Thanks djermie.
FWIW, Mr. T's Wheel bearing schedule is to repack every 30K mile. The Axle bushing and bearing are in the back of the spindle (often overlooked), and the axle goes through them. These were the bushing I was asking about. The U-joints & propeller shafts slip yokes require lubing at 6 point, which is generally done at each oil change. Coolant flush (change) is every 20K miles or years, and I agree don't use chemical flush. This is normal driving, not severe.
These are just some of the items recommended in the Toyota Maintenance Schedule at regular intervals.
It seem there're four types of owners:
- Over maintainers; Does every scheduled item on time or sooner, cleans undercarriage, rust prevent and generally keeps showroom fresh.
- Maintainers; Follow schedule, but not to the T. Doesn't often clean the undercarriage (except drive through car wash) or do much of any rust prevention.
- Under maintainers; Doesn't follow Mr. T's schedule, or doesn't know of it. Change oil somewhat regular, and other fluid occasionally. Fix stuff only as it breaks, not preventive. Uses general mechanic most of time, rarely a Toyota specialist.
- Neglectors; Add oil when low, and fix stuff if must, using what ever low cost parts around.
I'm not trying to pick on you. I just find a high millage 100, that has history by one owner a rare opportunity to look into the just how tuff these beast are. I've seen a few on mud with about this or more miles on clock, one was reported with over 500K, but none with history.
We see question more and more often from buyers "should I buy with so many miles" I say don't worry about miles, be concerned with rust and accident. Your rig is living proof of this. Many say; only buy if rig has grade A maintenance records. I would agree for those that don't turn a wrench.
I'm restoring a under maintained 01 right now. So far I'm happy with they way it's going. Hope I can say the same when I'm done.
Which of the four types of owners do you consider yourself?
