Lethargic power windows, inoperable power seats, droopy sun visors, questionable head gaskets, saggy seat nets, weak parking brake, peeling clear coat, leaky sunroof, burnt antenna motor You’re going to love it.
Add to that list the ticking timebomb under the dash. Judging by the state of the hoses, the heater core will soon be leaking & he will love pulling the dash to replace it..
Which is why the FJ 55 kept to manual windows, very few power things to wear out. No power locks, roll up windows, no power seats, no power brakes or steering.
Im gonna add PHH on FZJ80 (if I ever meet the designer of that nightmare Im going to punch him in the face), faux wood accents, fender flares, and fuel milage....but it will likely be the last vehicle I ever own. Im gonna drive it til they stop making parts or I die....
Our grandparent cars didn’t have airbags or antilock breaks, but that doesn’t mean It’s cool or run around without them. They also rolled over and did tricks like throw their passenger out the window, but again, not something I’d be nostalgic about.
Man, you hit everything that I wish I knew before I bought mine. Your videos are awesome and they’ve motivated me to get to work on mine. Thanks from a fellow FJ80 owner in Mississippi!!
My son just purchased a ‘97 Land Cruiser. Your videos will be very helpful. Thank you so much and please keep doing what you do. We built a 66 mustang together and I am looking forward to working on this new project. We will use you as a resource. Thanks again.
New 80 series owner here and I couldn’t agree more. Maintenance is number one on my list, I won’t bother with any “bling” until all baseline maintenance has been done. I have a HDJ81 with the diesel 1-HDT engine. I wish there were more diesel videos out there. I have all of the maintenance manuals in English which is very helpful.
I’m rockin a 98 4runner and Timmy the tool man has literally a video for every possible maintenance/fix on the truck. Someone’s gotta do the same for the land cruiser. Cause I pretty much fully restored my truck using his videos.
"Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?" Thanks for the videos! Also have a '91 and appreciate the work you're doing. Any chance you're looking at the A/C system soon?
Unless you really truly know that you will never ever use a 12v cig accessory (like off-road GPS, a fridge, etc) then it's a mistake to rewire the cig port in the dash to have a USB connection. You can purchase a cig port to twin USB adaptor for $4AUD, so probably somewhere closer to $1.50USD. That gives you USB to charge USB devices without having to rewire anything or sacrifice the utility of the cig port. If you really want a USB only charge port, wire it into the centre console. Cup holders were a higher trim in the early to mid 90s. I'm not sure why you'd get upset about not having them. They're an easy. quick, cheap aftermarket install. It's a weird thing to regret. Any good auto shop or 4WD centre will be able to provide you a selection of aftermarket cup holders if they're that important to you. You'll find a cupholder is near useless on corrugations. No rear ac is an important one for families considering buying, because reducting to add in rear ac is expensive
I own a FZJ80. Cigarette plug straight up you can plug phone charger . I have rear AC. Power antenna. Power window. Power door lock. Third row seat. Sun roof. It depends on the model. I wish i have electronic lockers and part time 4wd just like my previous diesel version.. 95 up model has decent cup holder above the radio
In Australia. The 1990 92 Sahara has rear aircon and decent visors. Mine has a entire seperate aircondition built on ntor the rear panel between card and skin on the oppersite side to where the jack is.
I have two four runners. and I agree about the knuckles. You have to remove this then that then this screw to take that out. That was headlight bulbs. Your knuckle are bleeding from taking off the headlight bulb.
I'm thinking of asking my grandpa to buy me a 91 Land Cruiser. Is it really a bad idea? The one I'm looking at only has 119,000 miles and has been well kept and has no mechanical issues.
Oz cruiser had rear a/c Sahara and fridge glovebox the best 4x4 it had everything that opened and shut way infront of competition Range Rover was high up in the luxury end as well
I've seen a number of your videos... like them all, but.. when are you getting to really deep cleaning the Cruiser, both inside and out... think your car may be better than what it looks like and a major valet will also help to identify issues apart from soothing your soul
My aunt wants to get rid of my uncle's 1996 FZJ80 Landcruiser. I'm thinking of buying it since it has the triple locking differential package. This video has convinced me that it would be better not to.
