Hi All,

[Fred woodman]

I own a 80 series Landcruiser 1992, had for 18months. It died last wednesday. My friend and I think the relay converter has packed up. Any ideas how to by pass this problem or where may have 1 in stock, as I use the truck every day for work.
Thanks Fred

 

[Chris]

HI Fred. Errm, relay converter? Can you explain a bit more about the problem? Not sure that's actually a thing.

 

[Towpack]

Do you mean the 12/24v changeover relay (the relay sat behind the passenger side battery)? Converting the starting setup to 12v by removing this relay and fitting a 12v starter has been done by quite a few owners so getting hold of a 2nd hand relay shouldn't be that difficult. Either that or do the afore mentioned 12v conversion.

Edit.....If it is this relay and you want a replacement try either karl webster or chapel gate, two forum members, who can supply many new and used parts.

 

[Chris]

If it's a starting issue then the number one culprit is usually one of the batteries. The starting system is incredibly reliable - well mostly. But really so we're not just shooting in the dark here you need to describe what's going on.

 

[Higgy]

Yeh as Chris has said, Give us a few more specifics. Petrol/Diesel Auto /manual.... What Died??? There are a few on here that can diagnose pretty quick,,,,,,, Once we know the issue.... Good luck

 

[AndycruiserguyLomas]

Fred, if its the 12/24v switchover unit, I have one spare if you need one.

 

[Fred woodman]

Thanks to all who replied. I am going to change to a 12v system for starting. If I still need more info I'll be in touch.
The truck just stopped starting wednesday pm. aa came out finally started it with a wire from the starter motor to his jump pack then to my positive terminal on the battery near side. truck started then, restarted 3 times after. 9.30pm truck didn't start. So i thought it was the starter motor, but when fitted new 1 nothing?? So i came to the conclusion to either the starter relay needed replacing or convert to 12v. Can get 12v conversion done on wednesday.

 

[AndycruiserguyLomas]

Sounds like batteries to me, get the simple things checked first, batteries, earths, etc spring to mind.

 

[Towpack]

Sounds like batteries to me, get the simple things checked first, batteries, earths, etc spring to mind.

.+1. In the 16 yrs I've owned my LC, the only time it's ever let me down was due to batteries.

If the starter was at fault I can't quite see how using a jump start would work. Now you"ve fitted a new starter anyway, fully charge both batteries and get them drop tested individually.

 

[Chris]

Where are you sourcing the 12v starter motor from. Make sure it is the correct one. Pinion teeth count can be different.

 

[chapel gate]

yes, rule number one. never presume.

simple and cheap first.

 

[Fred woodman]

Thanks for suggestions.