I am new to these vehicles, thought I would try one like the looks and the buy in is very cheap. I am a former toyota mechanic and not afraid of repairs.
One of my questions is, the 03 I am wanting to buy needs an oil pump. Is there a reason why I can't just buy the gears if the front cover is not damaged? I have read the gears themselves break but no mention of the cover being an issue.
Also do most replace rod bearings at the same time since the oil pressure was low?
Being an 03 model my understanding is they do not have a CDL in the transfer case? Is there a way to fit one or do I need to swap in a complete older version?
Also where is the best or cheapest source for these items?
Thanks for any input.
One of my questions is, the 03 I am wanting to buy needs an oil pump. Is there a reason why I can't just buy the gears if the front cover is not damaged? I have read the gears themselves break but no mention of the cover being an issue.
Also do most replace rod bearings at the same time since the oil pressure was low?
Being an 03 model my understanding is they do not have a CDL in the transfer case? Is there a way to fit one or do I need to swap in a complete older version?
Also where is the best or cheapest source for these items?
Thanks for any input.