And it’s been a very long time since I’ve done that type of work on a FJ40. Like, late 1980’s long time.
But I do remember the “ticking” sound when there is a exhaust gasket leak. But how much work is it to take the manifolds off? I don’t have the original carb and air filter installed, I’ve got a aftermarket one, put on by the previous owner. The tailpipe was replaced last year and I don’t hear the ticking noise as loud from where the header attaches to the tailpipe. I know a local mechanic that could work on it but if it’s not too difficult I would prefer working on it myself.
But I do remember the “ticking” sound when there is a exhaust gasket leak. But how much work is it to take the manifolds off? I don’t have the original carb and air filter installed, I’ve got a aftermarket one, put on by the previous owner. The tailpipe was replaced last year and I don’t hear the ticking noise as loud from where the header attaches to the tailpipe. I know a local mechanic that could work on it but if it’s not too difficult I would prefer working on it myself.