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  1. Ben Stratford

    LC300, Diesel, Wheezing from front passenger side

    Just a idea: worth checking that the mirror is solid and seals working. Can’t think of anything else to check.
  2. Ben Stratford

    Looking for a 24V power windows relay for HJ61

    Hello Ludovic The 24v window relay is hard to find. But I would recommend you contact cruiserworld in Holland who may be able to help. I have sourced many 60 parts from them and their service is excellent Best of luck
  3. Ben Stratford

    1FZ 80 failed on emissions

    Would the highest quality petrol have different emissions than the cheap petrol?
  4. Ben Stratford

    What Are the Most Essential Upgrades for an 80 Series Used in Overlanding?

    Essential things from my experience: Firstly to baseline the vehicle which to me means servicing everything and replacing any worn parts to bring it back to spec. This does two things: Builds reliability back in. Adds knowledge for the user. Once done it’s then a case of tailoring the vehicle...
  5. Ben Stratford

    Overheating 1HDT

    Does it run just as well as before? I would look at the easy things first - like Lorin says, check the gauge. Failing that… Not all head gasket failures involve water and oil mixing, two adjacent cylinders may be leaking compression into each other which a compression test would find out...
  6. Ben Stratford

    Customs duty and Delivery times from Amayama to Ireland

    To be paid on the item price plus shipping price!
  7. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    New filter housing unit arrived and has been installed. The NRV has been removed. Will see how it goes now. Not sure why the pictures keep changing orientation!
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    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    So the new master cylinder finally arrived and I installed it this morning. Bled the master then purged all lines with fresh fluid. They now work perfectly with a consistent brake pedal. Decided to strip down the old one to see if a root cause could be found. And there was an issue with one of...
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  13. Ben Stratford

    Fuel Hatch

    Don’t specifically know about the 120 but in general: When unlatched does it swing open easily? Lubricant on hinge and latch may work wonders. Otherwise it may be a binding cable or internal grease writhing the cable turning to glue due to age. In that case some wd40 squirted down could free it up?
  14. Ben Stratford

    Adverts....

    I’ve had a few but not today so far
  15. Ben Stratford

    Diesel engines at altitude - 1HZ

    My 105 has the optional altitude compensation device fitted to the fuel pump. Not exactly genned up in it yet but perhaps it may be worth looking into?
  16. Ben Stratford

    Pre facelift (2000) breaking.

    That engine would be great in a 60! Assuming it could be installed mechanically with revised engine and gearbox mounts, exhaust mods and propshaft lengths etc, what is involved electrically? I’m suspecting various ecu’s would have to be transplanted?
  17. Ben Stratford

    How to put a fan blade through the radiator

    The blind does a good job preventing silt and mud from blocking up the rad fins which is a bugger to clean out without removing the radiator completely
  18. Ben Stratford

    A few more pics 60 Series

    Pajero??
  19. Ben Stratford

    New 100 Series Parts for Free

    No longer available
  20. Ben Stratford

    New 100 Series Parts for Free

    Yes absolutely @guruvetim can you send a PM with address so I can determine postage cost for you please?
  21. Ben Stratford

    New 100 Series Parts for Free

    A new pair of front door outer weather strips for 100 series. These have the stainless steel beauty strips which are obviously too posh for the 105. Free to anyone who wants them. Just postage to pay please.
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  25. Ben Stratford

    Set of 4 x 16” 5 lug Landcruiser Steel Wheels £200

    These are now free to a good home. Just need to collect. There’s a 5th non matching wheel for a spare also in excellent condition
  26. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    All 4 front pads were worn down to the metal having passed a not 2000 miles ago so I’m thinking it’s the master. All 4 pistons freely returned to normal position when the new pads went in. So a new Master has been ordered. Import duty on this one no doubt!!
  27. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Ok, back from Scotland now and the new fuel filter housing has arrived ready to fit. But had a new issue with brakes. Had sporadic normal pedal with occasional foot to floor moments and sporadic wheel juddering. Just 50 miles from home the low fluid light came in and 1 mile from home there was...
  28. Ben Stratford

    I've decided to turbo my 3.6 H engine!

