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So... I sandblasted my block fully aware of the risks. Closed off all openings into the engine, using a fine grit and low pressure to get good results. Turns out the gaskets of the valve covers failed and the grit is now inside the engine. What are my options? First off i'll vacuum most of it...

I'm looking for a 2020 GX460, and had some questions and hoping to get some opinions on those that have experience. Background - I have been driving a 2000 Landcruiser for the last 22 years - it has been great, but showing its age and I'm ready for something newer. My wife has been driving a...

Hi all, I bought an OEM rear driveshaft from a Toyota dealership online, shopped around for the cheapest price and they offered free shipping. Also ordered some of the installation nuts for it. Well, I got the package yesterday, nuts weren't shipped, and the driveshaft was in one of those long...

I got a 2017 Tacoma that I'm using as a college pickup. Wish I would have found a manual but the 2.7 Auto is alright ( 22RE is what I'm used to in a small pickup). The biggest annoyance that I've had with this pickup is that it doesn't stay in 6th gear on the highway too well. The previous owner...

Hello, I am restoring a Fj40 1964, had questions about the rear door, need some details on how this thing opens saw a couple of pictures on the internet but they do not make a lot of sense, if anyone has a 1964 (hard top) and can help out .,,,, Need Help

Hi all, I'm a member of a UK MRT looking for some new AT tyres for our vehicles (Hilux and Defender 110) They're both currently running BFG KO2, happy with the off road performance and durability but would like better on road performance in both wet and dry. They mainly spend most of their...

need a new cat and associated gaskets, any advice? should I just grab a 200 dollar amazon deal and get the exhaust shop to install? or should I pay a bit more and get one with corresponding flanges and dig in? the y pipe is a magna flow in good shape and I replaced the muffler a couple years ago...

Greetings. I am looking for cargo divider ideas. I have removed my second row seats and would like to mount some electrical components on a cargo divider. Any and all advice would be much appreciated. See attached pic for an idea of what I'm looking to do. I've looked at the MSA / kaon...

I am the original owner of a 2008 Land Cruiser. I have about ~220K miles. I want try to get another 10-15 years out of it. I would love to see it go 500K. Help me get there!!! I don’t have an unlimited budget, so I’m trying to figure out which things would be worth it, and which things I...

Want to install a 7 way connector to my 78 40. Going to need a converter for the lights. Looking for tips on wiring this up. Thanks, Jim

Hi All Im facing an issue with the Carb of my recently acquired FJ40. After some observations and suggestions from a fellow member, I've identified that my carburator is leaking gasoline. This wasn't initially apparent, but after running the engine for a warm-up as part of an oil cleaning...

Long time guest and finally joined the group. Picked up a 77 Fj40 many months ago that someone wasn’t able to get back together. So much good info on here that’s been extremely helpful so far. The engine was full of water when I bought the project. Still working the breaking it free but in...

I just purchased a Silver 2010 GX460 with 140k miles for $19k out the door and I would appreciate some advice. I come from a 2005 GX470 (bought for $7k, sold 3 years later for $7k) with 240k miles and 3 years (60k miles) of overlanding experience with a Roofnest rooftop tent. We mainly get...

Good morning peeps, I had a local dealership install my Bilstein lift and SPC UCAs(1 year ago), the control arms(I'm assuming) are making a loud rubber creaking sound when going over speed bumps and is driving me crazy and can't figure it out. Can someone tell me if I'm supposed to have a...

I'm looking for some alignment advice. Sorry to start another alignment thread, but I've read through as many as I can with search. I have a 2" Dobinsons MRA lift with Dobinsons UCA. I'm getting some tire wear on the outer edges, squeaking on the pavement when turning sharp at low speeds, and...

Hi all, wanted to introduce myself & ask for some advice. My name is Mark & our since new family owned 98 Tacoma TRD V6 with 131K miles took a hit neat 285 & MLK Jr on 9/25 and due to frame damage State Farm wants to total it. This truck lived in Albuquerque NM between delivery to August ‘23...

Hi All, I'm looking to purchase a 2004 LX 470 with extremely low miles 71k based in the northeast - price is $25k, but I'm sure I can negotiate. Outside exterior and interior is pristine, but I noticed some rust on the undercarriage. I'm not an expert on these vehicles and was looking for advice...

All, I came across a 2000 Land Cruiser with 188k. One owner, clean maintenance record. Seller is asking $5,000. The issue is Rust. See pictures attached/below. Looking for your advice and a purchase/no-purchase decision. Looking for reccomended repair cost to frame, components, and body...

My 1985 FJ60 got caught in a parking lot for a few hours that flooded just above the door jambs. Carpets / floor soaked. NY State has a salvage law for flooded cars if flooded that way. I'm in the process of ripping out alll the carpets to get it to dry quickly / minimize damage. Also - the...

I have been chasing a white rabbit for a long time dealing with my starter on my 1996 FZJ80, and I need a fresh set of "eyes". The problem I am getting is when turning the key, nothing happens. You can tell power is being drawn from the dimming of lights, but no starter action. In the past, I...