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by theAngryMarmot
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:42 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: New daily driver.
Replies: 10
Views: 3108

Re: New daily driver.

After the brakes are done (parts are arriving this week) it will be suspension time. I have brand new "loaded" control arms, rear links, tie rods, etc. I have decided on Coilovers to replace the well worn springs/struts and found a couple sets that fit I am mulling over which set. Then it ...
by theAngryMarmot
Mon Jun 26, 2023 10:27 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: New daily driver.
Replies: 10
Views: 3108

Re: New daily driver.

Good thing I have all new brake stuff coming, this rear wheel cylinder said 188k and done. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53002970596_ac3125d7d6_b.jpg I mounted an Alpine bluetooth headunit in the glovebox (designing a neat cover / organizer to fit in the glove box as well to 3d print.) The sto...
by theAngryMarmot
Mon Jun 26, 2023 8:43 am
Forum: Toyota
Topic: New daily driver.
Replies: 10
Views: 3108

Re: New daily driver.

I forgot I made a thread about this car. Current progress : https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53003343250_25fbb81245_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53002967336_23d2c73e93_b.jpg I cleaned the engine bay, but still have more cleaning to do : https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53003346445...
by theAngryMarmot
Sat Oct 08, 2022 7:25 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: To Bagdad and Back 2022
Replies: 15
Views: 1957

Re: To Bagdad and Back 2022

AZhitman wrote: Sat Oct 08, 2022 1:30 pm We took the Roadster and Z one year, but it's been a long time.

Y'all need to leave Paul alone until I get the 510 back. ;)
I dunno, at this point it feels like a part of the family........ Haha!

If you aren't in the mood to drive the run, you are always welcome to go with me!
by theAngryMarmot
Fri Oct 07, 2022 1:31 pm
Forum: Z car
Topic: Here's a weird one
Replies: 6
Views: 842

Re: Here's a weird one

Assuming the car still has the typical fuel gauge and temp gauge voltage reducer - That is where I would start. I think you know someone who has a bunch of digital ones he installs on the cars........ ;)
by theAngryMarmot
Fri Oct 07, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: To Bagdad and Back 2022
Replies: 15
Views: 1957

Re: To Bagdad and Back 2022

In per usual!

For those on the fence - you want to go on this cruise as it is a good one!
by theAngryMarmot
Fri Sep 30, 2022 10:38 pm
Forum: Pickup
Topic: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread
Replies: 176
Views: 15027

Re: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread

Looks like that sprayed out nice!
by theAngryMarmot
Sat Jul 30, 2022 2:48 pm
Forum: Pickup
Topic: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread
Replies: 176
Views: 15027

Re: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread

As much as I love "showroom fresh" and perfectly finished vehicles - there is always something to be said about real wear and tear on a vehicle. "Personalty" is a product of something's history and that is only created with real patina, wear & tear and sometimes abuse can cre...
by theAngryMarmot
Sat Jul 09, 2022 6:11 pm
Forum: Pickup
Topic: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread
Replies: 176
Views: 15027

Re: The Adventure Begins- My 620 build thread

Randy, if you need a slide hammer to work on any of the dents and whatnot let me know and I can bring one by Tuesday.
by theAngryMarmot
Tue Jun 21, 2022 8:07 pm
Forum: Tools and Equipment
Topic: Porta Power
Replies: 5
Views: 1072

Re: Porta Power

I just checked mine (it was a cheapy) and the hydraulic cylinder has given up the ghost. Drat!
Depending on what you need - I have used a bottle jack in lieu of a porta power if you need to give something a bit of a push.