Did you do your knuckles yet love your videos very helpful I have 1997 lexus lx450 love my truck I'm in Guatemala 🇬🇹 central America I've had my truck for 7years now love my truck
Have u rebuilt your knuckles yet Great vids,I have a 94 1fz, upgrade from the old 84 fj60 of previous 20 years Miss driving the 60 but have to love the comfort of the 80
@Lndcruzin that switch that says rear heat on or off, vents cold air out the rear bottom of my center console towards rear passengers when I have the ac on, I just flick that switch on and it blows a decent amount of cold air up at them, don't know if it's supposed to do that or If something is broken but worth a try on your 80 series
I just double checked to be sure and yeah just click rear heat on high with the ac on full blast and it should vent cold air from the back of the center console you can put your hand on the vent behind and feel it coming up
You’ve got to be fucking kidding me? Yeah no shit it doesn’t have a phone charger. USB wasn’t even released until 1997, and even then cell phones weren’t super relevant and didn’t have usb chargers. So how the fuck could Toyota have put something in a car that was 5 years away from coming out?
Obligatory - “Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” Owning an 80 series will be an obsession for some time to come, as it steals away your thoughts with maintenance items, upgrades, and dreams of epic trips and trails. I love the FJ 80’s TOYOTA badge on the grille. It’s an absolute icon. Keep the content coming!!!
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” I’m so glad you started making these videos, I just bought an fj80 last weekend and have been discovering many of the same things. I’m looking forward to your future videos!
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” - Awesome videos! Thanks so much for the info. From South Africa and Driving a 97 1HD FT 80. She is awesome but needs more attention than your girl before a 2 week hunting trip with the boys! Keep it up
Hmmm.... complaining about a 30 year old car for not having a phone charger.... when phones weren't really a big thing... right Also the rear A/C was a top of the range option, get a Sahara model,
Great video. You must be a millennium. lol. NO PLUG in for your phone... and cup holders. in early 90s between your legs or hands were our cup holders. You make killer vids man. ..keep them.coming
The US is not the only country in the world. The rest of the world can actually operate without cup holders😁. In South Africa we usually put the beer between our legs, right up against the nut hut, helps keep them cool too😁
I will stick with my mitsubishi monero limited, amazing sun visors, rear ac, better mpg amazing 4wd system multiple year dakar rally champion, plenty of cup holders great reliability.
Some of it I just find amusing likelack of a phone charger, cup holders, and people needing to know to budget for maintenance. On top of that, lack of maintenance videos and and need for budgeting for repairs can be so much worse on other vehicles, so it isn't nearly as bad as it could be.
I own an 87 FJ60, but there always things that will wear out, need replacement parts, etc, on any older vehicles. No cup holder or phone charger is fine. It’s hard to do all sorts of things while your driving a 4 speed, and shifting gears.
No offense, I have to chuckle 🤣. I understand you frustration with those nigly little things that are bugging you. But they are easily overcome. Keep your channel focused on your ongoing maintenance process. This will be the most valuable time you spend with your truck and for the viewers. I'm a PO of a 77 FJ40 Landcruiser and now have a 02 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 3.5L AWD. There is very little 🤏 to nothing on the Tube related to this vehicle also 🤦♂️🥺😫. I was shopping for a 80 series when I found the Spot. Good luck 👍and hang in there. Cheers 🍻, G.
Why would you expect any kind of "phone charger" in a 90's vehicle? Why would you expect any cup holders in a 90s vehicle? Why do you state, that your specific vehicle's broken sun visors are the lc80 problem? BTW, rear a/c was there - for middle east markets, otherwise as an option
So a vehicle made before cellphones doesn't have a phone charger. What was Toyota thinking? Easy fix. Go spend $17 on one of these: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 It has two charging ports, bluetooth, and a microphone. You set an FM frequency and tune your radio to it. You still have to use the phone to dial and answer, but after that you get acceptable bluetooth hands free communication and you can stream music from your phone.
That sound to me more an american Problem... not a car Problem. No Videos... yeah and? i asked my toyota dealer here in Europe. and they handed me some manuals.. in a book. 😆 Then my Car is mostly fine, because here the goverment checks car every 2-3 years. And mine was checked before i got it. Then no charger? really ?? and no cupholder? Thats so american😆
I knew a guy that had one of those in nice condition i always told him if you want to sell it ill buy it and he ended up trading it in and got 3k i was so dissapointed id have given him more.
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
do you have a link to the cupholders???
Lethargic power windows, inoperable power seats, droopy sun visors, questionable head gaskets, saggy seat nets, weak parking brake, peeling clear coat, leaky sunroof, burnt antenna motor
You’re going to love it.
You just made my part two video 😜
Add to that list the ticking timebomb under the dash. Judging by the state of the hoses, the heater core will soon be leaking & he will love pulling the dash to replace it..
Which is why the FJ 55 kept to manual windows, very few power things to wear out. No power locks, roll up windows, no power seats, no power brakes or steering.
