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Following on from my broken sensor post, I have now replaced the sensor linkage, not the entire height sensor but I am still having issues, I suspect it could be out of calibration but hopefully someone with more knowledge of AHC systems than me may have some suggestions? I can get the AHC pump...

I knew it would be my turn at some point! A couple of nights ago I went out with the Wife to a place with a low barrier into the car park, we usually go here I drop it into low, and in we go no problems. This time, the front dropped down but the rear didn't follow smoothly. I pulled forward a...

Trying to find out a bit more information about what model years had DPF's installed from the Factory, or earlier vehicles had them installed at point of entry (similar to the 80 series moon roofs?) as a retrofit. My 2011 VDJ200, I initially thought did not have a DPF fitted, but Euro 5 which...

Hi Gents, I'm in the market for a set of new boots for the 200. I'm really struggling to find anything suitable. I've got the factory 20" Alloys on mine which is typical for the UK 200's, stock size is 285/50/r20. I'm looking for a decent A/T or hybrid in 275/60/r20. Ideally I'd love a set of...

I recently changed my rear brake pads on the 200 and thought that it is worth sharing the following information/knowledge gained during the job. There are two compatible part numbers (if you are using Toyota Genuine parts). Firstly 04466-YZZE9 are the original ADVICS PS558H pads fitted from...

Last couple of weekends I've been preparing my 200 for undersealing, pressure washing the undersides, wirewheeling the surface rust and rust treating. I'm almost at the end of it now, but just a bit of advice, the rear offside (drivers side) wheel arch, which has the inspection hatch for the AHC...

This morning was the coldest so far since I bought the 200, about 10 degrees, when I started up this morning, it started as normal but after a couple of seconds, the revs rose from the normal 6-700 odd to 1000rpm. Once the engine was warm, idle speed returned to the usual. IS this normal? Seems...

Hi all, I'm a long time member who hasn't posted in a while. As said, I'm about to buy a 200, I'm in the UK so only the V8 diesel is available. I have a bit of a dilemma choosing between 2 cruisers I've narrowed my search down to. 1st, and I feel favourite is a low mileage, super clean 2008...

Hi guys, Got a bit of a problem with my drivers door, it won't unlock at all. The key still operates the central locking but the drivers door isn't unlocking, can't unlock from inside the car using the door handle lock either. I suspect one of the linkages inside may have dislodged, anyone had...

Hi guys, my LSPV was leaking at last MOT so I bought a new one to replace and its turned into a horror story, The valve was a solid ball of rust, I had to cut the brake lines as the fittings were rust welded in. I also had to cut the valve off the bracket as the bracket has also disintegrated...

Brand new and unused. Sold to me as an 80 series unit in error. £30.00 plus postage. Please note this is the fan blade only, does not include the viscous clutch.

As above, anyone got a spare alloy for an 80 going spare?

Hi I need to replace my leaking TJM XGS front shock absorber, I'm going to intitially replace both fronts to MOT, but later will also change the rears and the springs. I'm leaning towards EFS shocks, those that are running these, are you using the Elites or the XTR's? Thanks in advance.

Gents, As part of my de-complexing exercise on the engine - I'd like to remove the ACSD. I'm pretty sure it is faulty as during our cold snap during the winter, the trucks idle speed has stuck at 900 rpm. Could anyone who has removed this please advise what they did with the Aircon Idle-up...

Hello all, I'm currently, as in right now! Removing the wiring for the inlet heater, I've got a bit of a story to tell later on this! Firstly however, I've removed the battery cable to the relay, and the feeder cable from the relay to the heater, have all others who have removed the above also...

Hello all, Has anyone got any info on what can be removed and what needs to be kept? Only interested in the vacuum system and the electrical side. the mechanical side is already done. Cheers, Brett

Hi Gents, I haven't posted on here in a while, life got in the way of Land Cruiser stuff, so it has taken a back seat for a few years. Anyway, I still have my 80 series and up until a week ago all was fine with it. To cut a long story short, I was driving to work about a week ago, sitting in...

Gents, I've had a bit of a memory failure, I've been replacing UJ's in both front and rear propshafts this week and I'm going to re-install this afternoon (once it stops raining). when I removed the shafts, I've placed matchmarks on all the flanges so should get the phasing correct, but I can't...

Hello chaps, Been a while since I've posted on here, I've been distracted with new hobbies that have taken over the Land Cruiser fiddling :think: However, I do still have the Cruiser and still using and enjoying it. I have a small (I hope) problem at the moment that I'd appreciate your help...

