Hello, I've frequented this board (lurking) for some time, and registered today (hiya!) after purchasing an '86 FJ60 this very week. It's in cherry shape, looking fantastic after spending it's life in Florida and owned by the original owner (until now that is) It has 150k, remains stock, and has been well taken care of; the price was too good to turn down. Did I mention that it's in really nice shape, looking almost new in and out? Can 'ya tell I'm excited?
At any rate, I'm in Virginia, and this is one of those distance buys, and have not seen it personally as of yet save for extensive pic's, and having it checked out otherwise as well (came out ok for anything major).
Having said all that, I'm flying down to the Ft. Lauderdale area to pick her up next Friday, with the intention of driving back here to Virginia over the weekend-a trip of about 1000 miles exactly.
As you guys are the experts and I'm a LC newby, I wanted to inquire with you as to what I might want to bring with me in terms of any spares, troubleshooting aids, etc. that you would consider essential or at least desired to have on that trip just-in-case (bear in mind I'm flying down one-way, and pointy objects are kinda frowned on these days...perhaps maybe picking up a few things someplace down there or on the way even?)
Though I'm new to Landcruisers, I'm fairly mechanically inclined if that makes a difference, and can change carbs, do tune ups, etc. (I doubt I'll ever attempt to swap an engine/tranny or similarly complex things though.)
Tips or suggestions greatfully received-thanks!
Regards,
Cruc
(Forgive me, but I also posted this an another LC board to try and get as much info as folks may be willing to give. If this is a no no, I'll delete this post-tks.)
At any rate, I'm in Virginia, and this is one of those distance buys, and have not seen it personally as of yet save for extensive pic's, and having it checked out otherwise as well (came out ok for anything major).
Having said all that, I'm flying down to the Ft. Lauderdale area to pick her up next Friday, with the intention of driving back here to Virginia over the weekend-a trip of about 1000 miles exactly.
As you guys are the experts and I'm a LC newby, I wanted to inquire with you as to what I might want to bring with me in terms of any spares, troubleshooting aids, etc. that you would consider essential or at least desired to have on that trip just-in-case (bear in mind I'm flying down one-way, and pointy objects are kinda frowned on these days...perhaps maybe picking up a few things someplace down there or on the way even?)
Though I'm new to Landcruisers, I'm fairly mechanically inclined if that makes a difference, and can change carbs, do tune ups, etc. (I doubt I'll ever attempt to swap an engine/tranny or similarly complex things though.)
Tips or suggestions greatfully received-thanks!
Regards,
Cruc
(Forgive me, but I also posted this an another LC board to try and get as much info as folks may be willing to give. If this is a no no, I'll delete this post-tks.)