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Toy4x4 Digest Sat, 31 Jan 98 00:30:01 (HST) Volume 1 : Issue 684
Today's Topics:
2 Inch Receiver Socket
4.88 or 4.56? (3 msgs)
4Runner Overdrive (2 msgs)
4SKINRUNNER Tailgate
A/C Recharging
Alcan Springs? (3 msgs)
Birfield help (3 msgs)
Emissions (3 msgs)
Fw: Subject: J. Shackelford's HG Surprise
Horn Relay
LC Engineering
Marlin T-Case
Nerf Bars
Onboard air. (2 msgs)
OTC Tool Web Site (2 msgs)
powertrax ad
Rubicon (2 msgs)
Top Speed (was Tranny) (3 msgs)
TRD posi diff's
Trip Reports for Death Valley and Clear Creek
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 17:44:14 -0800
From: David Fritzsche Subject: 2 Inch Receiver Socket
To: "Toy4x4@tlca.org" Most Trailer / RV parts houses have the 2" receiver socket
that you are looking wither with or without mounting plates. When I
built my rear bumper I put one in the center
of the tube. I think I paid fourteen or fifteen dollars for it.
David Fritzsche
1990 V-6 Ex-Cab
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 14:33:02 -0800 (PST)
From: Luke P Miller Subject: 4.88 or 4.56?
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
I've got an '85 4Runner with 4.88's and 32" Michelins (31.5" actually
diameter at this point). Adjusting for speedo error, at a true 60 mph, I
run approx. 2800 rpm. I find that getting up above 3000 rpm (65-70mph)
sends the mileage down the toilet. At 2600-2800 rpm I can pull about 20-22
mpg on the highway. I wonder if I'd be happier with 33's.
On Thu, 29 Jan 1998, MICHEL PRINCE wrote:> I've got an '85 4SKINRUNNER and I was wondering who's tried this tire gear combo. I now have 32's and I'm still running my 4.10's. I'm wanting to know if anyone has ran 32's with a 4.88 gear. What RPM range would I be looking at? Would it be like trying to drive in 4 low with the 4.88's? I've done many gear changes but, they've all been with 35" or larger. I had a perfect set up with my 36" Buckshots and a 5.29 gear. My 38" Monster Gumbo's even ran real good with a 5.71. I've now come down to earth back to a smaller Toy for my daily driver. I pull a bass boat alot and I don't want to over or under gear my 4SKINRUNNER. Please send any information possible to HammerHead1@worldnet.att.net>> Luke Miller
'85 4Runner
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 12:48:34 -1000 (HST)
From: Eric Johnson Subject: 4.88 or 4.56?
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
On Fri, 30 Jan 1998, Luke P Miller wrote:> I've got an '85 4Runner with 4.88's and 32" Michelins (31.5" actually> diameter at this point). Adjusting for speedo error, at a true 60 mph, I> run approx. 2800 rpm. I find that getting up above 3000 rpm (65-70mph)> sends the mileage down the toilet. At 2600-2800 rpm I can pull about 20-22> mpg on the highway. I wonder if I'd be happier with 33's.
its not only the 3000rpm that puts the mileage in the toilet at 65mph+...
its the 65mph+ that does it. Wind resistance (and, presumably, the gas
required to overcome it) goes up with the square of
your speed, and a 4runner has the aerodynamics of a brick. I did a little
experiment on one tank of gas where I kept my speed below 55 or so (in the
left lane, with my blinkers on) and my mileage was a couple miles bette
per gallon.
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 18:32:07 -0500
From: Ed Ruf Subject: 4.88 or 4.56?