Whats the opinion on the Inner wheel bearing (hub) oil seal P/No. 90311-62001, should I go genuine or are the Milner ones ok? :?: I have OEM inner axle seals already , as I know the Milner ones aren't so good. Thanks

Following on from Chris' post in the wiper mechanism thread, I said i'd post up some info about HDK CV Joints, apparently Milners will be stocking from next week. I've just bought a set of the HDK CV's from Oz, haven't fitted them yet as I'm still collecting parts to do a full axle rebuild, new...

Finally, I'm getting round to fitting my third battery & split charge system. Whereabouts would you recommend installing the solenoid (Cole Hersee type) I know it's got to go as close as possible to the main battery, just looking for ideas as there isn't a lot of room around there for installation.

What's the score with Milner's stub axles? During my brake replacement today, I realised I'm going to need a new stub axle on the nearside before too long, in a couple of places it looks like those photo's of the delaminated BEB's. Milner's site suggests that their stub axles are genuine OEM...

As the title says, I've just bought a set of remanufactured calipers & I'm going to fit new rotors & pads at the same time. What's the general opinion on the anti squeal shims? should I buy a set? I've got a feeling I binned them last time I changed the pads :roll: Looking on ToyoDiy, you can...

The rear difflock on my truck has never locked since I've owned the truck, I did an oil change on the engine & axles this weekend & as I had the tools out decided to investigate why the locker isn't working. Now when you switch the rear locker on & off you can hear the motor in the actuator...

I changed my radiator at the weekend & had to remove the lights to get the rad out. Also had to take out both batteries & trays etc. I didn't disconnect any of the lights I just undid the mounts & moved them as necessary. Anyway, everything is back together & working except high beam on the...

Gents, I need a set of tie down straps for my fridge & fridge slide. I've been looking at the following items & I'm not fussed which brand I go for: http://www.offroadsystems.com.au/fridge_slide.html bottom of page for this one ;) http://www.platinum4x4.com/Products/TieDownKits.asp Black...

I'm about to buy a 12 volt compressor fridge but I'm not too sure what if anything I need to do to power it. I've got the standard 2 battery 12/24V starting arrangement in my 80. Can I connect the fridge to the Power supply JB under the bonnet or do I need to add in a third battery/wiring/split...

Has anyone heard of or have any opinions about these? They look reasonably priced but....? http://www.kampa.co.uk/portable_cooling/compressor45.html

With the other discussion about Radiator types I think it would be a good idea to pool the forum knowledge on how to correctly flush the cooling system prior to installing your nice shiny new radiator? I'm also about to replace my radiator, it's only 2 or 3 years old but it's leaking from the...

Went out in the cruiser at lunctime today & thought I could hear the turbo a lot more clearly, I parked up with the engine still running & when I opened the door I could clearly hear the exhaust blowing. The exhaust has snapped on the front pipe just below the flexible section :x What's the...

These look interesting :thumbup: http://www.longfieldsuperaxles.com/products/TOYOTA-KNUCKLE-LIFETIME-WIPER-SEALS.html There's also a good post showing how to install here: http://forum.ih8mud.com/ih8mud-com-vendor-marketplace/339142-toyota-knuckle-lifetime-wiper-seal.html Looks like they...

Hey Chaps, I need some advice. Driving home from work this evening (22 mile drive) after a couple of miles I washed the screen & noticed the wipers were a bit slow, looking at the voltage indicator the needle was bang on the half way mark. I was running the aircon & the radio, so turned them...

Hello Chaps, I started replacing my rear discs & pads last night & came across a problem. When removing the sliding pins for the caliper the rubber dust boot got torn up. Firstly is it correct to have only one rubber boot on one pin & a rubber plug in the caliper for the other pin. Secondly...

How do I tell what type of wheel nuts (Bevelled or flat with washer) are required for my alloy wheels? The alloys been retrofitted by the previous owner as GS models were supplied with steel from the factory & I suspect I'm running the original nuts (Bevelled)

With Toyo Diy having to take down the parts diagrams, not sure if you've seen this alternative site, no euro prices unfortunately but everything else is there. 8-) http://www.toyotapartszone.com/genuine/toyota-parts.html

Hey, has anyone got any tips how I can open my tailgate (top), as of this afternoon it will not open, I can hear the actuator locking /unlocking but the tailgate handle has no effect. I'm guessing a linkage has probably undone or snapped?

Hello all, just moved over after reading all the ELCO messages ;)