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  1. 30th January 2020, 02:12 PM #61
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    Quote Originally Posted by trout1105 View Post
    I have spent over $20,000 on my D2a over the last few years, Which does sound a bit 'Stupid" for a 4WD that is only worth $7,000/$9,000.
    Why have I done this?

    1/ I really enjoy driving the D2a V8.
    2/ Now that I have spent all this money I now have a VERY reliable D2a.
    3/ Simply Because I could

    Over the last few years I have only spent $380 on my 79 series V8
    Aside from $500 for an alternator - and I drive a lot of high power accessories so expect it to be working harder - I’ve replaced one hose incorrectly fitted by a dealer $35 and done nothing else but services on my D4.

    Mines used off-road more than road....
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    I took advantage of the quiet time and got the secondary turbo drain sorted. Unfortunately the off roading has taken its toll on the front bearings and the lower steering shaft uni joint (note to others to lubricate).

    Hopefully not more big expenses for a while...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Stiltz View Post
    I took advantage of the quiet time and got the secondary turbo drain sorted. Unfortunately the off roading has taken its toll on the front bearings and the lower steering shaft uni joint (note to others to lubricate).

    Hopefully not more big expenses for a while...
    Don’t feel too bad - you’re using it for purpose so it will always take a bit more.

    Mates just had the suspension bushes, links etc on his Prado replaced again (3rd time in 360k).
    He’s now on transmission 3. Alternator 2. Steerings been replaced twice. Welded the front chassis points 6 times (cracks from bullbar up front) and 2 AC compressors.

    It does about 140km of dirt a day.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Stiltz View Post
    I took advantage of the quiet time and got the secondary turbo drain sorted. Unfortunately the off roading has taken its toll on the front bearings and the lower steering shaft uni joint (note to others to lubricate).

    Hopefully not more big expenses for a while...
    Can you guide with a picture or instructions how to correctly lubricate in which spot with what product? Thanks
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  5. 10th April 2020, 07:32 PM #65
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    I'm definitely not a mechanic so I can't advise on the best method to lubricate however I can tell you the the lower uni joint is located just in front of the axle on the drivers side. From underneath it's easy to see and a slight challenge to access.
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