Norcal Spotted and BS Thread

says they're primed, umm no not quite

 

FIFH

 

I really hope so, cuzz I suck at it.

 

Get that popcorn popping!

As an aside though, wanted one of those PB gas tank skids for a while now...but in aluminum. Hoping some are still around for the BAMF-termath sale, not holding my breath though.

 

So, 4X4 swapping was not the only thing I was working on this weekend.

Completely re-wired the solenoids on my project winch and wired it to the truck.


Re-located the plug for the remote to a more convenient location.


Deleted the stupid stock charging ports (that never seemed to charge anything right). And wired them direct, so I can charge when the truck is off. Red=Starting battery / Blue= Aux Battery.


Winch works like a Champ... just need to run the line, splice the hook, and re-install the halogen lights tonight. (looks like I'll need to do a one inch body lift to clear the switch lol j/k)
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So last night while driving on the freeway I heard a squirting noise that the truck made. Then I couldn't accelerate. As the truck slowed down the engine shut itself off.
I go look under the hood and find that in the corner radiator there is a huge hole. Water was all over the engine. So it would start at all.
Left the truck in some military housing place.
I replaced the radiator this morning and it started but... I checked the oil dip stick and it was burning water!!
Any idea to what caused that?

 

Blown head gasket?

 

My thoughts too

 

If you're sure theres coolant in your oil, probably this ^

 

Yup. Just talked to a mechanic. That's what he told me.
Damn just my luck

 

My engine just hit 260k too

 

Anyone know where I can get a good used engine? I think it'll be better than rebuilding it

 

Gotchu fam:

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/pts/d/pleasant-hill-2016-lt1-engine-from/6823015276.html

 

Should bolt right up

 

In all seriousness though, I would first call around to some of the Pick N' Pulls and junk yards around your area. Otherwise, I think there are some websites to follow for a lead on a used engine. @nDub Cant remember, but do you know which site is the better one to look at? Thought I saw you mention parts and used engines at some point a few months ago.

 

The transfer case is on the wrong side but you can get a correct side one from Malaysia, I think.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Toyota-Tur...4X4-JDM-Full-Swap-Free-Shipping-/223210659895

Edit...didn't recognize your username at first. What happened to your engine?

Personally, I'd look around for a re-manufactured engine that comes with some kind of warranty and do the swap myself...if the remaned engine's warranty works with a DIY swap anyway.
It'll cost more than a junkyard motor but it should have more piece of mind.

Edit#2 - also call Toy Connection in Santa Clara.

 

damn, that's a great deal.

 

right there with ya, had a refund last year. paying this year.

 

Building the full length 6' drawer that will go in the camp trailer under the sleeping platform. Still haven't decided on how I want to do the slides. Bearings along the sides with a rail? wheels underneath? Heavy duty drawer slides?Drawer will pull out the full length and have a fold down leg underneath the front end to support it when its extended

 

I wish I had money for that kind of swap.