repairs

Started out with the idea of changing timing belt and pulleys etc. Well it turned in to much more. Seems the evaporator and compressor need to be replaced as well as dropping the tranny for rear main seal. While down there I figured what the hell I ought to replace cv driveshafts and bushings to...

Hey, I am realtively new to the area. (DFW North Metroplex - Roanoke/Grapevine). I recently bought an FJ60 that I am tinkering on in my spare time and have encounterd a repair that is boyond my skill levels (regrettably). It was suggested that there may be some members here that are capable...

Hi all, I’ve got an odd question regarding starting to tackle some projects on my newly purchased 80. I don’t have a garage and live in WA state. Winter is rather chilly. My question is regarding a birfield service, if I chip away at it over a few days and cover the open axle side I am...

Hello all, Long-time lurker and relatively new 60-serries owner here, just introducing myself and vehicles as suggested. I’ve relied heavily on these forums in the past for other projects / trucks, but never engaged much in the community, something I think I’ll need remedy if I’m going to get...

New owner of a 2000 LC100. Living out west in Canada, these are rare to come by. Details. 2000 LC100. 225k miles. Texas rig, imported to Canada in 2008. Really great shape, next to no rust on the body or underneath. No AHC to worry about. No leaks, piles of maintenance records. Lots of...

I'm starting this thread to document my first 80 Series build, and some of the adventures that I'm hoping to see in this rig. How it all started. Over the last couple of years I've attended the Panhandle Overland Rally in Sandpoint Idaho, and since have been looking for a good 80. With new...

I came across a used land cruiser few weeks ago, it had too many issues even to consider a heavily discounted offer, but one area that caught my attention is missing nut bolt and weird wire harness bracket that did not look original for what I think is main ECU harness. I'm wondering what could...

Where are ppl getting above work done in Hampton Roads / VA area? My 94 LC needs some TLC. Thx!

The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for the 2nd generation Tacoma tech section continues to be a work in progress. The goal is to have links in the below to other threads and tech articles. By having these linked, instead of pasting the text, the threads will remain live. The live threads can...

Ok, the rust has slowly gotten worse over the last 5 years…what is the best way to go about dealing with this? Wire wheel is incredibly tedious and i can’t get in the small nooks and cranny’s ….fluid film? Should incapsulate it? Pics are of the worst spots….obviously worse by exhaust. Front end...

I'm located in Charlotte, NC. I've had success with repairs over the years at H&H auto in town, and now my 62 needs a full paint job with some rust removal. Anyone have any suggestions on shops nearby?

As we all know accidents can happen in a blink of an eye and can happen at any moment. We always get asked the million-dollar question “Hey we got into an accident and my Baja Designs light took a hit”. What can I do? Depending on the severity of the accident in most cases, the BD light walks...

Folks 1974 FJ40 - Fuel pump is not working. Things that have been checked and are okay: Spark plugs Coil Points Carb Fuel is not filling up the filter close to fuel pump. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks Minnie

I live in Boise Idaho, and I am getting ready to give my 88' FJ62 w/ 213k miles some tender loving care -front axle rebuild, shocks, brakes -transmission fluid change and a new filter (shifts rough into 2, sometimes takes forever to shift into 3rd) -checking out a leak from the transfer case as...

My list: brake caliper bolt coming loose (absolutely terrifying) passenger side lower coilover bolt coming loose Needless to say torque wrenches are my best friend now.

I though I had seen a list around here that had a list of nuts, bolts, parts and electronic components that are interchangeable. But for the life of me I can't find anything now. I'd like to put a PDF list on my rigs ipad in case I need to make a trail repair in BFE. Does anyone have this...

So, our daughter is at college with the 270,000 1997 Cruiser in Michigan. It will remain there for 4 years because it costs more than an airline flight to drive it 4300 miles round trip for summer break. I did some heavy maintenance before we drove out there with her. memo: Gee, I wonder what...

My 60 is (I believe) all original paint and I have every shred of paperwork going back to the salesman's business card at Penn Toyota on Long Island.... No indication of any body work or paint. The passenger rear quarter panel appears to have an ever so slightly different finish than the rest...

So I am doing some research into the FJ80 for the next family expo rig and come across a few threads that state they require quite a bit of $$ in maintenance and upkeep. ?? Of course I have read the numerous threads that speak to their robust nature and how reliable they are. I guess the real...

Hi all. I'm looking for best guesses here and also hoping someone can suggest a reputable LC shop in the SLC area... This morning in attempting to free my 1999 100 Series from a 1-foot-deep snowy/icy street parking spot, I appear to have 'broken' 4-High. In my first attempt at plowing through...