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As above, looking for a torque converter for my cruiser. Anyone got one hanging about?

Hey guys, need some help. Don't often have trans issues so I'm not a pro but today I noticed the a pretty bad grinding/clanking noise coming from the bell housing area when I'm in Drive or reverse, with my foot on the break. When moving I don't really hear much but that could be because of...

Since purchasing a high millage 100 series, I'm trying to get it to a nice healthy spec. I have the typical R to D clunk and upon further notice, I have notiable rottational play in the CV's where they enter the flange. I won't be able to see if it's the CV or flange that is worn but my guess...

Picked up a 1999 Lexus LX470 over the weekend. Quick specs are 240k miles and fairly stock. Hydraulic suspension removed, and has OME 1.5" Kit on it. 285 75 16 KO2's and a Slee Diff drop. Two front seat bases need some work done on them but mechanically she is pretty sound. I'll know more once I...

Neat Job.

As above, mine took a crap yesterday. Pretty sure it's the Spill control valve, but might as well hunt for a good working used pump if possible. As usual these things happen when I need to use the truck! Anyone got a spare one lying around?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Toyota-Land-Cruiser-Colorado-Prado-70L-long-range-expedition-auxiliary-fuel-tank/173578342451?hash=item286a135033:g:lbgAAOSwxB5bu3nQ:rk:34:pf:0 Pretty sure this isn't for a 90/95. Could be for the 120 though as didn't they move the tank to the side? Bargain for the...

I'm finally putting together the AMC head I've had stored for a good few years now, but upon assembling it all have run into one main issue. I'll walk you through what I've done. I have a new head, new valves, springs ect. I seated the new valves into the head using a hand lapping tool and...

Does anyone know a good shipping/courier service for car parts, like bonnets for example? From the UK to the US. Thanks in advance!

So here's the issue... When I lock the car with the fob (activating the alarm) my battery is somewhat draining overnight. The longer the time frame the more you can tell via how slow the starter turns over. If I lock the cruiser with the key I don't have any problem the days I start her up...

As the title says really, I'm fairly confident my 21 year old starter is on it's way out as the years go by. Once temps dip, it winds over slower and behaves as though the batteries are dead when they're not. I've also read a bad starter can kill batteries over time which I think occurred few...

Well after 210,000 miles and 21 years BOTH side boots have torn and come loose on the outside clamp. Basically cut themselves off from the clamp clean. This pretty much happened a few days ago so I'm not worried about the CV's itself, plenty of grease still in there. It might be usual wear...

Hey guys, After some advice/help on this. my friend has a rental in the UK, got new tenants in the house couple months ago and they're now about a month overdue on rent, and he doesn't see them paying anytime soon. They've not given me any kind of reason, and are ignoring messages, and keep...

Hey guys, Though my current head is fine (so far), I have my AMC head laying around and thought I'll build it up and leave it on a shelve till I swap it, as I'd rather take mine out complete and put the AMC one complete. I'm mainly after the Buckets/shims that sit on top of the valves as I...

Long story short, I've been keeping my eye out for a rear axle here in the states as many 4runners share the same axle. However, many of them run a LSD diff, and very few have the diff lock version. I've just come accross a rear axle in pretty good condition and priced well but it is the LSD...

Looking out for some used 80 series front springs. Ideally any of the following... 19" Double Pink Light Blue White 7.5 wraps 18.5" Double Pink Grey White 7.5 wraps 18 7/8" Orange Orange White 7.75 wraps Prefer if the springs weren't sagging too badly on removal. Let me know what you have.

Here's the trouble... On some mornings on first start up the engine turns over slow (half the usual speed) but fires up within couple seconds like normal. I thought the batteries were on there way out so got them checked. One was good but not 100% so was replaced under warranty. A few days...

So last week I took a road trip up to New york from where I live (Florida). Got back last night. The journey was 1200 miles long and took 17 hours with three stops just for diesel. Alternated driving with my dad so the journey was a breeze and the cruiser plowed through the miles nicely. For...

