Recent content by Jimmiee

Glad this guy survived this accident, wow! I bought a 2007 FJ in May of 2006. I had it for 17 years and I swore I would never sell it. Then the Broncos were announced, and I ordered a 2 Door Badlands. The FJs are great vehicles, but time and technology have kicked them to the curb. I have zero...

No regrets. I just installed the Rough Country 2.5" Sasquatch lift with the spacers and upper control arms. I loved the ride of the factory Bilstein's and didn't want to change it after reading all the horror stories about rough ride, etc. I also bought the spare tire relocation kit and the...

Yes ULV, Ultra Low Viscosity. These 10 speed transmissions have 8 variable pressure control solenoids which not only shift gears but control line pressure to each clutch pack. If you use a conventional ATF it can slow down the shifting control especially on cold mornings before the fluid heats...

I bought one back when this thread started. Also bought the Ford LV Fluid and filter. I’ve waited until 30K miles which just happened last week. The new pan looks great and will be a nice addition to the maintenance schedule. I’m going to change my fluid every 30K. The filter is designed to...

I just had my red trailer painted to match CHETOZ. This trailer was Red since 1986 when it was built to match my Red FJ40. After it was painted it needed a new License Plate. We renamed the Red Trailer CHEZTER.

If you can get the leak stopped with the cracked pan,, think about ordering a pan with a drain plug. Then you can change your fluid without dropping the pan. The recommended procedure is to change the pan and filter at 30K Miles. Then just do a drain and fill every 30K. The filter will be good...

Yeah this is why it’s important to do a pan drain every 30K. It keeps the fluid in good condition. If you do this you should never need to do a complete exchange as long as the fluid stays “Red”. Keep in mind the OE fluid isn’t red like aftermarket fluids like Amsoil or RedLine. If your Bronco...

The picture looks plastic. They make a drain plug kit which works fairly good on metal pans, but I don't know about using one on plastic pans. As a side note, after replacing the filter with the new pan, drain your ATF every 30K. If the fluid looks good a pan drop is all that's necessary. The...

I installed the Fab Fours relocation bracket. It goes behind the Shutters on the driver side. I couldn’t make it work. No matter how I adjusted it it would glitch out and when this happens it disables cruise. Then you have to stop and recycle the ignition. This is a PITA on a trip as you have to...

You knocked your Toe-In out of adjustment. This will result in the problem you have. If you have a Firestone locally, they offer lifetime alignments. Be aware some stores don't offer the lifetime so call around.

Some people laugh at the GOAT Modes but there are many options that cannot be selected without using GOAT Modes. For example ECO - Gives you better gas milage, Early Shifts, Soft Throttle Response SPORT - Gives you aggressive throttle response, Late Shifts, aggressive steering response. SLIPPERY...

I always watch the balancing on a new set of tires. I bought a set of KO2s for my 2000 4Runner back in 04. One tire was taking a whole bunch of weight. I told the service writer hey I don't want that tire! He said why not? I said look at all those weights! He said we'll put it on the spare. I...

I just reserved a room, fully refundable, at Sand Hollow Resort. It's $170 a night but right there at the park. Registration doesnt open until mid-November so plenty of time to think about it. I already bought a dunes flag and the mount that goes on the front tiedown atop the front fender. If...