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JohnnyC
Long ago TLCA# 2231
let me know when your ready for CB stuff... or oem jerry can... that type of accessory 
I have an oem 8track new in the box as well I have one that resides in my tuffy console for those rides where only the sound of an 8track playing Jerry Reed or Dolly Parton are a must.
WOW!!! I haven't seen an 8-Track in years!!!
On second thought thank God I haven't seen one.
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Toyota Pliers - Part 1
The variety of pliers in Land Cruiser tool kits is surprising. There are at least 11 variations of 200mm pliers for Land Cruiser tool kits from 1958-84.
The pliers included with Land Cruiser kits are 200mm (8 inches) long; other Toyota vehicle kits included a 150mm (6 inches) pliers. Early pliers are marked with the TEQ logo and later pliers are marked TOYOTA JAPAN. Almost all have slotted screws. Pliers characteristics are summarized below, Pliers B-K shown.
Although most pliers have the KTC PAT mark, the mark is not present on very early and very late pliers. Land Cruiser pliers have re-curved handled except for very early versions.
Summary of Land Cruiser pliers
This chart summarizes Land Cruiser pliers characteristics and highlights differences. Changes between versions are designated by either adjacent blue background or red text. Pliers F appears at the end of the first row and also at the beginning of the second row.
Large Tool Roll – 23mm (through 1963)
The earliest Land Cruiser pliers (Pliers A), shown below, are from the tool kit in Frenchy Dehoux's 1958 Toyota Toyopet Crown. Early Land Cruiser (Large Tool Roll - 23mm) and Crown tool kits shared several of the same tools. These pliers have several distinctive features:
(FrenchyDehoux)
The February 1961 FJ40 parts catalog includes an image of the nested triangles pliers grip.
(treerootCO)
Large (23mm) Tool Roll – Pliers B-D
Curved and re-curved handle versions of the TEQ logo pliers were included in the Large (23mm) Tool Roll. Pliers D is also found in very early (1963-64) Large (21mm) Tool Rolls.
The TEQ logo appears in relief, inside a recessed circle. The early raised ridge jaw reinforcement evolved into the notch and circular recess reinforcement.
The very early nested triangles grips changed to the dimpled pattern.
TEQ Pliers with dimpled grips are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles.
Large Tool Roll – 21mm (1963-69) – Pliers D-F
Starting with the Large Tool Roll - 21mm tool kit in 1963, the overall pliers design was standardized to a form that would vary in small details through 1984:
Pliers D-F jaws included a notched ridge and circular recess.
Early Pliers D is marked M.PAT, the rest are marked PAT. The M.PAT mark may be a patent pending designation. The number referenced, 399268, is a Japanese patent.
These pliers all have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
Pliers with dimpled grips are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles.
Other Characteristics – Nut Surface - Pliers E-G
The surface of the nut on Pliers E is plain. The nut on Pliers F has two opposing slots cut into the surface; the nut on Pliers G has 4 narrow slots cut into the surface. Later pliers have 4 wide slots.
The variety of pliers in Land Cruiser tool kits is surprising. There are at least 11 variations of 200mm pliers for Land Cruiser tool kits from 1958-84.
The pliers included with Land Cruiser kits are 200mm (8 inches) long; other Toyota vehicle kits included a 150mm (6 inches) pliers. Early pliers are marked with the TEQ logo and later pliers are marked TOYOTA JAPAN. Almost all have slotted screws. Pliers characteristics are summarized below, Pliers B-K shown.
Although most pliers have the KTC PAT mark, the mark is not present on very early and very late pliers. Land Cruiser pliers have re-curved handled except for very early versions.
Summary of Land Cruiser pliers
This chart summarizes Land Cruiser pliers characteristics and highlights differences. Changes between versions are designated by either adjacent blue background or red text. Pliers F appears at the end of the first row and also at the beginning of the second row.
Large Tool Roll – 23mm (through 1963)
The earliest Land Cruiser pliers (Pliers A), shown below, are from the tool kit in Frenchy Dehoux's 1958 Toyota Toyopet Crown. Early Land Cruiser (Large Tool Roll - 23mm) and Crown tool kits shared several of the same tools. These pliers have several distinctive features:
- Curved handles (not re-curved)
- Nested triangles grip
- Plain screw head
- Unreinforced jaws
- Small TEQ logo
(FrenchyDehoux)
The February 1961 FJ40 parts catalog includes an image of the nested triangles pliers grip.
