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TonyB66
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Done and done! Got it done yesterday before the rains hit today...
-Charlie
Nice to see Charlie.
Much like the power steering fluid (ATF) and that o-ring, I put-off greasing these Zerks. This thread was the inspiration:
Drive/Prop Shaft Greasing Guide
I cleaned-up the eight Zerks (none missing!), here's one.
Found my grease gun, which thankfully had a sufficient amount of grease. Inside was NLGI, grade 2.
Felt good finally getting this done...
phattyduck
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And now you'll be annoyed at the grease that gets slung up on to the body! :becky:
I almost did trans fluid and the driveshafts... I think I have enough Dex fluid in the garage for the trans. But then again, I have to drop a skid to do the trans.
-Charlie
I almost did trans fluid and the driveshafts... I think I have enough Dex fluid in the garage for the trans. But then again, I have to drop a skid to do the trans.
-Charlie
TonyB66
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Yea, I read about such an account. I went through a few paper towels to wipe-off what oozed-out, so hopefully it won't be too much...
Periodically I've pondered how to best use that storage space between the rear frame rails. I decided to keep the "recovery bag" topside. This does fit down there, along with the tool bag.
Below, in addition to the 4+ gallon fuel tank, I thought with the extra space with the recovery bag removed I could include even more gas, something portable. My 1 gallon fits, including all of this stuff...
Oh, I forgot, this too...
Fits, with more room to spare.
Can see a Mobile 1 bottle through the bumper.
This was the first time I filled the water cube. Fits very well down there.
So, I'd only need to access this storage area for liquids (fuel, oils, water) and tools.
I actually think I can fit more gasoline down there. Anyone here have an Eagle pancake style gas can, namely the 1 or 2 gallon versions?
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TonyB66
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Maybe better after a first and second use? I hear ya though, actually on all plastic water containers. As a family, we went with stainless steel water bottles about a decade ago. This water supply is intended to be used in the radiator, and in a pinch, for us to drink. We have distilled water on tap at home... The storage area, at least at this time, will be for tools and vehicle fluids (gas, oils, and water).
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TonyB66
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Although I think I fixed a slight drip in that flexible water storage container, I won't be using it, at least in the 4Runner. I'm aiming to find a way to carry 2 gallons of water, and I think I found a way to do so in that storage space. I'll know for sure by next week...
Well, the continued "stay-at-home-orders" propelled me to find a welding project. As some might remember I purchased this a few months back.
I have no gas, but figured I'd make use of the .030 flux-core it came with...
Even though I never experienced any flex in the 16 gauge sheet metal over the storage space opening I decided I'd weld a strip of steel to reinforce it.
Besides not having welded in about 30 years, equally bad is that the metal I had was much thicker, 3/16". That to the 16 gauge, not exactly the ideal project to build confidence. I only had about 2 inches of scrap for which to learn too, and I blew a hole through the scrap sheet metal. Dang. It seems that one needs to aim the tip more toward the thicker piece, not the joint. I don't know. I set-up the unit for flux-core, 220v, 3/16".
Used this to keep the pieces together.
Oh, I first applied a weld-through primer on the areas that would be inaccessible after being welded...
What I forgot to do was to take a grinder to the metal reinforcement piece to remove the coating. The good news is that I did not burn a hole into the 16 gauge. And, after banging on it afterwards, the weld job will hold-up. The not good news is that sheet metal warped. I was able to contour it back, somewhat. Suffice it to say, lessons-learned. Look-forward to welding again, but similar thickness pieces would help me feel better about the effort.
Removed light surface rust on the sheet metal, used an etching primer, then paint. On the top side, a color somewhat comparable to the interior. Here it is drying, and it seems that the penetration was adequate.
And installed...
I can put my knee in the middle of it, all of my weight, and it's rock solid. It's functional for sure. The backside...
Will order more .030 flux-core wire. I can go up to 1/4" steel with that stuff apparently, which should be sufficient for what I'd be doing on future projects on the 4Runner and trailer.
Hope everyone is doing well...
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octanejunkie
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Nice work Tony
I need to do my power steering fluid/reservoir but I've been dreaming about how I could do it without pulling the pump/reservoir
With a corporate daily (right now I'm WFH so no driving at all) so I don't drive the 4runner much except weekends and not as much as before by far, so everything is getting deferred including 300K maintenance
I need to do my power steering fluid/reservoir but I've been dreaming about how I could do it without pulling the pump/reservoir
With a corporate daily (right now I'm WFH so no driving at all) so I don't drive the 4runner much except weekends and not as much as before by far, so everything is getting deferred including 300K maintenance
TonyB66
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Thanks much Mike.
