recommendations

Good Morning, I live in Ocean Isle Beach (mainland) and we have a 1977 FJ40. Have posted on the 40 tech side under Bryce112 (we have Lil Red). Would anyone have a recommendation for a machine / head shop that can R&R the head that somewhere this side of North Carolina / South Carolina? Would...

Anyone have any recommendations for lake lure things to do? We will be headed up with the family in a couple weeks and want to enjoy it the best we can. TIA!

Daughter who is going to school in Hawaii got paddle board for her birthday. She drives 1996 4 runner and needs economical roof rack to haul the paddle board. I’m familiar with Thule but was curious about any other reputable brands which may be little more economical? Thanks

On-road and off, looking for recommendations for protective films for both paint and glass. Interested in preventing smash and grabs and impacts on windows, rock chips and flying debris and UV on windshield, door dings, pinstripes off road, additional sound deadening and general protection...

I’m looking for a shop that is reputable in north county. I’ve got a 8-72’ FJ40 block I’m trying to restore. Currently stuck with the flat head screws staked into the timing plate. Would love to take it to a shop and have them replaced along with other clean up processes while I have the block...

Hi all, While I’m looking to get a house and get all my tools here, I need recommendations for a shop or a fellow cruiser head who can help near Raeford NC to remove and replace tierod ends and steering stabilizer for a 70 series. I already have an old man emu steering stabilizer I’d like to...

Hey, getting ready to place a substantial order fir my 76' FJ40 build and was looking for vendor recommendations and hopefully a good deal to be had. I am looking to purchase a Tremec TR4050, an Atlas 2sp, Method Racing wheels and Nitto, BFG or Micky Thompson tires. Any suggestions? I can get...

Anyone have any? I've purchased torsion bars, shocks and springs to complete the AHC to LC conversion, but I'm not comfortable doing it myself. I've checked with several auto shops in the Medford area- they won't touch it- probably because the lawyers told them not to... I get it, but still...

I have been wanting to do an engine flush, for my 80 for quite some time, yet I have heard and read many reviews, basically that it might ruin the seals or any rubber and plastic components on older engines? Your recommendations and feedback is highly appreciated. Do you recommend using...

Hello everyone, this is my first post sorry if its lacking info but i just picked up a 470 and looking for recommendations for a 3 inch lift that wont break the bank as this would just be an entry level setup. I came across OME being one of the more “reliable” options but im not sure how much of...

So my boy and I bought a 1977 FJ40. Any recommendations for a shipper / hauler from Sag Harbor, NY to Ocean Isle Beach, NC? Or does anyone here wanna make the run? Thanx in advance. This was the same FJ that we were looking to get shipped from Barnstable, Mass to Ocean Isle Beach, NC (we didn't...

23 TRD Pro tundra. wanting to get some rock sliders any suggestions?

Wife had a trip and needed the compressor but did not take the portable so trying to figure out a relatively simple on board set up. Ideally that could be used if I ever do a rear locker down the road. Mainly thinking the slew arb single but can’t see wiring instructions on their site. Any input...

i am looking to update my daily driver to a 2018 or newer Sequoia. I am coming from a 2013 LX, is there any difference from 2018-2022 Sequoia that I should know about? Every truck is between 33,000 and 45,000 miles…..

Top o' the morning everyone, I am in the market for a 2in-2.5in lift for my 'new to me' 06 gx470. Which will be used mainly as daily commuter and a camping trip maybe once every 2 months. Currently sitting on the stock bags but they are very stiff in the rear and are having issues, so they...

Hey all, per title just one more of the many threads seeking advice or recommendations on purchases. I’d really like input from the community on what would be my best buy for the money/application. Currently my family’s lifestyle doesn’t include any camping or off road expeditions but as my...

I live in the Atlanta area and have been searching persistently for 5 months for either an 06-08 LX or 06-12 GX. They certainly aren’t easy to come by.. I am so thrilled to have found a super clean 2011 GX460 Premium with low miles! Here she is: I have ordered Weathertech floor liners and...

Hi Guys, Pretty new to ih8mud but I’m impressed by the community! I picked up a 1991 FJ80 earlier this year and have been working with my mechanic to solve a starting issue it’s been having. Basically, sometimes the truck will crank and crank but not start. I haven’t been able to exactly...

Wondering if anyone has a recommendation on who to use for windshield replacement on a 2000 LC. Saw @scwill is looking in Texas and wondering about AZ. I'm in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area and willing to travel within the valley to have it done right.

Hey Mudders, I've got a problem. The universal joint on my 80 is cracked, and I need a shop to replace and balance it. I usually take my money to ACC, but with them usually being booked for months out and a little farther away I wanted to reach out to the locals and see if y'all had any...