I've definitely taken on a heart over head decision with this one, and thrown away the receipts before the wife finds outYou've engaged in quite a commitment to this truck. I'm certain it will repay you with smiles and capability.
What have you done to your 100 Series this week? (28 Viewers)
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What window visors are those? I can't seem to find the ones that go in the channel anywhere.
Trust me, I'm no stranger to "creative accounting"I've definitely taken on a heart over head decision with this one, and thrown away the receipts before the wife finds out
We’re definitely not in Kansas anymore
tried goo gone, cutting polish, and elbow grease to get that 24 year old adhesive all the way off, with no luck. Hopefully the aerosol 3m remover I have en route will be able to tackle it.
They are Heko wind deflectors, I got them from eBay a few years ago. J100 - HEKO - https://e-heko.com/en_GB/c/J100/4124
Looks fun!
Installed the Garage Alpha front grille. I ordered it on Tuesday, and wasn't expecting it to get her so fast...luckily I had 30 minutes to spare to install it. The grill installed in under 5 minutes, but it takes a bit of time to put the letters on before installation.
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Ugh. Finally got everything reassembled from my steering rack, power steering system replacement and went for a short drive. Aside from the expected alignment issues and check engine light from starting the car with the maf disconnected to bleed the PS lines, I got home to find steam pouring from a broken tee... At least I have new ones on-hand. Now to fish the broken pieces out of the lines.
Guessing aftermarket tees were utilized during my previous timing belt change. Note to self: do it yourself if you want it done right.
Guessing aftermarket tees were utilized during my previous timing belt change. Note to self: do it yourself if you want it done right.
Get yourself the OEM hose clamps too
I paid $175 for the genuine Aisin timing belt kit
Aisin radiator fan clutch was $75.79
Aisin fan bracket was $107.79
Aisin thermostat gasket was $2.12
The thermostat I got from Toyota dealer for $30 (same price on Rock Auto)
Now I really do like that. Top job!
Ended up in the same boat. No amount of heat, PB, or vice grip products could get that same fitting off of mine either. I even removed the new oil filter for more room. I ended up replacing the soft half of it and calling it good, along with the high pressure line. I didn’t want to open up too much of a cans of worms. I’ll fill and bleed today and hope for no leaks.Wish I could say I was done... I could not get the nut disconnected at the rack on one of the lines (just completely rounded off, was seized with rust), and my rack was leaking anyway so decided to just go ahead and do the rack replacement as well rather than keep fighting that rusted and stripped fitting (can see it still attached on the old rack in the pic below after I finally got the rack out)... only to have exactly the same issue with the steering shaft being seized to the rack at the rack input shaft. Took me a week to get that universal joint off the splined shaft so I could actually get the rack out. Just got the new rack in last night and am still working on reassembly.
So, I guess all I can offer is "use PB blaster to soak every threaded joint and don't be afraid to use heat as necessary". Otherwise, everything related to changing my pump, reservoir, and lines has been really straight-forward.
Made my first trip to the dealer in the 7 years I’ve owned my LC for an alignment after installing new UCA a few weeks ago.
Also removed the old, cracking and peeling off vent visors on the front doors. Cleaning the old adhesive was a mess and as expected, destroyed the pain under it. Much to my surprise, Rustoleum satin black is just about a perfect match. We’ll see how long it lasts.
Also removed the old, cracking and peeling off vent visors on the front doors. Cleaning the old adhesive was a mess and as expected, destroyed the pain under it. Much to my surprise, Rustoleum satin black is just about a perfect match. We’ll see how long it lasts.
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- Remanufactured "long block" engine from Powertrain Company in Oklahoma: $4856.63
- Engine included gasket set, water pump and timing belt.
- Kudos to Dustin, who was great at helping me with the order. Through several phone calls, I was always able to deal with the same person and he was great!
- Extended warranty on engine: $299.00
- This was recommended by the installing shop as reman warrantees often only cover labor up to $50.00/hr.
- Labor for removal of old engine and installation of the new one: $5593.28
- Parts for installation: $2061.73
- Oil Filter
- Engine Oil
- Drain Plug Gasket
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- Coolant/Antifreeze
- Spark Plugs
- Lower Timing Cover (The old one was damaged)
- Radiator (Old one was heavily rusted and near failure)
- Radiator Hoses
- Radiator Cap
- Hose Clamps
- Starter (this was done preventatively as the old one was nearly 20 years old and replacing requires removing the intake plenum)
- PVC Valve and Grommet
- Heater Pipe Metal Upgrade
- Knock Sensor Connector
- Thermostat
- Thermostat Gasket
- Harmonic Damper and Fixing Bold (original was damaged by prior mechanic)
- Alternator Electrical Connector
- Ignition Coil #3 Cyliner
I have a few squawks to deal with in the coming weeks. I didn't feel the need to have the shop address these as I always need something to keep me busy.
- New Headlamp bulb in left headlamp.
- Repair broken plastic air box hose fitting.
- Find out why heated mirrors aren't heating.
- Fit new LEDs to transmission gear indicators in gauge cluster.
- Clean up wiring to 2nd battery.
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That color looks good. I need to do the same. Mine might need a little more love. I’m honestly embarrassed with how bad the paint looks.
JDM Prius wiper arm upgrade and custom made serape dash cover. Glad I went with the brown tones matches the LX beautifully
I finally finished “restoring” my rusted transmission crossmember that I felt the need to remove when replacing a blown AHC hose. Got a good start on repairing the frame where it mounts. Hopefully with the longer days I will be able to finish this job this week.
