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Hi all, I am about to purchase a 1988 FJ62 for my first car. I went and looked at the FJ everything is in mint condition besides the engine. It is running off 4 cylinders instead of all six. The FJ got taken to a mechanic who said that the truck needs a valve job. Two of the cylinders are at 40...

Hi guys! Not ever a truck owner, but a outdoor and adventure enthusiast. As a pilot and airplane owner, somewhat mechanically minded. Always wanted a Toyota SUV, was previously obsessed with 3rd gen 4runners but have now seen the light and want to pull the trigger on an 80series, preferably...

Hi all, I've been lurking around here for a while. Back in September I picked up a 95 FZJ80 in CO Springs (150K on the OD, but a OD discrepancy on the title), and have been slowly working on it to turn it into a camper for a road trip. So far I've really only removed the interior and sound...

Hey mudders, I took over my FJ62 with a bunch of spareparts, but I'm a noob and know nothing about Landcruisers just yet. I've been going through the FSM to find everyone of them, but haven't had luck with it all yet. Hope some of you will help me on some of these parts. I'll post pictures and...

I just purchased my first land cruiser, an 85 fj60, three days ago. Stock everything. BUT, the PO installed an electric fuel pump (incorrectly) and my first trip with the truck was to a mechanic who fixed the install. My question is whether I have already screwed up the truck by having an...

Found a 2000 cruiser on the east coast with low miles (100K), but have concerns about rust on the rear axle of this handy. Being from the Oklahoma most of our vehicles are rust free. See attached pics and thanks for any advice. Oakmont

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if I'm in the wrong place. My name is Mark, screen name is toterola. I have been lurking and filing away ideas from the forum for a while now, and I finally took the plunge last weekend and bought an old '73 FJ-40 rust bucket. I am going to build everything myself that I can. I've owned a '69...

Just sold my JKU (aka Wrangler) and will start seriously looking for a 100 series. I cannot wait to get one home and get to building. I have been lurking around the site for 9 months but finally signed up 10 minutes ago. We (my boys and I) cannot wait to meet some of you soon. We are in...

Hi, new FJ-60 owner and ultra newbie diy mechanic. Having some issues with my e-brake, basically when I pull the lever, nothing happens. Tried to do some research online for this issue but have so far been unsuccessful and I need this thing to pass inspection. Has anyone had this issue before...

Never done Birfs in My life, But Im going to do them anyway. Unbelievable how fast these arrived. Now I have to tear it down. Any tips,tools etc all input is welcomed. Im not a pay a stranger that dosnet love the truck they are working on, so with a lot of youtube help(powermodz) and the FSM Ill...

Hi from NJ, after a year of lurking, drooling and research I finally bought my 100 two weeks ago. Its a 05 LC with 158k miles, single owner with a great service history but had a minor accident back in 2008, got it for $12.5 before tax and tags. The interior is almost perfect, everything works...

Hello Everyone, My apologies for not being more proactive with posting (especially pics) as I have had a lot going on in life. I have a 1991 Land Cruiser with 333,000 miles on the clock and have put 250 miles on the tank since purchase. I have replaced the battery, the alternator looks to be...

Hi Folks, I'm new to the forum, which I joined recently as I plan to buy an "driver"-level FJ40 for a bit of classic offroading fun. I've offroaded in more modern vehicles in the past and present (1990 Isuzu Trooper and 2005 Nissan Frontier), but would like to try something more classic - the...

Hi Ya'll, I'm new to this forum. I bought a 75 FJ40 a couple of months ago fulfilling a life long dream. My dad had owned 2 of them back in the seventies and I have spent many a mile in the back seat and finally driving it when he would let me. He was always hesitant because he had one of the...

I think with all the info collectively on this entire forum or what I call the offroad BIBLE, we need to start a how to keep your rig rolling thread. Ill start: ALWAYS keep your fluids clean and topped off. And always grease your U joints tie rods and other zerks Always carry spare belts,plugs...

In regard to using repeaters: I tune to the OUTPUT frequency of the repeater station. If I have ARS (Automatic Repeater Shift) enabled, any transmission I make while tuned to the output frequency will occur on the correct INPUT frequency for the repeater? Is this correct? Beyond the...

I just wanted to say hello to everyone and say a few things about myself. I just recently purchased a 71 FJ40 because I have always wanted one and since I'm kinda grown up now… I'd figure what the hell…you only live once. I have had an 86 FJ60, A Jeep CJ7, YJ, and TJ but the FJ 40 is the one...

Hey Everyone, long time lurker here, so long I couldn't remember my password!! Anyway, I've been on the lookout for a truck/adventure rig the past year. I keep trolling here and Expedition Portal dreaming and scheming about a rig. Needs - reliable (I'm NO mechanic) and a daily driver with good...

Hello all- I have been looking to purchase an 80 series for a while and I have found a nice '97 40th Anniversary Edition with 150k miles. Since it is out of state, I had the dealer take it to the local Toyota dealer and they found the following items that need to be repaired. 1. Speedometer...