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  1. hamsquatch

    '96 Land Cruiser Died...now what

    After a decade of ownership we have a dead engine. Want to try to get something for it before I donate it to charity. Ideally I'd like to find a Land Cruiser "Will Tillery" type person who will just take it. Anyone here wheel FJ-80 TLCs or have any suggestions? (Other than the 'search' option...
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    Upconverting DVD Players

    Anyone have a basic upconverting DVD player? One that upconverts standard DVDs to 1080p...I'm hesitant to purchace a Blue Ray player since I'm not convinced the technology is sticking and it seems expensive. I also don't want to repurchase any of my DVDs. These non Blue Ray modes seem...
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    Exhaust Jack from Dubai - 3 ton too weak?

    My wife brought me an exhaust jack back from her trip to Dubai this week. I tried it out and it does not seem to lift my DII very high at all. I tried multiple places, even the lowest places with no success. It is a '3 ton jack' and the picture on the instructions shows the jack lifting a...
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    80 Series Land Cruiser Question

    Need some help. We have a '96 80 series TLC with 188k. There is a low, mild sound that appears to be coming from the front left wheel. It seems to speed up and slow down with the speed of the vehicle. It is only audible at lower speeds. There is no shaking or vibration so I'm assuming that tire...
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    Obama is the Antichrist...?

    Saw this one today. I had no idea that his election would spark judgement day and the second coming of Jesus. Where do I sign up? I'm so in! http://www.time.com/time/politics/article/0,8599,1830590,00.html
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    Verizon, Samsung and regret

    Recently had Verizon fiber optic installed. Also purchased a new Samsung 46" LCD and put it on the wall. Running HDMI. Amazing picture. etc. Problem: Sometimes the HD box does not send a signal to the TV. I unplug the HD box (from verizon) and plug it back in...problem solved. This keeps...
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    ABS Modulator Valve Kit?

    I see that some folks have been talking about this recently. ...does it effectively fix the problem? http://www.roverparts.com/Parts/SWO500040G.cfm
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    Shuttle valve fix made it worse...?

    Did I do something wrong? Recently, the dealer checked my codes which pointed to a faulty shuttle valve in my ABS. ('99 SII) I purchased a replacement part from RN and did the installation myself. (I have done this once before) The "Service Engine Soon" light goes off and then, at the same...
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    Suggestions on buying a '95 Disco

    Folks, I have a friend at work who is looking at buying a '95 Disco from the dealer. He's asking me if it's a good idea. Here's the run-down... - One owner (some lady) - Regular dealer service, he's checked the stamps in the book etc. - Carfax is clean - 83k miles - don't think it's ever been...
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    Drive shaft bolt size / thread count DII?

    Installing a new front shaft assembly this morning on my 99 DII. I'd like to put on new bolts and nuts since the old ones are somewhat stripped. I searched...some but could not find the specs I was looking for. I can go to Lowes and hunt and peck for the right size but I'd like to see if...
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    Atlantic British iPod adapter - crap sound?

    Recently installed the AB iPod interface. RCA jacks etc. Maybe I'm high but the sound quality does not seem as good as the tape deck thing I used previously. "Wolfmother" sounds more like "Wussmother." I did extend the RCA wiring a bit by purchasing male to female adapters etc from the local...
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    Disco roof rack ladder / Richmond

    I have a new rear door/ roof rack ladder from AB for sale. $80. Still in it's unopened box. I'm looking for a local Richmond, VA buyer to pick up or meet me locally. I got two for Christmas by mistake. Trying to avoid doing a return. Still has Christmas wrapping paper on it. Any takers?