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I like the confidence! ;)

Impressive... take plenty of pics with the truck. Also a record of maintenance with pics would be helpful. Hope all goes well for you.. "Inshallah"! :) Imtiaz

Is there any current (cheaper) alternative to the dealers, for purchasing OEM u joints. I read somewhere that u joints should be replaced in pairs, or was that a full set of 4, is this correct? I had some serious vibrations on a recent outing, and have found some stiff u joints. The joints were...

Recently the mpg went down to around 21 (normally 25mpg), but I'd been waiting a bit longer between gear changes and it was all city driving. So came an opportunity to see if all was OK, in the form of an airport drop off - total 7 adults with luggage. Tyre Pressure: 36 psi all round (Michelin...

Congratulations, what's it like underneath? Looking forward to a build thread. IQ

Jon/Phil (Towpack), thanks, it makes sense now. Just have to be careful when to engage and up to what speed. IQ

Just to report back that the RAV4 Traction Switch did indeed fit and work as intended. However the CDL graphic on the switch does not illuminate when the button is pressed compared to the original which does. So the known switches to work other than the original are: Hazard Warning Light RAV4...

How about one of these? http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=toyota+traction+switch+&_cqr=true&_nkwusc=toyota+tracktion+switch&_rdc=1

Regarding CDL: http://www.youtube.com/user/4xforum#p/u/41/l5u_5kzdEWA ... forward to 2:00 Just checked the price for a CDL Switch (for a 1997 80) from Toyota: 84725-60040 £109.48 ...that's with VAT. IQ

So the next question is ... are the synchro's in the transmission made from brass? Separately... would the rating of GL5 indicate that the oil has these additives? According to the manual the correct oil is: API GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Are all GL-5 rated oils not EP or Hypoid compatible? IQ

Should I be avoiding the "EP Hypoid" rated fluid in the LC Manual Transmission (H151F), or is it all good? IQ

Nick, Molybdenum Grease for the CV joint. Lithium Base Multipurpose Grease for the Bearings IQ

... the manufacturing date Andrew speaks of is in the form of week followed by the year... so 2606 would be 26th week of 2006. Could it be that you have some "old" tyres?

Diagrams work for me ... just need to login. IQ

You haven't used any extreme wheel cleaning products ... that might of caused the rubber to perish? Doubt you have ... but it could be a possibility for instance when trying to clean brake dust of your wheels. IQ

Simon/Crispin, received my collection yesterday. Would have been nice to have some subs for the Afrikaans, however overall well worth it. Thank you both for the effort! IQ

Hi Graham, well done. Which screws did you fiddle with?

OK cool, that's fine - please send transfer details. IQ

Please add: Tyre Repair Workshop The Cruiser and the Hex ... my list, and send total and details for transfer. IQ

Bush Mechanic Workshop Accessorising, a Landcruiser project ... please. ...for now, maybe 1 or 2 more, haven't decided yet. IQ

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change LoL ... yeh you would know! How's it running since the rebuild? Thanks for the picture - makes it much clearer and a good reference for others. IQ

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Another view, no wonder it's hard to locate!

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Paul, I think you're both right! I have a feeling some 1HD-T blocks had them on the right of the oil filter and some on the left as above. However I think all 1HD-FT blocks have them on the left! Correct me if I'm wrong. IQ

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Here is another 1HD-T ... is this more like it? IQ

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Hi Chris, I've got the following 2 links: http://www.landcruiserclub.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=7942 & http://www.landcruiserclub.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=8486 ...none with pics though. Also a link on lcool...

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Here is a clearer picture of the engine block coolant drain plug, but this time on the 1HD-T. IQ

Re: How to flush the Cooling System prior to Radiator change Is this the stop cock / drain plug (large bolt just right off bottom centre) on the engine block of the 1HD-FT? IQ

On to a similar subject ... any recommendations for the "Best Manual Transmission Fluid" for the H151F? Again the Ausies think highly of Castrols VMX-M which I believe is a 75w-85. However not been able to source this in the UK and even so.. not sure it's suited to our colder climate. IQ

No hurry here either Gav.

Are the Front hubs supposed to be slightly warm to the touch after about 300 miles on the motorway? Is this heat being generated from the braking? IQ

Half way between the alternator pulley and the water pump pulley. If you have 2 then you can use 1 as a reference against the other.

I believe it's more to do with the extra charge being created in the alternator than the belts being cold or warm.... Notice the noise disapears when the battery meter in the car comes up to it's normal position. IQ

Loosen Pivot Bolt at the bottom (14mm) - easier to access this from the bottom after taking the undercover off (4 x 12mm @ 21ft-lbs) Loosen Lock Bolt at the top (12mm) Tighten Adjuster Bolt (running left to right) to tighten belt(s). (12mm) Drive belt deflection is: New Belt: 6 - 8mm Used...

I had the same question, currently using 2 tonne stands and 3 tonne trolley jack with another 2 tonne trolley jack as extra.... as mentioned, ok for normal cars.. but ... food for thought. IQ

Just following this, as I've got a pretty prominent squeal when cold starting these days. Does anyone know what the torque settings are for the Pivot (Swivel) Bolt, and the Lock Bolt? Can't find anything in the FSM's/Haynes or Max Ellery's book. IQ

Thanks Chris and Andy, you guys were spot on. I bought this from B&Q for about £16. Link to B&Q http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/nav.jsp?isSearch=true&fh_search=0000003643396&x=0&y=0 Perfect for the job. IQ

Can anyone recommend a pump to change the fluid in the Diffs and the gearbox. I've only come up with this so far, from halfords (also in machine mart): http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_567051_langId_-1_categoryId_165469#dtab...

Cool, thanks!

Any idea what torque is to applied to these wiper seal bolts? IQ

Good job - well done! Still some snow left to play in!

Didn't get a chance to work on it today. But yeh... it's not difficult. IQ

Can I borrow your multi coloured brush? In the middle of an axle rebuild. Your right though... it's amazing how you don't notice the cold when your getting stuck in!

I have the same problem in the same place on the exhaust. Have been thinking about going to a 3" full Stainless Steel replacement. Would be interested to know your solution. IQ

Please put my name down too. Thanks IQ

Hi, A newbie here needing some advice with this broken ABS Sensor "casing?". Can anyone recommend some products and the method to glue/bond this back together. The sensor itself is fine, the casing broke when trying to undo the bolt (pictured) for the bracket which holds the wire connecting to...

Can someone PM me Ian Rubie's contact details please.

OEC is one supplier at £373 for the set with CC Bushes

Hmmm... seems I've been spending too much time on ih8mud (and that too in the 80 forums...) and need to look in the other direction. I did try the search again here.. and did find the following this time in the 90 section: Polyurethane bushes I presume your talking about LCOOL (AUS) and...

Hi Guys, Wonder if I can get some help deciding which bushes to go for, for my LC80. After doing a bit of research I get the feeling the consesus is that OEM bushes are proven in the field and hence are preferred over Polyurethane Bushes like Super Pro. The Super Pro Kit includes: Front Track...