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
On 12:48 PM 1/30/98 -1000, Eric Johnson wrote:>On Fri, 30 Jan 1998, Luke P Miller wrote:>>> I've got an '85 4Runner with 4.88's and 32" Michelins (31.5"
actually>> diameter at this point). Adjusting for speedo error, at a true 60
mph, I>> run approx. 2800 rpm. I find that getting up above 3000 rpm
(65-70mph)>> sends the mileage down the toilet. At 2600-2800 rpm I can pull
about 20-22>> mpg on the highway. I wonder if I'd be happier with 33's.>>its not only the 3000rpm that puts the mileage in the toilet at
65mph+...>its the 65mph+ that does it. Wind resistance (and, presumably, the
gas>required to overcome it) goes up with the square of>your speed, and a 4runner has the aerodynamics of a brick. I did a
little>experiment on one tank of gas where I kept my speed below 55 or so
(in the>left lane, with my blinkers on) and my mileage was a couple miles
bette>per gallon.
More importantly, the power required to overcome the aero drag goes
as the cube of the velocity! Best mileage I ever got with my PU was a
run up I5 from LA to SF at 55 with the tailgate down just after I
bought it and it was still stock. Made it on one tank of gas and got
~26 mpg. I've never seen anything close since then, but I don't drive
that way normally. FWIW, a similar trip on my FJ1200 netted 50+ mpg,
though normal mileage now is closer to 38.
Ed
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 17:43:50 -0600
From: breeze@cysource.com (Jeffrey Delzer)
Subject: 4Runner Overdrive
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
John Aird wrote:>> Hi Im new to this list group so I hope Im not asking questions that are old> and worn-out, So here go's: I have just bought a 1995 4Runner and I love it!> (Sorry about the pun)
I don't get it.> Anyway, Ive noticed that when it is cold in the> morning and Im driving to work, It does not want to shift into overdrive,> The RPMS run up to about 4000 and Im going about 60mph. The truck does warm> up very fast (The fastest Ive ever seen a Vehicle warm up before) And as> soon as its warm, No problem shifts fine! Is this problem worthy of a dealer> visit, the truck is still under warranty. Oh its an automatic V6 with 28000> miles.
Sounds normal to me.
Jeff Delzer
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 20:41:55 -0800
From: James Brink Subject: 4Runner Overdrive
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
John Aird wrote:>> Hi Im new to this list group so I hope Im not asking questions that are old> and worn-out, So here go's: I have just bought a 1995 4Runner and I love it!> (Sorry about the pun) Anyway, Ive noticed that when it is cold in the> morning and Im driving to work, It does not want to shift into overdrive,> The RPMS run up to about 4000 and Im going about 60mph. The truck does warm> up very fast (The fastest Ive ever seen a Vehicle warm up before) And as> soon as its warm, No problem shifts fine! Is this problem worthy of a dealer> visit, the truck is still under warranty. Oh its an automatic V6 with 28000> miles.
Perfectly normal. Overdrive is temperature dependent and needs to see a
minimum coolant temperature before engagement.
- --
Jim Brink, Toyota/ASE Certified Technician 1986 Std. Bed 4x4
Manhattan Beach, CA 32x11.50/15 BFG M/Ts
ToyTech@Off-Road.com
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TLCA - Friends of the Mojave Road (FOMR) - CA4WDC
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 98 20:48:22 PST
From: "MICHEL PRINCE" Subject: 4SKINRUNNER Tailgate
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
If any of you guys are having trouble with your 4Runner tailgate, try this. When I first got my '85 the tailgate glass would not go up and down. After finding every one of Toyota's safety switches, I finally straight wired it to my battery. I just used a double pole double throw switch from Radio Shack and it works great. If anybody's interested in a quick wire diagram give me a hollar at HammerHead1@worldnet.att.net
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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 17:47:46 -0800
From: Scott Rowin Subject: A/C Recharging
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org> You could always take a field trip to Arizona the governor of Arizona I> think declared that cfc's werent to be banned in his state.> Well its more like they _WANT_ to be exempt from the ban on R12. Simply
because R134a doesn't cut it for the best cooling. Ya sure its not good
for the atmosphere, but its HOT down here - more so then probably any other
state. The real story is that Arizona was one of the ONLY states not to
sign the agreement for the ban of R12 & CFCs, and continues to fight the
federal level restriction on it (in a real US, states should be able to
choose). You can go south of the border and pickup R12 CHEAP (where
talking the under $10 per lb pricing) since Mexico never signed on to the
ban. Given the RIGHT equipment, that's a real nice price - just make sure
they don't search your car at the border as the fines are high if found to
have it. No penalty for filling up your system down there and coming back
though.
