Can anyone help me identify this.. and maybe a part number too?

[eLX470]

Hey guys back for yet another adventure in my 1998 LX470 that I bought on a whim here in Georgia, for a mere sum of $1800. As you could have guessed it, the car came with some issues, and the seller was not very upfront about them from the getgo. Though he may have thought he was slick with covering up the issues, thankfully he wasn't bright enough to realize that all-in-all they aren't TOO Bad.. but are a pain in my rear end to deal with.

I am in the process of replacing my CV Axles with OEM Toyota parts and the whole kit and kaboodle around cone washers, flanges, gaskets, oil seals.. you name it, full package. I was under there pounding away to loosen what was left of the ORIGINAL CV axle, of which traveled 376k miles without as so much as a hitch. I even did a trip from Atlanta to Miami ROUNDTRIP of nonstop driving and Cuban food binging ( relax, my seats are just as torn as yours, I'll reskin em' and not eat in the new ones) adding over 1k miles on her all while foolishly pushing my luck on those trusty yet delicate CV axles. I knew that boot was more torn than most cheerleader outfits but man was I not expecting the drive that scared the bejeezus out of me. I had recently found a solid deal on a Global knife set ( for those of you who cook you know what's good) and arranged to meet the seller in a suburban shopping center. I ended up running a bit behind and so gave my driving a more "spirited" touch shall we say, and tried to beat the clock. I was probably going 70-76 mph continuously and I made it as so far as off of the highway ( mind you after 15 miles) and sure enough as I start braking in the corner the passenger side wheel locks up and does not let go. the CV was completely busted, along with the brake caliper freezing onto the wheel. Super scary experience, and taught me a lesson not to avoid it. SO, here we are .

And of course, since I gave you all this context... the moment we have been waiting for:

What is this line that is rusting to pieces here? Does anyone have the part number? I might as well replace it since I am so deep into the money pit, but man oh' man I hope it isnt difficult to do.

All help appreciated folks... and thanks for reading all of this craziness. Phew.

 

[nukegoat]

I like how you tell stories. And the PO scabbed on some metal for sure. Not factory welds there

 

[2001LC]

It may be your power steering return or HP line, trace it!

 

[900exdriver]

Great story. I’m glad I’m not the only one that bought into a high mileage money pit! I’ve got a ‘99 thats been stealing from my bank account. There’s a good group here in the ATL. If you ever need a hand definitely don’t hesitate to reach out.

 

[TheForger]

I agree with @2001LC that looks like one of the power steering lines but you need to trace it to confirm before proceeding. The bracket that's just hanging there in the first & second pics appears to be the bracket I boxed in red:

If that is in fact the power steering line I see you having two options:

1) Replace the lines with OEM. Unfortunately, neither Toyota nor Lexus sells the single lines (at least not to my knowledge) so you have to buy them both as a set and they are very pricey. They are pn#44410-60510 and originally go for around ~$580 but can be found on other sites somewhere in the $400 range.

or...

2) Remove them both and take them to your local hydraulic or machine shop to have a new set custom made for you. This will be a much cheaper and easier route, and since you are supplying your old lines it wouldn't be hard at all for a good reputable shop to duplicate them. This would require more downtime for your truck while the lines are off and you're waiting on the new set to be made.

 

[eLX470]

Great story. I’m glad I’m not the only one that bought into a high mileage money pit! I’ve got a ‘99 thats been stealing from my bank account. There’s a good group here in the ATL. If you ever need a hand definitely don’t hesitate to reach out.

haha, glad you enjoyed it! Happy to hear that there is a good community here, I've been shamefully leaving notes on 100 series windshields in hopes of finding some friends. I must have scared plenty of soccer moms. On a more serious note - I'll send you a PM, I am in the midtown area but always looking to help out and connect with others that are in our shoes with these trucks. Thanks!

 

[900exdriver]

haha, glad you enjoyed it! Happy to hear that there is a good community here, I've been shamefully leaving notes on 100 series windshields in hopes of finding some friends. I must have scared plenty of soccer moms. On a more serious note - I'll send you a PM, I am in the midtown area but always looking to help out and connect with others that are in our shoes with these trucks. Thanks!

