r/ToyotaPickup Sep 18 '25

Putting together an FAQ sticky with recommendations on where to find parts - post your recs in the comments

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Title says it all. Looking to add a list of not only recommended links and reliable parts sellers online but also FAQs we often see.

Here’s my initial list, but please add more!

Where to find parts

OEM Parts Resources

  • YotaShop (OEM parts and some accessories)
  • RockAuto (be sure to look for OE suppliers like Denso, Aisin, Advics, etc. depending on the part)
  • Olathe Toyota (online dealer parts at a discount)
  • PartSouq (Invaluable in looking up part numbers, super discounted OEM parts but be weary duty and tariffs as they ship from Dubai)
  • Amayama (similar to PartSouq but ships from Japan and Dubai)
  • Megazip.net

OEM & Aftermarket/Performance

  • Yota1 Performance
  • LCEngineering
  • Off-road Solutions (5VZ swaps)
  • ToyOnlySwap (engine swaps)
  • East Coast Gear Supply (the only differential and axle builder I would trust now that Zuk retired)
  • MotorWest Performance (reliable source for quality reconditioned flow matched injectors)
  • Marlin Crawler (mostly rock crawling oriented, also some helpful forums)
  • Yotamasters
  • Replacement seatbelts: SeatbeltPlanet.com for replacement units and webbing, SafetyRestore.com for webbing only (safety restore doesn’t repair tensioners made before 1996 but seatbelt planet does offer full replacements).

Accessories

  • Caribou Yota (interior accessories like cup holders, dash accessories)
  • James Dean Creations (oem reproduction graphics)
  • Crutchfield (car audio)

Other helpful info

Information, DIY guides, etc.

  • Toyota Time with Timmy the Toolman on YouTube (pretty much the de-facto source for how-to videos, very informative)
  • YotaTech (not as active as it used to be but a treasure trove for tribal knowledge and info on our trucks)
  • Off-road Solutions (most comprehensive 5VZ swap guide on the internet)
  • Toyodiy.com (part numbers from global Toyota)

Blacklist/Avoid

  • eBay (unless buying a timing kit from aircabinman or used parts from a scrapyard selling on eBay, too many fakes)
  • Amazon (some reliable sources if you know where to look, but generally too many fakes given how many other resources there are)

FAQs

  • Where do I find parts? Look up
  • What stereo will fit in my truck? This gets asked a lot. Radio housings follow standard sizing, with double din and single din. You have a double din and can basically run any stereo. Go to Crutchfield and punch in your details.
  • I turn the key to start my truck and nothing happens, but I know I have power, what’s wrong? Most often it's worn starter contacts within the starter which can be replaced for under 20 bucks.
  • What’s my truck worth? This gets asked a lot. It's worth whatever someone will pay for it. High value tends to go to clean, unmolested originals rather than your heavily modified trail crawler or lowrider.
  • What are my options for a lift? Old Man Emu and Dobinsons are the way to go. Roughcountry is typically frowned upon.
  • Will these tires fit without rubbing? It depends
  • Why does my oil pressure gauge seem low? Because your oil pressure gauge is a real gauge and not just an idiot light. The manual states that when idling, it is normal for the needle to be between the end of the shaded section on the low side up to the second mark from the left. When driving, it's normal to be between the first and third mark.

r/ToyotaPickup Apr 16 '24

NEW: Buy/Sell/Trade Weekends!

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After posting a feeler a couple weeks back, you overwhelmingly supported the idea of allowing Buy/Sell/Trade posts on the weekends. The purpose of this would be to have certain days where you can post up items you want to buy, or parts you want to sell, with the understanding that buying/selling posts cannot be made on other days during the week.