Im gonna add PHH on FZJ80 (if I ever meet the designer of that nightmare Im going to punch him in the face), faux wood accents, fender flares, and fuel milage....but it will likely be the last vehicle I ever own. Im gonna drive it til they stop making parts or I die....
@@Gprimbs Dido for the 70 series 1988 BJ74, everything works, even after an EMP!
Amazing how comfortable we became with new cars that cupholders and rear AC is an issue now. Our grandparents would laugh @ us!!
Truth.
I use that little coin holder on the driverside fits every time :)
My dad's 2018 duramax silverado that was a $60k truck has no rear AC lol
Americans and their cupholders
Our grandparent cars didn’t have airbags or antilock breaks, but that doesn’t mean It’s cool or run around without them. They also rolled over and did tricks like throw their passenger out the window, but again, not something I’d be nostalgic about.
Man, you hit everything that I wish I knew before I bought mine. Your videos are awesome and they’ve motivated me to get to work on mine. Thanks from a fellow FJ80 owner in Mississippi!!
Thank you man I’m glad you like the videos, people like you are what make the 80 series community awesome!
My son just purchased a ‘97 Land Cruiser. Your videos will be very helpful. Thank you so much and please keep doing what you do. We built a 66 mustang together and I am looking forward to working on this new project. We will use you as a resource. Thanks again.
New 80 series owner here and I couldn’t agree more. Maintenance is number one on my list, I won’t bother with any “bling” until all baseline maintenance has been done. I have a HDJ81 with the diesel 1-HDT engine. I wish there were more diesel videos out there. I have all of the maintenance manuals in English which is very helpful.
I suggest getting a quality manual. Worth the money. Back in my day that’s all we had.
I couldn’t agree with you more :)
I’m rockin a 98 4runner and Timmy the tool man has literally a video for every possible maintenance/fix on the truck. Someone’s gotta do the same for the land cruiser. Cause I pretty much fully restored my truck using his videos.
"Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?"
Thanks for the videos! Also have a '91 and appreciate the work you're doing. Any chance you're looking at the A/C system soon?
Lack of maintenance videos on FJ80. You can always reference FJ62 videos, they have the same 3FE engine.
That is very true!
Oh. ...and have you rebuilt your knuckles. When you do that job, hit me up. my 94 FZJ80 needs that done as well. Cheers from Whittier Ca.
Awesome shout out from NorCal!
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” cob got one myself the afm shat itself today thou :( I’m missing it already
''Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?''
94' HDJ80 over here 4.2 Turbo Diesel vibes :)
Awesome brotha!!
Unless you really truly know that you will never ever use a 12v cig accessory (like off-road GPS, a fridge, etc) then it's a mistake to rewire the cig port in the dash to have a USB connection. You can purchase a cig port to twin USB adaptor for $4AUD, so probably somewhere closer to $1.50USD. That gives you USB to charge USB devices without having to rewire anything or sacrifice the utility of the cig port.
If you really want a USB only charge port, wire it into the centre console.
Cup holders were a higher trim in the early to mid 90s. I'm not sure why you'd get upset about not having them. They're an easy. quick, cheap aftermarket install. It's a weird thing to regret. Any good auto shop or 4WD centre will be able to provide you a selection of aftermarket cup holders if they're that important to you. You'll find a cupholder is near useless on corrugations.
No rear ac is an important one for families considering buying, because reducting to add in rear ac is expensive
I own a FZJ80. Cigarette plug straight up you can plug phone charger .
I have rear AC. Power antenna. Power window. Power door lock. Third row seat. Sun roof. It depends on the model. I wish i have electronic lockers and part time 4wd just like my previous diesel version..
95 up model has decent cup holder above the radio
In Australia. The 1990 92 Sahara has rear aircon and decent visors.
Mine has a entire seperate aircondition built on ntor the rear panel between card and skin on the oppersite side to where the jack is.
I have two four runners. and I agree about the knuckles. You have to remove this then that then this screw to take that out. That was headlight bulbs. Your knuckle are bleeding from taking off the headlight bulb.
I like the classics but hell I like new cars and the creature comforts I have become accustomed to. Lol
I know I’m late but Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet? Buyer, “sucker” then seller “sucker”! 😂
Biggest gripe, no built in phone charger and no cup holder. Ist world problems right there 😂
if you're looking for videos maybe try and find videos on the 60 series I think the engine in your old Land cruiser is held over from the 60 model
Have YOU rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Just did 10 days ago. Genuine Wipers, seals, bearings. Cleaning took most time.
I'm thinking of asking my grandpa to buy me a 91 Land Cruiser. Is it really a bad idea? The one I'm looking at only has 119,000 miles and has been well kept and has no mechanical issues.
