My rig called monkeybutt HJ60 2H 1982

[cors]

Is there any aftermarket shocks that have springs attached and can be installed in the hj60.

 

[Aloha Jen]

lol
Thanks for that
should the forum heading have hj in it?

60-Series Wagons
1980-1990 -- Toyota Land Cruiser FJ60, FJ61, FJ62 -- 60-series, 62-series -- FJ62.com

No, there is a diesel section for us.
Diesel Tech / 24 volts
But this 60 series section is a bit more fun.

 

[roscoFJ73]

Is there any aftermarket shocks that have springs attached and can be installed in the hj60.

Yes ,but they are really for extra load carrying duties when your existing springs are good. There are also air bag shocks you can inflate to raise the vehicle. But I would just replace the springs with some OME or Dobinsons.
I would keep the rpms below 2700 if you want the engine to last. At 400000klms it is getting on.

 

[Earwigg]

Adjusting the slop out of the tre should help some they like a bit of grease to. I'm not sure what that lost says but if it hasn't been done for a while changing the fuel filter won't hurt.
I think the last part of the throttle is a waste of time as is revving it much over 3000 rpm lots of noise but doesn't go any faster.

 

[Earwigg]

I should be more clear revving mine past 3k doesn't make much difference a less tired 2h maybe a different story.

 

[cors]

Yes ,but they are really for extra load carrying duties when your existing springs are good. There are also air bag shocks you can inflate to raise the vehicle. But I would just replace the springs with some OME or Dobinsons.
I would keep the rpms below 2700 if you want the engine to last. At 400000klms it is getting on.

I know my choice of vehicle wasnt the best for the intended use.
Towing a 3500kg total weight trailer from job to job.
WHat do you think of rancho XL adjustable shocks allround.?
I will do the springs for sure, i can see the front is a couple mill to the left side. Just need to figure out cost and fitment.

Is there a link for those coil over shocks for 60 series.
The air bags sound like a plan , pump them when towing the heavy payload and still keep a nicer ride?Is that the idea?

 

[HoJo 61]

You are better to get on the road early with 3,5 tons of extra weight.

 

[roscoFJ73]

WHat do you think of rancho XL adjustable shocks allround.?

Shocks wont do anything for tired springs. Maybe you could add an extra leaf or 2 or get them reset. Its not a permanent fix but done properly you might get a year or 2 out of them

 

[cors]

Shocks wont do anything for tired springs. Maybe you could add an extra leaf or 2 or get them reset. Its not a permanent fix but done properly you might get a year or 2 out of them

Ive sourced some OME springs in finland for the fronts , will revise the back another time.

 

[cors]

So knowing it will be used to tow max3500 kg. I have found 2 choices atm , OME (front)springs stock height or +50mm. Anythoughts?

 

[roscoFJ73]

One of the best you can get. Mine are 13 years old and have done some hard work. Previous owner was a gold prospector. For on road use standard height is fine. What comcerns me is the ass will be lower than the front. Its a job where you should do all 4 corners

 

[cors]

These are adjustable, remove the pin and tighten with a large flat screwdriwer. Might be stuck.

I used a broken knife to tighten the ball stud seat. i got close to a quarter turn on it but i can go tighter.Whats the recomended feel on this.Theres new grease in the nipple.
I think ill check the other end of the relay rod ball joint aswell.

 

[cors]

today i played with the steering again .
The (34) screw was out of the nut about 6mm. I put atleast 1 turn in on it and i can feel the difference .
Thanks for that tip.

 

[hj 60]

Replace all 5 (with original or 555), they can come loose and then no steering.
Some fsm instructions and pictures: Power steering fluid + steering linkage tie rod - hj60

This one popped out:

 

[cors]

That "choke" knob is not technically a choke- it's just a hand throttle control to raise the idle.
The truck should cold start fine without using it, but it is nice for warming the truck up faster when idling.
It's also an awesome dirtbag cruise control. But that's a controversial topic.

As for engine dryness - I don't like the rust and aluminum salting that happens on a dry engine, so I keep mine a bit damp with oily sprays.
I try not to put to much on though, cause it can be hard to tell if something important is leaking...

im using the hand throttle all the time when starting, its pretty smoothed idle when cold.

 

[kirvesmies]

hei cors, terveisa kanadastas!

 

[Aravind Dileepan]

I've heard that installing coilover shocks might cause issues with some other components and you might have to cut and move things. Just as well to install new leaves from Old Man Emu (OME). Use heavy springs on the front to account for the extra weight of the diesel motor, then mediums or heavies in the back, depending on what you're carrying. Replace the shackles, shocks, and bushings, too. You can order an OME steering damper, too.

You should also consider taking it to an alignment shop. When I picked mine up, it was scary on the highway. It turns out that my caster angle was negative. They reset to a positive angle and it's much better. Toe-in and camber are easier for a home mechanic, but caster is harder. I had the shop do all of it at once.

I have a 2H in a 60 body. I review the diesel section and the 60 section. My diesel has a 12v system, though. So I have to piece all my information together.

Best,

Ara

 

[cors]

the trailer 5mx2m, slowely becoming viible.

 

[cors]

Must have driven the rig 5 separate times now and each time i forget to switch lights on . Is there any simple fix to auto the lights on start up. .

 

[Nostradamus]

I've heard that installing coilover shocks might cause issues with some other components and you might have to cut and move things. Just as well to install new leaves from Old Man Emu (OME). Use heavy springs on the front to account for the extra weight of the diesel motor, then mediums or heavies in the back, depending on what you're carrying. Replace the shackles, shocks, and bushings, too. You can order an OME steering damper, too.

You should also consider taking it to an alignment shop. When I picked mine up, it was scary on the highway. It turns out that my caster angle was negative. They reset to a positive angle and it's much better. Toe-in and camber are easier for a home mechanic, but caster is harder. I had the shop do all of it at once.

I have a 2H in a 60 body. I review the diesel section and the 60 section. My diesel has a 12v system, though. So I have to piece all my information together.

Best,

Ara

How do you like the 2H H55 combo in your rig?