Recent content by Martingray

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Thanks for getting my lazy butt out and take it apart. Looks like I’ll be needing a whole new compressor. Once I removed the pulley, parts fell out. The snap ring that holds the pulley no longer has a lip to hold it in place. That’s what broke, and that’s part of the compressor.

Thanks for the tip. I thought about that too but it only happens when clutch is engaged. The pulley is also very loose and wobbly and the compressor drive turns smooth. I may be wrong though.

I don’t know if they’re all the same but I have a 70series. Specifically KZJ78.

I haven’t tried stripping it. It only seizes when the clutch is pulled in. It was getting worse so I just pulled the belt until I get a replacement. It also started creating a lot of dust.

Mine is shot. The compressor is good but the magnetic clutch is seizing up causing belt squeals. I’ve found brand new replacements for just the clutch but they’re going for $350 and up. I think Toyota brand cost around $500.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/hj90mhp7iwxtih1/Photo%20Mar%2004%2C%2012%2027%2057%20AM.png?dl=0 Looking for new or used clutch magnet off of a 1kzte motor. Thanks for looking

Good thinking, I'll try that. Thanks!

Ben, wow thank you for that great info and taking the time to explain it. Now things are starting to make sense and I feel more confident about searching for parts. And I appreciate the heads up regarding the Ironman vs dobinsons. The link for the headlights was exactly what I was looking for...

So I'll just jump right in. I bought a prado and on the title it says kzj78. I've spent about a week trying to find parts for it and I'm not having much luck. I'm having trouble wrapping my head around what parts fit my vehicle. For instance I am only able to find dobinsons who sells a lift kit...

Very nice! Forgive me asking but what is the difference between U.K. Import and Japanese import, other than the obvious? Does yours have a lift kit?

Good points. Thanks for that. Didn't think to check for bubbles in coolant. One thing Japan has is a strict inspection process for all registered cars. Example: wheels sticking out past fenders will fail an inspection. The guy couldn't even sell it if it had leaks or smoke so I'm good there. I...

Good to know. I just asked him if they worked so he pressed it and was looking at the dash. I couldn't see what he was looking at so I'm not sure what the lights were doing. We were parked on pavement when he tried it. I'll have to work something out with him. Thanks!

Also, if someone has advice on things to look for (common issues or indicators to look for that screams "stay away"), that would be awesome. I bought a 97 Ford 7.3 turbo diesel a while back and immediately noticed a small but common fuel leak after bringing it home. If I did a little bit of...

Yes it has rear diff locks but he couldn't get it to work when showing the truck. Should I be concerned? Don't know if this might be a common problem or an easy fix? And yes, it has a sunroof. I'll post interior pics when I pick it up next week. And thanks for your input. Greatly appreciated!