(treerootCO)
Large (23mm) Tool Roll – Pliers B-D
Curved and re-curved handle versions of the TEQ logo pliers were included in the Large (23mm) Tool Roll. Pliers D is also found in very early (1963-64) Large (21mm) Tool Rolls.
The TEQ logo appears in relief, inside a recessed circle. The early raised ridge jaw reinforcement evolved into the notch and circular recess reinforcement.
The very early nested triangles grips changed to the dimpled pattern.
TEQ Pliers with dimpled grips are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles.
Large Tool Roll – 21mm (1963-69) – Pliers D-F
Starting with the Large Tool Roll - 21mm tool kit in 1963, the overall pliers design was standardized to a form that would vary in small details through 1984:
- Slotted screw
- Dimpled grip
- Re-curved handle
Pliers D-F jaws included a notched ridge and circular recess.
Early Pliers D is marked M.PAT, the rest are marked PAT. The M.PAT mark may be a patent pending designation. The number referenced, 399268, is a Japanese patent.
These pliers all have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
Pliers with dimpled grips are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles.
Other Characteristics – Nut Surface - Pliers E-G
The surface of the nut on Pliers E is plain. The nut on Pliers F has two opposing slots cut into the surface; the nut on Pliers G has 4 narrow slots cut into the surface. Later pliers have 4 wide slots.
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Toyota Pliers - Part 2
Medium Tool Roll – (1969-72) – Pliers F-H
The Medium Tool Rolls included both TEQ logo and TOYOTA pliers. TEQ logo pliers were included in the Medium Canvas Tool Roll. TOYOTA pliers were introduced in the Medium Vinyl Tool Roll.
While Pliers F jaws included notched ridge reinforcement and circular recess, the circular recess was eliminated in later Pliers G-H.
Marking on the nut from 2, 4-narrow, 4-wide.
These pliers have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
TEQ logo pliers are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner handles. Handle marks were discontinued with TOYOTA pliers since JAPAN appears on the pliers front.
Other Characteristics – Dimpled Screws - Pliers F-H
The screw heads on pliers F-H are each marked with 2 dimples.
Zipper Bag Tool Kits – (1972-84) – Pliers H-K
TOYOTA pliers were included in the Zipper Bag Tool Kits. The last version is easily distinguished from the others by its light gold finish.
These pliers are all stamped TOYOTA with JAPAN underneath. Later versions include a stamped numeric code as well. The notched ridge reinforcement was eliminated in later versions of these pliers.
The KTC patent mark was dropped from later versions of these pliers. The nut surface for these pliers has 4 wide slots.
TOYOTA pliers also have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
TOYOTA pliers are not marked on the inner handles.
Contemporary Land Cruiser Pliers
99913-12000
These pliers available from Toyota dealers are unmarked, with dimpled grips.
09042-1C210
Toyota service tool pliers marked TOYOTA JAPAN## with dimpled grips.
Other Toyota Pliers
These are the 150mm (6 inch) pliers, which were not included in Land Cruiser tool kits. The examples shown are representative, additional variations exist. The TEQ logo is quite different from the logo on the larger pliers. This logo is stamped into the surface of the pliers. TOYOTA marked pliers have both curved (shown below) and re-curved handles.
The 150mm (6 inch) pliers have facing chevron grips. The TOYOTA version (right) has the end bound by two parallel ridges. TEQ logo pliers are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles. Newer TEQ pliers also includes a numeric forge mark. TOYOTA pliers have unmarked handles.
Identifying Land Cruiser Pliers
Rely on physical characteristics for identifying pliers as text descriptions are often misleading, incorrect or incomplete. Even with poor quality photographs, some of the following characteristics can often be confirmed:
PO mods can occur with pliers as well. Not exactly like it left the factory.
Medium Tool Roll – (1969-72) – Pliers F-H
The Medium Tool Rolls included both TEQ logo and TOYOTA pliers. TEQ logo pliers were included in the Medium Canvas Tool Roll. TOYOTA pliers were introduced in the Medium Vinyl Tool Roll.
While Pliers F jaws included notched ridge reinforcement and circular recess, the circular recess was eliminated in later Pliers G-H.
