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Parts to do list - These were parts I did not change out.

I usually take the preventative measure approach and with the Previa, the previous owner did a GREAT JOB of keeping track of everything he did. Also the owner before him had a typed list of what was done while he had it for a few years.

Going down the list, there were a few things that have never been touched!!!

Alternator - DONE
Fuel pump and filter
Starter - DONE
Fan Clutch
Brake master cylinder and stainless steel brake lines.
Wheel bearings - DONE
Fumoto Valve - Decided not to do.
Grounding kit


These ARE important parts that keep the van going. So with that said, I had to do a quick look and figure out what these things cost and how to do them.

Alternator - It appears the alternator has never been replaced. I am actively looking for a rebuild kit as Tim on TVT has demonstrated that the contacts are the worn parts and that the OEM ones were built very well, while re-manufactured ones used weaker components (I think the soldering goes bad?).

Denso Alternators were OEM (original) and often times, when being bought at a store, they are sold as "rebuilt"... the question is.. who rebuilt it. I remember Tim saying that if Denso rebuilt their units, they are good quality. If it is not rebuilt by Denso, they would use cheap soldering.

http://www.amazon.com/Denso-210-0189-Remanufactured-Alternator/dp/B000C5WBLO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1432143190&sr=8-3&keywords=1995+toyota+previa+denso+alternator

$166 + free shipping. A Denso alternator rebuilt by Denso.
BrandDenso
Item Weight5 pounds
Product Dimensions9 x 8 x 7 inches
Item model number210-0189
Manufacturer Part Number 2100189



Fuel pump - seems to be in tank. I am going through the whole fueling system, so I will be changing the fuel filter and fuel pump just to keep it up to date with everything else. Somewhere down the line, I will have to get the injectors tested, but I have not had any fuel issues.
Fuel filter - BOSCH Part # 71563

I am still trying to decide which fuel pump to choice. I want to go with Denso unit (DENSO Part # 9510003 for $106), which is OEM, but I also wanted to try out Spectra Premium ( SPECTRA PREMIUM / COOLING DEPOT SP112 - $60) because I like Spectra Premium products.


Fan clutch - I never new how important these are and once in a while, I hear about them failing. With the Previa having may of the cooling system components changed to new (hoses, radiator water pump, thermostat...), I totally forgot about the fan clutch.
After reading on TVT about a few different models, I decided that I will purchase an Aisin fan clutch (AISIN Part # FCT022) which is about $112

 Heater core - Another cooling component that is often overlooked is a heater core. 
SPECTRA PREMIUM / COOLING DEPOT Part # 94806 - $45
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 Starter - I believe I have an original OEM starter based on the fact that none of the provided records covered it and it actually looks OEM. IF it is original, then the contacts and plunger are going to need replacement. I typically buy a new one, but after seeing posts on TVT on how to rebuild/replace the worn parts, it just makes sense to replace the worn parts for a fraction of the price.

A quick look at my starter and it is the single bolt on the plate starter
(1.6 kw Toyota Cold Spec Starter)


Victory Lap ND-36SOL is for the 1.6 kw starters - $15
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Brake master cylinder - The idea of changing out the Brake master cylinder was due to the fact that I want to have a good braking system. I will have to do some research on prices for the brake master cylinder, but some of the companies that I like such as Bosch, prices are about $60 for an unit with 4 wheel ABS.

To improve braking, I wanted to do stainless steel brake lines. I will also have to research price, but I will most likely go to the junkyard and pull of the brake lines just for measurements.

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Wheel bearings. The bearings are sealed, so this process is very difficult from what I understand. These are very pricey, but I have seen 2 incidences with Previas that made me want to do this.

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Fumoto Valve -
F103N - I just think this is easier than anything.
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I am a sucker for cool knick knacks.... Grounding kit would be nice and I want to see if there actually work and are helpful!


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