Anybody into rebuilding carbs?

[raymond2335]

A huge niche for anyone skilled/experienced with Toyota carbs. I know I’m expected to learn for myself but my head is already filled with knowledge No room left.
But seriously, anyone experienced with these could make a killing rebuilding 50 yr old simple carbs. I’d pay $200 in a heartbeat. Just at the point of throwing money at it to get it on the road.

 

[charliemeyer007]

I think people that do good work charge more than $200. I doubt you can get a proper kit for $200 these days.

Then there is shipping both ways and wait time for the work to be done.

When asking for help year model market speeds thing up.

 

[pb4ugo]

There's a couple of folks that specialize in rebuilding stk carbs. $200 might be a down payment. Pinhead has some how to videos if you want to try it yourself.

 

[raymond2335]

There's a couple of folks that specialize in rebuilding stk carbs. $200 might be a down payment. Pinhead has some how to videos if you want to try it yourself.

I got this carburetor in a box with a bunch of other parts on the front seat of a barn find, 78. . It was partially disassembled. I watched pinhead’s video and meticulously went through the processs. The ignition system is roughly timed but it runs like heck. How could you time an engine that won’t idle and how can you determine whether it’s timing or carburetor? I’m not the first person to be in this situation. I’m certain. And yes, I understand $200 is a pipe dream. I think Jim C was charging 350+ shipping but he has gone MIA.

 

[charliemeyer007]

He is off line for the holidays. Call him and leave your number with your question. PM here doesn't work and his website has issues - therefore call (818) 953-9230

 

[pb4ugo]

@65swb45 rebuilds them. It could be an issue with your idle solenoid preventing it from idling.

 

[raymond2335]

I got this carburetor in a box with a bunch of other parts on the front seat of a barn find, 78. . It was partially disassembled. I watched pinhead’s video and meticulously went through the processs. The ignition system is roughly timed but it runs like heck. How could you time an engine that won’t idle and how can you determine whether it’s timing or carburetor? I’m not the first person to be in this situation. I’m certain. And yes, I understand $200 is a pipe dream. I think Jim C was charging 350+ shipping but he has gone MIA.

He is off line for the holidays. Call him and leave your number with your question. PM here doesn't work and his website has issues - therefore call (818) 953-9230

Thanks! I will wait til after the holiday season

 

[FJROSS]

Jim C rebuilt my carb back in October. Money well spent especially when he test runs it on an engine before returning. Did you try to contact him on his TLC Performance website?

 

[65swb45]

He is off line for the holidays. Call him and leave your number with your question. PM here doesn't work and his website has issues - therefore call (818) 953-9230

This is ambiguous, as “He” reads to me as Jim C, but the rest of your post sounds like you’re referring to me, especially the phone number. Yes, I am out until Monday, and yes I am still rebuilding about 3 Landcruiser carbs a week.

As is customary, I turn my answering machine off when I leave town, so it will not be on to take a message until Monday. I will be happy to speak with you then.

And no, I haven’t rebuilt a carb for $200 in this century, not even for the other vendors who use my services. But I do offer post-installation diagnostic and tuning tech with my services that many shops as well as individuals have availed themselves of.

 

[Jdc1]

I got this carburetor in a box with a bunch of other parts on the front seat of a barn find, 78. . It was partially disassembled. I watched pinhead’s video and meticulously went through the processs. The ignition system is roughly timed but it runs like heck. How could you time an engine that won’t idle and how can you determine whether it’s timing or carburetor? I’m not the first person to be in this situation. I’m certain. And yes, I understand $200 is a pipe dream. I think Jim C was charging 350+ shipping but he has gone MIA.

The timing procedure (distributor install) is in the FSM, in my experience it will idle with it timed via this procedure and then the gurus on mud have given a few more hints(Jim C weighs in on my '72 build). OTRAMM has a bunch of carb videos on YouTube: "lean drop method". Jim is definitely not MIA but might be taking some time away from the circus for the holidays.

