1991-1997 Land Cruiser Buyer's Guide (FJ80 FZJ80 common problems, specs, engines)

FJ80 and FZJ80 Buyer's Guide. Toyota Land Cruiser Common Problems.
The land cruiser history dates all the way back to 1950. Back then, Japan’s National Police Reserve Forces relied heavily on the US military for all its equipment during the post-war establishment period, but it was decided that production should be localized. The United States military deemed that vehicles needed in Asia would continue to be deployed from Japan in the future - so it began to invite Japanese automakers to trial-produce 4-wheel drive small trucks. National Police Reserve Forces in Japan wanted a rugged, Japanese-built all-terrain vehicle with four-wheel-drive and they invited Japanese firms to build a suitable vehicle. Toyota answered the call by developing the Toyota Jeep BJ. At that time, there were a large number of Jeeps driving on the roads in Japan, and Jeeps had become synonymous with 4-wheel drive vehicles. Toyota named the prototype vehicle "Toyota Jeep", and the BJ represents the combination of the B-type engine and the Jeep style chassis. The Toyota BJ had a 3.4-liter straight-six engine making 75 horsepower with lots of low-end torque, exactly what the Japanese National Police Reserve needed to scale any terrain. The Reserve, however, decided to contract the Mitsubishi Jeep (a licensed production version of the North American Willys Jeep) because it had a more extensive track record. Toyota decided to mass-produce The Toyota Jeep BJ and started full-scale manufacturing of the BJ in 1953 because it took two years to negotiate specifications and prices after it was decided that Toyota would start production. In 1953, 298 Toyota Jeep BJs rolled off the assembly line. In June 1954, due to friction caused by trademark rights resulting from the use of the Jeep name which was an established trademark of Willys-Overland Motors, the then director and minister of technology Umehara Banji gave the BJ a new name -Land Cruiser. It was truly a wise decision, as the name was brimming full confidence and spirit. The company utilized the toughness and go-anywhere ability of their rugged Land Cruiser by using it as the basis of Toyota’s export strategy. On October 31, 1957, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. opened in a former Rambler dealership in Hollywood, California. Vehicle sales began in 1958, with just two models, consisting of just one lone Land Cruiser 20 series, and 287 Toyopet Crown sedans.
Exterior:
The 80 series land cruiser was introduced in the United States in the spring of 1990 as a 1991 model. When compared to the previous 60 series Land Cruiser, the 80 series took a softer direction in terms of styling. Gone were the 80s era squarish design, fender vents, and in was the fluid shape of the 90s. The bumpers were now contoured to the body, huge fender flares hugged the wheel arches, big tires indicated its off-road capability, and on early models, the grille gave a nod to the earlier Land Cruiser Models. The overall look of the 80 series was polished and poised with an emphasis on technology and luxury. All USA models came with halogen housed headlights while some lower specs models sold overseas had sealed beam headlights. The body line running down the profile gave the vehicle a strong, hunkered-down look, the large planes of glass gave the driver and passengers great visibility, along with the large side-view mirrors. There was a good amount of ground clearance offered by the factory suspension which helped instill confidence in the vehicle.
Exterior Issues:
Fading Paint
Rust (around wheel arches, fenders, and rear gate)
Sunroof Drains
Engine:
The USA market received the gasoline straight-six engines only. Models made from 1991-1992 offered the tried and true 3F-E 4.0L straight-six engine that produced 155 horsepower and 220 lb. ft. of torque at 3,000 RPM. In 1993, a new engine was offered. The 1FZ-FE was a 4.5L straight-six engine that had dual-overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder, producing 57 more horsepower and 55 more pound-feet of torque than the 3F-E.
Transmissions available:
4-speed manual
4-speed A440F automatic (91-92 for USA)
4-speed A442F automatic (93-94 USA)
4-speed A343F automatic (95-97 USA)
5-speed H150F manual
5-speed H151F manual
Engine/Transmission Issues and common problems:
Heater Control Valve - the plastic can become brittle over time and break. Failure of this part can cause coolant leaks and overheating.
PHH - pesky heater hose - outside of hose may look okay, but inside could be completely rotten.
Wire loom burning/melting by EGR - Heat of EGR tube can cause wire harness to melt and or fray.
Oil Pump Gasket - common leak area.
Frame issues / common problems:
Steering knuckles, front rebuild.
Frame common stress areas:
1. Front control arms to the axle housing.
2. Steering gearbox to the frame rail.
3. Panhard to the axle housing and frame rail.
4. Rear panhard.
5. Rear lower control arms to frame and axle housing.

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[@KiyaWarrior]

Its really refreshing seeing someone who truly understands and appreciates the 80 series. Excellent video.

[@TheAZCruiser]

YES IT IS. 322k miles on mine and still running!

