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Vthelexus

Vthelexus

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I am relatively new to this platform and still learning ins and outs. Since our cars are no longer made and now 20 years or older, one idea that came to my mind is to start stockpiling some spare parts. To all of the gurus on this forum, if you had some spare cash what would you start with? What's the hardest part(s) to get? Thanks in advance.
 
I have a somewhat large stockpile, partly because I'm of the same mindset and partly because I keep putting off work that I'd like to do. :rofl:

As for what to stockpile, it really depends on what your end goal is and what the vehicle is due for. I'm interested in keeping rust at bay and overall aesthetics, but mainly in keeping this vehicle going, in good working order, for as long as I can. My stash consists of suspension parts (the entire front suspension including UCAs/LCAs,), brakes, exhaust, mounts/bushings/hardware, hoses and clamps of all types, various seals and gaskets, a throttle body, various sensors, filters, etc. I'll be putting together a stash for an upcoming timing belt job, at which time I'll pull the intake manifold and do the starter, all of the pulleys, fan bracket, and more.

I keep a big Word file of all of the parts I've ordered so I don't order something twice!

Edited to add a link to my Baselining List.
 
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I have more than 2 or 3 dealers inventory stockpiled. All of my Toyotas are over 20 years old.
 
If I was going to purchase and stockpile parts that would negate alot of what a Land Cruiser is all about. If stockpiling was a prudent thing I might as well buy a Chrysler.
 
IMO, It's not the mechanical parts but rather the Interior/trim parts that are first to go NLA. Then exterior trim (i.e. plastic cowl, badges, cladding). Electronic components are next.

However, some companies (i.e. Toyota and Honda) have been reproducing classic car parts in recent years. The 100 is practically a classic by now.
 
I only stockpile oil filters and drain plug gaskets.

All parts that I have is because I plan to install them within a month or two.
 
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I own a couple 20+ year old Toyotas with no plans to get rid of them. If going the stockpiling route (not that I'm particularly advocating for it) IMO try to stockpile the nexus of what is likely to be discontinued earlier (OFC requires a little guesswork), what will eventually fail, and what has no comparable OEM quality aftermarket alternatives. here's some examples:

- Catalytic converter (precedent has been set as these have been discontinued on numerous older Toyota/Lexus)
- Certian electrical - ex: steering wheel tilt/telescope motors
- MAF sensor
- Vacuum, fuel & vapor, coolant hoses, clamps, PCV
- Motor mounts (aftermarket is usually trash)
- Certain suspension components (sway bar end links for example as aftermarket is usually trash)
- Suspension bushings
- Fuel pump
- Brake calipers and brake hoses/lines
- Headlight assemblies
- Door and window weatherstripping
 
Aracobuilt said:
I only stockpile oil filters and drain plug gaskets.

All parts that I have is because I plan to install them within a month or two.
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There will be Toyota branded oil filters for the 2UZ-FE for years to come. But if you want to stockpile oil filters, the 90915-20004 from Japan would be the one to get.
 
I was thinking more like cv/drive shafts, radiator, master cylinder/ accumulator, etc... Something that really matters. Not too worried about bushings or oil filters. Those you can always buy aftermarket, IMO. Want to get a feel of what these beautiful machines require the most.
 
I just stockpile oil filters for convenience. I have three vehicles that use the same Toyota oil filter and drain plug gasket. 😆
 
I'm considering the master brake assy.

if i was really working this angle, i'd buy whatever you are going to stockpile, intall it and clean/keep the part you removed. that way a) you have a fresh(er) cruiser, b) you know the new part works (think return period), c) you know the part you removeed works...stock pile those.
 
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There will be Toyota branded oil filters for the 2UZ-FE for years to come. But if you want to stockpile oil filters, the 90915-20004 from Japan would be the one to get.
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Off topic, but do oil filters expire? I have a case of 90915-10004 I never used for my prior car.
 
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