Hood and rear hatch struts don't work in cold weather. Same with windows.
We can save those those for part 2 😜
JDM and some EURO spec models have rear AC. you can see the clear tube in the back
80 series it came with Rear AC but it is not an Option for US market.
Same like manual transmission you don't have it on US market
Oz cruiser had rear
a/c Sahara and fridge glovebox the best 4x4 it had everything that opened and shut way infront of competition Range Rover was high up in the luxury end as well
Of course, it doesn’t have a phone charger. What year was the vehicle made come on man
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet!
Post the 3D cupholder when you name the winner! Subbed yesterday!
Just got Godzilla delivered today: A HZJ73 1992.
Dude I saw the video it’s great!
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
heres the FIRST huge disservice your doing STOP USING NON TOYOTA PARTS. PERIOD.
I've seen a number of your videos... like them all, but.. when are you getting to really deep cleaning the Cruiser, both inside and out... think your car may be better than what it looks like and a major valet will also help to identify issues apart from soothing your soul
Have you rebuilt you knuckles yet
Have you rebuilt you knuckles yet?
Just picked up a 97 FJZ80. Enjoying your videos. Looking forward to more.
Glad to hear it brother many more to come!
Good video, but did you really expect a 30 year old car to have a phone charger?! :))
My aunt wants to get rid of my uncle's 1996 FZJ80 Landcruiser. I'm thinking of buying it since it has the triple locking differential package. This video has convinced me that it would be better not to.
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?? 😃
thanks bro, I'm in the prosses of buying a 1997 Prado, and I think I'm going to need your help, is there a way to get InTouch with you directly?
The 3d printed cup holder is worth it.
Did you do your knuckles yet love your videos very helpful I have 1997 lexus lx450 love my truck I'm in Guatemala 🇬🇹 central America I've had my truck for 7years now love my truck
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet? I haven’t, and need to!🤣
Have u rebuilt your knuckles yet
Great vids,I have a 94 1fz, upgrade from the old 84 fj60 of previous 20 years
Miss driving the 60 but have to love the comfort of the 80
the 60 is my next purchase lol but thats down the line
@Lndcruzin that switch that says rear heat on or off, vents cold air out the rear bottom of my center console towards rear passengers when I have the ac on, I just flick that switch on and it blows a decent amount of cold air up at them, don't know if it's supposed to do that or If something is broken but worth a try on your 80 series
I just double checked to be sure and yeah just click rear heat on high with the ac on full blast and it should vent cold air from the back of the center console you can put your hand on the vent behind and feel it coming up
What's a "TAYyota"?
Bro. Maybe you could take a day and clean on the 80 Series Land Cruiser. It’s kind of nasty. 🤢
Gas mileage is not the best.
Have you rebuild your knuckles yet?
have you rebuilt your knuckles yet! if you have questions hit me up
I will definitely do that man I appreciate it!
@@LNDCRUZIN
So knowing what you now experience in the land cruiser world which year would you buy 93-94 or 95-97?
Wow to get pissed off because your car don't have cup holders unbelievable😂😂😂😂
When you do not do your homework, you pay the price.
have you rebuilt your knuckles yet
1 cup holder but 3 ash trays
You’ve got to be fucking kidding me? Yeah no shit it doesn’t have a phone charger. USB wasn’t even released until 1997, and even then cell phones weren’t super relevant and didn’t have usb chargers. So how the fuck could Toyota have put something in a car that was 5 years away from coming out?
Japan spec or AUS spec come with rear A/C cheers from malaysia
My 100 is rusty =C that's what I regret.
You say you like the LC but it sounds like you’re complaining a lot
Obligatory - “Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” Owning an 80 series will be an obsession for some time to come, as it steals away your thoughts with maintenance items, upgrades, and dreams of epic trips and trails. I love the FJ 80’s TOYOTA badge on the grille. It’s an absolute icon. Keep the content coming!!!
I couldn’t agree with you more it’s an obsession 😅
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Have you rebuild your knuckles yet??
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?”
I’m so glad you started making these videos, I just bought an fj80 last weekend and have been discovering many of the same things. I’m looking forward to your future videos!
Yeah we are in the same boat! Happy to hear you enjoy my videos!
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?” - Awesome videos! Thanks so much for the info. From South Africa and Driving a 97 1HD FT 80. She is awesome but needs more attention than your girl before a 2 week hunting trip with the boys! Keep it up
I was really impressed that my 80 came with cruise control - can't live without it now!
