I called Bill Lee of Bill's Toy Shop two weeks ago to talk to him about rebuilding my engine. Bill is leaving Tucson and moving to Silver City, New Mexico, so he's not taking on any new business. This is a shame since AFAIK he was the most knowlegeable Land Cruiser Mechanic in town.
I asked...
Just saw a One Ton collapsible hoist from Harbor Freight to be on sale for $100 March 4 and 5. I also know they have 2000 lb engine stands for around $100. So I will probably go this route. When done, I would be happy to lend to any cruiserhead in the area.
Any comments on the appearance of the...
Gentlemen,
A carb rebuild, turned into a cylinder head rebuild, that is now turning in to an engine rebuild. I just couldn't bear to put my pristine rebuilt carb back on that filthy manifold. Then when I removed the cylinder head (a bear of a job) and saw lots of black sooty debri on the...