    Is the dump pipe the best place for an EGT sensor? The piston temperature is the concern I believe so the dump pipe will have a relationship with piston temperature but quite a bit cooler. So establishing the relationship is key to avoid any damage. How would you know what the offset is...
  29. Ben Stratford

    I've decided to turbo my 3.6 H engine!

    Sounds exciting David. Looking forward to how it progresses and the end result. Agree with the doubt about the oil cooler in the return line, I would worry about the potential back pressure but have no experience to draw on. Lots of gauges would be a recommendation. Hopefully you won’t need a...
  30. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Thanks @frank rabbets that’s handy to know. I have a bypass pipe and new clips with me. Got to Lockerbie today no problems at all. When the new filter cap / button assembly arrives I will remove the NRV and see how it goes.
  31. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Yes giving more throttle immediately gets past the surging. Pumping the button before a journey also gets rid of it but if left for a couple of weeks the surging starts to creep back in. Thanks very much @Grimbo you have confirmed my suspicions. A new button / housing top has been ordered. If...
  32. Ben Stratford

    Nearly ready for the paint

    Personally I like the silver roof strips but not that easy to find in good condition. How about painting with them off then if you decide to collect a set then install when you have all the parts? Great to see another 60 getting some love
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    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Thanks @frank rabbets and @Grimbo What I’m finding is under any throttle fuel pressure is fine but at low revs steady throttle in any gear a sort of kangarooing as if there is fuel starvation. If I pump the primer before setting off this disappears but the primer which goes solid is then slack a...
  34. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Took the NRV off to test it and yes it is oriented correctly which is obvious now! It is a small restriction in the line though reducing internal diameter from about 8.5 to 5mm. Is the valve necessary??
  35. Ben Stratford

    Introduction

    Welcome @Devondoc You are very near to me - near Newton abbot. Good to have another local in board
  36. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    In preparation for our trip to Scotland next week, fitted a pair of new Bosch batteries: Changed oil and filter. Changed gearbox and transfer box oil and next is the diff oils. While looking at the fuel filter I noticed a non return valve installed: Is the NRV the right way round though ??
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  39. Ben Stratford

    1976 FJ40

    Could be something electrical moving around and wires burning their insulation? Would have a good look under there and make sure all connections are tight. Not sure if you have a heater resistor under there too but would look at that if you have one. Also check fan motor for anything suspicious.
  40. Ben Stratford

    Advice needed

    My 61 was auto 4 speed. I think it had a different radiator with integral oil cooler for the gearbox but a separate oil cooler can be found I’m sure if needed. It Had the 12HT engine - not sure what your engine is? Potentially any non standard set up may need props modifying?
  41. Ben Stratford

    2001 105 1HZJ fuel light flashing

    Or could be the wire from the switch to gauge has come off?
  42. Ben Stratford

    2001 105 1HZJ fuel light flashing

    I believe each tank has a sender that sends their readings by way of milliohms or something to a switch which then connects to the gauge. So it’s more likely the gauge isn’t working rather than both senders failing at the same time? Just my thoughts of course.
  43. Ben Stratford

    200 series Sahara 2014 - Fuel filter warning indicater

    Some filters have an electrical connector on the bottom or side of the housing to detect when filter maintenance is required. This should be unplugged before screwing off the filter. If not the wires get twisted and can give false readings. Not sure if the 200 has this but worth checking the...
  44. Ben Stratford

    Front brake upgrade

    Hilux calliper's in mine too. Made a massive difference. No mods needed. Very easy. They will run very close to the inner wheel rim. Some aftermarket wheels may rub. But filing off a mm or two from each corner of the larger calliper's solves that
  45. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    That’s great thanks very much
  46. Ben Stratford

    Ben’s 2004 HZJ105 STD Spec 1HZ Manual

    Fantastic @shane11r will see if indeed this mod is installed and implicated. Thanks very much for explaining it and sharing.
  47. Ben Stratford

    Happy new year

    Yes, Happy new year to all
  48. Ben Stratford

    Happy new year

    Yes, Happy new year to all
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