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Good video on the subject:

He's got a double pod repair plate here, and used to sell whole double pods also. https://starwagon.info/product-category/gauge-pods/

That's a 1988. Looks like its in pretty good shape and relatively low miles, so the price isn't crazy. The US release vans are 2WD (unlike the L300s) so you won't be tearing up any trails, but if you like cruising in weird vans, it's probably an OK deal. Parts are probably as tedious to find...

This link has some good info on the problem. https://delicaforum.com/index.php?threads/tailgate-stuck-l400-series-1.2194/

Ha! Beat me to it as I was writing my response! One question I have is the format of that date. In your example, is the '10' the month or the day? Mine is a 93 with 1993.11.1 which I assume means November 1st, but there were a few changes in engine specifics (like water cooled turbo and...

I don't have a direct answer for you, but I see you've posted in a couple other Colorado-related threads, some of which do mention getting VIN verifications at specific VIN verification services, so maybe going to one of those specific places will simplify the process, since they've done it...

Thank you for clarifying. I guess we're talking about the difference between a 2" 'suspension lift' and a 2" 'body lift'? I think the difference has not been clear to me until now. After reading that starwagon link I posted earlier more carefully, he actually mentions the scenario that...

Can we see a photo of your ball joints? This is a guide to a 2" lift so you can see all the bits as they should be installed https://starwagon.info/2-suspension-lift/

Yeah, a 2" lift shouldn't be pulling the steering shaft apart. Usually a lift like that in an L300 uses ball joint spacers (I've also seen longnecked ball joints for this purpose). Additionally longer brake lines and longer shocks. A 2" lift in the rear is accomplished with longer leaf spring...

Curious what would cause this in the first place. Assuming original and replacement shafts are correct for the year/model (pre-lift) what's going on? If the lift created distance between the undercarriage and steering wheel, which results in separation of the shaft, does anyone with a lift...

I think you're going down the right path of trying to find an aftermarket solution based on length. A lot of people here have 2" lifts, so there are known solutions for those shock lengths, but 4" lifted L300 is a bit more rare. If you find a solution, please post that info back here. I can...

Have you read this thread during your research? It has some tips and references the service manual on adjustment procedures: https://delicaforum.com/index.php?threads/brake-problems-after-mc-rebuild.1993/post-15362

You could also get something like this (IDK if that specific one would fit an L300 and whether the pin/axle would fit your shock of choice), but you'd be able to buy a shock with just an eye and no in-built pin, to expand your options (and slightly reduce the length needed since the mounting...

What do you mean by 0 degree bar pin? I may be misunderstanding your comment, but most shocks will rotate slightly around the pin when installed, as the shocks are seldom perfectly vertical. It can take some force to rotate the shock around the pin during installation, because the bushing...

I believe valve model (at least for 4D56) is me201831, for you to take a look at it. The valve overboost release is supposed to happen around 12psi on that unit. The red stuff on the threads is a thread sealant/thread locker, which is why I'm surprised yours unscrewed itself, but maybe it's...