 

[Jdc1]

And no, I haven’t rebuilt a carb for $200 in this century, not even for the other vendors who use my services. But I do offer post-installation diagnostic and tuning tech with my services that many shops as well as individuals have availed themselves of.

And this is why keeping things within the MUD realm is all important, especially as we are about to have to get creative when it comes to 40 parts....

 

[devo]

Now is this a “i don’t want to do it” or a “ I’m afraid this is over my head” thing that you are having regarding rebuilding your carb? It’s not that hard really!
Follow your FSM, listen to OTRAMM and search threads on MUD and you will get beyond the basics.

If you need a carb kit, get the # off the top and call these guys Santa Clara Auto Repair Services | All Makes & Models | Ace Automotive - https://search.app/m31bx6Sc5gDs1NwP7
Or
Order the Hygrade 791B

 

[Pighead]

I know I’m expected to learn

Yes. Yes you are. 'Mud is better at teaching you how to fix your rig, not telling you where to have someone else fix it. It's just a carb, you can out-think it. For 200 bucks you can buy a couple of rebuild kits, a nice set of JIS screwdrivers and a gallon of carb dip. Like most things on a Landcruiser: you take it apart, clean it up and assembly is the reverse of taking it apart. You got books with pictures, moving pictures on the interwebs and 'Mud on standby if you have a specific problem question. It's been done before and there are no mysteries in it. Knowing the inner workings of your carb helps with the tuning issues that will come later.

 

[charliemeyer007]

I bought an Amoron heated ultrasonic cleaner and a gallon of carb juice from Wallmut for way less than $200.

Carb work isn't for everybody IMHO. Lots of little tiny parts that are easy to damage - they don't have to break just bend some and then things might not work.

Attention to detail helps, not reaching for the bigger hammer first. Correct tools, good lighting, vision aids help - look at books and vids. Go to the wrecking or yard sale get some old carbs cheap or free. Take them apart see how it goes

 

[Ultrarunner]

Hi,
I was wondering what rebuild kits are the highest quality. I saw in previous thread that there are a few kits that are better and sold by community members but I don't know how to find these kits.

 

[Pighead]

Hi,
I was wondering what rebuild kits are the highest quality. I saw in previous thread that there are a few kits that are better and sold by community members but I don't know how to find these kits.

The highest quality carb rebuild kits are the ones you could buy 40 years ago, they came with more stuff in them. These days I make do with the Keyster kits I get from Cruiser Outfitters. I buy more than one because they're not gonna get any cheaper or easier to find

 

[devo]

I found that the Keyster kits were not as complete as the Hygrade.

Does the Keyster kit come with a new bowl float?

 

[Pighead]

Does the Keyster kit come with a new bowl float?

No.

 

[fjwagon]

Carbs are probably one of the hardest to work on. They are not impossible to work on...it takes a lot more patience and finess than we're used to. Using tweezers, dental tools etc. helps. I perfer laying a big white towel and across a table. It works for me but it's not for everyone. But if you are willing to do your homework you may get it right the first time. However, like I said if you willing to do your homework and research this site there is enough teaching material to help you get started and in some cases it will point you to another site.
Getting stuck on a carb problem that someone else induced and no matter how much detail you put into it or notes you take or pics you take, if it's wrong and you reassemble it the same way because you found it that way its still wrong...and worse you not going know cause you don't have enough experience. And there in lies the problem. So take your chances and then you turn around hire one of the gurus on this site which by the way we are lucky to have. I' ll be happy to pay them but I have problem doing it cause I really like learning that I get myself in a rut but you evantually learn.....so pick your medicine wisely.

 

[Ultrarunner]

I was wondering if any one can help me identify this Carb. I compared it to pictures on SOR and it looks like it is the "8/76-977" ? I don't know if I need more information like a part# or if I need the stamp to be certain before ordering a rebuild kit. I

I do agree that sending this out to be rebuilt is the right decision if I want it to run correctly and would save me time. The reason I choose to own a FJ40 is because it gives me the chance to learn and build a relationship with the things I touch and to spend time with my son. So I will give it a go and enjoy the process and if in the end I need help I will send it out and will only be out some money.