As I was replacing my alternator last week I decided to swap out the drive belts as well. I used gates belts. I'm now getting a loud whir/whine noise that makes me think a bearing is bad somewhere. It reminds me of the whine that a failing power steering makes. Ive checked the PS pump and its...
Hey guys, quick question - does anyone happen to know the build quality difference between the element (graphite model) and the evolution campers? The evolution replaced the element in 2007 and added the toy hauler, but the element was still billed as an off-road trailer. I’m curious if the...
This is probably a long shot, but what the hell...
I'm looking to buy a pop-up camper. So far I'm mostly interested in the Fleetwood Evolution and Element series, but am open to other comparable models. I'd prefer something with a few more amenities than an off-road tent trailer and something...
I had a little left side tip over on a trail recently and the rig sat on the DS for about 2 hours. Later that evening I noticed a small coolant leak and then the engine started running rough. It then threw the code for the knock sensor. I've replaced the PHH (last year) and confirmed that the...
Super technical question here....
I'm currently having some body work done and noticed the door trim ( the thick piece that runs from the front fender to the rear fender) on my 40th anniversary is peeling off. I figure why not just ditch it and have the paint under it redone? Problem is I...
Well, it pains me to type this, but I had a bit of an accident on Saturday and it looks like my roof is going to need some surgery. It was the maiden trail voyage of my 97 FZJ80 after I had spent a few years pouring lots of blood and sweat into her (with LOTS of help from this forum) and now it...
Here it is.
I hate to post a "should I buy this" thread, but my winch knowledge is zero, and the seller takes a long time to respond to questions and doesn't have a lot of info. I'll be in their neck of the woods on Sunday (bout 1.5 hrs from my house) and thought I'd take cash with me and pick...
I'm looking for a recommendation on someone that can paint my 97 FZJ80. I've got bad clear coat peel all over the hood and fenders, and the whole thing could probably use a new paint. Ive talked to a few local shops but most of them don't want to do a whole car because it takes too much shop...
While doing research for my suspension upgrade recently I couldn't find any reviews or photos of this particular set up, so I wanted to post in case someone else is looking. It's no 4 inch lift with miles of travel, but some of us like our cruisers on the refined side.
I've only had it on 3...
I've searched and posted on here for many years. It's usually been some form of holy-crap-what-happened-please-help-sos situation, to which I've received nothing but selfless help from many people on this forum. Living in an apartment in a large city, having no garage and lots of work travel...
UPDATE (and edit for clarity):
This is the TLDR version:
Problem: 97 FZJ80 underpowered during acceleration. When you press the gas pedal about 1/2 - 3/4 to the floor car gives about 40% what it should for acceleration- feels very sluggish like its starving for fuel or air. If you hold your...
After fixing the AC system in my car (full replacement) Im now dealing with some underpowered/ hesitation issues. I'm not sure if the two are related, but I cant help but think I might have knocked a sensor lose or messed something up while I was messing around with the AC. I also replaced the...
Hi all,
I've searched a bit but no conclusive answers....
The wife and I were all geared up to take a weekend backpacking trip and my 97 FZJ80 is leaking from the heater control valve. Its an easy fix to replace it, but I cant find one locally anywhere to fix it today. Does anyone know if its...
Up for sale is my 97 FZJ80 with 209,000. Located in Washington, DC.
A bit of history with his one:
I bought this a year and half ago from a gentleman on the forum known as WCruiserJunkie, some know him as Chris Wilson. I wont go into details, you can head over to the bad sellers forum for...
So, I'm on a trip out of town and my 97 LC started sputtering and cutting out after taking off from a red light. I'm currently debating my options in a parking lot. No previous symptoms, just happened suddenly and now can't make it home. It happens only in the forward gears (revving it in...
Hi All,
After sweltering through the first half of the summer with no A/C, I took my 97 FZJ80 into a local shop to have the A/C issue diagnosed. The compressor would kick on for a couple minutes and then kick off. After lots of research on this forum I thought maybe either an expansion valve or...
I've been trying to trouble shoot this for the last couple days and would love some input from others who have had similar problems.
Due to having no tools at my apt currently and living on a busy city street, I've been unable to do the tests myself and had to take it to a local mechanic...
Well, i sold my Land Cruiser for a 4runner, and now im selling my 4runner to get... a honda accord. Yes, for the first time in 7 years i will be driving a car and not a 4wd. Its sad, but college and a 3 hour commute make it neccessary. Oh well. Heres the truck.
1995 4runner
194,000 miles
4wd...