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HeavenlyBang:
Only the first-gen Pixel didn't have OIS. And Google's software is magic anyway. Cheat code.

Yup. I use a pixel 3aXL and nothing holds a candle to it's camera even in total darkness

jidemoh:
Then you didn't read my post well. Short of what i said:

1. Get a new radiator which is the advice
2. Observe the car for a period, which isn't out of place
3. It's up to him to decide to run his fan direct, which is subjective. That i did it does not mean he should.

Enjoy your Sunday

nurey:
4runner may not fit the Prado because both have a different 4WD setup, also the 4runner has a V6 and V8 while the Prado doesn't offer a V8 Engine.

So depending on what trim of Prado comes into the workshop, the 4runner, FJ cruiser and GX Engine accessories may not fit, only a Prado fitted with the 1GR would make your work easy all those 4cylinder Prado you should be looking at Hilux or Hiace. I don't think Fortuner was offered in the US but you can beam your search light too on Tacoma

THANK YOU! Do you happen to know the most likely suspension match for the p r a do trim see?


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Smartchoiice:
RIP to him.


Diportivo gazzuzz obekediamondfuto thebigkendo dannybrasky timifakay legalwealth radautoworks heavenlybang eddee kingreign see and bury the hatchet please

Umm.. Why am I being mentioned here

nurey:
From what I can gather online, Prado has more common parts with FJ cruiser. But the GX470 shares chassis and frame with 4runner, also suspension parts are identical, I know these because a faulty balloon suspension in the GX470 was changed to standard spring using the 4runner suspension bits and it fitted perfectly only that no ground clearance change again.

From the outward appearance the landcruiser Prado should share more parts with GX460, they basically have the same stance, exterior appearance from the rear though I don't know if the Prado was offered with Air suspension in any trim.

This helps quite a bit. We usually checked with 4runner and Highlander. Never thought to use fj or gx

jidemoh:
So as the professional, what would you have told him? First to bring the car for diagnostics over radiator and fan matter?

I definitely won't have told him to bypass his thermostat or run fans direct

sultaan:
A local bump stop

Crazy

jidemoh:
Oga!

What exactly is your grouse with giving advise that was solicited for? An advice is not a mandate, it's only a guide and you either take it or leave at your discretion.

Besides, since when did buying a new radiator for a car become a problem to you?

When the advice is very wrong and clearly not given by someone whose job it is too fix cars.

nurey:
Lexus GX, Prado, FJ cruiser, 4Runner share same platform, some parts and wheel base

We struggle matching parts for the Prado because it's not an American model. Especially when the parts is not in stock and had to be ordered, we can match to see before we order. Any ideas?

mosbus:
Replacement of ford truck rear evaporator expansion valve

I think you have a typo...

lanre2009:
thanks a lot......

Do NOT follow that advice

jidemoh:
I did that with my car eventually because one fan coming on and going off at intervals was stil causing my engine to overheat. I'll advice you change the radiator first then observe for a period. If your engine overheats, then you can decide on running the fans direct.

As for the fuel consumption, change your air filter and get the injectors cleaned/flushed. Let your mechanic check if all the plugs are working perfectly because one dead plug puts strain on the engine and to keep up, it takes more fuel

Please stop giving car advice. Thank you.

jidemoh:
I did that with my car eventually because one fan coming on and going off at intervals was stil causing my engine to overheat. I'll advice you change the radiator first then observe for a period. If your engine overheats, then you can decide on running the fans direct.

As for the fuel consumption, change your air filter and get the injectors cleaned/flushed. Let your mechanic check if all the plugs are working perfectly because one dead plug puts strain on the engine and to keep up, it takes more fuel

Please stop giving car advice. Thank you.

Deep down you know the truth. You just don't want to accept it. Women always know. Be honest with yourself, what does your gut tell you?

nurey:
it's the samething. 96-02 and 03-09 mostly had only Prado as the badge no land cruiser joined. It was later in 2010 that Toyota now added landcruiser to join the Prado because it looks identical to the land cruiser was just shorter in width compared to a landcruiser.

So does it share parts with the American 4runner?

jarkbauer:
what wrong with your muffler. that thing too common with RAV4s My neighbour had similar experience, the thing is expensive he changed his with tokunbor 140k

So I try sef with my new for 174k

Eddee:
Make I list everything in case Christmas came early.

Merc 04 E320 4matic (15w-50) and an 06 Infinity M35 (5w-30)

No container yet

EgunMogaji2:
And someone will be frolicking about getting a clean VIN report.

Not all accidents are reported to the insurance and hence will make it to the VIN reports.

Example. If I have a 10 year old Accord/Camry in the USA that is worth $5K or so and I get into a fender bender. The last thing I'm going to do is report to the insurance company. I'll rather sell the car off rather than pay a $500 deductible and then higher insurance for the next 5 to 10 years.

