Guides
Model-specific problems, fixes, and parts guidance. Every guide links to our fast part request form.
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How to decide what’s worth OEM, what’s fine aftermarket, and where used parts make sense.
Read →Steering/suspension wear points, axle service, and the fixes that prevent bigger failures.
Read →Parts to refresh first during a restoration—especially safety and drivability items.
Read →Quick overview of every major generation and what changed.
Read →A simple checklist so you buy the right parts the first time.
Read →High-impact wear items and age-related failures across platforms.
Read →What to inspect and refresh on high-mileage 100 Series rigs.
Read →How to source parts without wasting money—or time.
Read →A framework for choosing quality aftermarket parts (affiliate-ready).
Read →What’s smart to buy used, what to avoid, and how to inspect.
Read →Brake symptoms, what they mean, and what to replace.
Read →How to spot common steering/front-end wear items.
Read →Leak symptoms, what gets replaced, and why it matters on solid-axle rigs.
Read →Coming Next (6-month plan)
- Land Cruiser model guide: FJ40 → 300 (quick ID + differences)
- How to identify your series, year, and engine (simple checklist)
- 100 Series common issues (cooling, front end, drivetrain)
- Where to buy parts: OEM vs aftermarket vs used (what to avoid)
- Best aftermarket brands and what they’re good for