WC Forums - Cruisers http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/ Anything Cruiser (and member vehicle) Related en Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:53:57 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/images/misc/rss.png WC Forums - Cruisers http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/ 81+ 40 series wheels Or FJ60 wheels. http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7705-81-40-series-wheels-Or-FJ60-wheels.&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:43:56 GMT Anyone know of or have a set of restorable/fixable wheels for my new project? These are the white spokers from late 40's and FJ60's (chrome on fj60's, but you can have them de-chromed or powder coated to look like 40 series white spokes.

I am thinking 3+ weeks ahead of myself, but am just trying to get something lined out.

They look like this:
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]]> Cruisers dmaddox http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7705-81-40-series-wheels-Or-FJ60-wheels. Torque Wrenches http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7699-Torque-Wrenches&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 07:07:12 GMT Hi everyone. A few weeks ago I installed the OME suspension on my truck. As I was applying the final torque to bolts that secure the lower control arms to the spindle with my cheap, bar-type torque wrench, I began to worry about how inaccurate that particular type of wrench is. Visions of my... Hi everyone. A few weeks ago I installed the OME suspension on my truck. As I was applying the final torque to bolts that secure the lower control arms to the spindle with my cheap, bar-type torque wrench, I began to worry about how inaccurate that particular type of wrench is. Visions of my suspension coming apart at freeway speeds suddenly popped into my head. I worried about it to the point that I felt compelled to recheck the torque on all of the bolts after I drove the truck for a few hundred miles.

Am I making a mountain out of a mole hill here? Are the cheap, bar-type torque wrenches accurate enough for that kind of work or would I be better off spending the cash on one of the click types? ]]> Cruisers Big-Ern http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7699-Torque-Wrenches <![CDATA[Ursula's new belly]]> http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7691-Ursula-s-new-belly&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Aug 2010 05:44:16 GMT Hey all... A few Cruise Moabs ago I won a skid plate for an 80, but never got around to putting on and posting up pics. until today.... also note my two helpers.... and Brian, who did 99% of the work, while I distracted the smaller helpers Hey all...

A few Cruise Moabs ago I won a skid plate for an 80, but never got around to putting on and posting up pics.

until today....

also note my two helpers.... and Brian, who did 99% of the work, while I distracted the smaller helpers
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]]> Cruisers Marc DDS http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7691-Ursula-s-new-belly BJ42 in Morgan, UT http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7689-BJ42-in-Morgan-UT&goto=newpost Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:41:42 GMT Hello,

Am likely going to buy that BJ that is up in Morgan (so please don't ninja it from me, ha ha ha :-))

What originally came under the hood of an 81 bj42? Was it the standard B engine?

Thanks! ]]> Cruisers dmaddox http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7689-BJ42-in-Morgan-UT MAJOR HEADACHE STALL problems, http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7686-MAJOR-HEADACHE-STALL-problems&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:36:14 GMT Ok, a few months ago I bought a 1971 fj40, from a fellow that had it parked for what I think is years. It was running fine when i bought it, but then I drove it a little off road nothing to intense, however afterwards it would no longer idle. Now i find myself revving the engine just so I don't stall. Since then I have installed pertronix, new spark plugs, new distributor cap & rotor, new spark plug wiring, rebuilt the carb, and put a new coil. Are there any suggestions, I have read basically every forum thread on the issue and still haven't solved the issue. Should i buy a new carb? should i replace all hoses? i just want to go the cheapest route because im tired of wasting my pay checks on what seems like an endless journey to idle. Thanks ]]> Cruisers Troxymyfoxy http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7686-MAJOR-HEADACHE-STALL-problems ARB BULL BAR INSTALLED-PICS http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7679-ARB-BULL-BAR-INSTALLED-PICS&goto=newpost Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:17:20 GMT It took me and a friend around 3 hours, but it's on.

Thanks again to Kurt, you're a scholar and a gentleman:hi5

Next comes the winch.

Heres Some Pictures:













]]> Cruisers Brendan http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7679-ARB-BULL-BAR-INSTALLED-PICS Looking for advice http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7677-Looking-for-advice&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:22:29 GMT It is time to buy my son a car and I would like to get him an older Land Cruiser if possible. He really like the body style of the 1994 models. Any thing I should know about this year before I start looking? Any issues with them? In your opinion, is there a better year to look for? Any advice or... It is time to buy my son a car and I would like to get him an older Land Cruiser if possible. He really like the body style of the 1994 models. Any thing I should know about this year before I start looking? Any issues with them? In your opinion, is there a better year to look for?

Any advice or thoughts would be appreciated. Just thought I would ask those in the know before I go looking.

Thanks! ]]> Cruisers Moose-mann http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7677-Looking-for-advice Thinking of this 80...anyone wanna crawl over it for me? http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7672-Thinking-of-this-80...anyone-wanna-crawl-over-it-for-me&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Aug 2010 20:09:29 GMT I'm currently flat out with a messed up back...but trying to work contingencies if I can't continue to fly (at least for a bit).

Most likely I'm going to downgrade to F/O (which will give the required relative seniority to hold better schedules) as flying 5 4-day trips a month in crappy, worn out airplane seats is part of the issue...but I digress...

To do the downgrade and still have surplus to pay off our gratuitous debt...the FJ is going to have to go :(. Still, I need something comfortable and with an upright seating position to drive...this obviously means the M3 is out (and also might be sold if this back issue continues to be a problem). SO...that means I "need" an '80 (the way I figure it)...but my budget is only 5,000 to 7,000k to make the budget with the 50% paycut associated with downgrade work.