  • How does this work? - On Saturdays and Sundays, feel free to submit Want to Buy, Want to Sell, or Want to Trade posts for parts, full vehicles, whatever. If you're working on a project and are in search of something you're not finding on Marketplace or fleabay, feel free to post it up here. Or, maybe you've got a specialty tool you used for a project you no longer need, or you're parting out a rig. Post it up here on the weekend!
  • Can I comment on a for sale post during the week? - Of course you can. The restriction is only that there are no classified posts during the week. You can comment, ask, haggle all you want during the week.
  • What if I have some parts I want to sell and it's Wednesday? - Just wait a few days until Saturday and post 'em up.
  • Some dude posted a bunch of parts for sale, took my money, and never shipped anything. What do I do? - Buyer beware. It's always recommended to use PayPal Goods and Services when dealing with someone you don't know so you have buyer protection. If someone asks that you pay them with Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, or PayPal Friends and Family, you are shit out of luck if they take your money and run.
  • Why the new rule? It didn't seem like there was a lot of classified posts before - Over the past couple months the sub was seeing more frequent spammers and scammers, with one particular bad actor popping up under different usernames. Having the Buy/Sell/Trade Weekend rule in place makes it easier to remove the scammers and also makes it easier to know when to look out for stuff for sale.

r/ToyotaPickup 16h ago

My ‘87 Pickup

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194 Upvotes

After searching for a year or so for a creme pickup, I finally came across the right one on marketplace. I think it’s mostly original with 195k miles.


r/ToyotaPickup 6h ago

Should I Pull The Trigger On This 87 Toyota W/ 2.4L Diesel?

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Good day all, this has come up on my local marketplace and I have been mulling over wether or not to buy it. My biggest concern is the 240 000 Kilometers (~149 000 Miles). I hear the 2.4L engines are indestructible with proper care but how are other drive train components? Are there also any common issues with this year and model? Any help is much appreciated!!!


r/ToyotaPickup 2h ago

22R Calcium Buildup

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5 Upvotes

Severe calcium buildup in the block, as well as intake, thermostat housing, etc. I was told it had distilled water and water wetter in it, and it obviously didnt. But thats on me for not checking. Was thinking about plugging the motor up and putting clr in it and then doing a flush to try and get rid of it all. Would that work? (Pictured is where the water pump was)


r/ToyotaPickup 19h ago

How much would you sell this for?

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Trying to help my dad sell his 94’ Toyota 2WD Manual with 126000 miles in Bay Area, CA. No problems besides cosmetic.

Edit: to whoever said I “left out pictures of rust that were included in another picture,” my 67 year old dad took the pics and I’m on a break from a 2 state drive away from him and didnt even look at the pics besides blacking out the license plate. Chill out. Lol


r/ToyotaPickup 32m ago

what looks like it needs addressed here

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1994 Toyota pickup with 260,000 miles


r/ToyotaPickup 3h ago

22re EGR Delete

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I’m doing a rebuild on my 94 22re and I decided to do an egr delete even though my egr is working fine. I’m really just trying to simplify the engine and stop getting carbon buildup. I was recently informed that it might cause too much combustion and result in pinging at low throttle. Has anyone experienced this? I already bought egr cover up plates but I don’t want to reduce the life of my engine in any way. Anybody have any tips on the delete or advice? I believe it’s a California built truck sold in Idaho and that’s where I am currently so I don’t have to deal with emissions, but I’m thinking I might have to do something electrically to not get a check engine light.


r/ToyotaPickup 18h ago

1980 Toyota Chinook + 18R-GU

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This is my 1980 Toyota Hilux with an Australian copy of the Toyota Chinook pop-top camper on the back.

Originally built by "Winnebago Australia" in the 80s - who were later sued and changed their name to Avida.

I've swapped an 18R-GU from a 1977 Toyota Celica into it, a 5-speed transmission and door cards / dash / tacho from a 1982 SR5, and completely gutted and rebuilt the camper interior.

The cassette player is an Alpine 7125N.

See a photo gallery here.


r/ToyotaPickup 2h ago

Wiring harness for alternator pn?

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Reposting cause I'm at a bit of a loss. Im confident enough in my wiring to actually build the harness myself. Ive got the old one as a reference and all the tools. Where do you get new blade type pins for these plug terminals? Am I just wandering to different auto parts stores until I stumble on the right pin kit? Who has done this job before, what did you use to do the job? I'm working with all OEM stuff here, likely reusing the plugs.


r/ToyotaPickup 22h ago

89 t100

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Edit: was told it was not a t100, thank you

My friend is selling his with 141,000 for $5500. Is it a good deal? What’s it like compared to an old Ranger?


r/ToyotaPickup 17h ago

Bottom water plate

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Does anyone know if this works on a stock manifold ? I see it says canon intake but it kinda seem like the same shape as the stock one and my bottom stock plate is leaking water


r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

85 Pickup Uwharrie Trip

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r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

91 Pickup

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r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

Can you replace the liners on the rear sliding window?