So my inner tie rods have developed some play over there 190k miles life and it's time to change them out. What have people replaced them with, milner, roughtrax or toyota? With such a vital part I'd like good quality stuff! There's plenty of option over here in the states but I have no...

Seeing as I'm going to be keeping the cruiser for a while, I thought it's probably best to create an ongoing thread rather than posting content all over the place, so this will be my build thread. It probably won't be like many other members as my truck stays on the road 99% of the time...

Hi Guys, So I've been having a strange clicking sound coming from the passenger side glove box area. On further inspection it seems to be coming from the Fan motor area. The clicking sound is louder than a relay clicking so I reckon it's something that needs to be sorted sooner than later...

Quick question, Currently have a marine deep cycle battery in the truck as the one that was there failed a few days ago. It's 650cca. Is it safe to run in parallel with my other regular battery? Are there any pros/cons in running a marine deep cycle battery like this? I read they don't...

So I'm a little stuck. I currently have the standard 7 pin UK trailer socket wired in, and I'm in the process of wiring in a 4 pin trailer harness as these are the most common over here. But here's the trouble... The US trailers (99% of them) use the Indicators as there breaks unlike our UK...

Ok guys, I think I have a bad injector... A few symptoms are the following - Takes a bit longer than usual to start 3-4 seconds of cranking. There is no air in the fuel, and fuel is not draining back. - Slight miss when cruising at around 75-80 and call for a little bit more power - No...

Link speaks for itself... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/JOBLOT-Genuine-Toyota-Parts-Made-in-Japan-HILLUX-LAND-CRUISER-etc-NO-RESERVE-/331768700825?hash=item4d3ef49f99:g:r50AAOSw8-tWYNLM No reserve as well...

Hey guys, So now that my cruisers all well and nice, further projects are sparking... When cruising on the motorway it feels pretty nice doing 80mph but I feel like it could always use a taller 4th gear to drop the revs. At 80mph I believe it's at about 2700RPM. If I could drop it to...

Hi everyone, I've got a strange starting problem on my cruiser (90 series with the 1KTZT-E). So here goes... Whether it be hot or cold, it would take a good amount of cranking for her to fire. I would average around 6 seconds of cranking, which is a lot in my book. One time it took twice as...

So if you've been following my separate thread, you'll know my cruiser overheated and then it wouldn't start back. Traced the problem down to the spill control valve (Again). I have one on the way but just out of boredom and my understanding of things I thought why not see if I can fix it...

So as some of you know already, me and my family have moved to Florida on a pretty permanent bases. Ever since the move I've been dealing with ways of getting my cruiser over here with me. Not just because it's a fantastic machine. But it's been with me and my family since year 2000 and we've...

Thought it'll be worth asking if anyone needs a headlight swap done. It'll be from Europeans cruisers I guess. I need LHD Headlights, and in return you can have my RHD headlights. Chances are slim, but worth a post! :icon-biggrin: Thanks, Beau

So as the title suggest, I'm wondering if anyone on the forum in the UK has dealer plates I could borrow. My truck is currently off the road and soon will be declared ready for export (2 months time or so). However upon arranging shipment, I need to get the truck down to southampton for the...

Long story short, I'm in the process of trying to get my cruiser over to the states. Things remain a bit uncertain at the moment so I haven't jumped the gun with a actual thread yet! However, things are looking positive :dance: I just have a couple questions, which I'm hoping some of you nice...

Well as some of you may know I'm now in the US, Florida to be specific! The cruiser will be joining me shortly (in about 6-7 months). That's a different story anyway! Anyway I bought a 02 Cadillac Escalade as I needed something quickly, that was big and would basically get me from A-B, but I...

So here's the story. My home is on the Market for 375k. I have a family who are interested in purchasing it on these conditions. They'll rent the home at a agreed price for a year, before purchasing it outright at the end of the year. That agreed price will certainly be top end price for my...

