Where to buy LC parts in Ontario, Canada?

[JDCruiser]

Hey guys,

Anyone know any good places to get land cruiser parts in ontario, canada. Just getting into a restoration for my 1981 BJ42 and looking for some reputable places that people have sourced parts from. Looking for driving distance within the Kitchener / Guelph area. If you have a positive or negative experience and want to share it, I am all ears.

Cheers.

 

[Ambrew]

I'm in Ottawa and have been getting parts from 4wheel auto in Edmonton and EBI in Vancouver. Other than that, I pick up a few parts every time i go to the states. Havent found anyone in Ontario except my Toyota dealer, which isn't all bad considering the discount. I get my discount through the local LC club, so maybe that's am option for you! Search trusty rusty in the diesel section and you'll see my rig. Oh, and keep a close eye on the classifieds, that's where i found my 5 speed.


good luck!

 

[JDCruiser]

Thanks for the reply Ambrew. Will check those places out.

 

[My wife said no FJ!]

x2 on your local dealship, but it helps if you find a parts guy who knows Cruisers, and/or if you have a part number in hand to give them...you will be surprised at what they can find

Would be nice if someone like SOR opened a Canadian office/depot...

 

[romey]

yep, local dealer, or the local cruiser club. maybe you should post your needs on our section, who knows who has what in their garage.

 

[JDCruiser]

Thanks Romey. That is a good idea. Mainly just looking for general places to get stuff now. I don't have a specific list but will need some go to places over time for lots of different stuff.

 

[kcustom73]

Like Ambrew, I'm in Ottawa too and I second the guys at 4WheelAuto in Edmonton. Try and talk with Dan when you call. He seems to be the most knowledgable when it comes to 40's.

 

[crushers]

i stopped buying from 4wheel after 12 years of being a big budget customer ...
i deal with John at Radd Cruisers now and am happy with him. not near as expensive and John is trustworthy.
NEVER buy used parts from 4 wheel,
what all are you looking for in parts? Dan buys from Japan 4X4 and if you are not in a rush you can cut out the middle man and save some good coin. Dave at Japan 4X4 is a sponsor of this site so you are supporting Mud with Dave, John, (i believe) Steve at extreme bends, i support the site now more with info than with $$$.
also, if not in a rush, look at buying from Oz direct. the bigger the order the more you save. if you order 1 or 2 parts at time then little savings but if you take a close look at your cruiser, make a list of what you need and order all at once then a good amount of change can be saved.
plus i know guys in Ontario that have a bunch of used but in excellent shape, body parts.

shoot me an email if you need to know more.

 

[bikersmurf]

X2 on John at RADD cruisers... I've known him for close to 20 years, and he's a good guy.

I've bought and sold a couple of things with him.

 

[JDCruiser]

Hey guys, thanks for all your information and help. I don't have a full list of stuff yet but items for sure included, full brake job (ie. calipers, pads, shoes, rotors, drums, wheel cyldinders, shoes, hardward kits etc.), all 4 rear shackles complete with pins, bushings, hardware.

 

[crushers]

you might want to slip up and see what i have left for 40 series parts.
i have a small collection of take off parts, new parts that might work for you.
i am mainly into 70 series now.
i keep thinking i might pickup a FJ45 again but with the 75 i doubt it so the parts keep on sitting here.

up to you.

 

[JDCruiser]

Awesome crusher. when I get a good look at what I need I might take you up on that offer. I am also sure that I will see you at the next UCLC mets as I will be going out to them again.

 

[crushers]

doubt i will be able to make the meetings now that they are mid week, 2.5 hours each way is a bit much for me.
weekend worked better but i understand the desire to change the time.
cheers