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I miss my 80, but Mrs Womble doesn't - so i am seriously considering a 200 series import from Japan. Partly to get one that is low on corrosion and partly because UK prices are a bit keen at the moment. Does anyone have any general advice on buying a 200 in the UK or on importing from Japan...

I've had lots of help from those on this forum over the years, so i hope you won't be offended when i post a link to another forum where i have written up the ad. http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/overland-vehicles-equipment-sale-wanted/sale-uk-land-cruiser-80-a-94147 Located in...

I want to take my wheels off to get them sand blasted and power coated. Is there anyone in the London area that could lend me a set while i get it done? 15" or 16" seem to fit fine. Word to the wise, the spare wheel gets an absolute pasting on long sections of gravel. I will be putting a...

So i finally decided to install my reversing camera and screen. However I just couldn't decide how to power it. Most of my other accessories are run straight from the battery, but this is only low draw so it could tap into something else. All i need it an ignition switched 12v source. Any...

Can anyone here give me a crash course in how the boot catch and lock works? I did a few searches but didn't find anything. I have the lift up doors not the barn doors. When i pull the lever on the inside or the outside it doesn't feel like its biting on anything. Is there a stretched...

I'm currently running 33x12.5x15 mud terrains (Mickey Thompson MTZ) and I'm not doing anything an all terrain couldn't handle. PLus I'd like reduce some tyre noise and strain on the steering and move to a 10.5 tyre. Trouble is, BFG don't offer it in the UK and I'm struggling to find another...

I've see a few deals on ebay where sellers are offering 20L bottles of oil. They don't have all the glitz of the retail ones so I don't know how to work out if they'll be ok. I have a 1HZ with 470k kms on the clock, so it doesn't need to be fancy... i've got my eye on...

I'm looking at doing the other front window rubbers, but after i got hit by customs charges i wasn't sure if it really is cheaper to order from overseas. Here is what i found, when looking for part 68151-60010 : Local Toyota dealer. 92.72 ex vat Total: 111.26 Amayama Part: 27.99...

Hi I'd like to be able to resize an image as its displayed. I tried adding [RESIZE ] tags with no joy https://www.vbulletin.org/forum/showthread.php?t=287476 is there a supported way? thanks Womble

I've done a little research and it seems the official height is up to 420mm. EC Directive 94/20/EC stipulates that a vehicle in ‘laden condition’ should have a tow ball height of between 350mm and 420mm. From <http://www.pfjones.co.uk/towball-heights.html> I have a hayman reese towbar...

I'm not sure of the right terminology here so please bear with me. Mrs Womble gets very frustrated with the doors not staying put while she descends to ground level. is there a way to stiffen up the ratchet mechanism so it doesn't swing back immediately? thanks!

My power steering pump leak has finally , after 4 + years, reached the top of the to do list. A new one is £500, so i'm not keen on that. A gasket kit (04446-60050) is only £15. Has anyone go experience of removing and/or rebuilding this pump? Would I need anything else from this list if i...

Although the process of importing a car is not hugely complex, there are a lot of moving parts. I'm sure it will be different journey for everyone, but here is my journey to a V5. Womble

Hi - what is the procedure for uploading a manual? I am editing a few of the 80 series manuals so the contents pages refer to the PDF page numbers and added documents links to the sections. Womble

Hi I am trying to complete a DVLA form to get my HZJ 80 registered in the UK. As its over 10 years old i don't need a certificate of conformity , but without one i am struggling with a few of the questions. What are the braked and unbraked maximums for other UK 80 series? I don't want to...

Has anyone used rust buster to protect their 80? rust .co.uk I might be able to get the coating on, but i will never be able to clean it and dry it. I've just booked in for next week.

Hi I need to drop the 15w40 Valvoline Super Diesel out my 1HZ to replace it with something more appropriate for a UK winter. Planning on a 5w40, but not sure which one. I understood that the Valvoline Super Diesel was formulated for high mileage (264k) diesels (although i'm not sure how)...

This part of the forum doesn't seem all that active. I've been away from the UK for a few years, are there any legal green lanes / BOATs etc left? I'm based just west of London, if anyone wants to show off their local lane i'd be glad of a second vehicle.

Hi Just wanted to say hello to some UK 80 series owners. Glad to see I'm not the only one.... I am in the process of importing an HZJ80 GXL from Australia, after an overland trip. From what i can tell a rear fog light is mandatory for an MOT, so i'll need to wire one in. Where is the...