What have you done to your Land Cruiser this week? (41 Viewers)

[Twisty]

Helped Brooksy from C44F building tube guards, sliders and rear flares on my BJ42 Middy.

Build thread here - Aussie MWB 40 series Build - Stretched, Linked/Coiloverd, Caged etc.

 

[oestlarsen]

Spent some xmas $$....via our friend citiracer (#Racer65)
Operation Stop Hissing commences (closely related to operation Improve Vacuum)

 

[RWBeringer4x4]

Nothing like the sweet sound of impact tools to "cure" that New Year's Eve hangover...Nonetheless, a productive afternoon getting the transmission and engine separated, and bellhousing off.

After 3 years of hearing a "chugging" sound in neutral - and praying it wasn't my transmission input shaft bearing, I think I can rest a little easier after getting the bellhousing off. Not only were BOTH SIDES of the clutch springs contact-worn (along with the flywheel bolt heads), but the throw-out bearing had a ton of play and grittiness. I haven't dug into the transmission yet to check it's condition, but I'm hoping and praying I can just reseal it and put it back into service.

Up today - Figuring out how to move the engine from the crane to the stand. I like the "V" style legs for stability, but I haven't found a way to get the stand close enough without conflicting with the crane's legs. Could get interesting...

Up next, keep tearing it down, and adding to the list of things that need fixing...Already a couple of not-fun looking bolt extractions in my future, including a broken engine mount bolt, and a parking brake bolt broken off in the transfer case. Neither my fault - like that when I found them...which means they've likely in there rusting for the last 20-30 years...

 

[mdsims]

Got my brake sensors out, teflon tape put on and put back in correctly. No more brake leaks and they work great. Now just waiting for some emissions parts to arrive.

Doesn't brake fluid dissolve Teflon tape?

 

[nelsonjm624]

Spent some xmas $$....via our friend citiracer (#Racer65)
Operation Stop Hissing commences (closely related to operation Improve Vacuum)

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Next on my list as well post up and let us know if the hissing stops!!

 

[65swb45]

Nothing like the sweet sound of impact tools to "cure" that New Year's Eve hangover...Nonetheless, a productive afternoon getting the transmission and engine separated, and bellhousing off.

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After 3 years of hearing a "chugging" sound in neutral - and praying it wasn't my transmission input shaft bearing, I think I can rest a little easier after getting the bellhousing off. Not only were BOTH SIDES of the clutch springs contact-worn (along with the flywheel bolt heads), but the throw-out bearing had a ton of play and grittiness. I haven't dug into the transmission yet to check it's condition, but I'm hoping and praying I can just reseal it and put it back into service.

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Up today - Figuring out how to move the engine from the crane to the stand. I like the "V" style legs for stability, but I haven't found a way to get the stand close enough without conflicting with the crane's legs. Could get interesting...

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Up next, keep tearing it down, and adding to the list of things that need fixing...Already a couple of not-fun looking bolt extractions in my future, including a broken engine mount bolt, and a parking brake bolt broken off in the transfer case. Neither my fault - like that when I found them...which means they've likely in there rusting for the last 20-30 years...

Rick

Where is your pilot bearing/bushing? That and the contact patch on the input shaft provide important clues on how the transmission has been run.

And you HAVE to pull the pto cover to check end play on the tailshaft.

 

[RWBeringer4x4]

Rick

Where is your pilot bearing/bushing? That and the contact patch on the input shaft provide important clues on how the transmission has been run.

And you HAVE to pull the pto cover to check end play on the tailshaft.

Hey Mark,

I completely forgot to check the pilot bushing before I mounted it on the stand...now it's behind the stand's mounting plate, this is the best I could do:

And here is the transmission's input shaft -

I don't see anything that I'd consider abnormal scoring or wear - just really grungy.

There IS a touch of play in the input shaft - maybe a mm or less - but definitely a tiny bit of wobble - not sure if that's normal/acceptable or more sinister.

I plan to completely separate the transmission and transfercase - just haven't made it that far yet. Once separated I can check for end play and check for tail shaft spline wear where the transfercase rides. My understanding is getting the two apart is a real b*tch so I'm not really in a hurry to get started!

 

[65swb45]

Oh no is right you don't have one stashed away some place do you ?

Nope. No LV parts.

 

[Tancruiser]

yeah I didn't think so I'm a machinst I'll figure it out .

 

[hairy_apple]

I fixed the heater two days ago... because I thought today might go like this. I was the only one who showed up at work this morning. Interestingly enough, I am also the only one who drives and Land Cruiser.

 

[Solace in Solitude]

Took another problem-free drive and hiked a new area with daBoise. A COLD, but great hike!!

44 is in the last picture if anyone wants a challenge... Find it.

 

[oestlarsen]

Next on my list as well post up and let us know if the hissing stops!!

Tada! No hiss, easy install, vacuum up to steady 20 at idle...and it works!

 

[DSRTRDR]

I washed it

 

[Strategic1]

I fixed the heater two days ago... because I thought today might go like this. I was the only one who showed up at work this morning. Interestingly enough, I am also the only one who drives and Land Cruiser.

Here in Australia 86 degree F don't think will need the heater for a bit, wish the air con worked haven't seen snow for 7yrs except in the high country.

 

[Strategic1]

Oh yeah while sweating like an old man (wait I am an old man) in the heat put weather stripping on both drivers & passengers door the re mounted doors

 

[Vossie]

Dropped her off at the exhaust shop.

Gave me a good chance to check underneath for any leaks or problems. All looks great!

Now all I have to do is change that 4.2L sticker for a 4L turbo

 

[nelsonjm624]

Tada! No hiss, easy install, vacuum up to steady 20 at idle...and it works!

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That's great news!! Looks like I'll be headed over to City racer soon thanks for posting man!!

 

[Solace in Solitude]

Tada! No hiss, easy install, vacuum up to steady 20 at idle...and it works!

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Very nice!!

I'm curious... How did you know you needed a new booster?

My 40, desmogged, with rebuilt engine has the same 17.5 vacuum that it had before the desmog and rebuild. I've tested the brake pedal and found no obvious booster problem.

I've also searched the engine compartment, for vacuum leaks, to no avail.

My engine runs strong... but, I've always suspected a vacuum leak.

 

[Strategic1]

Back at it again (sucker for punishment) installing ambo doors weather stripping, found double sided tape has worked best 3M product.
Sikaflex was messy & did'nt stick real well for the drivers door so cleaned it all down with prepsol used double sided tape no problems.

 

[JohnnyC]

All I did was fill it with more gas

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