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We need to fit a non specific roof box for a holiday in a couple of weeks and so need some bars to fit across the truck. Anyone got any knocking around or recommend any. Cheers Jonnie

My good lady needs a new car and she wants a Landcruiser. An LC3,4,5 would be ideal but would consider a later 100 series possibly. Only requirements are manual (unless its a minter) and be under 135k anyone out there? apparently there are some colour and interior preferences but I have...

Anyone got a 3b engine and gearbox knocking around? If not I would settle for a 13b-t one if I had to. jonnie

I need a quick sale of my HJ61. Its not yet registered in the UK but I have all the paperwork so its not a big problem. It just needs to get an MOT on the chassis number. If you are REALLY interested then message me, I want £5000. Its in pretty good shape but does need a rear arch welding...

Want a dual cab does not have to be a Toyota. Need to be full size rear seats. That's it really. Cheap wins.

I am on a phone so not so easy to browse so I will just ask. Took insurance out with footman James for my troopy. Mentioned that I am part of a forum... this one. They want a members number. Do I have one? Also does anyone have a v55/5 form knocking around? I have been waiting two weeks from...

Hi all, it's been a while! I need a 3.0 downpipe (the bit with the flex) I actually need a whole exhaust but can order all of it apart from the front bit. Anyone got a used one or new one? Else I think I may be selling it and treating myself to a dual cab pickup. Cheers Jonnie Oh Ben. ...

Hi all, a long shot, I need a sump from a 2H diesel engine for my 1984 hj47 troopy truck! I have had a leek from the sump, mine came with a sump protector plate which over the years has trapped mud and water and slowly rotted the sump though. Anyone? Jonnie

Hi all, I have a HJ61, could do with some cash so considering selling it. Its complete but I have cut out one rear arch ready to weld up, the high roof has some holes. Rust is pretty minimal but is there and will need addressing. Its nothing like what you would expect for one from this...

Hi, i am going to try Paramotoring, I have never done anything like it, I used to have power kites but I fancy flying. I eventually intend to get my microlights licence and get an ultra light but at the moment strapping an engine on my back and taking off from next to my house seems quite...

Its been a while since posting because my 70 has been so damn reliable... I bought it cheap, did an "amazing welding job" on all the arches, new head and alu rad and its awesome, its quick, it managed to pull 4 tons of stone 6 times 5 miles each journey last week and it is just old enough to...

I have managed to spill about 15litres of cooking oil in the rear footwell of my wife's crv... Bolloxs! Henry Hoover has managed to suck a couple of litres back but somewhere there must be another 10 litres hiding. I assume the sound proofing has soaked it up. Any suggestions in how to get it...

Just before I fork out 400 quid on a set of new tires, anyone have any that would fit 31x10.5/15 Always worth a shot Ta Jonnie

Anyone have a roof rack for a 70 series land cruiser or recommend one? I am finding it so small with two kids things need to go up top!

Hi all, I bought myself a dumper for a big job I have at home. Runs great but noticed today that its only running in two wheel drive. The front wheels are not turning under power, the prop shaft to the front is. Its not a major issue but when I get deeper into the job and with some rain...

Hi, unfortunately I am having to sell my camping trailer. I thought I would give the heads up on here first before it goes either on eBay or the Land rover forums. I have had it three years, Its in very good condition, the tent is perfect and made of such a heavy material that without...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/daihatsu-sportstrack-classic-car-custom-hotrod-/321085634765?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item4ac231f8cd

Hi, I am trying to get a builder to build me a workshop, firstly trying to find a good builder that can build it this year is proving tricky, secondly getting a quote on time seems impossible and finally once I got a quote, how do I know its good value and how do I understand what may or may not...

Ok I am stuck in my car so will start this thread now and see if anyone is interested. As you can see its a little over the top but does come with lots of features and if someone is thinking of going on a long trip then with some love this vehicle would be perfect. I shall post...

Hi, I have bought an old troop carrier that has only two seats. I somehow want to fit two forward facing something's to sit the children in with 3 point seat belts in the rear. Can anyone point me in a direction of where to look and maybe ideas of how it can be done, I will post a couple of...

Hi, been looking at this and wanted to know what people might concider would be a ball park price for it should be worth. I do not see many troopys for sale in the UK. a little over the top Its been prepared for a large trip, twin tanks, water purifyer, old emu suspension, its a...

Hi all, I would like to own a portable compressor for tires and also to be able to fit an attachment and use it as a dust blower for work(cleaning out electrical equipment). What is out there that will provide a high and constant stream of pressured air without having to wait for a tank to fill...

Hi I need a radiator for a land cruiser II 3.0 Measurements are 24" tall, 21" wide and 3" thick. Anyone? looking from engine to the rad the top hose is on the left. Jonnie

Bought it today. Not sure what to do with it, has a blown head gasket, rust in a few places but in my opinion was still worth buying. First job is to see how the engine is, it turns over ok, it was stopped once it was realised there was no water but damage was already done. Apparently when it...

Just found this on the other forum, one first glance looks like its going to save my bacon http://www.cruiserworld.eu/

crazy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4un1GN4wPbc

Hi, just a heads up that I am going to list my 40 series Land cruiser on ebay this weekend. Unfortunately money is required and so one of my toys has to go. I shall update with a link and description later. If anyone is seriously interested then let me know. I am going to want around 6500 for...

