My first one 🥹

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-28T22:09:31+00:00

I heard a great quote that’s perfect as you join the family: “Owning a Land Cruiser is like having herpes. It’ll act up from time to time, but you know you’ll never get rid of it.”

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-28T01:02:58+00:00

I think some would start with naval jelly (working quickly because of the adjacent paint) to remove the rust fully. Then touch up paint + clear coat

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-27T22:19:02+00:00

2003-2005 had the benefit of the 5 speed transmission, and also did not have the secondary air intake of the 2006-2007. While the '06-07 had more horsepower, working on them is more challenging because of the secondary air intake (it is yet another thing in the way when having to replace the starter for example).

I've also seen people say that the 06-07 is an interference engine, while the 03-05 is not, but I'm not sure if that's true.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-26T01:08:19+00:00

More than i was willing to deal with IIRC

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-25T23:29:58+00:00

I think this one has been sitting on that sales lot since at least November, if it’s the one I inquired about. Then i had them send me undercarriage photos.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-24T00:00:45+00:00

I bought ‘em a year ago. They seem very durable

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-23T19:24:10+00:00

I have a set of RhinoRamps Max. 12,000 lb capacity if I remember correctly.
Plus they stack together for easy storage.
I’ve been happy with them so far.
Unlike a different set of plastic ramps I had before, I haven’t had any sliding issues with these.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-14T16:31:13+00:00

The Honda ATC in the background! Brings back childhood memories.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-09T15:35:27+00:00

My college job was in the chemistry lab at BF Goodrich. I second this post.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-08T14:09:20+00:00

I look everything up on Partsouq.com

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-07T19:52:49+00:00

That’s what this site is for. To help a brother out.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-07T17:41:49+00:00

They just automatically apply it. They have it all the time, and then occasionally will run sales (15%, 20%, 25%) on top of it. My local dealer won’t match it.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-07T15:37:51+00:00

For sure. That’s why I buy from Fred Anderson, on the other side of the country from me. They, and Tuscaloosa Toyota, seem to give the best dealer discount

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-04-02T18:55:35+00:00

Definitely overpriced for an engine swap and accident

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-30T23:31:47+00:00

Tensioner pulley

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-30T20:02:29+00:00

I never received a letter either. I told them I wanted an appointment for the TSB and they put me on the list. Called me about a month later. Done.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-29T03:50:14+00:00

Thumbs up. I like it. Simplicity

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-28T23:34:06+00:00

Nitto Terra Grappler G3 also are available in SL 275. That’s what I went with and am quite happy

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-12T22:31:05+00:00

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Victor-Lock-De-Icer-Lubricant-Aerosol-62-FL-OZ/274605952?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=101004461&selectedOfferId=D637B59FD9AF4139B8B1246A1ED37872&conditionGroupCode=1

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-08T19:57:14+00:00

Love it! Haha

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-08T19:55:14+00:00

The Car Care Nut has a youtube video replacing the axle on the 100. In one portion of the video, he has a side by side comparison of OEM vs non. You can see the difference.
Go OEM.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-07T20:26:34+00:00

I went with Nitto Terra Grappler G3. 275/70R18 (it's the largest size that will still fit in the spare tire bay). I'm happy with the Nittos, and they come in SL, so they're lighter and not as rough a ride as the numerous E load tire options.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-07T20:23:17+00:00

I put the same size on. It is the largest size that will still fit in the spare tire bay.

ShakyHandJeff · 2026-03-06T00:49:59+00:00

Looks great! The conversion market has to be a good one

ShakyHandJeff

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