I'm not saying its right to continue using R12, but on the other hand for
systems that are designed for it - its the thing to use if you want to save
money. I've rode in TWO R134a-AC equipped cars, and both had problems with
keeping it realistically cool (like under 80 degrees!) in 116+ weather.
Anything above 80 is a joke - R12 never has a problem bringing it down to
70 or less.
- - Scott
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 13:16:10 -1000
From: "Brandon Ka'ai" Subject: Alcan Springs?
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
Hello everyone,
I was just wondering if someone could tell me if the Alcan springs
are worth the money. I'm thinking about getting a set but was wondering
if they are worth it. Are they much better than the softride or
superlift springs. Thanks for your help,
Brandon
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Date: Sat, 31 Jan 1998 15:41:50 -0800
From: "Brandon Miller" Subject: Alcan Springs?
To: YES, definately!
- -----Original Message-----
From: Brandon Ka'ai To: Toy4x4@tlca.org Date: Friday, January 30, 1998 3:22 PM
Subject: Alcan Springs?>Hello everyone,> I was just wondering if someone could tell me if the Alcan springs>are worth the money. I'm thinking about getting a set but was wondering>if they are worth it. Are they much better than the softride or>superlift springs. Thanks for your help,> Brandon
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 21:41:28 -0500
From: Bob Bascom Subject: Alcan Springs?
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Brandon Miller wrote:>> YES, definately!>> -----Original Message-----> From: Brandon Ka'ai > To: Toy4x4@tlca.org > Date: Friday, January 30, 1998 3:22 PM> Subject: Alcan Springs?>>>Hello everyone,>> I was just wondering if someone could tell me if the Alcan springs>>are worth the money. I'm thinking about getting a set but was wondering>>if they are worth it. Are they much better than the softride or>>superlift springs. Thanks for your help,>> Brandon
I would have to agree> I got them for the rear of my 4 runner and they
are excellent.
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 17:07:08 -0700
From: "Jay Kopycinski" Subject: Birfield help
To: Toyota 4x4 List Rob Ditusa wrote:>Allright guys, sorry if this is a worn topic, and I did check the archives,>but.........I need to replace a Birfield in my 1980 longbed. Where is the>best place to get them, and is there a parts breakdown in any manual?? I>have the Chilton's and Hayes. How much of a PITA is this??
Probably best bet is to just buy the whole axle shaft assembly for the
side you need at a junk yard. Replacing an axle is not that hard. I can
do it (granted I've done it a few times) in about half an hour.
Depending on what happened to the Birfield, you may need seals
and such. I'd at least go ahead and replace the inner axle shaft seal
while you're that far in.
Jay Kopycinski '85 Toylet (ROKTOY)
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 20:05:37 -0700
From: Tony Bartlett Subject: Birfield help
To: Toy4x4 Call Marlin (marlin crawler) number is on my web page
http://www.digitalpla.net/~offroader
He always has them for sale. I might even be the best price. I have
never priced them.
They are staight forward. Remove you tire, hub, brake caliper (leave
hanging) front rotor (you will need a big socket for this I think it has
been mentioned before as being a 56mm)
remove your brake rotor, pull off the spindle and you will have access
to the axle.
you need to rotate it until the flat part of the axle is straight up and
then bend the joint down and you should be able to pull it out.
Tony.