Good to hear from you. I hope you and loved ones are doing well.
I imagine you are happy that you are not racking-up so many miles on your 4Runner these days.
Three bolts and the PS reservoir is out rather quickly. It's likely a good move to replace a 20+ year old o-ring too...
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TonyB66
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Decided to get a new one gallon gas "can".
With the aux storage tank holding a little over four gallons, I can carry an additional 5+ in total in the storage area. It's about 8" tall and has a footprint of 8"x6". It fits, and I could actually fit one more, if desired...
Simply tilt it a little...
and slide it under, then rotate it upright.
These two one gallon F-style jugs arrived on Friday. HDPE, food grade, supposedly leakproof...
A couple days full of water, thumped them a few times, no leaks.
I carefully measured, and they fit very nicely at the very rear portion of the storage area. Driver side.
Passenger.
With the 18" tool bag within, the passenger side water jug is snug.
Matt, if you're still checking-in, with respect to oils (engine, ATF/PS, gear), how much do you typically carry, if you do? Anyone else too...
With the aux storage tank holding a little over four gallons, I can carry an additional 5+ in total in the storage area. It's about 8" tall and has a footprint of 8"x6". It fits, and I could actually fit one more, if desired...
Simply tilt it a little...
and slide it under, then rotate it upright.
These two one gallon F-style jugs arrived on Friday. HDPE, food grade, supposedly leakproof...
A couple days full of water, thumped them a few times, no leaks.
I carefully measured, and they fit very nicely at the very rear portion of the storage area. Driver side.
Passenger.
With the 18" tool bag within, the passenger side water jug is snug.
Matt, if you're still checking-in, with respect to oils (engine, ATF/PS, gear), how much do you typically carry, if you do? Anyone else too...
theesotericone
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Hey Tony. As always nice work getting the rig in order. Do me a favor and make sure that gas cap is tight. Last thing you want is to smell that crap in the cab when going up in elevation.
I carry all my fluids in a DeWalt tough box. It's easy to move and fits what I carry pretty well. I'd get a pic but I'm lazy. lol
I carry 1 gallon of Lucas 85-140, 5 quarts of oil, 5 quarts of ATF and 12oz of brake fluid. What you carry is up to you but I figure you'll carry as much, if not more, then me. You seem to be the type that likes to be prepared so just go with your gut.
I carry all my fluids in a DeWalt tough box. It's easy to move and fits what I carry pretty well. I'd get a pic but I'm lazy. lol
I carry 1 gallon of Lucas 85-140, 5 quarts of oil, 5 quarts of ATF and 12oz of brake fluid. What you carry is up to you but I figure you'll carry as much, if not more, then me. You seem to be the type that likes to be prepared so just go with your gut.
TonyB66
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As always, appreciate the input. That's quite bit. At this point, I definitely cannot fit that much fluid down there. I decided that gasoline and water will take-up the brunt of the space. Additionally, I think I can fit 6-8 quarts of other fluids, so thinking:
- 3 engine oil
- 3 gear oil + hand pump
- 2 ATF/PS
- <1 brake (thanks)
I've now added 85-140 oil to my reading/homework. I imagine there's some good gear oil discussion here... I recall that I used 75w-90.
I will get the above items in those size containers and experiment with fitment...
Your word of caution on gas fumes is appreciated. I need to vent that new 1 gallon can or cap. The aux tank has a vented cap. While that storage location is protected quite well with reinforced 3/16" steel on the bottom, the sides and rear by the frame rails and Savage rear bumper, it has a few inches of vertical space up high, below the floor, for ventilation. I realize there might be times or dynamics where fumes could otherwise meander upward into the cab though. That lid forms a nice seal, and with gear on the topside, on top of that cover, I feel confident the fumes will find a better path of least resistance mostly because they are actually heavier than air. On our trip to Tahoe last year, with the aux tank filled, we never smelled any fumes at any point. All should be fine in that respect.
Thanks again.
TonyB66
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From Advance Auto Parts, about 95 bucks delivered...
Now to see if all of this will fit down there...
