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Hey guys, Recently purchased a 1997 80 series, triple locked(not that I'll probably ever use it) . I've noticed my knuckles gently weeping. I have a factory service manual, and read through the posts on here. Thanks for that. I was wondering if anyone in the area of Western MA/CT would be...

Hi All! Excited to learn and tinker around with this thing. This a second vehicle for me, my daily is a 2008 4Runner (4.7L). Any input is suggested. I’ve been combing/reading the forums for random things prior to acquiring this beauty. It was in CA its entire life and it checked all my boxes...

New owner of a 1-owner SoCal LX470; literally driven by the old lady down the street for 19 years. I always told her that I would buy it from her when she was ready to let go. She bought a new GX, I got the LX with 130,000 miles. (timing belt replaced at 95k mi) I've already sourced great...

Hi all, wanted to introduce this hog. 220K km, fresh paint, headlight mod, pristine interior (cloth seats!), and new wheels/33 A/Ts. It came with a seized up transfer case shifter so that’s the first project. Then new audio system, lift, and no links/bushings, and LED headlights (@alfaboss...

Hello All, My name is Max and I am the proud new owner of a ‘77 fj40(pictured; likely a Columbia FJ since there’s NOTHING in place to add a heater). It’s in great shape and restored by the PO, but he’s in Florida where there’s not much need for heater…which is a little different than...

Just picked up my 2016 Thursday and my first Toyota product, I can honestly say this feels extremely solid and exudes quality. I am coming from Tahoe's / Yukon's . Very Happy! Fully Dealer serviced every 5k miles and No rust :)

Hey everyone, I recently picked up a new (to me) triple-locked 1997 Landcruiser with 225 thousand miles. I am new to this forum and to these vehicles, but I figured I would share some pictures since I've been reading up a good bit on here. It needs a little TLC but appears to be in pretty good...

Hi all, I had a V8 4R with FJ wheels and Duratracs on it a few years ago and I'm getting back into a Toyota this year. Just picked this one up and joined the forum. I've had the truck less than a month and I have already done: Auto Headlamps Steering wheel "Pro" grille Dechrome bumpers...

Hello, I just picked up this 2002 LC last week and have really enjoyed it so far. Despite the higher miles (230k) it runs extremely well and is super comfortable...no doubt because of it's extensive maintenance history. This thing is 100 percent stock...at least for now. One issue that has me...

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...

Hello everyone, I've been a lurker for about a year now as I've planned this project. I'm a college student in Portland, who has been obsessed with 40s since living in Bolivia while in high school. They're everywhere there and for a few years I planned on importing a couple (turns out people...

Hello all, I just became a member yesterday. I didn’t see a place to introduce yourself so I figured this would be the best place as I’m hoping to be a 70 owner. My plan is to find the best HZJ73 I can afford and use it for my daily driver. My wife’s SUV we can use for any longer trips but...

Hello everyone As of September 28th 2023, I am now an owner of a 1996 LC :D A little backstory on the car. 217k Miles Clean title Florida only 3 previous owners No lockers Doesn't look to have frame rust only some surface rust due to age but minimal. The car was stationary for years but was...

Hi everyone, Long time lurker and poster on Mud, but normally in the 70 Series section (and some ownership of 80's and 100's), but never a 60. Well, that has just changed, and I am the proud new owner of a 1988 HJ61, 12HT mated to a manual box. I'm very lucky, it's been with it's owner for 26...

I graduated both upwards and backwards....no disrespect, but I traded my 2011 LX570 for a 2021 Tacoma, then to a 2022 GX460, and now I'm gonna finally setlle into the 4Runner. When I had the LX, I wanted a 4Runner and be done with it but no dealer had any cars. Anyway, I am going to install a...

Hey mini truck mud members. I just purchased a 1981 Hilux 4 X 4 and I am going to be asking the group for help and advice as I dig into it. I have been eyeing this since I first saw it in 2020 and finally made a deal to bring it home. It is a Western Slope CO truck and May have even lived its...

Just received my 1977 FJ40 (originally from Ecuador) that I won on BAT a day or so ago. First time FJ40 owner and bought it understanding there would like be some issues so overall as expected so far. My classic experience is with a 1966 Ford F250 4x4 that I've done quite a bit of work on but...

Hey Good People! I just wanted to drop a note and introduce myself, as I just finally bought my first Land Cruiser! I haven’t been this excited about a new vehicle since I got my very first car 20 years ago - buying a Land Cruiser is the closest I’ve come to rediscovering that same sense of...

I have no tools, no experience, and apparently no brains. I'd like to change at least two of these things. warning: long rambling post of a total noob. Some details... the body is riddled with rust the frame (as far as I can tell, which isnt very far) has surface rust but no holes or...

Hey Mudders, I recently purchased a beautiful '81 FJ60, and after quite a bit of research, I have a few questions on what should be done initially, as I will not have a service record for the car. I am planning on replacing the fluids as soon as the truck arrives, rebuilding knuckles, and...