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Date: Sat, 31 Jan 1998 00:35:19 -0500
From: Sheldon Gardner Subject: Birfield Help
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org>>> Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 13:58:58 -0500> From: Rob Ditusa > Subject: Birfield help> To: Toy4x4@off-road.com>> Allright guys, sorry if this is a worn topic, and I did check the archives,> but.........I need to replace a Birfield in my 1980 longbed. Where is the> best place to get them, and is there a parts breakdown in any manual?? I> have the Chilton's and Hayes. How much of a PITA is this??>> Thanks in advance,>> RD
The best thing is to find a spare front axle then scavenge parts. I Bought a Birfield from T.A.P. in CA for 75.00 bucks. Make sure you insist on an 83 or older, when I ordered mine they sent me one of of a 84 or 85 "it was too long". I managed to get the CV off the replacement without shattering it and put it on my old axle shaft but it was a big pain in the arse.
I suppose it could be a pain if you have never done it before but it's not too bad. You might wanna just rebuild the knuckle while your there, new seals, check and repack bearings etc...
I don't have T.A.P. s ph# off hand but I know they do have a page, I think Jay has them listed on his page under parts sources.
Sheldon
sgard@flnet.com
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 22:15:09 -0600
From: Steve Harron & Jennifer Lippold Subject: Emissions
To: toy4x4@tlca.org
This one is for you West Coast guys. Looks like I will be transferred
to Los Angeles soon. I bought my 4Runner here in Houston. What
emissions changes will I have to make when I move to Los Angeles? Do
emissions vary by county (they do here) or is it a state-wide deal?
Also, my fiance' is in the market for a new car. Should we wait until
we get there or buy now?
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 20:35:00 -0800
From: James Brink Subject: Emissions
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Steve Harron & Jennifer Lippold wrote:>> This one is for you West Coast guys. Looks like I will be transferred> to Los Angeles soon. I bought my 4Runner here in Houston. What> emissions changes will I have to make when I move to Los Angeles? Do> emissions vary by county (they do here) or is it a state-wide deal?> Also, my fiance' is in the market for a new car. Should we wait until> we get there or buy now?
You will not need to make any changes to your vehicle. In order to
register it however, it must have over 7,500 miles on the odometer and
you will have to pay a one-time "Smog Impact Fee" of $450.
Yes, emissions testing varies throughout the State. Los Angeles is in an
"Enhanced Area" which requires both bi-annial and change of ownership
inspections. Other areas such as Imperial County and the counties up
north only require inspections upon transfer of ownership.
Beginning in March, all shops that perform inspections in the enhanced
areas must do so with the new software system and twin-roll CARB
approved dynamometer and CVS (constant volume sampler) that samples the
four gasses present in exhaust emissions as well as oxides of nitrogen
(N0X).
As for the new car, you may want to wait until you move. The smog impact
fee and 7,500 mile stipulation is meant to discourage people from
purchasing vehicles from out of state and bringing them into California.
- --
Jim Brink, Toyota/ASE Certified Technician 1986 Std. Bed 4x4
Manhattan Beach, CA 32x11.50/15 BFG M/Ts
ToyTech@Off-Road.com
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TLCA - Friends of the Mojave Road (FOMR) - CA4WDC
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 21:33:24 -0800
From: "Todd and Terry Steele" Subject: Emissions
To: Steve Harron wrote:
I bought my 4Runner here in Houston. What>emissions changes will I have to make when I move to Los Angeles?
Do>emissions vary by county (they do here) or is it a state-wide deal?
All vehicles without CA emissions are charged a (I believe) $300.00 impact
fee. Then they have to pass the sniffer and have their existing smog stuff
in there. Cities and counties are now varied as far as testing with the
smog II rulings. In the higher polution ares (Fresno, Bakersfield) they are
doing the smog test on a wheel dyno. More $$$ for Governor Pete. IMHO, I
would wait to buy your wife's new car until you get here. If you are
military, throw out everything I said and just pass the sniffer with stock
equipment.
