Quick build update. Parts ordered:
5 x 315/75r/16 Cooper STT Pro
OME J Spring and L shock suspension
Front axle and knuckle rebuild kit.
I just got the tires in. The suspension is partially on backorder so it will be here around mid September.
The plan was for me to drive the 26ft penske truck and tow our corolla. My wife drove the Land Cruiser on its first long trip. To sum up everything the truck ran great didn't overheat and I had to put very little oil in to make up for the oil pump seal. Below are some pictures of the adventure...
I also noticed an oil leak from the front of the oil pump. I ordered the seal for the pump and the crank as well as new #7 Philips screws. I decided not to tackle this project to before the cross country drive as the risk outweighed the gain of a little oil leak.
So time to set up for the 3000...
My plan was to trailer it across country on our move behind a penske truck. Little did I know the rental trailers couldn't support the weight of the truck.
After finding out this fun fact I was a bit worried as I bought this about 2 weeks before I left. I did a thorough run through of the...
Hello all. This is my second offroad build and I decided I would document my build to show what I am doing an also learn from others.
Little background. I just completed a transfer with the military from New Jersey to Oregon[emoji3] . I originally had an 85 4runner as a build but decided I...
I just picked up a Suunto Traverse Alpha. It's great for work and as I don't have a GPS unit yet it is nice to be able to see your location on a forestry map etc. Additionally the notifications from the phone is a decent feature as well as a red back light to aid in night vision. I am very...
Thank you everyone that responded here. I found a super clean locked 40th anniversary 80!! No rust completely unmodified original owner! I bought it!! Somehow the seats are in almost perfect condition no rips!! Pictures will soon follow!
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