I have never owned nor worked on an “80 series” vehicle, so I will leave it to more knowledgeable others to chime in if they can answer your question.
The “80 series” chassis and suspension are very similar to the “105 series” of which I have had several, although many years ago – HZJ105 with HZ diesel engine (not turbo) and FZJ105 with 1FZ-FE 6-cylinder gasoline (petrol) engine. The “80 series” and “105 series” have some mechanical similarities – including a Rigid Front Suspension (RFS), sometimes called a Solid Front Axle, similar to the Solid Rear axle. This arrangement is completely different to the Independent Front Suspension (IFS) on “100 series” including Toyota LC100 with AHC and all Lexus LX470. For example, the IFS versions have Front torsion bars instead of the springs found on the front of “80 series” and “105 series”.
If an “AHC Delete” is being considered on a “100 series” vehicle with IFS and AHC, then at least the following non-AHC parts will be needed, along with a boxful of associated fittings and bushes:
Front torsion bars,
Front shock absorbers,
Rear coil springs,
Rear shock absorbers
The torsion bars and springs and shock absorbers will need to be much heavier duty than the AHC versions, and at least must be similar to those found on non-AHC “100 series” IFS models. This is because the removal of the AHC system means that a conventional system must now take over that part of the load and duty formerly carried by the AHC system. AHC Rear OEM coil springs are visibly slender. Often they are replaced/upgraded with KING KTRS-79 springs (good for permanent or frequent loads) and/or airbags are added inside the coils (good for occasional or temporary loads). I have done both of these upgrades to ease AHC pressures -- but that may be overkill.
If you are taking springs of any kind from any wreck, you really need to know exactly what they are. There are many different springs available for non-AHC “100 series”, both OEM and after-market. You need know the spring free length (unloaded, when not fitted to the vehicle), and ideally the ‘spring rate’, or alternatively the brand and model of spring, to get an idea of the capability of the spring. These details determine how the vehicle will ride and also the height or permanent ‘lift’ built into the suspension. If the springs of interest are Toyota OEM springs, then a coloured paint mark on the spring may be help identify the specific model and part number of the spring,
As you probably know from observing posts on “100 series” suspension matters on IH8MUD, there are two tribes: (1) those swear
by AHC/TEMS, and, (2) those who swear
at AHC/TEMS.
Search “AHC delete” on IH8MUD to discover a lot of detailed experience and knowledge and opinions on AHC removal.
Personally, the AHC system would have to be absolutely derelict, or neglected and perhaps internally damaged such as with use of incorrect fluid, or riven with rust, and beyond salvation, before I would delete it. Others may have a different view.
I note your post
here on a different thread.
Good Afternoon Indrocruise
Back to the AHC project;
I have been going through all the suggestions and guidance as per your inputs, (sadly i am not to physically mobile) so progress is slow.
One thing i forgot to mention was that i have both inspected and tested all AHC fuses and Relays.And i have inspected the rear AHC height sensor. The rear sensor looked in almost new or perfect condition., however As yet i have not carried out the electric current test on the sensor.
I must also admit l omitted to comment clearly on the following,
Every time l insert key in ignition and go for a basic "start-up" of the vehicle, in this i mean not an "Active-Test" just a standard start up,
So Insert Key, and turn on Ignition, but do not start yet, The AHC combination indicator shows the AHC light on "LO" illuminated, there will be no "OFF" blinking, I then proceed to push the UP button and the indicator light rises up through N to Hi.
If l then stand with my hand on the AHC Motor, and ask a colleague to Start the Vehicle, the Motor give a clunk or a slight thud very soon after the vehicle is started ie within 2-4 seconds, and at the same time as the slight thud is felt, the AHC LIGHT "OFF" illuminated and the "OFF" Blinks every second.
In my opinion this feels like the AHC Motor tries to run but there is a solenoid kick in and blocks the motor from running, or causes immediate pressure build up causing the pressure sensor to kick in or close a solenoid resulting in immediate pressure build up and then the Ahc pump is instructed to close off or stop.
Sadly as yet i have not been able to get the "Active Test" to bear fruit.
I have not yet been able to get the pump to pump in "Active-Test" so therefore no oil or air comes out when i go to bleed the accumulator or any of the 4 spheres.
May i ask,
What is the precise journey of the fluid? ie, from AHC pump to "???" and from "???2" to and from "???3" to ect ect
Does the fluid from the AHC leave the AHC and go to the longish barrel shape Accumulator first, ( on my RHS chassis rail between the rear and front globes) or does it go to the Levelling Manifold before going to the main accumulator?
I ask this because i have though about ( In Active-Test Mode but very cautiously running the motor direct from a 12v supply) following the output pipe from the AHC pump to the next "Joint" and opening the pipe there to see if the AHC will pump fluid through to this point, and if it does, tighten up that pipe and go to the next point where i can open the fluid line and try follow / push the fluid through the system as far as i can.
I fully understand that normally the respective solenoids will prevent this, but is this the case while we are in "Active-Test" mode, my theory is the solenoids might not be active, or perhaps more accurately worded, they might be in an "open" state and might leave the fluid free to flow through the system.
One final question,
Is it crucial to Delete all DTC's (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) before trying any action such as "Active-Test"
Or to re-word that question, If there are still active DTC's do they or could they prevent the "Active-Test" from working.
Please bear with me, i do understand if i study the FSM i should learn these things. However i am still only finding my way through the FSM and i admit i do at times get confused.
Albeit i fully acknowledge trying to follow the FSM but operating via manual testing without a Handheld computer such as Techstream, is a serious handicap.
As yet i have not found or settled my mind on a Handheld device that will operate on my Macbook or Iphone.
i am reluctant to route out any old Mackintosh laptops, i really wish to move on with an ios compliant computer.
Thank you my dear and patient friends;