Ok...I've searched probably a hundred threads but am still relatively confused about the identifiers and types of power steering gear boxes, which one I have, and how to rebuild the seals.
I have a 1982 Fj45 pickup truck from venezuela, with what I believe is stock power steering gear box and pump (I thought all of these trucks came with it from factory). It was my understanding that all of the FJ45s have what is called a "mini truck" p/s gear box that was used from 1979ish to 1984 ish on FJs and 4runners. Am I wrong in my identification? I've watched youtube videos of conversions from FJ40s with no p/s to FJ40s with "mini truck" p/s and it looks like what is on mine...but maybe I am wrong.
I ordered the p/s gear seal kit from Cruiser Corps that says it is for FJ40, FJ45 from 1979-1984. I emailed Cruiser Corps to confirm and they said this is not for "mini truck" steering boxes.
1. Do I have stock power steering for an FJ45?
2. Is stock power steering from a 1979-1984 FJ45 different from that of a 1979-1984 FJ40?
3. If this kit is indeed incorrect for my p/s gear box, does anyone know of a kit for that which I have?
4. How the hell is something so simple, so confusing?
Thanks, y'all. My gear box is leaking pretty good and I'd like to get this taken care of. Pic attached. (ignore the dangly cable)
I have a 1982 Fj45 pickup truck from venezuela, with what I believe is stock power steering gear box and pump (I thought all of these trucks came with it from factory). It was my understanding that all of the FJ45s have what is called a "mini truck" p/s gear box that was used from 1979ish to 1984 ish on FJs and 4runners. Am I wrong in my identification? I've watched youtube videos of conversions from FJ40s with no p/s to FJ40s with "mini truck" p/s and it looks like what is on mine...but maybe I am wrong.
I ordered the p/s gear seal kit from Cruiser Corps that says it is for FJ40, FJ45 from 1979-1984. I emailed Cruiser Corps to confirm and they said this is not for "mini truck" steering boxes.
Power Steering Gear Seal Kit - FJ40, FJ45 1979-1984
Fits FJ40/45 1979 - 10/1984 Sloppy steering is common thing in the Land Cruiser world. If you have a factory Toyota power steering box on your FJ40, this kit is for you. Over time the steering box will start to leak, and the steering will become slack or sloppy. If you have checked your tie rod...
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1. Do I have stock power steering for an FJ45?
2. Is stock power steering from a 1979-1984 FJ45 different from that of a 1979-1984 FJ40?
3. If this kit is indeed incorrect for my p/s gear box, does anyone know of a kit for that which I have?
4. How the hell is something so simple, so confusing?
Thanks, y'all. My gear box is leaking pretty good and I'd like to get this taken care of. Pic attached. (ignore the dangly cable)