[@FearEeatsTheSoul]

I have an 80 series that has been in My Family since 1994 when my Dad bought it off the Show room floor at Bell Rd. Toyota in late 1994. It had All terrain tires and a Cattle Guard on it. I still Own it.

[@jgcruisers]

Great video. Just got my self my second one. A 97 lx450 3xlocked. Doing all maintenance and cleaning now. Dirty previous owners. Will keep it for years

[@connorgaston9535]

I like seeing videos like this because it makes my 80 worth more.

[@robertomartincompanyppp]

Awesome video, thank you

[@Boldbandit]

Great video!

[@eyebok]

Over 300k miles on my 96, other then routine maintenance (and repacking the birfs) she’s been dead reliable AND she spends a lot of time off road!

[@asad4310]

nice video very good info

[@jamilhaussmann4436]

thank you man a great videp

[@seansavage4766]

new owner of one of these rigs. thanks for the detail

[@clintnaik]

Thanks for video! Appreciate the hard work 👍

[@rosewood1]

The 80 series especially the 40th anniversay edition is a great heavy duty tow vehicle especially once you replace the original rubber bush suspension with nolethane. I also fitted new Pedders springs and shocks. The truck was slightly above standard suspension height when finished. The original sags over time and is too soft for heavy towing. I bought my truck brand new. The 4.5 litre twin cam is a great reliable engine especially if looked after properly. Only negative is fuel consumption which is considerable under load. But I did use it to tow a 31 foot drop keel ocean going yacht!

[@evankaufman4071]

Is the turbo diesel HD-FT as good for towing?

[@farisalhusain7079]

@@evankaufman4071yes but 1fz the best

[@areenrebaz]

Hello good sir can you do a video on the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 series thanks ,keep up the great work

[@ghulmalhooti618]

With front and rear locker 😍

[@Filmpilot]

My 94 has less than 100,000 miles on it and runs like the day it was purchased. I have made modifications to it suggested ones by numerous sources. The thing is a tank and will run forever. The engine was designed the run 1,000,000 km without rebuild, if you’ve got any brains, you keep your floods in your filters clean and you don’t abuse it this thing will last year entire lifetime. It’s never gonna get great mileage. That’s not it was designed for it was designed to take you anywhere and get you there safely if you use your head.

[@cayman9873]

Looks like a great design if in ok shape

[@mariumrajah]

I drove this in. Kashmir excellent motor back in 1999 ..

[@craigluhr7243]

I have had a 40 series, 60 series, and an FJ Cruiser. I now have a 76 Series. 76 Series is the best ever.

[@darkmoon8425]

I can't decide which one to buy the fj80 or 76 series.. help me out bro..

[@gjmob]

Northern Territory number plates at 4:34 That's where Crocodile Dundee was filmed. Any Landcruiser with rear barn doors has a model designation ending in 2. ie BJ42. HJ62. HZJ82.

[@johndebes1060]

What about the HZJ80?

[@chrisgreer212]

You sir are a hero among men

[@waltermigotto484]

My FJ80 has 390k miles and is running flawlessly.Great vehicle

[@fishing4life76]

Wow 939,xxx miles! That's impressive

[@Smiling_mike]

Our 1997 3 locker FZJ80 runs flawless and get average of 19.5 mpg! 25 years old now and barely broken in @ 196k miles!
Leather, lockers, lift!

[@drewlinton3472]

uhhh.....how?

[@CrazyforCruiser]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😆😆 You must mean 19.5 gallons per mile? I owned one for 8 years, on a good day it was giving me 7 miles per gallon.

[@CrazyforCruiser]

@@drewlinton3472 He has a Corolla with a sticker of FZJ80 on it.

[@ThePepperford]

No chance 😕

[@JoshuaAlbretsen-bf3di]

​@@CrazyforCruisermy '96 got up to 15.5 mpg! If you want the mileage to looks great, keep it as close to stock as possible, with regularly maintenance and lightly added weight. It's amazing forever vehicle to drive.

[@dennishatzidimitriou7899]

The best Toyota made love my 80 series it’s been kept laughing me new since I bought it

[@afonsonobrega4337]

I know it wasn't available on USA but please make a video Abou the 70 series

[@nathankoroush7918]

Has anyone ever tried putting the tailgate and hatch system on a first gen Sequoia?

[@DT-of5qq]

How does Toyota do it? LandCruisers are so damn reliable!

[@thomasoushin1969]

👍👍👍

[@Chevy_tahe]

Can you do the buyer guide on the 2nd Generation Chevy Tahoe

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Sure, I'll try to do that next! Thanks for watching!