A long shot, but anyone on here know whether the I-CTDI engine in a 2005 HONDA CRV comes out through the bonnet opening or dropped out the bottom? fingers crossed its out the top! as I do not have a lift, and does the gear box stay attached though this scary process. Jonnie

Hi all, In a couple of weeks I want to take myself, wife and two girls(5 and 4) camping abroad. I was thinking of the West coast of France for 10 days approx, my wife wants to lounge in the sun, my children want to be near water, be it seaside or a pool and other children. I am probably up...

Whilst looking to hear what a KH400 sounds like I came across this. Amazingly crazy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RZgroot ... re=related http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLMK1xfm ... re=related

The start of the adventure to pick up a 40 troopy that's been living in the south of Spain for the last 15 years. The plan is to service it this afternoon, test run to the sea for the night, followed by a visit to Madrid( a planned session) and then up to the port for home. Arriving back in the...

I have bought my wife a 2001 4motion sharan for winter and I need a set of tires.. 205 55 16 are fitted what other sizes can I look for on ebay? 225 50 16 ? - got this from Yahoo answers. I just need to spead my bets on searches to try and find some cheap and close by. Or I could just get a...

I am off to Malaga to pick up a 40 troopy on Wednesday and as its not run for a year I need to take some basic tools. Will I be allowed to take spanners, pliers etc on as hand luggage? Ermmm as I am writing this I am doubting it? Are even tweezers allowed on? How about even just a socket set...

Hi I need to find a courier company who will pick up a set of wheels (40 split rims) and deposit them at my house. Any suggestions? It's east Sussex to the midlands Cheers all Jonnie

HELP, just about to replace the Big end bearings and I cannot find the torque setting for the engine its the 3.4litre 3B diesel that was in the 42 series and some 70series. Anyone know off the top of there head? Cheers

HI all, I have a 3b engine with a 4 speed box from a 40 lx, I have aquired a Fairey overdrive still attached to another gearbox. How do I split the transfer case off one and fit to another? There seems to be a bolt that I assume its head is hidden inside somewhere, so I do not really know where...

recently someone mentioned a good online store for hoses and fittings. I am a bit lost here and may end up in Pirtek with a pile of bits to see if I can cobble something together. Anyway I am trying to take an oil feed from a 3B engine block to a turbo. I need the connection into a spare oil...

I am on a stag do to Le Mans next week with 18 of us!! I have been persuaded to take my camping trailer and we are staying on the Karting Norde camp site. Anyone been there? is my camping trailer going to be safe? (apart from 18 drunk people) So I think I should get insurance for it. Anyone...

Hi all, I have a small render issue on a house I own, I need to get it repaired so I can sell the thing. The local builder said he would fix it but now I find he is on a three week holiday!! so... how do i repair this... how do I get the texture? PLEASEEEE........ I will pay/buy anything that...

Are you a spam bot?: This question is a means of preventing automated form submissions by spambots. what is the answer they are expecting? trying to join a DIY forum jonnie

Hi, my wifes car needed four new tires, bought a set for 100 pounds that I thought might be pushing clearence issues and they do! So how easy would it be to raise the thing up? it also catches very slightly on full lock. would it be cheaper to go and get some new tires or try and get...

80 manual. Excessive vibration throughout the whole car, the more throttle the worse it gets, can no longer go over 50 as it's going to shake apart. BUT put the clutch in and it all goes away, roll in neutral fine, rev the engine fine as soon as clutch out and power on... Vibration. Clutch has...

I run my workshop from a 6k genset, everything is fine but I worry about running my TIG welder, the manual states that it should be run from a clean electrical source( single phase) and if any damage occurs from running it otherwise then they will not honour the warrenty. Is there any kind of...

I am building myself an exhaust system for my 1000cc ironhead sportster. for a tidy look I was concidering going for a 2 into one system, anyone have any ideas on whether there would be a problem? pictures below, how I was thinking of doing it.

Hi cheeky I know, I bought a couple of formers/swages off eBay and it's further than I thought. Worth asking that's all if anyone is on the doorstep of "gay hill golf club, Birmingham" and could pick up and bring to the next meet. Worth asking. Cheers all Jonnie

Anyone ever heard of this? http://www.erps.com.au/how-erps-works.html

Arghhh how long has this section been here!! I wanted the first post... Excellant. One more week and I shall post a picture. If it actually works I will bring the 55 down to Lincomb for the weekend. {Admin (Andrew) - split the thread and let you have your well-earned moment of glory :thumbup...

Hi all, anyone got an old iphone 3gs lying around? my wife has been wanting one for ages and finially her old phone did a round in the washing machine, amazingly it still works but she showed such good phone care that I promised her an iPhone. Pm if you have one. cheers Jonnie

I am only a couple of weeks from picking up my fj55. Will I get my own slot so I can post a picture of my face when I realise what I have bought blind from ebay OZ? really though, who has the power of creating a 55 section? please..

Quite fancy a vintage motorcycle, seen one I like but can not find much about them. Has anyone ever come across Favor? A french company 1920's to 50's. Just wondered Jonnie