Lj70 build thread

[alexy]

no, this
http://www.euro4x4parts.com/toyota_...adlamp_1985_1990/3_engine/I/fuel_tank_plunger

its called a plunger. you look where two rubber hoses leave the top part of the tank and head towards the front of the car. basically the engine fuel supply line.

I don't think the big rubber hose must be changed unless its necessary, otherwise you end up replacing the whole car.

check that plunger now. and replace if needed.
then, put a small transparent hose , first between fuel filter and fuel tank. check if you see air. if not, fine.
then shift that small transparent hose forward from filter. i.e. between fuel filter and injection pump. and leave it there.
that will be your feed back if you get air in the fuel lines.

I do get a bit air from fuel filter housing, but its just a bit and I left it run like this, until I find a better fuel filter housing.

hope this helps.

 

[StarCruiser]

Have a look on Amayama.com where you get genuine parts for far less money. Sure there's import and vat and carriage but it still works out cheaper and you're keeping it Original. It's worth getting genuine parts as it's these that make the trucks as reliable as they are.
I think I'd spray that filler with polyurethane expanding foam and encapsulate it. No moisture would get at it then!

 

[Bund]

Have a look on Amayama.com where you get genuine parts for far less money. Sure there's import and vat and carriage but it still works out cheaper and you're keeping it Original. It's worth getting genuine parts as it's these that make the trucks as reliable as they are.
I think I'd spray that filler with polyurethane expanding foam and encapsulate it. No moisture would get at it then!

i must of got that site wrong as i went on there and sent a message about the item i wanted and i was sent an automated message to say a reply will be with me in 1-3 days.

If they come back cheaper and quicker it might be worth me buying it and offering the other one when i get it. I'm not sure how quickly my guys expecting it.

 

[StarCruiser]

That's the way it works. They will reply but they are confirming current price and shipping. They are pretty good. It takes 2-3 weeks to receive the parts. Roughtrax is a good UK supplier.

 

[Bund]

That's the way it works. They will reply but they are confirming current price and shipping. They are pretty good. It takes 2-3 weeks to receive the parts. Roughtrax is a good UK supplier.

Damn I know that name too, I've ordered off Milner now and they said it can't be cancelled as coming from Japan but unlikely ill have it before Christmas, I sent an email to say if i could cancel it i'd be happy with credit as I'm sure to need more stuff. It would just be better to get things sooner but in reality it might not be painted before Christmas now anyhow.

 

[StarCruiser]

Some Milner parts are OK. Some are even sold as genuine Toyota…

 

[Bund]

Some Milner parts are OK. Some are even sold as genuine Toyota…

Well they called it a special order part so I have no idea if oem or a copy but they did say it was coming from Japan.

 

[StarCruiser]

Well they called it a special order part so I have no idea if oem or a copy but they did say it was coming from Japan.

It could well be genuine Mr T. …sees Mr Milner on the Amayama site placing order…

 

[Bund]

In fairness it’s only done 89k!!!

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/253297636528

 

[Bund]

Morning,
Decent week, welding will be done, some polishing to happen around front screen areas, floor was good with just a little bit of work, front window area and side window areas taken care of. I think can start prepping it for paint next week. I imagine it will be good to go in Jan and I’m in the Warmer area of SA for first part so I “hope” will be something to look forward coming back for.

 

[StarCruiser]

That is looking so much better already. I'm surprised, it looks like he's not using Weld Through Primer. If there's plenty of seam sealer used after the welding on all the seams I guess no moisture can get in. Worth putting this on before the truck leaves the warm and dry.

 

[Bund]

I’ll pose the question/suggestion.

 

[Bund]

Just a few photos from my guy to show me he’s started painting it, I think I can see the light!! We’ve chatted about not putting the extended arches back on. I like it with them but they have a lot to answer for but without them The spacers would have to come off or can’t see it passing an mot.

New headlining can go in shortly

 

[Bund]

Ahh I missed the welding part I think?

 

[Ben Stratford]

Good progress there bund and it reminds me that mine isnt as bad as it could be.
Left all the mud flaps off mine after the body resto as they all trapped the nasty stuff where rust was breeding. But like them on better.
May need to find a solution as the car gets filthy very quickly without mud flaps

 

[Bund]

I can also change the colour if I want, I like the mat finish as well as the metallic. I can’t see these ever being like a 993 RS so I don’t think a colour change would hurt its value. I’m a fan of Daytona grey off the Audi’s.

Whats others opinions?

 

[Ben Stratford]

There are some semi matt finished that are very nice - i think audi does one?
I went for toyota 153 a stock colour for my truck. (only done the back half so far so its 2 tone!)

 

[Bund]

I just said to the guy about Daytona grey but then I’ll have to remove the engine to do it properly. I do want it done properly but don’t really want to remove the engine so that may push me to stick original.

 

[Bund]

I should have called it a restoration thread.

I can finally see a light.....

 

[Bund]

Some paint