Marking on the nut from 2, 4-narrow, 4-wide.
These pliers have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
TEQ logo pliers are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner handles. Handle marks were discontinued with TOYOTA pliers since JAPAN appears on the pliers front.
Other Characteristics – Dimpled Screws - Pliers F-H
The screw heads on pliers F-H are each marked with 2 dimples.
Zipper Bag Tool Kits – (1972-84) – Pliers H-K
TOYOTA pliers were included in the Zipper Bag Tool Kits. The last version is easily distinguished from the others by its light gold finish.
These pliers are all stamped TOYOTA with JAPAN underneath. Later versions include a stamped numeric code as well. The notched ridge reinforcement was eliminated in later versions of these pliers.
The KTC patent mark was dropped from later versions of these pliers. The nut surface for these pliers has 4 wide slots.
TOYOTA pliers also have dimpled grips, each end bound by two parallel ridges.
TOYOTA pliers are not marked on the inner handles.
Contemporary Land Cruiser Pliers
99913-12000
These pliers available from Toyota dealers are unmarked, with dimpled grips.
09042-1C210
Toyota service tool pliers marked TOYOTA JAPAN## with dimpled grips.
Other Toyota Pliers
These are the 150mm (6 inch) pliers, which were not included in Land Cruiser tool kits. The examples shown are representative, additional variations exist. The TEQ logo is quite different from the logo on the larger pliers. This logo is stamped into the surface of the pliers. TOYOTA marked pliers have both curved (shown below) and re-curved handles.
The 150mm (6 inch) pliers have facing chevron grips. The TOYOTA version (right) has the end bound by two parallel ridges. TEQ logo pliers are marked MADE IN JAPAN on the inner side of both handles. Newer TEQ pliers also includes a numeric forge mark. TOYOTA pliers have unmarked handles.
Identifying Land Cruiser Pliers
Rely on physical characteristics for identifying pliers as text descriptions are often misleading, incorrect or incomplete. Even with poor quality photographs, some of the following characteristics can often be confirmed:
- Length – Land Cruiser pliers are all 200mm (8 inch) long, other Toyota pliers are 150mm (6 inch).
- Slotted Screw – except for the very earliest pliers, vintage Land Cruiser pliers have slotted screws while other Toyota pliers do not.
- TEQ Logo – the TEQ logo on Land Cruiser pliers is raised, other Toyota pliers have the TEQ logo stamped.
- Grip – except for the earliest pliers, Land Cruiser pliers have dimpled grips, other Toyota pliers have facing chevron grips.
- Curved Handles – TOYOTA curved handle pliers are 150mm (6 inch), TEQ curved handle pliers are 200mm (8 inch).
- KTC mark – Only Land Cruiser pliers have the KTC M.PAT or KTC PAT mark.
PO mods can occur with pliers as well. Not exactly like it left the factory.
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Detail is amazing! Thanks for all of the hard work and education.
PabloCruise
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Me too! Looks like I will have to keep reading!
PabloCruise
SILVER Star
My '78 was equipped similar to what you describe.
PabloCruise
SILVER Star
Is anyone making these zippered bags? Mine is a little ratty looking...
treerootCO
Where are my keys?!
May of 1962 Four Wheeler review of the Land Cruiser
treerootCO
Where are my keys?!
Living in the Past
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formerly "Refurbishing an
Early Tool Roll"
Toyota Land Cruiser Tool Kits
Large Tool Roll - 23mm (58-6308)
Large Tool Roll - 21mm (6308-65)
Large Tool Roll - 21mm (66-6903)
Medium Tool Roll - Canvas (6903-7103)
Medium Tool Roll - Vinyl (7104-7203)
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Zipper Bag -TEQ Yellow (7204-7901)
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Zipper Bag - TEQ Brown (7901-8210)
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Zipper Bag - Toyota Motor (8210-8309)
Links to Land Cruiser Tool and Tool Kit Threads
Tools / Tool Kits / Options & Accessories - Index - Specific topics of interest relating to tools, tool kits and other early Land Cruiser items.
OEM Tool Kit Inventory - Additional information about tools and tool kits. Includes a link to the Inventory pdf that details Land Cruiser tool kits through 1984, and includes criteria to help identify the kits and the tools included with each of the kits.