Ok guys, really need your help here! About 2/3 month ago whilst driving my cruiser (Colorado) just cut off on me and a bit of smoke came through into the cabin from behind the head unit area and drivers side foot well. I pulled over and checked everything, no broken or burnt wires, everything...

Well, it's not exactly a build because I'm using a tank that's been made already...But it is something I thought I'd share. This was done about a month ago in preparation to a trip to Paris. It was a little rushed at the time as I only had couple days to pull it off. I actually finished off the...

Hi Guys, I am in the process of getting my wheels refurbed however I still need the car to be in use. So I am either looking to buy a set of wheels and tyres (In reasonable condition) or for a temporary set which I can return. Can anyone help me out? Cheers, Beau

Hey Guys, In the process of wiring up my pump for my auxiliary tank but have a couple problems. So basically I have a simple two way switch running the pump currently which works fine, wired in on Ignition. I want to use a 12 volt light so that I know when the pump is on and off. Light on =...

Hey Guys, Recently got a second hand facelift Bumper with the fog lights but they didn't come with any bulb/bulb holders... Since I was in a rush to swap the Bumpers over I forgot to check the Bulb fitments so am hoping someone could shed me some light, from what I can see it has three slots...

Toyota landcruiser Colorado/prado LWB leather interior with door cards in good condition. Grey leather is dirty and can do with a wash and leather treatment but there are no rips or tears and the drivers seat isn't in terrible saggy condition like most of them. Also has Headrest, not sure if...

Hey guys, A friend of mine is looking for a LJ70 flywheel for his cruiser, needs it pretty urgently as well. I've checked Milners and there price for one is £280... :wtf: Anywhere else I can check? Alternatively anyone selling a good second hand one? Cheers, Beau

Hey guys, I've recently become a US resident and will be looking at the possibility of moving over there. However I have one main concern and that is my 22 months old Akita, and getting her accross to the US from the UK. These are the options I've considered so far. Aeroplane - She'll go in...

Hey guys, Long story short, my exhaust system is shot! Rear section including Middle Muffler have both rusted and fallen away. I removed them this evening and turned the key, fair to say I reckon I need some sort of silencer as it just seems too loud. I'm going to test the DB's tomorrow and...

Ok guys, many of you owning the 1KZT-E engine will at one point need to clean the filters in your injection Pump. I've done a in-depth video on how to go about doing this for you all. The pump in my guide was Brand new, and also out of the truck so it was very easy, but it is highly doable on...

Hey guys, thought this may be a little fun for us to do... :think::lol: In short, post a video of your cruiser doing a 0-60mph run. It'll be something for others to compare and it'll show the better performance modifications over the poor. It'll be interesting to compare all makes and models...

Hey Guys, last summer I did a engine swap on my colorado for a lower mileage one. I thought I would make a quick and brief guide for future reference. I didn't take a lot of pictures as I was too greasy but there are some. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g_OxGnJkKU Hope it helps! Beau

New Wheels, New Boots! UPDATED - more pics Got some new wheels which I had on the truck for couple months but the tyres were too small for my likings, so I've upgraded for some General Grabber 305 50 20" Tyres, got them fitted a couple days ago. The 305 50 equates to 32.3" when I measured it...

Hi guys, im after either a complete steering rack or just the top housing, I over tightened mine and broke piece of the housing off and need a replacement im going to see if I can get it welded but much prefer a replacement rack or housing if anyone has one please let me know, a damaged one...

Hey guys, Planning on making a stainless steel custom exhaust for my collorado, it'll be a side exit just in front of the right rear tyre. Will be using 3" stainless for the complete system... and re using the middle silencer My plans are as follows... Custom 3" Dump Pipe - This will...

Hi guys, I managed to get hold of a pair of the new clear plastic headlights, but the fixings are slightly different and the clear side lights will be needed for them to fit, and I'm not a fan of bodging up the job... So I'm after a pair of clear plastic side lights from a colorado/prado...