233k KM's on the clock, did a full transmission fluid flush, and then a filter/pan gasket change. Think I used 12L in the end. Silky smooth shifting
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Just a quick note since I’ve also experienced an annoying clunk on acceleration and de-cels for a while now. Have you checked to make sure the upper control arm bolts are tight? Im talking about the two bolts on both sides of the U shape. If alignment shops don’t tighten them down properly they can be loose enough to slide forward and backward just enough to clunk.Well the "clunk" finally drove me to insanity. I took it to Toyota and wound up having them do the following:
Both front axles and wheel bearings were smoked. This was the source of my 30 mph, let off the throttle and then accelerate again "clunk"
Transmission fluid flush.
Differentials fluid flush.
Transfer case fluid flush.
Power steering fluid flush.
Brake fluid flush.
Coolant flush.
Coolant lines and T fitting at firewall for heater core replacement.
PCV hose replacement.
Air filter box hose replacement.
Fuel filter replacement.
Throttle body/Injection cleaning.
Front brakes complete replacement.
Unfortunately, I opted not to replace my A/C compressor, condenser and expansion valves based on the fact that I was quoted another $7500.00. The compressor clutch failed last summer and filled the entire dual A/C system and lines with metal debris. It doesn't get that warm in Oregon.
This is a third vehicle that I'm extremely attached to. I've had it for nearly a decade and it has never left me stranded.
Hopefully this will keep it going for another 250k miles!
I have not sir. I'm hopeful that the dealer checked that during their diagnosis of the clunk. I wrench on plenty of old garbage but the Land Cruiser has always been one of my vehicles that I've had serviced by the dealer. I guess that means I wanted it to stay "nice" lol.Just a quick note since I’ve also experienced an annoying clunk on acceleration and de-cels for a while now. Have you checked to make sure the upper control arm bolts are tight? Im talking about the two bolts on both sides of the U shape. If alignment shops don’t tighten them down properly they can be loose enough to slide forward and backward just enough to clunk.
Worth double checking yourself, just grab an appropriate size wrench and give it an ugga dugga. You can do it through the wheel opening without moving anything around or needing to lift it.I have not sir. I'm hopeful that the dealer checked that during their diagnosis of the clunk. I wrench on plenty of old garbage but the Land Cruiser has always been one of my vehicles that I've had serviced by the dealer. I guess that means I wanted it to stay "nice" lol.
Will do! Thank you.Worth double checking yourself, just grab an appropriate size wrench and give it an ugga dugga. You can do it through the wheel opening without moving anything around or needing to lift it.
That was my experience with the clunk, anyways. Drove me mad for a solid few months.
I bet that was a pretty penny to have the dealer do thatWell the "clunk" finally drove me to insanity. I took it to Toyota and wound up having them do the following:
Both front axles and wheel bearings were smoked. This was the source of my 30 mph, let off the throttle and then accelerate again "clunk"
Transmission fluid flush.
Differentials fluid flush.
Transfer case fluid flush.
Power steering fluid flush.
Brake fluid flush.
Coolant flush.
Coolant lines and T fitting at firewall for heater core replacement.
PCV hose replacement.
Air filter box hose replacement.
Fuel filter replacement.
Throttle body/Injection cleaning.
Front brakes complete replacement.
Unfortunately, I opted not to replace my A/C compressor, condenser and expansion valves based on the fact that I was quoted another $7500.00. The compressor clutch failed last summer and filled the entire dual A/C system and lines with metal debris. It doesn't get that warm in Oregon.
This is a third vehicle that I'm extremely attached to. I've had it for nearly a decade and it has never left me stranded.
Hopefully this will keep it going for another 250k miles!
Yes. I had my dad help me but it worked. you have to push the axle in a bit after every swing so the c clip isn’t sitting right up against the stop.
So they did everything except grease the propeller shafts, the main cause of clunking!Well the "clunk" finally drove me to insanity. I took it to Toyota and wound up having them do the following:
Both front axles and wheel bearings were smoked. This was the source of my 30 mph, let off the throttle and then accelerate again "clunk"
Transmission fluid flush.
Differentials fluid flush.
Transfer case fluid flush.
Power steering fluid flush.
Brake fluid flush.
Coolant flush.
Coolant lines and T fitting at firewall for heater core replacement.
PCV hose replacement.
Air filter box hose replacement.
Fuel filter replacement.
Throttle body/Injection cleaning.
Front brakes complete replacement.
Unfortunately, I opted not to replace my A/C compressor, condenser and expansion valves based on the fact that I was quoted another $7500.00. The compressor clutch failed last summer and filled the entire dual A/C system and lines with metal debris. It doesn't get that warm in Oregon.
This is a third vehicle that I'm extremely attached to. I've had it for nearly a decade and it has never left me stranded.
Hopefully this will keep it going for another 250k miles!
Check this thread: LX470 Turn Signal/Marker Light Conversion HelpHi All. I had a custom front bumper put on my Lexus LX470. That meant losing the fog lights and the turn signals. The turn signal lights and harness are still connected and still work but are now underneath the hood, so not visible. Anyone have experience relocating front turn signals? I wonder if there’s an option to replace the parking light with a dual filament that acts as a parking light and a turn signal? Or can I insert the turn signal into the parking light receptacle and try to seal it up with silicone? Any suggestions? Thanks for your feedback.
Added spacers to my Asfir skid. I found without spacers the lower control arm mounts were exposed and the skid was way too close to the oil cooler for comfort. (1/8" or so clearance) I couldn't find anything local so I ordered 3/4" tall x 1" diameter aluminum spacers from A&A Manufacturing. I only needed the spacers in the front and middle positions. Rear bolted up fine without. Much better now! A hit won't drive the skid up into the oil cooler and the control arm mounts are better covered.
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Nope, no diff drop. Suspension is stock.Are you running a differential drop? I am installing the same skid this weekend.
An A/C clutch is external to the A/C system. It failing would not cause any issues internally. Big magnet behind pulley that pulls the clutch plate to engage with pulley when energized. Get a second opinionWell the "clunk" finally drove me to insanity. I took it to Toyota and wound up having them do the following:
Both front axles and wheel bearings were smoked. This was the source of my 30 mph, let off the throttle and then accelerate again "clunk"
Transmission fluid flush.
Differentials fluid flush.
Transfer case fluid flush.
Power steering fluid flush.
Brake fluid flush.
Coolant flush.
Coolant lines and T fitting at firewall for heater core replacement.
PCV hose replacement.
Air filter box hose replacement.
Fuel filter replacement.
Throttle body/Injection cleaning.
Front brakes complete replacement.
Unfortunately, I opted not to replace my A/C compressor, condenser and expansion valves based on the fact that I was quoted another $7500.00. The compressor clutch failed last summer and filled the entire dual A/C system and lines with metal debris. It doesn't get that warm in Oregon.
This is a third vehicle that I'm extremely attached to. I've had it for nearly a decade and it has never left me stranded.
Hopefully this will keep it going for another 250k miles!