Recent content by Rhino85VT

That's pretty cool. How do you do that? Big job?

Great idea! Now I'm inspired to do the same.

I did the 231mm Tundra brake upgrade. It' makes a HUGE difference in stopping power. I don't know why it didn't come with these brakes stock.

Can anyone tell me the length of stock(not lifted) front coil springs?

Does anyone know a good source for electrical fittings? The previous owner thought it was a good idea to cut and splice with cheap butt connectors instead of using the factory plug. I need one specifically for the abs speed sensor. I have a brand new sensor and I really don't want to cut the...

I just reinstalled the gas tank after sandblasting and painting with POR15.

Thanks for confirming my original suspicion. I ended up using my die grinder VERY carefully to zip off the very tips of the splines. IT WORKED! It still went in a little too tight but with some light tapping with a rubber mallet, it made its way home.

I did use a file and that didn't work. I cleaned it very thoroughly with a wire brush on an angle grinder.

I think you must be correct about this. I was very careful not to damage the splines but I did not cover them with anything while I was using the press.

Yes because I wanted to eliminate the possibility of the abs/retaining ring be in the way and to confirm it is the splines not sliding. Everything I searched suggested the ring was not seated properly. I already have the entire housing on the bench so it didn't take much to remove the 3rd and...

I fully understand this. I'm trying to diagnose why the axle won't slide in.

I have had both Toyota 4runner and Subaru Forrester. I do all the work on my own cars, so I can't comment on the service. As far as reliability, assuming things are maintained properly, I can say with certainty that the Toyota will break less often. That being said, the Subaru is generally...

Mine has 367k right now. Still going strong but I am currently restoring the undercarriage. VT salt did a number on it.

Thanks for this! I will be referencing it next time I do my VC.

I don't do much off-road stuff, I use mine more as a "truck" for hauling. I don't need a lift, I just need it to be a comfortable ride with the capability of towing a fairly large trailer. I have considered installing airbags in the springs. What do you guys think of this?