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  1. big-yin

    Something getting hot

    I need a little help on something that’s bugging me on my 99 4.7 auto. If I use 2nd gear (or D) at 40mph going up a nearby mountain for maybe 3-4minutes steady part throttle I can smell oil like something overheating. Can drives fine on full throttle, nice and smooth not clunking which I had...
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    Toyota specialists in Scotland?

    Evening Just a quick check to see if anyone has details of any Land Cruiser specialists in Scotland, ideally near Inverness or Fort William. I’m moving house soon so thought I’d see what is around. Thanks
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    Back in a 100 Series

    I picked this ‘99 100 Series 2UZ-FE Auto, 135k, with General Grabber MT, up a few weeks ago. Since the demise of my last 100 (rust) and unfortunate series of events with the 80, I’ve been cruiser-less but happy to be back in one again. She’s not perfect but in much better general shape that the...
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    Help identifying my alloys - 96 80 Series

    Afternoon Is anyone able to help me identify the alloys fitted to my 80? My new insurance company has asked so I'm looking into it as much as possible. It's an Australian import so they may have originated from there, not sure. Any help very much appreciated, thanks. Michael
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    Parts for 80 (4.5 Auto Petrol/lpg 1996 Australian import)

    Morning Now that my 80 is my daily driver I'm looking for parts but having trouble finding items. Where does everyone go to get bits? It doesn't help that I have an Australian import either. I need: Downpipe - de-cat Washer bottle with pump New AC condenser Top Radiator hose It looks like...
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    Wanted : 80 4.5 Petrol Window Washer bottle with working pump (Australian)

    I’m on the look out for an Australian spec window washer bottle with working pump for my petrol 80. If anyone knows of one or has one can they let me know please? thanks Michael
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    Meet up

    Anyone fancy a meet up? I wasn't sure which section to put it in so thought I'd start here. If no-one has been to Caffeine and Machine (https://caffeineandmachine.com/) , near Stratford Upon Avon then that could be a good central place that is easy enough to get to, has coffee, food and at...
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    LPG Servicing

    Morning Does anyone know any LPG servicing specialists in/near Daventry? Northamptonshire/Bucks/Warwickshire too right on the border of them. My 80 has lost the lpg side which the seller said would just be a solenoid that goes occasionally, just my luck its happened now. Thanks.
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    Finally an 80 owner

    So I finally found an 80 I liked, Stuart (stumog) very kindly had a look yesterday and based on this I put a deposit down and then went to pick it up today. https://www.landcruiserclub.net/community/media/arrivedhome.2907/ Very happy, needs a few things doing but by in large, for a 23 year old...
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    Another Cruiser

    Afternoon Next year I'm moving to Scotland and my intention is to take two Cruisers with me. I have a 100 already and while not perfect and needing a bit of work done, I absolutely love it but I'd like to pick up an 80 too, probably crazy I know :) From my little knowledge the 4.2 TD 24v is...
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    MOT time

    Afternoon BigGreen went in for her MOT and I was expecting it to fail as I knew that a few things needed replacing/fixing most of which were on the inspectors list so not too bad: - New Nearside shock needed as leaking - Hole in exhaust - Suspension arm joint excessively worn nearside front...
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    My 100 up on the ramp need some advice please:

    Afternoon So after having BigGreen (99 4.2TDi Auto) on the ramp at work today I have a few things I'd like some advice on if that is OK. On the front, both sides, there is a bit of play in the wheels so that is being looked at. In addition we noticed that where the U bend arm that meets the...
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    Overlanding in our 99 100 4.2 TDi with enough for 6

    I'm going to be in a position in February next year to kit our 100 out for a big family holiday during summer of 2019. We will have at least 2 adults and 2 kids (6 & 13) with possibly another two teenagers (15) so maximum of 6 of us. We are going up (back home for me) to Scotland for a 7-12...
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    Stalling fixed, next...

    Over a week ago I helped fit a new fuel filter, no stalling issues thus far on my 99 100 4.2TDi. However over the weekend the AHC got stuck on low. When I press the up button it flashes N a few times then does nothing. When I drive away it stays on Lo. I’m hoping to get it on the ramp tomorrow...
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    4.2TDi stalled :(

    I've had mine for nearly 2 months now and about a handful of times after starting from cold in the morning its lost throttle response and gone all fluffy but a few prods of the pedal and its ok again. However last night after a 15mile drive, then leaving for 1 1/2 hours, it started OK but then...
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    1999 4.2TDi Servicing

    Afternoon I've bought the filter package from RoughTrax 4x4 and 15l of oil (Semi Genuine Toyota Engine Oil 5w-30) with a view to doing the work myself (with help) on a ramp at work over the next few weeks. Air filter was easy enough yesterday although I was surprised the size difference from...
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    Hi from Daventry, UK

    Afternoon Just noticed I hadn't posted here so I thought I should: Your Name: Michael Your Cruiser: J100 1999 4.2 TDi with 156000miles in Ashworth Green Mods on your Cruiser: none, yet :) Plans for your Cruiser: Fix the rust and make it a useable family car but able to go off road, long term...
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    My 100 4.2 TDi 1999 Auto

    Hiya Thought I'd post some pics of my first LC I bought a couple of weeks ago. Bought off ebay, probably more with heart than head but i'm happy with my purchase and so are mrs, kids and doggos. Its a 99MY Auto with 156k on the clock, 2 owners I bought for £5500. The bodywork is OK, interior...
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