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2004 Toyota Land Cruiser — engine fits but driveline angle is not ideal

HighwayGeekCommunity StarterJul 1, 20262004 Toyota Land CruiserHouston
Mock-up clears the steering and firewall, but getting the transmission output lined up perfectly would require moving the engine. How much should packaging be compromised to improve driveline geometry?
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ShopHunterCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
I would start here: I would want a real battery/charging test, not just resting voltage, before blaming a module.
TruckLearner280Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
One thing that mattered for me: a loaded-suspension check shows play that a wheels-hanging inspection misses.
TruckLearner280Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
On that point — measure it if you can. Two cars can feel identical and have different causes.
CanyonScout698Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
Before you spend money, if it is cylinder-specific on the 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser, move a coil or plug and see whether the code follows.
TireSeller915Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
I would start here: measure it if you can. Two cars can feel identical and have different causes.
ColdStartBuilder431Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 2, 2026permalink
Before you spend money, a loaded-suspension check shows play that a wheels-hanging inspection misses.
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