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7 hours ago, Picasso said:

Steering colum uj joint play in steering 

Thanks! I'll mention it to the mechanic to check out

Thanks. I've owned a delica and fully aware that things do and will go wrong. It's a 4.5B auction rating with 78,000km. So hopefully it is a good car, but as always things get missed and things can and do go wrong.

But can anyone please answer my original question?

What are the common problems or items that need attention regularly. It's easier to get them addressed before I pick up the car. Rather than having to take the car to the mechanic 2 hours away and be stuck without a car for days. 

I'm all about preventative maintenance, I do not wait until something fails and then do something about it.

So again, anyone here have any advice on common mechanical/suspension/driveline issues that I should be aware of?

Thanks

Hi rojie,

Yes i have a mechanic who works on alphards. Just wanted to get an insight of some commin issues to make sure I prompt the mechanic to check and/or replace certain parts.

Many of the parts are actually available from a couple local model Toyota vehicles (sienna etc)

Thanks

Hi, 

There will be a 4 week window from the arrival of my 2009 alphard 3.5 awd.

I'd like to give it a really good service and get any known issues checked and replace and high wear and tear items.

If owners or experts can please give me any advice and information on items that wear out quickly or a prone to failure. 

I have heard axle bushes are a common failure item.

Anything else that deserves attention?

Any guidance and advice is greatly appreciated!!

Hi, 

Did everyone who installed the switchback led/turn signal bulbs have good results for their DRL? 

Looking at something like this:

Just found this amazing item on AliExpress. Check it out! AU$33.19  20%OFF | Car accessories For Toyota Alphard (AH20) 2008-2014 Led Daytime Running Light turn drl 2in1
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Thanks

On 11/25/2022 at 3:01 AM, Philllx said:

I've recently had these delivered from aliExpress, not fitted yet, look good when tested need linking to the side lamps so they switch off when side lights are on. They replace the front indicator bulbs.

 

https://m.aliexpress.com/item/1005001862616965.html

Hi, did you fit these switchback turn signal/drl bulbs?

Looking at doing the exact same thing!

Current waiting for my 2009 350g L alphard to arrive in Canada, and the car needs DRL to be registered and insured.

Thanks