Recent content by toyodaaddict

I'm tapping into power at the cigarette lighter to power the ARB compressor. This is what I came up with, so I don't have to cut any wires. I have had good luck finding quality, factory style terminals and wiring supplies at these websites. http://vintageconnections.com/...

I lost about 1/2" of compression slip on the driveline. I have 3 1/2" now, I think I should be good

Installing the diff came with some unexpected difficulties. The 4cyl diff studs are too short for the beefed up HP housing. longer studs from Marlin fixed that (part #MCHT-345). If anyone has the Toyota part number for these studs post up. Minimal grinding on the axle housing was necessary to...

I've always ran open front, I'm pretty excited about this.

Locking Hubs get full rebuild and installed with new cone washers.

ARP hub studs from FROR ARP hub studs installed with a little oil on the threads, very snug fit. Got a new spindle for the passenger side. Went with Fuji brand from YotaMasters. looks like a very nice piece and made in Japan. Front end gets a full rebuild.

Made A tie rod end puller. No more torn boots, works great.

Yeah, I've got new seals. I'm entertaining replacing the spindle. I didnt think about a speedy sleeve. If I can find one that fits I may give that a try

Pulling my axle apart, I was surprised to find the passenger side spindle looking like this. It looks to me like the surface the seal rides on has grooves wearing in it. When I pulled the hub assembly off there was an orange colored smear in the red grease. I'm thinking the seal might be...

After all that, my volts at the battery are 14.37 with headlights off, 14.36 headlights on, 14.36 headlights/high beams on. So that's an improvement. HOWEVER , the truck still idles rougher than I would like with the headlights or heater fan on. I have discovered that with the alternator belt...

Installed a voltmeter and put things back together.