[@igglybiggly6951]

Beware of oil leaks.Common issue from crankshaft seal,usually see the crank has grooves worn.Only way to fix properly is a long block....seen it LOTS of times with these 80 series over 200,000 miles

[@pizza1912]

just brought mine in and found I got an oil leak hoping it isn't worst case scenario

[@FinMcMurder]

you can overdrive or underdrive the seal to prevent leaks on a budget. However the seals do wear grooves in the crank so you are correct

[@MarvelousSeven]

The only thing the 80 series lacks is the availability of an aftermarket dual transfer case. If I am wrong, somebody please correct me and point to where one is at. I want one bad.

[@Simple_Youtube]

None for the 80. Only way is to swap the engine and trans then you can fit an Atlas.

[@ridebc153]

My family used to have one…….. selling it was a mistake.

[@gt7150]

What about 100 series?

[@sal26]

Thats my 1993 LC at 3:57. I got Maco to paint white as the clear coat on the original dark green was a mess. It has 338k on it and runs great. Gas hog but a reliable weekend truck.

[@marcielynn4886]

330 K on my 92.

[@Palkia8842]

What's the chance of the "common problems" actually occuring? I kinda want to get an FJ80, but with them being slow as heck and possibly having some serious frame and suspension problems, that kinda scares me away from wanting it. Are they actually common problems? Or are they more rare?

[@tadeuszmichaelwlodarczyk3120]

I SWAPPED THE FRONT SEATS FOR PRADO SEATS BEST THING I EVER DID.

[@joshs9227]

80 series 4.2 diesel OR 4.5 petrol? Help me out please guys?

[@mrmarkus7181]

Turbo Diesel

[@herobrinebosok]

Diesel

[@farisalhusain7079]

4.5 very strong 4.2 good but 4.5 1fz the best ⛽️

[@evankaufman4071]

Looking at getting 95 jdm turbo diesel model with 115k miles in excellent condition for 23k? Is that a fair deal?

[@coreyh33]

I ALSO am looking at a 95 JDM Turbo Diesel with 115k miles. . . asking 23k. I’m gonna offer 24k now!
Lol jk, that’s a smoking deal my dude.

[@-Letitkillyou-]

Did you get it?

[@evankaufman4071]

@@-Letitkillyou- No I didn't. Got an '04 chevy silverado instead. Needed to pull a 24ft trailer and the chevy was just more practical. One day, practical won't be as big a factor because that JDM was sweet!

[@DukeFame88]

Thinking of buying a 93 Land Cruiser with 330k...they are asking $4400. ANy thoughts? The dark blue paint is worn and the leather seats up front are torn up.

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If it’s been well maintained, with records and passes an inspection it may be a good deal! Have you driven it?

[@DukeFame88]

@@UsefulVids I'm taking for test drive next week.

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@@DukeFame88 Let us know what happens!

[@urinesoakedtroglodyte5764]

@@DukeFame88 the land cruiser I have has 750 thousand miles only minimal maintenance most major thing replaced was a radiator

[@DukeFame88]

@@urinesoakedtroglodyte5764 Wow! Hopefully I'll have one by next week.

[@mrsmunir6207]

Power fan
Remote control

[@deserthawk4178]

I have a 200 but want an 80. I covet thy neighbors LC.

[@jraddd3477]

I have on for sale

[@mrsmunir6207]

قل

[@HTV-2_Hypersonic_Glide_Vehicle]

Made in Japan, influenced by the U.S.

[@tagabut]

Where is the common problems?

[@JoshuaAlbretsen-bf3di]

My experience:
-PHH (pesky heater hose)
-EGR getting clogged up with carbon.
-Engine wire harness melting right next to the egr
- Heater control valves
- Front main seal for the engine.
-Slow power windows operation.
-Head gasket
Other than those issues I love my '96 landcruiser, already clocked at 416,000 miles.

[@sylvainlanctinfr6616]

My FJ80 is from 2004....

[@micahwest5347]

South America?

[@sylvainlanctinfr6616]

@@micahwest5347 Venezuela

[@micahwest5347]

@@sylvainlanctinfr6616 that’s awesome. Have they discontinued production of the 80 series in Venezuela now?

[@Cristobal_Ygnacio_Arriaga]

@@micahwest5347 I believe they stop making them in 2006-2007 somewhere around those years

[@victorOjeda777]

El mío 2002 😳

[@tadeuszmichaelwlodarczyk3120]

And you cannot go past a DIESEL ✔️✔️✔️✔️✔️

[@Jordan.4x4]

No match for it except the Nissan y60/61 series

[@mohammeds5458]

والنيسان افضل منها
ال y60 افضل من اللاندكروزر j80 فما بالك ب y61 افضل منهم كلهم

[@farisalhusain7079]

لاند افضل من ابو نيسان واقوا خصوصا ٤٥٠٠ واقوا بطن وتحمل مع ان نيسان مو شين