vehicle tech

I'm getting ready to start desmogging my 60. I'm planning on the kit from man a fre. On their website they state that it would be better to go with a weber carb, hei distributor, and headers. I would prefer to keep everything Toyota and keep the OEM manifold. I understand that I would need to...

I recently ordered a RigD Rambleswing to use with our 4 bike 1up rack, and I wanted to post my initial observations for anyone considering one, or looking for what seems to be the most rigid swing away available that will fit on the 200 series. There are a few negatives that you'll have to...

So at the end of December I went to my local tire shop to get some new tires, they had a promo on Cooper tires, buy 3 get one free and a free alignment. I decided to try the Discoverer AT3 XLT's. I wanted 295/75/16's but they were not in stock anywhere close and wouldn't arrive in time for a...

I have been through AHC service several years ago, and have been putting it off doing it again for quite some time, but some problems have forced my hand. It started with the rear end rising higher than I have ever seen it rise when I would start the car. It would settle into its proper level...

I have a 09 200 Series that has been solid until recently. I assumed it was a transmission problem as it was not shifting but the entire dash went nuts. The transmission checked out fine. When he ran some tests it went off like a slot machine otherwise. All at once several failures. The screen...

hey all. long time lurker here. first off tyty to all who post here. the knowledge on these boards is incredible. my question is i have a 98 lc w 293k and recently had a local shop do some work on cv axles. they notice a weeping rear transfer case and attempted to replace seals. they also...

I have my rack and pinion done by a cheap mechanic because I didn’t want to spend too much. They installed it without centering it and also broke my clock spring :-( now do I need to have somebody take out the rack in order to correct the steering wheel or am I able to correct the steering...

Hi ! Thank you for having me in this forum. I've already picked up some good tips and recs for my 06LX470 (211k young, black and his name is Tim). I'm here in Orange County Ca and I'm hoping there's a local 100-series truckers group that meet here. My goal is to retire in 3 years and travel to...

So I have read the epic amount of info on the AHC and its problems, but this is a fairly rare one, I think. 2003 LX470. I have the flashing OFF light, but the AHC, and the on/off button still work fine. It’s strange, I start the engine, the OFF light starts flashing, but if you hit H or L from N...

Hey! I've owned 5 Land Cruisers over the years and decided it's time for a truck. I've been watching the '02 to '06 Tundras for over a year now, waiting for the right truck/mileage/price combo to come along. I'm not sure this was it, but I jumped on it and now it's mine. -2003 SR5 TRD 4.7L...

My bone stock 73 FJ40 runs/drives great. It has a Fairey OD that was installed at the dealership when purchased and it makes highway speed very comfortable. The original F155 has great compression on all cylinders, excellent oil pressure and runs smooth. I had Mark rebuild the factory 1973...

I put on my Mountain Hatch a while back as I do w/ all of my trucks. It's amazing, if you don't know what it is, check it out. Very useful. However, on the 100 series it hangs up when closing the tail gate and you need two hands to close it. Also, it's sharp AF and hurts when you crawl into the...

Have sourced a 1984 60 series intake,, carb and air cleaner to take my 82 NA 40 series back to stock. Not so sure that this air cleaner is going to fit or not (or if I am missing a bracket). Search results haven’t helped so far. Trying to figure out how this side bracket mounts to the side of...

So I have found a 1994 green triple locked truck. Check engine light is on, didn’t get a code. Speedo isn’t working. Underside is what. I really want advice on. Axles and frame have been painted. Seem solid. biggest issue is when I engage the lockers the dash light just keeps blinking. They...

Good day, I bought a power steering kit for my BJ42, I think its came from LJ70, and I have to install it foreword the front shock absorber bracket, but to do it I have to modify the battery tray, the radiator frame and the shock absorber bracket (by grinding the inner part in order to...

This is resisting repair. 71 means, "30 seconds from start of EGR operation, EGR gas temp. is less than 100* C (212* F) with coolant temp less than 60*C (140* F) or more, 2nd trip detection logic" I have replaced the various VSV valves, the EGR temp sensor, and the old associated tubing. I...

Hello all! This is my first time posting so let me know if I'm forgetting something. I have a gas '93 LC with 215,000 miles that blew a head gasket. When I pulled the head I found a tiny bit of scoring on the #6 cylinder. That coupled with leaking rear and front main seals convinced me to pull...

07 6mt I've had about a year now. The previous owner had the clutch replaced but I'm not sure his shop did a great job. I have started getting what sounds like a throw out bearing squeal. It started out as when out of gear with clutch disengaged you would hear a light squeal. Since I have...

Hey guys Are these strips on the roof only glued or do they also have clips? Any tips on how to remove them the best way? Some of the tape is delaminating, so I want to make sure it‘s water proof…

Afternoon all, I'm in the process of putting new tires on my beloved 62 (below in the driveway). I'm using rims from FJ.co and going for a look like the second picture (parked in the grass). I'm aware that this look - hubcaps - is not time-period original but let's stay calm. It's just a look...