Finally got around to replacing my belts so I can identify and fix the AC problem. Just in time to not need it...
What did you work on tonight?
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Like is likely a hairline split in body of radiator. Pretty common. Replaced mine with all aluminum mishimoto and mishimoto silicone hoses.
I worked on a large four-meat pizza.
I plan to work on it again later this evening.
I plan to work on it again later this evening.
Tank5
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I purchased a parts 2uzfe VVTI engine that destroyed itself after the timing belt went. I don’t know the exact mileage but was told it was over 100k. I found that the timing belt had been changed at some point because it was a Gates belt. Interestingly the belt looked to be in good condition except for where it broke, meaning it didn’t have any dry rot or cracking in the belt. I pulled it apart to salvage what I could and scraped the rest. Thought I would share pictures of the destruction.
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alia176
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Holy moly 
. So, that's the definition of an 'interference' engine, eh?
. So, that's the definition of an 'interference' engine, eh?
alia176
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My front axle housing damage pics. This is on the pass side, which is a known issue, but I don't think I've seen this exact type of damages. The axle housing got torn where the factory welds were. As soon as the radius arm bolt was removed, the bracket piece fell on the ground. The last pic shows how it is supposed to be next to the housing I got from Dennis. See, this is why we all need to hord Toyota parts 
My front axle housing damage pics. This is on the pass side, which is a known issue, but I don't think I've seen this exact type of damages. The axle housing got torn where the factory welds were. As soon as the radius arm bolt was removed, the bracket piece fell on the ground. The last pic shows how it is supposed to be next to the housing I got from Dennis. See, this is why we all need to hord Toyota parts
So it was the radius arm bracket that took out the housing.
alia176
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it's interesting that the pass side of the housing gets all the abuse in the 80s for some reason. OEM rubber bushings inside Delta VS custom radius arms plus Whiteline mondo front sway bars with 20yr of abuse resulted in this mess.
Christian has a Magnuson supercharger in his garage waiting for install. Should be amazing if he gets to it.
No kidding. This is a good visual reminder of why it's important to change your timing belt on time (miles and age).Holy moly
alia176
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This is not necessary a good reminder for timing belt change because this particular non-oem belt is actually newish. It's a shame, Gates brand is usually quality for the most part.
More body work on the 98 5 speed Taco. Might use it as a crawler build … but it’s coming out way too clean
Always wanted to bedline a vehicle , why not this one?
Testing the Starlink Mini out in the weeds.
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Cleaned up nicely ! Bedliner was fun to work with
That was quick!
nab856
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This Toyota project was bought awhile back. It was running, but just barely. I'm now trying to figure out why.
nab856
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Made more progress
Mauser
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A friend of my wife's bought a Jeep so I made her this. She'll probably never figure it out.
