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Hi @scooby, Sorry, I don't know about PAS details on the 120. I'd suggest starting a new thread in the "120 Series" forum. Cheers.

Hello @scooby, wow, that's a low-mileage LC4. I'm sure someone more knowledgeable will be able to help, but it is a bit of a different issue, especially being on a 120-Series. The 120 has permanent four wheel drive, so it would be worth checking that your central and rear diffs aren't locked...

Brief update... I've not been able to address the PAS issue yet, but the steering has gone back to normal, so it's some sort of intermittent issue. I think the first thing I'll do is flush the PAS fluid, and maybe add some Liqui Molly Stop-leak (is this a good idea?), then see if the problem...

Thanks Shayne and Bob. Ball joints are definitely on the imminent to-do list, but they're not badly worn yet, just slight play. As you say, they could contribute to strain on the PAS pump, which I think looks to be the primary suspect at this point.

Thanks Shayne. What does this do? I'll go take a look and try it.

Hello All, Just wondering if anyone has any pointers for a recent development on my 100. Yesterday the steering went quite heavy / lumpy. As you turn the steering wheel, the power steering seems to pulse slightly. If you turn, then let go of the wheel, the power steering only partially...

The basic Rival skid plate for my 100 arrived yesterday. Fairly straightforward to fit. They do well at coming up with plenty places to mount the plate using standard holes in crossmembers etc. Quite pleased so far – not a particularly tough off-road plate, but a good replacement for the rusty...

Hi Sam, I've just ordered one from Rival for my 100. Just a basic 2mm steel one to replace the standard, which like yours was in poor condition. Won't be anything like the ASFIR one above, but it was by far the cheapest option. I can post some photos when it arrives if you like? For the...

That looks like a superb beast!

Update: the rear of the sump had rotted through, and a previous owner / mechanic had simply wedged a sponge in between the sump and the gearbox! 1HZ-fte sumps are very expensive – so a patch brazed on and painted over has done the job nicely.

I have a 14t strap and shackles from Damar Webbing Solutions. (Home Page - [Leaving Land Cruiser Club]) Made in the UK with personal customer support. Would recommend them. Whatever you get, go way overkill. They generally say to go for a 14t rating for normal 4x4 recovery. I recently saw a...

Nah, of course none of us bought 'Cruisers for economy! And sure, how we drive certainly makes the greatest difference. As does route planning. I recently noticed a 10mpg difference when comparing using B roads with using the motorway. But all of this is extremely subjective and variable...

I nearly added a clause about the driver aspect of fuel efficiency!

Hi All, Just wondering if anyone has any tips for improving fuel efficiency on the 1hd-fte? Any recommendations regarding air filters? Has anyone here tried Hiclone fuel savers, ozbush chips, or other chips on the 4.2 engine? Have to say I'm a bit skeptical about tuning / chips, but folks...

Nice work! Welding those arches, with almost no metal there to start with, is a nightmare! My Dad and I have recently addressed rust in the same areas on my 100. After some welding, and thinking we'd set the interior of the car alight at one point, we opted for fibreglass. Much easier than...

Hi All, Thought I'd show my first minor modification to my 100 Series from a few months ago. Working in Agriculture, I always have tool boxes in the back of the Land Cruiser, and often greasy machine parts, too. This wasn't very compatible with the luxurious deep pile carpet that the car came...

Just changed all brake pads and calipers. While I had it jacked up, I noticed the offside front wheel bearing has some play. Yay, another job... Also seem to have developed an oil leak – not had a chance to investigate thoroughly yet.

Hi All, My 100 Series 1HD FTE has developed an oil leak. Not good press since it's usually parked next to the neighbour's Land Rover! Just wondering if there are any known common sources of leaks? It seems to be coming from the rear of the engine. It's filling up the sponge between the bottom...

Howzit! That's a rare beauty on this Muddy Bank!

Huh! Anyone want to talk about global warming? :) I drive a 'Cruiser to make the crops grow greener!