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    Re: Transmission woes

    Yeah, I have no experience with these, but based on some quick research I think the ARB #RD90 fits both front and back on our vans. But wow, these sell for ~ $1k each. Good thing mine is only a 2wd....
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    Re: Transmission woes

    Thanks for the info Ian. I was not aware I could expect more wear/tear on the mounts. Don't the ARB's require air to shift? To me that seems a bit complex (running lines, dealing with potential...
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    Transmission woes

    My 2wd 5 speed work van's transmission failed on Thursday. I had a spare 2wd manual transmission but when I cleaned it up I found the fill plug had been covered in silicone. After removing the...
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    Re: ELECTRIC (power) WINDOWS information....

    Quality switch contacts are also coated/plated with special materials that help resist arcing and minimize carbon deposits. Over time they can wear out. Using a buffing wheel for a short period is...
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    Re: Valve clearance Mk1

    2.4 is the size we had with gas/petrol so I'm going to assume that's what yours is too. If so, if it runs good and there's no valve clatter, I would just run it without worrying about valves. Even...
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    Re: Valve clearance Mk1

    I'm not familiar with the term "MK1", so I'm guessing you're in another country. If it's a gasoline engine like we have in America, there's not an easy adjustment, but they don't usually change much....
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    Re: Sensors to overdrive

    Thank you for the feedback :). Plugged/unplugged doesn't matter now. OD will work regardless.....Tim
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    Re: Fuel Damper question.

    Can you tell what side it's leaking from (fuel rail side or FPD side)? If it's leaking from the fuel rail side, then yeah, it could be a blemish on the rail. The rail is aluminum, so if it's...
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    Re: Fuel Damper question.

    Check very closely to be sure it's coming from a washer surface. Then take it back apart and check the mating surfaces. If there's a problem, you may need to replace something. If it's the banjo, you...
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    Re: Fuel Damper question.

    You are correct. Unless you cut some reliefs on the inside edge, that washer will not work. You need Toyota part #23232-28010 for the damper side and Toyota part #90430-12005 for the rail side. I've...
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    Re: diagnosing a headgasket failure

    What brand gasket is that? I believe the OE Toyota head gaskets to be NLA, but if you can get one of those, that would be my 1st choice. FWIW, I don't know a lot about why the gaskets don't always...
  12. Sticky: Re: The WHAT-IS-THIS-PART and WHAT'S-THE-PART-NUMBER Thread for US Toyota Vans 1984-1

    The pipe in your picture is from an automatic 4wd van. Those vans have a sandwich type engine oil cooler that gets it's cooling from engine antifreeze (fed by that pipe). Yours is Toyota part...
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    Re: motor & transmission mounts

    How would you know from that view? I got out my Febest mount to double check this and I'm not convinced yours is broken. The Febest mount is only vulcanized at the 2 - 3 o'clock and then at the 9 -...
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    Re: going in for the headgasket replacement !

    Headgaskets should be installed dry. Both surfaces should be smooth and clean. I like to use a die grinder with surface conditioning pads to make things shiny, then wipe with lacquer thinner and...
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    Re: Previa Stereo Options

    The factory Previa radios were nice when they worked, but they used crummy capacitors and most of the stock radios crapped out after ~ 10 years. So even if you're able to fix the tape deck, the caps...
  16. Sticky: Re: The WHAT-IS-THIS-PART and WHAT'S-THE-PART-NUMBER Thread for US Toyota Vans 1984-1

    Exhaust manifold is part #17141-72010 and that was available up until about 1 or 2 years ago. The manifold can be welded, but if you want it to last it should also be stress relieved and then...
  17. Sticky: Re: The WHAT-IS-THIS-PART and WHAT'S-THE-PART-NUMBER Thread for US Toyota Vans 1984-1

    That's Toyota part #16268-73060 Pipe, Water By-Pass No 1. Unfortunately it's no longer available. Your choice is to repair (welding/brazing) or to fabricate something to replace it with. If you're...
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    Re: Overdrive issues

    Cutting the cord will prevent OD operation (it needs 12V to open/allow OD). The plate is machined to simulate an activated solenoid. You can also use a Dremel with a cutting wheel to alter the...
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    Re: fuse panel layout

    Okay, I just snapped the following picture from my 87 Van Owner's Manual. Although they may have changed some fuse values, it looks to me like the locations are the same. FYI, I have interchanged...
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    Re: fuse panel layout

    Pretty much. I'm not sure about 84 & 85, but all vans after used the same fuse panel.
  21. Re: Air Shocks & Air Bags (2wd, but should also work on 4wd).

    My 87 Cargo van has a curb weight of 2,830 lbs & a GVWR of 4,850. For specs on other years and trim versions click HERE
  22. Re: Air Shocks & Air Bags (2wd, but should also work on 4wd).

    I stopped by a weigh station a couple weeks ago and found my van weighs 5,600 lbs with myself, my son, and all my equipment in it. I also tow a cargo trailer at times with up to 200 lbs of tongue...
  23. Re: Air Shocks & Air Bags (2wd, but should also work on 4wd).

