*HELP* Stranded in Memphis, TN with HDJ81 blown radiator.

[Turbobrick211]

We are moving from Seattle area to Huntsville, Alabama pulling a 6x12 cargo trailer. The AC belt came apart and punctured the radiator at the top and the bottom. Tried folding the tubes and some jb weld, but I didn't let it cure long enough, and it came out. Anybody have a radiator that would fit this truck? I can't find a tow shop that will tow both the truck and the trailer for less than $1800.

Does anyone know, will a stock fzj80 radiator fit the hdj81 diesel?

Thanks.

 

[67azcruizr]

what year?
auto tranny?

part numbers are completely different, probably different inlet/outlets but maybe a shop could make it work with aftermarket hoses.

I personally would not mess around with my cooling system towing, especially during summer

let me know above info, you might be able to obtain one stateside. might need to stay where you are for a bit though

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

Call Mosely Motors in Memphis. Cruiser shop.

 

[ceylonfj40nut]

@FJ60Cam

 

[Turbobrick211]

what year?
auto tranny?

part numbers are completely different, probably different inlet/outlets but maybe a shop could make it work with aftermarket hoses.

I personally would not mess around with my cooling system towing, especially during summer

let me know above info, you might be able to obtain one stateside. might need to stay where you are for a bit though

1992 auto. I have bypassed the factory trans cooler however, and installed an larger aftermarket cooler. So I could use a manual trans radiator. I agree, I don't like the idea of jb weld at all. I ordered a new rad for it, but won't be here for a week. And we are almost to Alabama. Only 200 miles to go.

 

[Turbobrick211]

Call Mosely Motors in Memphis. Cruiser shop.

Looks like they are closed on weekends. I gotta get to Huntsville, I start work at my new job on Monday

 

[OGBeno]

Get a radiator for a 1991/1992 FJ80.

It will be a direct fit but the hose inlet and outlet will be slightly askew. But it will get you home.

You might have to call every auto parts store in Memphis to find one.

When you do get to where you are going, get a factory 16400-17020.

Good luck.

 

[Turbobrick211]

Get a radiator for a 1991/1992 FJ80.

It will be a direct fit but the hose inlet and outlet will be slightly askew. But it will get you home.

You might have to call every auto parts store in Memphis to find one.

When you do get to where you are going, get a factory 16400-17020.

Good luck.

Thank you. I'll be making several phone calls in the morning. I appreciate it!! And if any of you here in Memphis have one they don't need, I'll take it.

 

[Kernal]

Looks like Mosley Motors in Memphis is on Vacation.

Contact — MOSLEY MOTORS

www.mosleymotors.com

Can you pull the radiator and patch with solder (of course you'd need the tools, soldering iron, solder, etc).

Some areas in Memphis have very high crime rates, are you in a safe location?

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[peneumbra2]

Well, you COULD just forget about the new job and stay in Memphis --- I hear that the company that has the hot dog cart concession on Beale St. is looking for vendors.
Just an idea, if nothing else works out.

"Oh, Momma, can this really be the end
To be stuck inside of Mobile
With the Memphis blues again"

-- Bob Dylan

 

[Turbobrick211]

Looks like Mosley Motors in Memphis is on Vacation.

Contact — MOSLEY MOTORS

www.mosleymotors.com

Can you pull the radiator and patch with solder (of course you'd need the tools, soldering iron, solder, etc).

Some areas in Memphis have very high crime rates, are you in a safe location?

Memphis, TN Crime Rates and Statistics - NeighborhoodScout

Most accurate 2021 crime rates for Memphis, TN. Your chance of being a victim of violent crime in Memphis is 1 in 38 and property crime is 1 in 12. Compare Memphis crime data to other cities, states, and neighborhoods in the U.S. on NeighborhoodScout.

www.neighborhoodscout.com

Thanks for the heads up. We are definitely not in the nicer part of Memphis. The rad is aluminum. So no soldering on this one. A tig torch would do the trick, but mine is on a moving truck somewhere. I'm really hoping that letting the jb weld set overnight will work and get me home.

 

[Godwin]

This is the Cruiser Club in Huntsville AL- Hot South Cruisers - https://forum.ih8mud.com/forums/al-hot-south-cruisers.321/ Post up here and maybe there will be someone close enough to help out.

 

[Turbobrick211]

This is the Cruiser Club in Huntsville AL- Hot South Cruisers - https://forum.ih8mud.com/forums/al-hot-south-cruisers.321/ Post up here and maybe there will be someone close enough to help out.

Thanks!!

 

[KYLXFJ]

Rent a truck to tow the trailer and belongings then come back with a usual car trailer for the 80? If you are that close. May be cheaper than two radiators

 

[WarDamnEagle]

Rent a truck to tow the trailer and belongings then come back with a usual car trailer for the 80? If you are that close. May be cheaper than two radiators

This.

 

[SxyLxy]

Sent you a message @Turbobrick211

 

[KYLXFJ]

I meant to say uhaul car trailer* damn phone LOL.

 

[Funner]

Make sure the radiator is clean before jb welding, probably would use brake parts cleaner. Likely not going to adhere to coolant contaminated aluminum.