Todd
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 22:56:32 -0600
From: "Lance" Subject: Fw: Subject: J. Shackelford's HG Surprise
To: - -----Original Message-----
From: Lance To: 'Toy4x4@tlca.org' <'Toy4x4@tlca.org'> Date: Friday, January 30, 1998 10:53 PM
Subject: Subject: J. Shackelford's HG Surprise
I too am from the Dallas, Tx area and I'll only go to Redbird Toyota
(Duncanville, Texas)for sales and/or service. I purchased my wife Paseo in
1994, then my standard cab 4x4 Pickup 4-cly non-Tacoma, then my wife's '97
4-Runner (2wd), and finally my new '98 Tacoma Extended Cab 4x4 SR5 V6. I've
always had great service from them. Never a hassle from salesman, service
dept., or body shop. Only time we really used service was to replace the
clutch on the 95 4x4 truck as it was beginning to go out at about 34,000
miles and I wanted it replace under warranty. They gave me no problems at
all!! (I had just bought the 4-runner). Then about 6 months later, I traded
that same truck in and picked up the Tacoma. Both trucks were/are stock, but
I'd like to do some minor mods to the Tacoma in the future. I don't do much
wheeling, but would like to hook up with some locals. I here Lee's in
Carrolton has club meetings every 2nd and 4th Tuedays, but have yet to make
one.
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 11:30:45 -0600
From: "B. Baldwin, BWSC Marketing" Subject: J. Shackelford's HG Surprise
To: "'Toy4x4@tlca.org'" James Shackelford wrote about his good fortune with the recall repair of
his head gasket:>I got them to do the timing belt, tune up, and alignment. The>whole thing cost me $230.00 and they gave me a rental car for three days>FREE.
That's great. I wasn't so lucky from a Dallas-area dealer. My brother took
my truck in for the head gasket recall and asked how much more for the
timing belt while they were doing it and they gave him an estimate of $650.
So we just went with the recall repair. I think the dealer was trying to
use us up.
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 21:40:09 -0800
From: James Brink Subject: Horn Relay
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Brent M. Dombrowski wrote:>> I've got a '97 Tacoma and I want to put an aftermarket horn in it. Does> anybody know where the relay for the horn is? I would like to tap into> the circuit before the relay (I'm assuming there is one someplace).
Junction box number three ("JB3" in the wiring diagram), front side.
Look under the instrument panel to the right of the steering column.
- --
Jim Brink, Toyota/ASE Certified Technician 1986 Std. Bed 4x4
Manhattan Beach, CA 32x11.50/15 BFG M/Ts
ToyTech@Off-Road.com
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TLCA - Friends of the Mojave Road (FOMR) - CA4WDC
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 22:31:01 -0600
From: Michael Woodruff Subject: LC Engineering
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Anybody have any experience or personal opinions on the mill's these guys
build? I have their catalog but would like to hear from somebody running
one of their engines. Thanks
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 20:13:12 -0700
From: Tony Bartlett Subject: Marlin T-Case
To: Toy4x4 I have an '85 X-cab, I did not have to relocate my crossmember to put on
a dual t-case. But, if you do not you have to notch the crossmember for
your driveshaft to clear. See a picture of the notch I made in my
technical section on my web page.
http://www.digitialpla.net/~offroader
If you relocate this will not be neccessary.
A friend of mine got the dual t-case kit. It was very straight forward
with no difficulties. Remember you need a second case in the first
place.
Jay, what year of vehicle is your friend talking about. I have two
friends with 80-83 body styles with dual cases and standard bed. I
think one went with the rear cv and the other did not. We will be
wheeling with them this weekend so I will ask if there are any problems.
Tony
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 18:28:51 -0800
From: David Fritzsche Subject: Nerf Bars
To: "Toy4x4@tlca.org" "OK, inquiring minds want to know - how were they reworked? details
please."
On the rear part of the tube I welded a "L" shaped piece of
steel that wraps the frame and the bolt goes through on both sides--no
more caving in of the frame from the bolt being to tight or when you
come down on a rock. I also welded a bracket to the top of the tube
between the frame and body and ran a strut to one of the bed mount
bolts.
