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  1. Beehanger

    How to check machines shop work

    Had a full rebuild done on my 2F and am assembling it with a mechanic today. Machine shop already put together the bottom end and part of the cylinder head. What is the best way to check their work? I consider taking it all apart because I don’t fully trust them or know them, but the mechanic...
  2. 40FOX

    For Sale  Bathurst NSW, Australia 1977 FJ40 - 2H Diesel engine - Full Restore

    This is a very rare opportunity to buy a 40 series cruiser where you have been able to see every part of the build documented on YouTube! The Time has come to see the 40 Channel FJ40 Build to make way for the next 40 series project. 1977 FJ40 Chassis stripped and rust proofed 2H Diesel and 4...
  3. DOUGNSTEIN

    Need Advice: 1974 FJ40 4-Speed Transmission rebuild or replacement options

    I need help/advice with my many questions about my FJ40 transmission. I have a 1974 FJ40 4-speed transmission roars (sounds/feels like bearings are gone, comes and goes at speeds over 40 mph) and I had a local transmission guy confirm it needed a rebuild. He said parts were discontinued and he...
  4. sardaukar

    fj55 restauration - breaks - in UK

    (orioginally posted in another thread) Hi! I am restring a FJ55 from 79/80 bought from Finland. I am sourcing parts now and I am at the breaks :) I am trying to understand what wheel cylinders and drums I need. There are some on ebay australia and I also found some here...
  5. T

    Early FJ40 wiper motor restoration

    Hi everyone! I am trying my hand at complete wiper motor restorations, which I may start offering as a service. Since this community has helped me so much, I thought I would show my process so anyone can attempt it if they want. If you are interested in having me do this for your unit, feel...
  6. H

    Engine Replacement for 2004 LC

    On a recent trip back to Missouri from Michigan the engine suffered a catastrophic failure at 341,000 miles. I have to decide whether to have a remanufactured engine installed there, or trailer the LC back to Missouri and find someone to rebuild it here. Any advice as to reputable engine...
  7. T

    Rebuild 1HDFTE power steering pump

    Hi there, Im trying to put a new seal kit through a power steering pump from my 2001 1hdfte 100 series. My workshop manual details removing the pump gear nut however the hdfte does not have this nut. Does anyone know how to remove the vane pump drive gear in order to pull the pump apart. I...
  8. S

    Seized Distributor Shaft - How to Replace Shaft Bearing?

    Hey all, I've been rebuilding my engine, and while the parts were at the machine shop I started work on the carb and dizzy, rebuilding the carb, and following the 'poor-man's recurve' linked here. After I got the dizzy apart, I noticed the shaft bearing didn't spin smoothly, and was audibly...
  9. kickingtires

    Correct service parts for Warn 6 spline?

    Rebuilding my Warn coarse 6 spline locking hubs and the Warn 7309 service kit orings aren't even the right size 😤 I believe these are Warn 28781 hubs just wondering where I can get the proper parts, since the original oring is shot. Plus I'm missing a .40mm wear shim for the one hub, pretty...
  10. M

    Burning 5L of engine oil in 500km (no smoke) 1985 2H Diesel Troopcarrier - Advice Welcome

    Hi All First post, unfortunately not the question I hopped to be asking but glad all the same to hear all your advice!! We brought our troop just before we went back into lockdown (Melbourne, Australia) and had strict 5km limits on where we could travel to. We have since relocated 200km to the...
  11. A

    4X4Labs Swing Out Rebuild?

    Has anyone else suffered complete bearing failure on their 4X4Labs rear bumper swing out? Discovered my spare tire swing out was super loose after a trip. Eventually accessed the spindle with a lot of hammering and screw driver prying. Turns out the bearing rollers turned completely into sludge...
  12. Dakotan

    SOLD  2f block, flywheel and bell housing from 84 FJ60

    Hi Just pulled a block out and would like to sell asap. Pick up in Glendale, CA Block has worn bearings and needs a rebuild. Comes with oil pump, timing gears, oil pan. Block $60 Flywheel $60 Bellhousing $75
  13. Dakotan

    SOLD  2f block, clutch and bell housing for sale

    Pick up in Glendale, ca. Block needs rebuild. Worn bearings. with oil pan, pump, timing, etc. $70. Just need it out. bellhousing $99, Flywheel $50, clutch and pressure plate in good shape with 3k miles $90(SOLD). and have rear main seal, $40. Email me. Thegreatdakotan@gmail.com. Mark
  14. F

    1986 4Runner Crank Shaft Question (22re)

    Looking for some advice here. doing a full rebuild on a 22re for my 1stgen 4Runner. Machine shop just finished with my crank and informed me the rod bearing needed are +.040” (ouch!) and the crank is +.020”. I’m already over budget and am inclined to run with this crank. Am I taking a massive...
  15. Fred12HT

    12HT Garage Rebuild, yay or nay?!

    Hi all, I'm looking to do a partial rebuild (pistons only) of my 12ht 390k with suspected blow by. After researching the wear and tear of worn pistons and rings and potential damage caused, it seems Alfin insert pistons are the way to make the most impact to durability and may be possible for a...
  16. Fitzydog

    Excessive hub resistance before adding claw washer

    I'm finishing up a rebuild on my front hub, and I'm at the point of adding the thrust/claw washer then the nuts. I tried spinning the brake disc to check how much resistance there is and to spread the bearing grease about, but now I'm concerned about how much there should be after coming this...
  17. A

    SOLD  Keyster carburetor rebuild kit

    Keyster 1980-1984 carb rebuild kit new in box.
  18. 5four3too1

    Couldn’t help it..... Bought it, 1987 FJ60

    Well I just bought the slowest vehicle I’ve ever driven. I’m convinced I bought a tractor and I love the damn thing. I’m determined to keep this iron pig rolling over the mountain tops of Colorado. I bought it from the original owner and it’s still stock. Before I can trust it in the backwoods...
  19. D

    Front Differential Rebuild - Tooth Contact Pattern

    G'Day, I'm currently rebuilding my front differential with new bearings and have now put everything back together for the first time. Quit the effort. I now get why shops usually put this off or charge four digit prices just for the labour... Either way: Backlash and preload are perfectly...
  20. Boomslang86

    Trailer Suspension Rebuild — Teardrop — Heavy Duty / Off-Road

    Mudders — I am rebuilding a trailer suspension for a client. Their tear-drop's original suspension cratered, big-time [see Photos, including an photo of the whole trailer]. It's a relatively simple set-up: an axle, attached to parabolic springs by u-bolts, with shackles to the rear, and...
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