    So far the best suspension mod I've made was on my 87 cargo van. I put motorhome air bags it. I had to fabricate my own base plates, but it has been working very well. This van has leaf springs...
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    Re: diagnosing a headgasket failure

    If you got another fan I'd probably try that 1st. If your funds are limited then go with your gut. Whenever I go deep enough to do a head gasket, if I have any doubts about the radiator I'll take it...
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    Re: diagnosing a headgasket failure

    If you pull the top radiator hose and look in there with a flashlight you can view a small portion of the core where it attaches to the tank. If it looks clean and clear, then that's a good...
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    Re: Power Steering Pressure Line Fix

    88 & 89 are the same. There are some differences on earlier years but not between 88 - 89. Tim
  27. Re: The Fan Clutch (clutch fan / fluid coupling) Thread

    Yeah, sounds like you got a bad one. Usually when they fail they don't engage at all, and the result is overheating. At least you didn't have that issue. Good luck with the next new one. Tim
  28. Re: Question on Head Gasket job.....

    It's in the nature of fan clutches to be engaged when cold as the silicone inside is too viscous to slip. There are variables as to how long it will engage cold depending on how hard you are revving...
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    Re: HELP! No power at all! Toyota Van Wagon 1988

    https://www.toyotavantech.com/forum/showthread.php?136-The-fusible-link-thread
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    Re: Question on Head Gasket job.....

    Micah, read the 2nd paragraph on this post: https://www.toyotavantech.com/forum/entry.php?127-4yec-Engine-Rebuild-part-13 :thmbup:
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    Re: Time for new calipers.

    If I recall correctly, you can interchange 87 calipers onto 86 vans (I've switched these back and forth). The only difference is the connection to the flexible brake hose, so you'll need to also use...
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    Re: Noisy Valve Train Troubleshooting

    Yes, the two pics above are the back end of the rocker shaft. That lip is a good reference point when installing. It's always pointed up and at the rear of the engine. Tim
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    Re: The fusible link thread

    I'm not sure what the actual burn time is, but fusible links in general are slow burn. They are designed to tolerate overloads for short periods, but they should burn out before the wire is damaged....
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Okay, I just pulled a lower arm for 86 - 89 vans off my shelf and compared with one these 85 arms. I can see there are a few minor changes. The one listed for 85 vans has a smaller clearance hole for...
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Hold up........I just checked part numbers and there is a discrepancy (may not fit)! Let me compare and I'll post in a minute.
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Yes, but these are much cheaper. I got 5 of each (10) last week for under $100 :dance2:.

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09ND1LFCD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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  37. Thread: towing

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    Re: towing

    That is a fabricated hitch. They did good job and it was made very solid. It appears to be more solid than mine, but it's hard to imagine towing anything with the van that needs that much strength....
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Huh, very interesting. I didn't look close enough to realize they were from Turkey. Having new parts surface is encouraging and they look worth trying (price seems reasonable too). If anybody gets...
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    ??? :cnfsd: ??? I am unaware of anything other than the Febest ones. Are you talking about one of those listed on rockauto?. To be honest I know nothing about the Febest either, except they've been...
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Yes, same bolt for both 2wd & 4wd.
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    If you're replacing the lowers, you should review this thread: https://www.toyotavantech.com/forum/showthread.php?1822-Lower-Control-Arm-Bushings. That's oriented towards 4wd's but some of the same...
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    Re: 87' 2wd upper control arm bushings

    Hi JR,

    Due to my experience with these I also recommend replacing the entire arms. Aftermarket ones are fairly easy to find (at least right now), as there was evidently an overabundance of these...
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    Re: Full coolant flush tips?

    The recovery bottle can seem impossible to remove, but it will come off with hand pressure. Basically you grab it firmly with both hands and apply a constant upwards pressure while rocking it from...
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    Re: overheating, looking for input

    That's funny, must be some mis-labeling going on??? I just pulled one of these from my parts inventory and it's definitely a radiator hose. Here's a picture of it:
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    Re: Full coolant flush tips?

    I posted a picture of the block drain location in this thread (post #10). It can be done in the driveway, but don't let the coolant go on the ground (It can be hazardous to pets and other wildlife)....
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    Re: Full coolant flush tips?

    Over time coolant gets acidic and will start eating the aluminum parts that are exposed to the coolant. A translucent white "gel" and/or white powder is a by-product of that corrosion process (and...
  47. Re: Testing fuel system / replacing fuel pressure regulator

    I just wanted to clarify, when you say you got a code, was it one that just popped up for a minute while driving or did you put a jumper in your Check Engine Connector to capture?

    The Denso...
  48. Re: Testing fuel system / replacing fuel pressure regulator

    #1 Same thing on both. All years of van have interchangeable regulators, but Toyota slightly raised pressure on the 88 - 89 regulators though (good thing).

    #2 There is no "expiration date" on...
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    Re: Power Steering Leak

    The spring seat (what I call the cap) is marked on the above diagram as part #44343. It should only have one groove, but if for some reason there are 2, then choose the one that seems the most...
  50. Re: Engine Service Connector not working - can't set proper ignition timing

    Yes, on an 87 code 11 is most likely the TPS. Keep in mind the electronic advance changes timing when enabled, but not the base timing. In order for it to run correctly, the base timing needs to be...
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