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Hello, I just bought a 100 series land cruiser and am new to ownership. I need to get new tie rods does anyone have any certain brand to go to. Due to age and uncertainty of ball joins i am just going to replace them, I know everyone goes for 555 ball joints, but if I can get SPC are those...

Hi good day! 1st time removing my my dash compartment to check my ecu and saw this loose connector, any idea which wiring or sensor is this connected to? I have an FZJ100 GCC on 1fz-fe engine

Hey folks, I'm working to adjust the valves on my 1HD-FT, and was wondering a few things. Hoping to get some advice from folks who have done this before. The backstory here is that I went to replace my valve cover gasket, and thought I'd adjust the valves while I was in there - but I'm quickly...

I recently bought back my old 1968 FJ40, that was originally a hard top. Hard top and the old best top are long gone, currently all I have is a bikini top. I really like the look of the OEM style tops, but not sure what is involved in going that route. For those that have them: 1. I need to...

Does this look right. The bag mounts are not right underneath each other. The top mount is leaned toward the front of the vehicle

Put my fan through my radiator on the long weekend here in Australia. Managed to pull it out trackside and crimp off the broken bars and get me home.. but have a few queries.. Realise this is a known problem and I’m running the 80 series ‘yellow dot’ fan that is supposed to be less prone to...

Good afternoon. While trying to get things setup for my Wits End QPM I tried locating the hardware kit that came with it but misplaced it. Basically need to thread pitch for all hardware that came with the kit. Thank you.

Catastrophe has struck the 2.4Lte Hilux surf I recently acquired, and the timing belt tensioner gave out causing multiple valve stikes and shattering or cracking valves that then scored the head. long story short the head is ruined. It seems like getting a new head will cost almost as much as a...

Just recently installed a Ironman front bumper with a Bandland APEX 12K winch, and then finishing up the refreshment of the front suspension, including new UCA, new bushing for LCA/AHC shock and so on. Having gone through some of those existing AHC/TB posts, I realize I may have to deal with...

I just purchased a 2004 Lexus lx470. It's got 177,000 mi on it it was very well maintained. It's hard loaded even with the infrared camera. I have poked around and I have not found the definitive answer. First question the power steering seems too stiff and it doesn't really want to return to...

I’m currently cobbling together some parts to switch my fj heim steering. I’ve got a 22 4Runner rack, 3/4 heims, and a double shear kit. Probably going to run some dirt king clevis as I cannot find anyone else who makes a clevis that fits this rack. Anyone know of other options for the...

Just picked up a '74 40 series - my first - It is a bit of a basket case but since I retired I have the spare time to rebuild her. (Pics in next post) First on the list is rebuilding the tub. First questions for the group.... I'm missing the Top and cab sides - there is a set in...

I was eyeing the new GX550 Overtrail, but my LX570 is still like new even at 105K miles, so I decided to make my LX570 a little more of an off-road vehicle. First off I'm looking to swap out my 20" stock wheels and tires 285/50-20 for 18" TRD Tundra wheels with more aggressive mud+snow or AT...

Hello everyone! I am considering buying a 1st generation Sequoia and I have some questions about the 4x4 system and I am going to be asking them in a set of posts. I have done a search and I have not seen my basic questions answered so if you could clarify some issues about 4x4 operation I would...

Do the FZJ80, HDJ80, and HDj81 all share the same transfer case, or do they have differences? Thanks in advance.

Hi all - I was able to rebuild my from differential thanks help from the board, and now I am on to the rear so figured I would reach out for some help to make sure I am going down the right path. Specs: - 1997 LC - 150K miles - factory e-lockers - Stock height I have been chasing a grinding on...

Hi everyone, I've recently purchased a 1983 FJ40 (KC-LV) in fantastically original condition - rare for the Middle East, in that it has not been tampered with.. original paint, engine and interior...all things I was desperately searching for out here. 49,000 km from new, originally supplied to...

Hi all, recently received an old Toyota H engine, going to attempt to rebuild it but need to know a few questions about it as I can find next to nothing online in any capacity. 1. Are the gaskets compatible with the 2h in any way? i can barely find any kits for the H but there are plenty...

On my 86 FJ60 with original 2F. I have completed my desmog per the forums instruction.great job on the info it was very helpful. Runs tons better at idle. However, I took her on about a 10 mile test drive and she still starts to buck and stumble at interstate speed. I am assuming this is a...

Trying to turn shaft to find bb with breaker bar. Can't get to bolt on front by fan.