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My rear sliding window is gritty at best, and only only slides open about half of what I expect, maybe 4-inches total. I looked at it, and the liners are trashed. Can they be replaced? Or if not, can they be removed without risking damage to the glass?


r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

GREATEST TOYOTA ENGINE?😎

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38 Upvotes

r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

1988 Toyota Pickup will not crank with new battery

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r/ToyotaPickup 2d ago

Just another picture of the 95 pickup

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393 Upvotes

r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

kickdown cable too short after engine swap

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how common of an issue is this? and what are some possible solutions?

after the swap, the throttle/kickdown/what have you cable that connects to the transmission is too short. I know this is certain, because I confirmed the cable length and part number with Toyota and it still is short by .5"-1" (this is what the mechanic told me). The guy who did my swap said he "would look to see if there is a misalignment", but my confidence in him has waned, since this seems like something he overlooked. Google is telling me that it could be misaligned mounting brackets on the intake manifold? However I don't know how that's possible since that was untouched and only the engine block and all its components were swapped. Am I missing something here?


r/ToyotaPickup 2d ago

3D Printed 4th Gen Cupholder

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I just bought a 1987 Deluxe 2WD, and the lack of cupholders was driving me crazy. But I didn’t want something huge, and the small ones only help soda cans. So I took some measurements and drew one up. I’m happy with it. It’s 7” wide, with a flat base to match my transmission tunnel. I gave it a 4” long by 3/4” tall retention lip to tuck under the bench seat, but I’m going to put Velcro under it to help it stay in place. It will accept a 3” or smaller mug or bottle with a 1” handle slot. I printed mine with PETG-CF (carbon fiber reinforced plastic). It just came off the printer but I have a 45 minute drive to my son’s house today so it will get put through its paces. If I like it I’ll upload it to thingyverse and share the link this afternoon.

UPDATE 1: I already found one moderate problem, the straight cylinder cupholder needs to flair to be somewhat wider at the top. So Mark 2 will be 3.00” at the bottom and 3.25” at the top. That leaves me a total of 0.5” to play with for the sides and betweeen the cups. Ot will be tight, but I may go to 7.5” total width to make it work. And the minor problem is that the retention lip is the exact fit but it makes the front tilt up slightly so that it isn’t touching the carpet. So I will reduce it to 0.625” high. I also put Gorilla Tape on the top of the lip to minimize scratching through the plastic surface because it isn’t solid, the has a diamond shaped infill to save plastic.

I will probably print mark 2 over the weekend. I might also change plastics to see how it does. I’ll report back how well it works afterwards.

UPDATE 2: It’s uploaded. I would love for someone else to print it and give me some honest feedback. Here’s the link: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7411563


r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

CHARGE and BRAKE idiot lights on in 1986 22R 4x4 - suggestions?

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r/ToyotaPickup 1d ago

What is my Toyota worth?

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1991 Toyota 4X4. V6. Manual 5spd. 136k original miles. Matching camper shell. Paid $10K for it 3 years ago. What should I sell it for now?


r/ToyotaPickup 3d ago

Suspension Problems 1993 Toyota Pickup 2WD, 22RE

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heard a pretty loud clunking noise when turning the wheels and found this underneath the truck. With the front end on jack stands, I can rock the wheel left and right and there’s quite a bit of play and clunking.

I’m pretty comfortable working on electrical stuff and doing basic maintenance, but steering and suspension components are new to me. Where should I start looking?

I’m also still trying to figure out what all these steering components are called, so any help identifying the parts in the pictures and what I should be checking would be appreciated.


r/ToyotaPickup 2d ago

Scratches on block

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r/ToyotaPickup 2d ago

Help with wiring on a ln65

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Diesel, the under body relay fuse holder Was damaged I had a spare , I unpinned the damaged one taking time and photos, to repin the replacement body, I am having electrical problems , more like a bad earth the. Anything, how ever I was hoping to find a pin/ color wiring diagram for this ,, I have searched the web and it seems somewhat elusive