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  1. Prado_Primate

    Front wheel noise

    Hey all, Sorry, I posted this before in the 120 forum on the site but didn't have much luck. Disclaimer: I'm somewhat mechanically inclined, been learning about Prado systems, but don't have much experience, especially with Landcruisers. I am living in Kenya and don't have any tools and rely on...
  2. Prado_Primate

    What's that noisy? Wheel bearing and steering column

    Thanks, Rob. I had the upper bushes done and the lower seem to be ok. That certainly wouldn't be the rattle in the video? You think the clicking I described with lateral movement would be the control arm bushes?
  3. Prado_Primate

    What's that noisy? Wheel bearing and steering column

    Hi all, this noise just came about on my 120. I suspect it's the wheel bearings, but it seems like a lot of noise for bearings. I jacked the truck and there is vertical play while rotating, suggesting the bearings. There is also some horizontal play and a clicking up the steering column though...
  4. Prado_Primate

    Expat with family working in Kenya

    Thanks for the replies, everyone. Unfortunately the truck came with almost new Maxxis AT700 Bravo tyres and we can't afford new tires until we get more grant money. But I know these tires will give us a headache. Our colleague has the same tires and repairs them every other day after using his...
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    Expat with family working in Kenya

    Hi All, My family and I usually reside in the US (although I'm Canadian). We are in Kenya for up to 18 months while my wife collects data for her dissertation. We needed a truck for the field that would also be comfortable to shuttle our 18 mo old around in. We also wanted a reliable engine...
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