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Hello mate. You’re in a good spot for some exploring. Lucky you’re already a surgeon- finding someone decent round here isn’t the easiest of tasks! :)

Thanks for the link Towpack. Yes it occurred to me, and I suppose you’re all right about a specialist but it s that “enTrust” question, and overcoming my delusions of mechanical grandeur! Do decent specialists usually give you an analysis or print out or something?. I really want to see for...

Hi all Can anyone recommend a decent pop tester that won’t break the bank? I heard good things about this BGS technic | Injector Nozzle Tester | purchase online - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club] But at €500+ it s a bit beyond budget. And the lower end ones mostly appear to leak and need rebuilding.

Anyone know the actual difference between injectors other than the label? My troopy is SA spec and i have the HA compensator but unsure what difference or harm it will do if I put in the standard injector type or replace my existing with the standard nozzles. 1) 23600-19035 (with high...

I’ve had an oil seepage from somewhere other than the oil sump plug (it’s always oily around there) and I think I ve narrowed it down to either the oil strainer flange gasket OR the strainer sub assembly hose which has just aged since 2011. I’ll just replace them both. Only thing is that hose...

Thank you. I’ll give it a bash

I never tow. Happy to make the sacrifice. Would you know how?

Hmm, that’s good to know. is there a way to by-pass that switch? Or is housed within the socket assembly?

It’s got a towbar port/socket yes

Did you find your answer Ram? Got the same issue

The one under the bumper for the IVA. Forgive the ignorance but where was your earth connected to the chassis?

Once again congrats on the build. Been following from the start and it’s a fine specimen! I have a question you might be able to answer - I may have a similar fog light as the one pictured in the early days of your build (the Aus one before you had to move it for the IVA). On mine it’s not...

Just a regular place. You could attach the mount yourself- it was only the removal of the old one that brought out the hammers

Was also advised to put in a longer flex pipe and a 3mm thickness exhaust pipe next time around.

Turns out that the flex pipe i had ( see pics) has seized and hardened and the only option other than its replacement is to put in a beefy rubber mount below the place where the exhaust knocks

I think you may be right. mine is straight too without flex

No I didn’t- and I can’t imagine this hasn’t cropped up before. I ll need to ask around at some exhaust fitting shops. I’ll let you know what I find

From the rear facing forwards

Does anyone know if the exhaust section beneath the offside, driver’s door should have any kind of clamp or fixture ? It started shuddering quite harshly - noticeable especially after switching off the engine. There’s nothing holding it in position - it’s just resting on the rock slider...

Thanks for your reply Firewout. Just to confirm- I still need to slacken that lower pivot bolt first, then the lock nut as you suggest…

Hello all I need to tighten the dual drive belts (alternator) but the process is too simple for anyone to have documented it for a fool. The Toyota maintenance manual does nt even mention it. So as per the diagram - do first loosen the lower alternator nut (highlighted in yellow) then turn...

Beautiful - it really is. Can you say a bit more about the hot water solution and how it’s rigged up. I won’t say no to more pics either!

https://m.facebook.com/100057570463347 Not tried but Bigfoot custom & blasting seems more reasonable.

thank you I'll give them a bell. Been quoted some pretty hefty prices...

Can anyone suggest anyone in the South East (ish) UK for front bull bar, rocksliders and rear carrier/bumper removal, sandblast and powder coat?

Liking it…What are your TT springs rated at for your estimated total weight?

It’s looking really clean. how does your deck shower look / operate?

Yes, it's just the emissions problem. I m seeking workarounds but it's complicated to say the least. For dvla purposes is the conversion still M1 cat? I see theres a "moto campervan" option but not clear on the category...

I binged watched that youtube blokey for hours! Thanks for the link. Well that s quite reassuring stuff reliability-wise.I'm still really curious to see your real world mpg figures! Where can you source the HZJ78 new? Everything I found is "for tropical export only". But that said, I don't...

Until this great build i always believed any petrol 4x4 mpg would be prohibitive (never giving up on the 1hz search) You got me researching the 1GR-FE engine. It s quite clear you know what you re doing. What's your take then on the reliability section near the bottom of it page...

Hello David. Can you post your email or drop me a message re the 78 - I m interested. I can’t seem to find the private message thingy. Sorry to hear your news.

Thanks for sharing Kimbo. Always nice to see things in action. Can I ask where you sourced your 78 from?

What a project!! Thank you for this write up - really looking forward to this build process and I've not seen anything that shows you how to get through the IVA either. Can I ask your reasoning behind the Petrol engine choice vs Diesel? And any idea about mpg (dare I ask?!)

Thanks all. A VW tester would do the trick ( if they have nt all been passed the buck)! I thought about a J import but from Belgium seems less to me a tad easier. I went to the dealer asking about the tropical spec is. This is what they said and couldn't come up with much more- "Adapted...

Hello All, Still a newbie with a few questions. I'm dreaming about a 78. What obstacles do you see with importing something like this to the UK? Toyota Land Cruiser 78 RHD Metal top hzj 78 4.2L Diesel Manual RHD Africa Low price! en1380 - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club] I appreciate...

Yes please. How do you find it? Does the seal extend around all 4 sides? And leaks? If you have any pics that would be great. Can't seem to find much out there

Bmonck, what was the European company called for your poptop?