In the front I extended the tube to the frame and welded a "U" shaped to
the tube that wraps the frame just like in the back. There was an
existing whole on the outside of the frame but not one on the inside. I
mounted the nerf using the bolt in back and the bolts for the
cross-member mounts. Took my cutting torch and blew a whole on the
inside of the frame on both sides for the bolt togo through. I also
welded a bracket on the top of the tube that bolts to the lip on the
rocker panel ( did this for strength and to cover the dents in the
rocker panel from when the nerfs bent up on the Sierra Trek Trail)
"How long has it been modified? Is it holding up well?"
Don't know haven't been "rockin" with them yet
"Is it rust resistant?"
As rust resistant as Rustolem paint is. Who cares my truck is a "Rocker"
not a "Looker". These nerfs are only until I can design and build my own
David Fritzsche,
1990 V-6 Ex-Cab, Pro-Comp II, NWOR 4" rear springs, 4:88 gears, Tru-Trak
front, ARB rear, Marlin Gear Change T-Case, 33" BFG MT's on 8" rims,
Warn 8000# on custom mount, custom nerf's, rear bumper, skid plate, CB
mount. All designed and fabricated by me. (God I hope they don't fall
off)
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 08:23:40 -0600
From: dphills1@mmm.com
Subject: Onboard air.
To: "Toy4x4(a)tlca.org" A tank, pressure switch, relief valve, on/off switch and enough hose to
connect it all. I mounted the tank under the forward edge of the bed, above
the driveshaft. The pressure switch and relief valve were installed on the
tank. I routed 1/2 inch hose from the outlet of the compressor to the tank
then the outlet from the tank back to the engine compartment. Mounted a
quick connecter and switch on a little metal box I built. Put som slick 50
(Thanks Jay) in the compressor, then a pvc type air filter on the suction
side of the tank. I also installed a drain valve on the low point of the
tank and formed a P trap on the outlet hose from the compressor to minimize
oil buildup in the tank.
On a similar note I recently finished an onboard air installation using a York
AC compressor from
a mid 70's F**d truck. My 83 does not have AC so the passenger side of the
block was open for
mounting the compressor to a bracket that I welded up out of 1/4" plate steel.
I used a pressure
control switch from a regular garage style air compressor. This switch controls
the clutch on the
York to turn it on @ 80psi and turn it off @ 120 psi. I ran the output through
a filter and then into the
pressure control switch. From there it is routed under the truck to the bed
where I connect it to a
5 gal. tank. At idle it takes apprx. 3 min to fill the tank from empty. If you
throttle up to 2000 rpm
it fills in about 1 min.
The York is cool is because it has a separate sump with oil in it just like a
standard air compressor.
I think it should be able to run continuously without having to worry about not
having enough lube in the
system to prevent seizing. I'm unfamiliar with the Toy AC compressor to know if
lubrication would be a
concern.
Doug
dphills1@mmm.com
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 21:39:21 -0800
From: "Todd and Terry Steele" Subject: Onboard air.
To: Doug wrote:
>The York is cool is because it has a separate sump with oil in it just like a>standard air compressor.>I think it should be able to run continuously without having to worry about not>having enough lube in the>system to prevent seizing. I'm unfamiliar with the Toy AC compressor to know if>lubrication would be a>concern.
I have a wait and see atitude towards the lubrication concern. I put Slick 50 in it and it'll have very intermitent use. If it does become a problem, it will require minimal changes to go to a York, just the bracket and fanbelt. I could always get a "lifetime warranty" compressor!!!!
Todd
His: 87 Toyota 4X4, Marlin Tcase #180, EZ Lockers F/R, Custom rear bumper and nerfs, Ramsey F bumper, Trailmaster/Superlift 4", 33-9.5 BFG MT's. Custom Body by Sierra Nevada.
