wileycoyote
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I just bought my first 1989 fj62 Land Cruiser that has 140,xxx miles on it. It seems to run fine and the guy I bought it off of said he had the transmission rebuilt ($1400) and brakes done. Thats it. The vehicle looks great and drives fine. I bought it for $5300. I seem to be averaging 11 mpg. Here is where I need your help. I am driving to MT from KY on June 3rd. Before I leave what should I do to cover my basis. I am not a mechanic only a guy that has a few tools, alot of free time, and a computer. I know I am going to change the spark plugs, wires, possibly cap and rotor. Time it. Should I take off the cat? smog? etc........ Any help or details that you can provide me with would be greatly appreciative. Any certain brand of something that I should or shouldn't buy when it comes to parts? In case you are wondering I am only driving this thing across the country because of a bet from my buddy or I would take my 08 cruiser. I have faith in my new 62. I just don't want to be caught off guard. Thanks in advance for any help/advice.
I just bought my first 1989 fj62 Land Cruiser that has 140,xxx miles on it. It seems to run fine and the guy I bought it off of said he had the transmission rebuilt ($1400) and brakes done. Thats it. The vehicle looks great and drives fine. I bought it for $5300. I seem to be averaging 11 mpg. Here is where I need your help. I am driving to MT from KY on June 3rd. Before I leave what should I do to cover my basis. I am not a mechanic only a guy that has a few tools, alot of free time, and a computer. I know I am going to change the spark plugs, wires, possibly cap and rotor. Time it. Should I take off the cat? smog? etc........ Any help or details that you can provide me with would be greatly appreciative. Any certain brand of something that I should or shouldn't buy when it comes to parts? In case you are wondering I am only driving this thing across the country because of a bet from my buddy or I would take my 08 cruiser. I have faith in my new 62. I just don't want to be caught off guard. Thanks in advance for any help/advice.