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    Fixing the transfer case shift motor leak from within..

    I used LiquiMoly 75w-90 and I have no leak since the change. Must be an ingredient that helps the seals. Also have noticed that parking uphill added to the propensity to weep.
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    Finding transmission fluid, Pain in the ***

    03 V8 with 323k. Was getting the rumble strip vibration from the torque converter. Fluid has only been changed once. Tow a boat in summer months that weighs about 4700 lbs. Needed to get something done. Bought 12 qts of Toyota Type IV. Drained 3.5 qts from pan and refilled that amount. Then...
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    Driveline vibration

    I have an 03 V8 with 323k. I’m getting a driveline vibration at around 40mph and about 1300 rpm. It feels like one is going over a rumble strip and goes away when speed is increased or decreased. It lasts for a few secs and then goes away. It doesn’t happen on moderate to higher acceleration and...
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    Valve Cover Gasket

    I only did the cover that was leaking so if you are going to do both banks then you would have to double up cost with the exception of the sealant. Approximations: Gasket-$13 PCV-$8 Grommets-$12 Toyota Sealant-$15 Tube Seals-$14 So approx, $62. You wouldn’t need the PCV on the other side too...
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    Valve Cover Gasket

    Thanks Myers. Ended up purchasing new Toyota grommets along with the pcv, tube seals and new gasket. Put the Toyota sealant in the corners by the cam gear and re-siliconed the half moons on the opposite side of the head. All went well. Toughest thing was finding the right angle, extension...
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    Valve Cover Gasket

    317,000 on 03 V8. Valve cover on driver side is leaking at back left corner. Ordered new gasket, silicone, tube seals and pcv valve from Toyota. Couple questions: 1. Do the Valve Cover bolts have a rubber washer/grommet on bolt that should be replaced also? There are 9 of them on the cover...
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    Talk me out of Cooper Discoverer AT3??

    AT3 vs. KO2 Have had both sets on my rig. I barely got 40,000 out of the AT3. They were seriously dangerous after 40k. I have well over 40k on the K02 and they have at least another 40k left on them. Great tire in all conditions. Wonderful in snow. Best tires I have ever had.
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    Early V8 Towing Capacity?

    I had the exact set up you had. I had the rear crossmember hitch replaced with a Draw Tite frame hitch-very heavy duty. In order to install the frame hitch, you will need to remove a tow hook and the old hitch. The tow hook was very difficult to remove due to Wisconsin winters. The bolts can...
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    V8 Guys and Gals with Gibson Exhaust

    Jason-I like your website. You offer a lot of great parts for our vehicle. I appreciate your offer.
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    V8 Guys and Gals with Gibson Exhaust

    Thanks 808g19-Thanks a lot for the info. Curious-what year and engine is the 618708 for? I know that the (6) is for stainless.
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    V8 Guys and Gals with Gibson Exhaust

    Part #?? I have an 03 V8. Looking at getting this Gibson system but just want to confirm part #. I want to order it from Amazon as I have a gift card that I want to use. Is it 618707 or 618708? I appreciate any direction that can be provided.

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