Got my first cruiser

[satchel]

Right, but might be worth checking the prior owner did not do this mod as 4low will not engage cdl if it was. That was my surprise anyway.

 

[Mag71k5]

96/97 don't have the button. Pretty sure 90-95 has the button.

Gotcha! I knew some year models might have had it, just wasnt sure.

Im in the LX450 crowd, too sophisticated and luxurious to push a button.

I added one when I was diagnosing my CDL. LOL.

 

[mike759]

Mine doesn’t have the dash button nor the mod for one. The previous owner didn’t drive the vehicle much and used 4low even less so I’m assuming it’s just stuck. If I pull the relay box thing maybe I’ll do the mod for button.

 

[Notyourmomslx450]

Gotcha! I knew some year models might have had it, just wasnt sure.

Im in the LX450 crowd, too sophisticated and luxurious to push a button.

I added one when I was diagnosing my CDL. LOL.

I WAS WRONG. 90-92 had the button.
I have an LX as well with a red hazard button for my CDL button.

 

[Notyourmomslx450]

Mine doesn’t have the dash button nor the mod for one. The previous owner didn’t drive the vehicle much and used 4low even less so I’m assuming it’s just stuck. If I pull the relay box thing maybe I’ll do the mod for button.

it's most likely stuck... there is the wiring for a button but you'll need to pull the dash. the hazard button has the same plug, so you could use the hazard button in a pinch to maybe get the actuator to come unstuck. the actuator is not in a covenant spot under the truck

 

[Mag71k5]

I had to delete my rs3000 security system because of my engine swap.


So I added a CDL button when I was fixing my CDL actuator.

 

[Mag71k5]

Someone else may be able to confirm who has an auto transmission, (i did this with a manual 5 speed) but I was able to pull my actuator without lowering the transfer case, 4 12mm bolts, use a ratcheting wrench. It'll probably be pretty stuck on there as it has the original toyota FIPG (form in place gasket). May be able to bump around the assembly with a small rubber mallet, then carefully pry it off with a screw driver.

Just be gentle, as they are pretty expensive to replace.

 

[mike759]

This may be a dumb question but can I still use low range without the cdl? Like am I straining the motor while in 4L? If not I’ll probably put that off for a while as I still have 4wd hi and lo.

 

[Mag71k5]

Yeah, you can still drive it in 4low if the actuator isn't working. You'll just have less traction.

The CDL essentially splits power 50/50 between the front and rear tires.

 

[mike759]

Hey, yall I've seen some other threads that address this, but are there any spare parts/specialty tools I should be carrying on the trail? For example, I used to carry ball joints and cv axles for my Tacoma and obviously the applicable tools. What's prone to fail on these? I read somewhere that people are carrying steering boxes and driveshafts, but realistically, I probably won't be going to those lengths. I'm more curious about tie rod ends and stuff like that.
Thanks!

 

[CardinalFJ60]

Beer. Gas. Ammo.

Alternatively the three b’s of the apocalypse.
Booze
Batteries
Bullets

 

[Mag71k5]

Hey, yall I've seen some other threads that address this, but are there any spare parts/specialty tools I should be carrying on the trail? For example, I used to carry ball joints and cv axles for my Tacoma and obviously the applicable tools. What's prone to fail on these? I read somewhere that people are carrying steering boxes and driveshafts, but realistically, I probably won't be going to those lengths. I'm more curious about tie rod ends and stuff like that.
Thanks!

I dont carry trail spares like shafts or tierods, but as far as tools you can take the entire truck apart just about with

- 8mm - 22mm sockets/wrenches
- a few extensions
- Large adjustable wrench
- Set of Allen wrenches

I also carry miscellaneous
- Wire
- Fuel lines
- hammer

 

[subzali]

I would say 8-24mm

Some belts, hoses, wire and fuses

This is why Land Cruisers are amazing

Unless you’re doing heavy wheeling where birfields and axles are at risk

Do check that your knuckle studs are tight before you go out wheeling.

 

[Rzeppa]

@Hulk had a thread somewhere on here about what to carry. I know I posted on it as did a number of others, My stuff is mostly based on what I have used/needed over the past several decades of trail repairs and was paired down to stuff I never needed (like that 18mm socket). Lemme go see if I can find that thread and post a link in this one.

 

[Rzeppa]

Okay I found the thread:

https://risingsun4x4club.org/xf/threads/whats-in-your-portable-toolkit.22116

 

[Rzeppa]

Dang! That was 11 years ago...time flies right?

 

[Lastresort576]

I personally like to keep my 54mm socket in the 80.. that way i also always know where it is when I need it too. As far as what I bring with me for trail repairs, really just a fuseible link, some hard rubber pads, bailing wire, small jump pack, and the tools to remove parts in order to get home...otherwise, if its a trail worthy rig youre not going to have much fail on you as long as youre not thrashing hard on it(ie bouncing off the rev limiter and bouncing over rocks etc.)

 

[Hulk]

For many years, I carried a spare rear driveshaft for my 80. I still have it, but it's been a while since I carried it on the trail.

 

[Rzeppa]

if its a trail worthy rig youre not going to have much fail on you as long as youre not thrashing hard on it(ie bouncing off the rev limiter and bouncing over rocks etc.)

I've done at least 20x more trailside repairs on other people's rigs than mine.

 

[Lastresort576]

I've done at least 20x more trailside repairs on other people's rigs than mine.

exactly. being prepared starts at vehicle maintenance. not just bringing parts, tools, n recovery gear.