPs steps, they do work. The...
  15. Handy Al

    Cracked Block 1FZ-FE

    I have a crack below the freeze plug- identical to all the pictures, also located at 6 o’clock, with just under 300k mikes on the odometer. Here are some pertinent crack facts (based on my experience doing Root Cause analysis in the nuclear power business) 1) This is caused by hoop stress from...
  16. Handy Al

    SOLD Front & Rear E Lockers, Actuators, Switch, Etc Everything!

    Still available? - I see it’s been a while since you posted. I need a full conversion set-up for my newly acquired ‘97. I am in So Cal. Please let me know. Thanks, Al
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