With both water jugs in place, between them the two quarts of ATF fit snuggly under a ledge, with space for the small bottle of brake fluid.
On the driver side, a quart of engine oil fits nicely between the one gallon gas container and water jug.
With the 18" tool bag in its usual spot on the passenger side, the three quarts of gear oil fit to the left of it...
Slide-in the tarp to the right, fuel accessories to the left, it looks like all will fit.
Tucked-in the mover's blanket on top, and everything is in!
I can likely fit one more quart of something, but for now, I'm quite pleased. A summary of the contents:
- 5+ gallons of fuel (4+ gallon aux tank & 1 gallon gas can)
- 2 gallons of water (two 1 gallon jugs)
- 3 quarts engine oil
- 3 quarts gear oil
- 2 quarts ATF
- 12 oz brake fluid
- 18" tool bag
- Fuel/fluid accessories
- Tarp (approx 5'x7')
- Mover's blanket (40"x50")
NOTE to self: add a funnel and gear hand pump.
Now to see if all of this will fit down there...
With both water jugs in place, between them the two quarts of ATF fit snuggly under a ledge, with space for the small bottle of brake fluid.
On the driver side, a quart of engine oil fits nicely between the one gallon gas container and water jug.
With the 18" tool bag in its usual spot on the passenger side, the three quarts of gear oil fit to the left of it...
Slide-in the tarp to the right, fuel accessories to the left, it looks like all will fit.
Tucked-in the mover's blanket on top, and everything is in!
I can likely fit one more quart of something, but for now, I'm quite pleased. A summary of the contents:
- 5+ gallons of fuel (4+ gallon aux tank & 1 gallon gas can)
- 2 gallons of water (two 1 gallon jugs)
- 3 quarts engine oil
- 3 quarts gear oil
- 2 quarts ATF
- 12 oz brake fluid
- 18" tool bag
- Fuel/fluid accessories
- Tarp (approx 5'x7')
- Mover's blanket (40"x50")
NOTE to self: add a funnel and gear hand pump.
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TonyB66
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First laugh in this long day of weed-cutting!
Just ordered a couple collapsible silicone funnels...
s197stanggg
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awesome setup man!
RotaryDreamz
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Had the day off work, so got more done, and finally re-installed the driver seat.
A shot showing about a 1/4" gap under the ham radio.
Tony,
Love how you made room for the HAM radio after installing those aftermarket seats. Any recommendations for me to get my Hams license here locally? I definitely could use the skill for my hunting trips as it has saved my buddy's life 2 years ago. Quick searches online shows 1-2 weeks classes which seemed too excessive.
- Sean
TonyB66
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Had the day off work, so got more done, and finally re-installed the driver seat.
A shot showing about a 1/4" gap under the ham radio.
Tony,
Love how you made room for the HAM radio after installing those aftermarket seats. Any recommendations for me to get my Hams license here locally? I definitely could use the skill for my hunting trips as it has saved my buddy's life 2 years ago. Quick searches online shows 1-2 weeks classes which seemed too excessive.
- Sean
Hey Sean,
Most self-study. Multiple choice, and the question pools are provided, so it's not that difficult to pass. I passed all three exams (Tech, General and Extra classes) over the course of a couple months as I recall. All review and study was done in airports and in airplanes! This is the place to go. Have at it!
HamExam.org: Free Amateur Radio Practice Tests with Flash Cards
Exams are all over the bay area, before several options weekly, mostly on the weekends. Not sure nowadays with social-distancing recommendations...
Since I'm posting, not much in the way of updates. The usual small stuff... I noticed that after taking the water jugs in and out of that storage spot, they are getting scuffed-up a little.
With some dust and debris on the floor of the storage area, them moving around, I can see how that could pose a problem for these jugs over time. So, while waiting for the battery to charge on the weed-whacker, I made a template.
With a roll of black auto carpet I keep in the shed, I cut two pieces for each jug, and applied 100% silicone to the back of each.
Done, just as the battery finished charging.
Should do the trick...
A little later in the day I made time to go under the house to pull-out a solar panel and charge controller. I purchased a few many years ago from HF, and only used one at this house so far. Before I cleaned it up...
Delivered 23 volts...
And out, an appropriate 14...
No need to start her up periodically...
Oh, I sold that new center console cover/lid for 50 bucks last week! I had ordered the wrong one... So, no need to ship it back.
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