I posted something detailed about this and it was Thanosed

dancok:
Am tired of buying horn, so i wanted to carefully buy better one now,which should i go for? Tokunbo or new horn.

A GOOD QUALITY new one. You get what you pay for.

ALSO POSTED IN THE WEIRD AND MISDIAGNOSED THREAD

This thread is not just for third party. When we goof up royally, I share that too.

I had to admit defeat with a Land Rover this week. Glen wasn't around and I had to make a judgement call. The Rover had an air strut that wouldn't rise. After giving up, the customer had his usual tech who was previously out of town look at it. Turns out SOMEONE had broken a height sensor and covered it up. That SOMEONE was terminated today and customer's labor refunded.

The customer was actually very understanding about it and gave me some advice about managing the "Naija factor". He also revealed that one of my techs was soliciting customers including himself in my absence. That tech is already gone though. Advice I've really taken to heart and haven't stopped thinking about since. I thank that customer.

This thread is not just for third party. When we goof up royally, I share that too.

I had to admit defeat with a Land Rover this week. Glen wasn't around and I had to make a judgement call. The Rover had an air strut that wouldn't rise. After giving up, the customer had his usual tech who was previously out of town look at it. Turns out SOMEONE had broken a height sensor and covered it up. That SOMEONE was terminated today and customer's labor refunded.

The customer was actually very understanding about it and gave me some advice about managing the "Naija factor". He also revealed that one of my techs was soliciting customers including himself in my absence. That tech is already gone though. Advice I've really taken to heart and haven't stopped thinking about since. I thank that customer. I am also going to file this in the "nicest thing a customer has done for you"thread.

isyomar:
Good day Sir, I just got a Toyota Corolla 07 and would like to change the brake pads? how much would this cost? and also the bow joints of the right leg?

Hello,

Carquest Wearever Gold Ceramic Front Brake Pads N20,107 2 year warranty http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=WVR&partNumber=GNAD923

Labor 1.1 hour (N5,500)

There are cheaper silver semi-metallic brake pads with 1 year warranty that cost N13,647 but it will take 7-14 days for delivery.

Ball joint front lower N15,677 2 year warranty 7-14 day delivery http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=RCH&partNumber=DW-K90309
Labor 1.1 hours (N5,500)

Cheezus! Just when I thought I had seen everything... NIGERIA WE HAIL THEE!!


As soon as I saw this, I ran to call the owner and the two of us just started laughing because it was better than crying.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKzGD2T8Dl4

greenmonk:
Any car at 250k miles is already at end of its useful life, even if rebuilt the body would be nothing to write home about. Believe me I am a world class maintenance person.

Agree to disagree

mustydeen:
reduce your voice boss. Everywhere is silent.

Do you know OEM shock for pencil light is 150k . Or you can get Radautoworks quotes, her own sef na still aftermarket o.


In all, everyone is free to desire whatsoever they wish. You never can tell who owns the 2003 corolla.

*Cough* N71,171 each. *cough*

Smartchoiice:
First one is 81,556? And second will be? But why are your prices fluctuating?

No, the pair is 81,556 instead of N116,508 because it's buy one get one 60% off in September.

Blacklaurel:
This is the point where I pick my slippers and run away. Are those prices for one side or both sides?

Lol. It's okay, I'm used to it. Both.

Blacklaurel:
Weldone ma'am, please what's the estimate if I want to change the shocks of an 07camry? Both tear and front. Parts and labour o

Hello,

Front
Monroe RoadMatic Complete Strut Assembly (includes mount and coil spring) N122,278 N85,587 SPECIAL ends September 30th

Labor 2.9 hours N14,500

Rear
Monroe OESpectrum Strut http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=MON&partNumber=72385 N159,447 N111,613 SPECIAL ends September 30th

Labor 2.6 hours N13,000

THERE ARE CHEAPER OPTIONS IF YOU DON'T MIND 7-14 DAY DELIVERY

Smartchoiice:
Where do you get this energy from?

(In Trevor Noah voice)
It must be the crack

Smartchoiice:
Hehehe so how much would my 2001 E 320 front shocks cost now?

Monroe OESpectrum Monotube Shock Absorber; w/o Sport Suspension; Recommended OE Application http://weblink.carquest.com/acl/?mfgName=MON&partNumber=39020 N116,508 N81,556 2 year warranty

Smartchoiice:
If I give my mechanic 50k, he'll dismantle my car and recouple it up ten times.... Beeni...

That's why you make the smart choice

Smartchoiice:
Hehehe so how much would my 2001 E 320 front shocks cost now?

Just take 60% off the second one