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 17:56:59 -0500
From: Ed.Wong@astramerck.com
Subject: OTC Tool Web Site
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
The Address is:
http://www.otctools.com/
For those who dont know. OTC makes the OEM special service
tools as well as their own line of generic type tools.
Most of what they make is bearing pullers and other HD
forged stuff. Their stuff aint cheap.
They also market the Toyota "SST" tools that you see
in the shop manual. In some cases, they *make* the Toyota
SST tools. In any case, they have a seperate divison that takes
care of the Yota SSTs.
I did get the following message from them - dont SPAM it too
much (Or at least - you didnt get the address from me!)>>> I received an e-mail that you would like information regarding Toyota
Special Service Tools. For assistance, please contact me at
714/895-1449 or you can e-mail me at hauver@oeteg.com.
<< Subject: OTC Tool Web Site
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Ed.Wong@astramerck.com wrote:>> They also market the Toyota "SST" tools that you see> in the shop manual. In some cases, they *make* the Toyota> SST tools. In any case, they have a seperate divison that takes> care of the Yota SSTs.
They make all of the SSTs with the exception of the scan tool which is
made by Vetronix.
Just about anything listed in the SST catalog is available through OTC
with an OTC part number. In some cases, the SST is just an OTC tool with
the Toyota SST 10 digit part number.
Nice stuff but you can usually get by with a similar tool or a little
"ingenuity."
- --
Jim Brink, Toyota/ASE Certified Technician 1986 Std. Bed 4x4
Manhattan Beach, CA 32x11.50/15 BFG M/Ts
ToyTech@Off-Road.com
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TLCA - Friends of the Mojave Road (FOMR) - CA4WDC
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 22:36:05 -0500
From: "pre-installed" Subject: powertrax ad
To: Just got my March issue of Four Wheeler. On page 61 is an ad for
Powertrax differentials from National Tire. The ad says prices starting
at $178 and $360. From the look of the ad it seems like $178 is
non-
case version and $360 is case version.
There are no models listed. Free shipping.
HTTP://www.natltire.com
John Schlachter
89 X-CAB 5M V-6
33" BFG
3" Body Lift
jpc@asapnet.com
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 16:03:43 -0800 (PST)
From: Darrell Creeks Subject: Rubicon
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
The Heep jamboree has trips on wed,thur, and fridays. It would be a pain to
go in on those days. They may not kick us out of the springs, but there
wouldnt be any room for us to camp. The hole vally is filled up with jeeps.
I dont really want to crash their party anyways because those people pay
over $200 a head, I think they disereve to have the best time possible.
Besides, I'm a local, and I dont want to have to hear about it forever.
Darrell
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 19:39:39 -0500
From: Darren Floen Subject: Rubicon
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Lucky guy!
Darrell wrote:
>Besides, I'm a local, and I dont want to have to hear about it forever.
Darrell
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 17:31:01 -0600
From: Mark Kitlinski Subject: Top Speed (was Tranny)
To: "Toy4x4@tlca.org" Darren wrote:> BTW,a while back(months)there was talk about Toy top speeds,I found out> today that mine will go 156 kmh(96 mph).How did i find out?The cop told> me so!I must have had a strong tailwind,but i think the cop was lying.>> Darren
96 huh, I find that pretty hard to believe. The older trucks need a little
help to get going that fast, i.e.. you have to go down hill, with the wind to
force it's aerodynamics of a brick through the air. I personally wouldn't
want to go 90 mph in my truck, but I did my own alignment, (hey it's good up
to 75 mph). Unless....... you have a Taco, I guess they can hit the speed
limiter, Right Steve ;) (104 or so mph I think)
Maybe you could fight it if you proved that it was scientifically impossible
for you to be going 96 mph, with an equation relating to the rear wheel
horsepower and air, tire friction. I'd imagine that would get the ticket
throw out, maybe.
- --
Mark Kitlinski
'85 Xtra cab
Kitlinski@worldnet.att.net
http://www.geocities.com/baja/dunes/2580/ new pics coming soon!!