Land Cruiser Tool Kits Album - Images of Land Cruiser tool kits from IH8Mud, e-Bay, and elsewhere.
Land Cruiser Tools Albums - Images of Land Cruiser tools from IH8Mud, e-Bay and elsewhere.
Toyota tool catalog: “Recommended Tools and Checkers”
Refurbishing an Early Tool Roll
In early 2013, I had this large tool roll refurbished, and stocked with new Toyota tools.
While the body of the roll and the pockets and loops were in fairly good shape, the top, bottom and side flaps were not. The outside of the flaps appeared to suffer from exposure to sun and moisture. The fabric was bleached, weakened, and easily torn.
Working with local canvas and leather designer Rusty Zylstra (Mercy Supply, Grand Rapids, MI) the tool roll was repaired and recovered. Rusty did a great job repairing the tool roll and making the changes needed.
The plan was to keep the body of the tool roll and replace the top, bottom and side flaps with new, waxed canvas. Keep the original buckle, but since the strap was quite worn, replace it with a canvas or leather strap. Repair the loops and pockets as needed and adjust as necessary to fit the new tools. Since the binding was worn through and falling apart in some areas, replace it with a leather binding, and cover the outside of the roll with leather for added protection.
With a new set of Toyota tools, the refurbished roll looks great.
The Refurbishing Process
Preparing the new top and bottom flaps. Rusty was able to clean and reuse the Contents List window.
Every tool loop was re-stitched and backed with leather, to address weakness due to canvas dry rot; it won't rip in the corners any more.
Two copper rivets attach the strap and buckle.
Full leather outside and trim, with a Horween leather strap.
Stocking the Tool Roll
A refurbished tool roll needs the proper tools.
With the exception of the wrench clip and grease pump, these are all new Toyota tools. Most are service tools, available in Japan, but not in the U.S. The wrench clip is from KTC, purchased on eBay. The Toyota grease pump (Yamada KH-120, part number 09170-00030) pictured above dates from around 2002 and is no longer available.
The small Yamada KH-120 grease pumps with the ring/chain are available from online sellers. The current look is different than the earlier one. The pump has a satin silver finish instead of gold, and the handle says MADE IN INDIA. Still marked YAMADA although the mark is now on the top of the head instead of the side. The pump comes with the straight nozzle, a bent nozzle (CNP-2) is available.
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When stocking an old tool roll with new tools, consider that the dimensions of new tools may be different than the originals. This is especially true of the screwdrivers. The handle sizes are larger, and the handle material is more difficult to slide through the canvas loops. It was necessary to resize the #8 and #9 loops to fit the new screwdrivers. The original roll had two rows of stitches between these loops. Fitting the screwdrivers involved removing these stitches, adjusting the loops to fit and re-stitching with a single row. Test fitting the actual tools in the vintage roll ensured a proper fit.
Ordering the Tools
The Toyota tool part numbers can be found in “Recommended Tools and Checkers”.
There are several ways to order parts from Japan. Using Amayama Trading (www.amayama.com), it took 25 days to receive the parts. Amayama uses a multi-step order process: initially enter part number and descriptive information, Amayama confirms the availability and pricing for the parts and provides the shipping cost, confirming at this point places the order.
Never really followed this thread. I have a 10/69 FJ40 I bought from the original owner. Tool kit was in the tool box under the driver's seat. It's has the third large tool kit not the medium tool kit. It was titled as a 70 with changes for the 70 model. Either it was a fluke or the large tool kit went past 3/69.
- The Ceramic Plug End on This Inspection Lamp has brass hardware & is removable
- It may Pre-Date the the Brown cord one above with the solid cast plastic Plug end possibility ?
- solid brass flat head machine screw & solid brass hex nut
I don't know . . . $575.00 for that lamp seems awfully cheap!
Rare Early FJ25 FJ40 LandCruiser Brown Toyota Inspection Trouble Light Lamp TR | eBay
Rare Early FJ25 FJ40 LandCruiser Brown Toyota Inspection Trouble Light Lamp TR | eBay
Wow...
I bought this one a couple of years ago. Did a good deal I guess.
I bought this one a couple of years ago. Did a good deal I guess.
Soak in peteol, diesel or kerosine and scrubbwith brush. When clean soak in warm water several times to get rid of smell ..