Here is one I found on KSL:

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?sid=0&n...iew&ad=2999694

Anyone nearby want to crawl around it? I'd be willing to pay you with a nice lunch in Kaysville/Farmington area (you'll have to drive to me or wait until I'm more ambulatory, though).

Thanks ahead of time:) ]]> Cruisers sirzepp http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7672-Thinking-of-this-80...anyone-wanna-crawl-over-it-for-me 80 Series Steering Issue http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7657-80-Series-Steering-Issue&goto=newpost Fri, 13 Aug 2010 15:56:47 GMT Issue: Steering wheel is off center. Requires a constant correction to the right (way off) to drive straight.

New tires in May. BFG AT in the 285 flavor. At a shop I don't normally use.

Noticed the steering problem (wasn't there before the new tires) and had an alignment done by Big O in Sandy (awesome with lifted rigs).

Steering still off.

Go back to Big O, they put it up on the rack again, and it is still in specification, so they swap the two front tires. Truck now pulls the opposite way. They inform me it is called 'Radial Pull' and it is a tire issue.

Return the truck to the store in SLC. They attempt to swap the tires around and make it go away. It doesn't. Owner agrees we need to replace the one tire he feels is causing the problem.

I wait 2-3 weeks, and a new tire is in. I go have it swapped out, leave in a hurry to get to school, and it is still off.

I looked at the tire, and it was a load range D, where the rest are E rated.

Called up the store, took it back in. Put it up on -his- alignment rack, and it shows as within spec.

He has put the original BFG back on, and is now saying he thinks it is a caliper issue. WTF???


History: New 100 series pads and rotors up front this spring, along with new wheel bearings.

An insight would be appreciated. I am supposed to drive it to Moab next week, and I want it right, dammit!
:dunno: ]]> Cruisers Moody http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7657-80-Series-Steering-Issue rope or cable http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7655-rope-or-cable&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Aug 2010 21:29:43 GMT Ok I was out yesterday on a trail SE of Brigham City an having a good time. But while climbing up a pretty steep trail I hit a bump an placed the 40 in a very scary balancing act. Was able to get her back on the trail but not before breaking the 3/8 steel cable. So now I am not sure what to replace... Ok I was out yesterday on a trail SE of Brigham City an having a good time. But while climbing up a pretty steep trail I hit a bump an placed the 40 in a very scary balancing act. Was able to get her back on the trail but not before breaking the 3/8 steel cable. So now I am not sure what to replace it with before the ride next week. Do I go with cable or do I go with the new rope that is on the market. Anyone have any experience with the rope? ]]> Cruisers CRUIS77ER http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7655-rope-or-cable Old video - but a goodie http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7652-Old-video-but-a-goodie&goto=newpost Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:31:23 GMT I've always loved this video - wish I could find it in higher resolution.

I am not a huge fan and usually shut if off when it says "New Cruiser" about half way through, but I still love the video. (I usually turn off the sound too).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pc9q_...eature=related

-dallas ]]> Cruisers dmaddox http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7652-Old-video-but-a-goodie Carb jet Question http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7650-Carb-jet-Question&goto=newpost Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:57:05 GMT So I ordered a carb rebuild kit from SOR and it came with both high and low altitude jets. I have heard people say I should have a machinist drill the high altitude out to an in between size. Has anyone here done this? What soze did you go to? Help would be appreciated. So I ordered a carb rebuild kit from SOR and it came with both high and low altitude jets. I have heard people say I should have a machinist drill the high altitude out to an in between size. Has anyone here done this? What soze did you go to? Help would be appreciated. ]]> Cruisers Grant Patterson http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7650-Carb-jet-Question Mobile Fire Preparedness - And YOU! http://www.wasatchcruisers.org/vbulletinfrm/showthread.php?7645-Mobile-Fire-Preparedness-And-YOU!&goto=newpost Mon, 09 Aug 2010 20:15:34 GMT I know we have some firefighters on the forum, and have discussed safety at tech nights. But after receiving some free real-world training yesterday I wanted to take it a step further than that - and encourage everyone to *practice* how to quickly and safely deploy their various fire suppression... I know we have some firefighters on the forum, and have discussed safety at tech nights. But after receiving some free real-world training yesterday I wanted to take it a step further than that - and encourage everyone to practice how to quickly and safely deploy their various fire suppression system.

I have rehersed in my head countless times, and ran a drill or two covering all the steps that I'd need to do quickly access the fire extinguisher mounted in the back of my Xterra.

1) Unlock all doors (Nothing more frustrating than running back to get your extinguisher and have the cargo door be locked)
2) Have easy access to the extinguisher (Don't have crap hindering the extinguisher's deployment)
3) Know how to use your extinguisher!
4) Be familiar with the capacity of your extinguisher (My 8lb-er was gone in seconds - but did contain 4-5 bushes)
5) STAND UPWIND (I learned the hard way with a few deep lungfuls of smoke and fire retardant powder)
6) Aim for the base of the burning object.

I'm stoked with how fast I was able to deploy my rear mounted 8lb bottle. I remember rapid firing down on the unlock button as I rolled in hot to the scene of my buddy's rig completely engulfed in flames. I honestly believe that I reacted exactly as I had rehersed a previously to make sure my response time would happen fast. Have a plan, know it, stick to it.

I personally am going to be more prepared now that I've dealt with a fiery situation in a dry desert and 20mph winds (which was very moderate for the day). I'm going to add another large bottle to rear of the Xterra (10lb min), and mount a smaller bottle up front - possibly to the rear of my center console. That way front and rear passengers could have access to it.

I don't ever want to see this again, but I will be better prepared.


This photo is after the initial explosion, and you can see the burning bushes/grass off to the side. This is just about what the scene looked like when I rolled up, but there were more bushes ablaze.










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