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 19:04:41 -0500
From: Darren Floen Subject: Top Speed (was Tranny)
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Ya,its funny how the the cop was nice enough to drop the ticket down to
129 kmh. in a 90 kmh zone(while passing)from the 156.Funny since my
speedo was never got much higher than
80 mph.Even with bigger tires,a 16 mph error is immpossible.Maybe i was
really doing 85 mph but not too much faster.BTW,the fine is $170.Beats
the 260kmh in a 60 zone my chum got in his Corvette,that tops out at 240
on the speedo.They got their figures by timing him from one point to
another,as the cop was trying to catch up to him.The fine? $9.75 per kmh
over the speed limit,$1950.00!
I am glad i got a Toyota!
Darren
Mark Kitlinski wrote:>> Darren wrote:>>> BTW,a while back(months)there was talk about Toy top speeds,I found out>> today that mine will go 156 kmh(96 mph).How did i find out?The cop told>> me so!I must have had a strong tailwind,but i think the cop was lying.>>>> Darren>> 96 huh, I find that pretty hard to believe. The older trucks need a little> help to get going that fast, i.e.. you have to go down hill, with the wind to> force it's aerodynamics of a brick through the air. I personally wouldn't> want to go 90 mph in my truck, but I did my own alignment, (hey it's good up> to 75 mph). Unless....... you have a Taco, I guess they can hit the speed> limiter, Right Steve ;) (104 or so mph I think)> Maybe you could fight it if you proved that it was scientifically impossible> for you to be going 96 mph, with an equation relating to the rear wheel> horsepower and air, tire friction. I'd imagine that would get the ticket> throw out, maybe.> --> Mark Kitlinski> '85 Xtra cab> Kitlinski@worldnet.att.net> http://www.geocities.com/baja/dunes/2580/ new pics coming soon!!
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 19:57:46 -0600
From: "Steve C." Subject: Top Speed (was Tranny)
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Mark Kitlinski wrote:
Unless....... you have a Taco, I guess they can hit the speed> limiter, Right Steve ;) (104 or so mph I think)> 108 mph and thats in 4th gear I could imagine if the limiter was
lifted.....CRASH!!!
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Steve Capuano 1996 Tacoma ext cab V6 4X4
capuano@hypercon.com 31x10.50x15 Wrangler RT/S
Houston, Texas Rear LockRight K&N filter
Edelbrock headers
NRA lifetime member Dynomax 2.5" cat back
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 21:57:28 -0600
From: "mark nelson" Subject: TRD posi diff's
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Anyone ever try out one of those TRD locking diffs???=20
Know how much they want for one??
I need posi for my 85 and was wondering if they were any better then =
lets say a Loc-Rite??
I heard that they were pretty cheap....
compared to a Loc-Rite,,,,,
and if they work good I'm in. =20
85 Toy 4X4
3" Rancho Lift
9000S Superwinch
BFG M/T
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Know how much they want for =
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I need posi for my 85 and was wondering if they were any better then lets say a=20
Loc-Rite??
I heard that they were pretty=20
cheap....
compared to a =
Loc-Rite,,,,,
and if they work good I'm in. =20
85 Toy 4X4
3" Rancho Lift
9000S Superwinch
BFG M/T - ------=_NextPart_000_0004_01BD2DCA.0EB79D40--
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 15:19:42 -0800
From: "Roger Brown P.E." Subject: Trip Reports for Death Valley and Clear Creek
To: Toy4x4@tlca.org
Just wanted to pass along pointers to the following trip reports:
http://reality.sgi.com/rogerb/4x4/DeathValley/DVtrip05.html
- and -
http://reality.sgi.com/rogerb/4x4/ClearCreek/index.html
Enjoy.
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Roger Brown, P.E. mailto:rogerb@sgi.com
+1.650.933.1898 (vmail) +1.650.932.1898 (fax)
http://reality.sgi.com/rogerb/
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