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  1. Citrus40

    Wanted  Beverly Hills Florida

    Need a f 2f Exhaust manifold. My performance manifold has a hole in number four pipe I'm sure with others to follow.
  2. Inmux

    FJ62 Upholstery repair shop

    i just picked up a 1989 62 series after years of wanting one. it has the typical rip in the drivers seat cushion and could use some new foam. Has anyone worked with a shop around KC and had good results? Thanks
  3. Malleus

    New resource: LX470 collision repair manual

    For your reading pleasure and repair enjoyment, the following is now available for free download in the Resources section: 1998-2007 LX470 Collision repair manual (CR02X) 119 ppg, includes General repair instructions Vehicle lift & support locations Locations of plastic body parts Fit standards...
  4. pkwon5

    Chicago or northern suburbs mechanic shop recommendations for suspension repair.

    Hello all, I have a 2003 Lx 470 which has developed a really bad bounce going over bumps and uneven payment. If anyone else has suggestions on what might be wrong that would be great as well. I suspect it is bad globes so I purchased them to repair my self with the fluid. However, I tore my...
  5. G

    Welding practice

    My red FJ80 has some rust and I have been working diligently on repairing. There are a few spots around the wheels and rockers. I have tried several shops asking for a weld and repair. They all turn me away, saying that it is too big of a vehicle and they make more money with smaller...
  6. 5kFJ

    DIY Head Gasket Questions

    Hey guys. I'm new here. I have a 2007 FJ with 240k miles on it that needs a new head gasket. Exhaust was leaking into cooling system. I'm in the process of tearing it down to see what's wrong with it. I'm very close to having the heads off the block and I have a few questions about this specific...
  7. O

    For Sale  Oklahoma. 2015 LX570 accident damaged. 170,000 miles. $15,000

    This listing is probably only suitable for someone who can do major bodywork. It was hit while parked on the street by someone go in approximately 30 miles an hour, and damage was done to the bumper, left quarter panel, floor pan, and rear body panel. I had originally intended to take it to a...
  8. ZayaR

    Fabrication Shop Help

    Hello, I am hoping someone in the Colorado, Denver/ Front Range area, may know of anyone taking on fabrication work? I have taken my FJ62 to CTS up in Conifer in the past, they are great, but they aren't doing fabrication work. I seem to be hitting this roadblock everywhere I try. I have...
  9. Beehanger

    Gash in crank pulley repairable?

    Hi all, Head mechanic at my shop said I need to get a new pulley because of a some threading getting chewed up. Here’s some photos. Good pulleys go for $400 and really can’t afford it as I’m in the middle of putting a rebuilt engine together and back in. Is this fixable or usable as is for a while?
  10. M

    Extremely high repair bill on 99 LX470. Does this look reasonable at all?

    Brought my 1999 LX470 into the dealership for what I thought would be minor to moderate repairs. I had moderate shake in the engine when stopped, some overheating issues when climbing high elevation, and clunky steering. The bill ended up being $9000 for a multitude of issues. I brought it in...
  11. F

    100 series picked a fight with a tree

    Hey guys, first post here (I’ve been looking through threads for yrs slowly building up the rig) As the title states, 2000 LC picked a fight with a tree and lost, so I could use a little help on diagnosing which parts I’ll need for repair, if any members might have some of those parts, and...
  12. JimFromAZ

    Lighting for night repair

    Hi All, What lighting do you use for the unfortunate nighttime repair? I have a pocket flashlight, LED headlamp and small magnetic LED work lights. Do carry or use anything different like a large portable flood light on a stand or a battery powered LED strip or something else? If you really want...
  13. A

    Purchasing an FJ60, how much rust is too much?

    Hello everyone, I’m new here as I’m still in the market for a 60s series. I’m looking to hopefully be guided in the right direction. At the moment I’m looking at this one for 8 grand. There is extensive rust Obviously as in the pictures shown however I noticed you can buy entire parts of the...
  14. ExpeditionMan

    Front Air Vent Trim Replacement?

    Has anyone replaced the trim surrounding a front air vent before? Can the trim be ordered separately or is the vent and the trim joined permanently (see image)? The part number I'm able to track down looks like the right part in one diagram (i.e. includes the trim), however in another view it's...
  15. D

    1984 FJ-60 FIX IT or SELL IT???

    So I got a sweet 84 Fj-60 last Summer. Instantly fell in love and she drove great for a year with very minor problems. When I got her she was leaking a decent bit a oil though and she's only got worse. On a really hot day this summer started smoking and died on my way home. Started up fine once...
  16. gunrule

    Hilux  1987 Toyota pickup 4wd shifter wont work truck wont move

    I just picked up my Toyota 1987 extended cab SR5 22r last month and drove it from Arizona to Kentucky. I took it out hill climbing and mudding for about 5hours. Was in 4wd and 3rd gear going fast over some mud and the engines rpm was going up without me pushing on the gas and in neutral so I...
  17. Scarface40

    Rear Door Inner Handle Repair

    I recently acquired a 1978 BJ40 with a hundred minor issues. I’ve been sorting them out slowly. The inner handle of the right rear door was broken. You can’t buy the handle separately from the complete latch assembly. So I bought some epoxy clay for about $4 and fixed it. Now it just needs some...
  18. BuckEm

    GX470 Stalled while driving, Now cranks no start.

    Greetings all! Had a little trouble with the GX today. Engine stalled on the freeway on the way home, got it pulled over and now... Crank no start. Pulled up Torque Pro, had a code for Crankshaft position sensor circuit A. I think... Haha. Stupid me, I thought I snapped a screen...
  19. jamesurq

    Brand New Product - April 1st release. Rust Hole Magnets!

    Introducing rust Magnets, the best way to protect your ride from the casual thief. These easily removable Magnets will make that that opportunistic car thief reconsider your rust bucket behind the fence. Take them off for cars and coffee; slap them on when you head downtown to avoid carjackers...
  20. charlieblues

    Just Inherited a Land Cruiser - Repairs and Body Work Needed

    Let's just say I am a noob times a million. I've just inherited a Land Cruiser that was sadly very neglected in a driveway outside for years, but still running okay despite all odds. I have dreams of making this a daily driver as I am without a car now. I've received a quote for the repairs, and...
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