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That coupler kit from Toyota should work on both of your shafts.......it just won't work on the original 91 - 93 shafts. FYI, the 91 - 93 shafts went obsolete/unavailable early on so by 2000 or so...

Transmission oil should only be added while the van is level. Once the gear oil is high enough to start dripping out the fill hole, that's the correct oil level. Assuming that part was done...

If you're talking about the Beck-Arnley #052-3382 I mentioned above, that's the one used for automatic transmissions (not compatible with a manual transmission). If you purchased that based on my...

Thank you! I just fixed them all. This helps as I don't have a lot of time to scan the forum. It's easy to fix though, so if you find more please let me know. Tim

Thanks for pointing that out. I just fixed all those links (including the one in your post above : ). FYI a few years ago our hosting company upgraded our website and added some extra security. When...

Yes, 3y and 4y engines are interchangeable. The things you mention will not be a problem. The bigger displacement of the 4y will give a noticeable power increase. Even though the intake manifolds are...

Try reading post #5 (this thread). These hubs are very common as Toyota also used them from 1986 - 1995 in the 4wd trucks and 4runners. Just go to eBay and search for "Aisin locking hubs" or similar...

All 4 loops were originally intended as tie-down tabs & like the back they are attached to strong points of the van. They can be used for multiple things and are also good for "recovery" attach...

That appears to be a left over speaker/siren from an aftermarket alarm system.

The van is a uni-body (no separate frame) so to make the hitch strong I took advantage of everything available. The hooks to which you're referring were used to tie the vans down when they were...

FYI, although there are variables, a heavier tow vehicle will typically be more stable than a light one (you don't want the tail wagging the dog). Of course loading down a light vehicle will cause...

I fabricated a class III hitch for my 87 2wd cargo van today. This van has leaf springs. It's very strong, clears everything, and the spare tire rack still functions normally. Check it out:
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I think a banana dance is in order :dance2::dance1::dance1::dance1::dance2: :thmbup:

Yeah, these type problems can be very frustrating. I have no problem zoning in on problems when they remain. It's the intermittent ones that I hate.....because they will never be there when you are...

Huh? I was going off this information you previously posted:

With the key in the "run" position and engine not running, you should see the "check engine" light. If you are not seeing that, then your problem is not the distributor, it's electrical or ECU...

Here's the page from the owner's manual that talks about towing. In a nutshell, they say not to exceed 2,000 lbs.

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The extent of my AC knowledge is pretty much all here in THIS THREAD. It's a long thread (11 pages), but there is some good info and part numbers, so you should take some time to scan/review. On page...

Interesting. Sounds like you may have an intermittent short to ground in your wire harness??? I had a cargo van give me that issue once. I ended up running a new wire from the oil pressure switch up...

Your van has an oil pressure switch (just below the oil filter) and an oil level sensor inside the oil pan. If low pressure or a low level is detected, the same light will come on (2 different ways...

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Changing to a lower temp T-stat shouldn't have anything to do with your OD troubles, but based on...

If it engages eventually and your water switch is disconnected, then it sounds like a failing (sticky) solenoid. If that's the case jumping the relay would not help. I had one that was doing that so...

I thought that looked like WonderWagon's old van. That van started life as an automatic. He did an enormous amount of work on it. Sadly, most of it was before this website and was documented on...

The 15" 240SX rims are off the van currently. I will likely get some load range 102 Tires for those rims, but for now I'm using the 14" alloy rims that were used on the Celicas and the original 84 LE...

I'm loving it. It just hit 500 miles today since I installed it. It's almost a little spooky because I keep expecting some sort of issue, but there have been zero problems. I got the van at auction ~...

More importantly, what is the pressure rating for that fuel filter, fuel hoses, and the clamps? Normal operating pressure for the van's fuel system is ~ 40 psi and that stuff looks to be only rated...

Here are some before and after pics of my cargo van's engine bay. I've put ~ 100 miles on it so far and it runs awesome :thmbup:. I'm going out now to change oil and then going on a job ~ 50 miles...

I just got the old engine out, washed the engine bay, then came in for a break. I'm going back out now to drop the new engine in. I'll take some pics. Tim

The head was also marketed as a forklift head. I got it from a forklift parts supply business. I'm pretty sure it's a Chinese reproduction. I got the one without valves or any other parts then got...

Lol, good eye. I was wondering how long it would take for someone to notice. It's for a forklift. Let's just say I know a guy with connections, a guy with an employee discount who asked not to be...

I just finished my latest engine build. It's going in my 87 un-cut cargo van. Check it out :):

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I'm not saying this is the right way, but I always remove the nuts and cam washers from the back side, then use a cutting torch on the heads and the threads that extend beyond the cross member. Then...

Lol, next time I'm sure you'll start out with the bigger BFG (reference the 6th pic in the 1st post of this thread). It's hard to hit it straight on and hard, but once you get the hang of it they...

It's best to only remove the big nut. Leave the 4 small bolts installed (to help with stability), then use the correct size pickle fork and a BFG (Big F______ Hammer). Once the tapered shaft is...

Yes, it could be done, but so far I've always been able to find them....albeit usually special order. I always keep 4 or more on hand as these tend to freeze up inside the control arm bushings (due...

Yes, I did. Toyotapartsdeal.com has been becoming increasingly lame. Toyota may be getting low on a bunch of stuff, but I've had several orders cancelled by them (stating NLA), then I was able to...

You can download the entire 1987 Van Factory Service Manual for free HERE . There were lots of changes between 84 and 87, but for things like the water pump it should be sufficient. If I had an 84, I...

Output seals are easy. After the drive shaft is removed the seal can be pulled. The transmission output shaft is there (slightly in the way) but the seal can still be removed. I use a special seal...

Replacing the master cylinder isn't bad. It's a little tight but you get enough access just by pulling the cluster. Save the pressure lines for last, fill the reservoir, then use a Mityvac to suck...

When it comes to a lot of things I insist on genuine Toyota. However, some parts are so simple/basic I don't think it matters. For me, master cylinders, calipers, wheel cylinders fall into that...

It's looking at the rear of the engine from the driver's side. That's the exhaust manifold bolted to #4 exhaust port on the head (just above the leak). The blur in the top left is where the EGR tube...

I took this picture of my head gasket leak with a normal digital camera. These can do this anywhere on the drivers side, but usually it's on the back (like the one in my photo). Tim
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If its that freeze plug, then the engine or transmission would need to be removed to fix. It could also be a head gasket leak (sometimes they can spring external leaks down the left side (driver's...

For the particular gasket you're replacing, I don't put anything there, I just assemble using a dry gasket. Make sure the sealing surfaces are clean and flat and you should be good. If the gasket has...

Different mechanics have differing opinions and/practices. I don't fault anybody for doing things the way they do, but personally I like FIPG. I use it in various places and it's never let me down....

Or per Burntboot's other suggestion, you could get a lower end gasket kit........then you'd have some extra gaskets for the next time something starts leaking.
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Is it leaking on the outside of the engine or is it coming out from the area between the transmission and engine? There is a large 50mm freeze plug up high on the back of the engine. It's not...

Probably not it, but have you already checked that little fuse box that's part of the positive battery cable? ...

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The gutters on these vans are super strong. I don't know about rated weights, but on my 87 2wd cargo van I'm using a gutter mounted 2 bar roof rack and I regularly put 600 + lbs up there (think 2 big...