Awesome. I’m in Kirkwood so I’m “right” down the street. Every once in a while I’ll see a lifted LC in the area. Maybe we can do a crawl in the Whole Foods/Home Depot parking lot haha.

 

[eLX470]

I agree with @2001LC that looks like one of the power steering lines but you need to trace it to confirm before proceeding. The bracket that's just hanging there in the first & second pics appears to be the bracket I boxed in red:

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If that is, in fact, the power steering line I see you having two options:

1) Replace the lines with OEM. Unfortunately, neither Toyota nor Lexus sells the single lines (at least not to my knowledge) so you have to buy them both as a set and they are very pricey. They are pn#44410-60510 and originally go for around ~$580 but can be found on other sites somewhere in the $400 range.

or...

2) Remove them both and take them to your local hydraulic or machine shop to have a new set custom made for you. This will be a much cheaper and easier route, and since you are supplying your old lines it wouldn't be hard at all for a good reputable shop to duplicate them. This would require more downtime for your truck while the lines are off and you're waiting on the new set to be made.

Thank you first and foremost for the thoughtful and extremely helpful post; I am going to trace this after I get home from work today and will post an update for everyone watching this forum.

I didn't realize that the lines would be that expensive, but I love your suggestion to take it to a local shop and get it done; definitely may take some more time but at this point, as long as I don't have to shell out $500 the truck can sit in suspended animation a little longer.

Maybe a dumb question, but would I be looking for a hydraulic hose and fitting shop, or is there a type of local business that does this and other things? ( just to clarify, not a super slow guy, but haven't had anything custom made as I never belonged to that level of mechanical competence) . Thanks!

 

[eLX470]

Awesome. I’m in Kirkwood so I’m “right” down the street. Every once in a while I’ll see a lifted LC in the area. Maybe we can do a crawl in the Whole Foods/Home Depot parking lot haha.

ABSOLUTELY, haha. Honestly, with the condition of some of the streets ( which blows my mind, since there are more potholes and metal plates than Flint Michigan) we might as well be wheeling in East Atlanta. I know I do some rock crawling on Memorial on a daily basis. Looking forward to linking up soon.

 

[JT4runner]

Hey man first off great story! I second 900exdriver's comment about a great 100 series community here. I purchased a 98 LX about 3 months ago and have already made a few great friends. If you need help just let us know. A few of us would be willing to lend a helping hand. Also there is a Georgia Cruisers local group under the Clubhouses tab. I know they have meets the first Tuesday of each month. I have yet to go to one but hoping to join them for the December meet.

 

[TheForger]

Thank you first and foremost for the thoughtful and extremely helpful post; I am going to trace this after I get home from work today and will post an update for everyone watching this forum.

I didn't realize that the lines would be that expensive, but I love your suggestion to take it to a local shop and get it done; definitely may take some more time but at this point, as long as I don't have to shell out $500 the truck can sit in suspended animation a little longer.

Maybe a dumb question, but would I be looking for a hydraulic hose and fitting shop, or is there a type of local business that does this and other things? ( just to clarify, not a super slow guy, but haven't had anything custom made as I never belonged to that level of mechanical competence) . Thanks!

Just about any shop that does hydraulic work will be able to help you so long as you bring them your old lines. Just tell them to duplicate them exactly and to use the same (but new) fittings. Those lines are a combination of both hard and soft lines so make sure they duplicate the hose types as well. I found a couple reputable places near Atlanta that mention hydraulic line repair, they appear to be only about 20-30min south of where you are: A-1 Hydraulics off GA-85 near Riverdale, and Hydraulic Supply Company on Forest Pkwy near Woodland Park. No doubt getting a new set custom made will be muuuuuch cheaper than buying OEM. Hope this helps!

 

[2001LC]

I don't see it wet from ATF (power steering fluid). I'd start by cleaning and watching first to see what you've got going on.

We've been seeing aftermarket for the HP line, google and you'll see some. I can't speak to quality but they are a little less $ than having new hose pressure fitting on.

I've had new hose pressure fitted on 06. They did in ~2 hours while I took a long lunch break with my son. Cost ($135) with lunch & mileage round trip was ~$160. The 06 is a little different then 08-02 models hoses, but I like using the newer (03-07) gasket/washers on 98-07 when replacing HP line.
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