Hmmm.... complaining about a 30 year old car for not having a phone charger.... when phones weren't really a big thing... right
Also the rear A/C was a top of the range option, get a Sahara model,
No cup holders? Why on earth did you not know that before buying? Don’t blame Toyota.
Hows the gas mileage i have 01 Lexus is300 with 2gz in line 6 motor and it gulps premium gas
I was wondering why there was so many comments about "have you rebuild your knuckles yet?"
Keep up the good work mate
Toyota spent too much money on the engine so they ran out of money when they had to finish the interior
Cup holders 😂 you shouldn't be drinking while driving.
Great video. You must be a millennium. lol. NO PLUG in for your phone... and cup holders. in early 90s between your legs or hands were our cup holders. You make killer vids man. ..keep them.coming
lol I am a millennial, they say we are good at complaining LOL
P.s. I followed your instructions on throttle and trans cable. It's like driving a new car. Thank you, keep the ( videos) coming.
I was very impressed on what a difference it made, I was skeptical at first lol.
Mine was 1993 was Happy😅
Shit man you have do maintain you should have got a turbo 4.2 diesel.
I wish they sold them in the US lol
The US is not the only country in the world. The rest of the world can actually operate without cup holders😁. In South Africa we usually put the beer between our legs, right up against the nut hut, helps keep them cool too😁
Greetings from California to South Africa 🙂
What year & model did you swap Sun visor with?
95
I love my 💯 series much more than my 80
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
I will stick with my mitsubishi monero limited, amazing sun visors, rear ac, better mpg amazing 4wd system multiple year dakar rally champion, plenty of cup holders great reliability.
“Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet ?”
Some of it I just find amusing likelack of a phone charger, cup holders, and people needing to know to budget for maintenance. On top of that, lack of maintenance videos and and need for budgeting for repairs can be so much worse on other vehicles, so it isn't nearly as bad as it could be.
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Have you rebuilt your knuckles yet?
Lol, I put my water bottle in the square thing near the shifter on the drive home.
I own an 87 FJ60, but there always things that will wear out, need replacement parts, etc, on any older vehicles. No cup holder or phone charger is fine. It’s hard to do all sorts of things while your driving a 4 speed, and shifting gears.
No offense, I have to chuckle 🤣.
I understand you frustration with those nigly little things that are bugging you. But they are easily overcome.
Keep your channel focused on your ongoing maintenance process.
This will be the most valuable time you spend with your truck and for the viewers.
I'm a PO of a 77 FJ40 Landcruiser and now have a 02 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 3.5L AWD.
There is very little 🤏 to nothing on the Tube related to this vehicle also 🤦♂️🥺😫. I was shopping for a 80 series when I found the Spot.
Good luck 👍and hang in there. Cheers 🍻, G.
Thank you haha it was meant to be minor things since the 80 series was over built in many ways 😅
But man have you rebuilt your knuckles?
Turned it off after the comment of no phone charger. Do you realise you bought a 1991 model car and the USB plug was invented in 1996?
What a whinger.
Why would you expect any kind of "phone charger" in a 90's vehicle?
Why would you expect any cup holders in a 90s vehicle?
Why do you state, that your specific vehicle's broken sun visors are the lc80 problem?
BTW, rear a/c was there - for middle east markets, otherwise as an option
So a vehicle made before cellphones doesn't have a phone charger. What was Toyota thinking?
Easy fix. Go spend $17 on one of these: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GJ7DHMP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It has two charging ports, bluetooth, and a microphone. You set an FM frequency and tune your radio to it. You still have to use the phone to dial and answer, but after that you get acceptable bluetooth hands free communication and you can stream music from your phone.
Yup later model 80 has all sorted with sun visors and cup holders.My 98 model still did not have rear AC tho.
That sound to me more an american Problem... not a car Problem. No Videos... yeah and? i asked my toyota dealer here in Europe. and they handed me some manuals.. in a book. 😆 Then my Car is mostly fine, because here the goverment checks car every 2-3 years. And mine was checked before i got it. Then no charger? really ?? and no cupholder? Thats so american😆
I bought a ‘98 and for a vehicle that seats 8 it only came with 2 in the front lol
No Kidding! Lack of videos for the fj80s LOL
I hate all of these videos that pick Landcruisers apart. If you want a 25 year old vehicle with no problems you should have bought a Corrola!!!
Question: when searching for your series 80 series how many had rust? How much rust was on the one you purchased?
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I knew a guy that had one of those in nice condition i always told him if you want to sell it ill buy it and he ended up trading it in and got 3k i was so dissapointed id have given him more.
I have a 1992 Toyota lancruiser 4.0 I need help for Parts Secondary manifold And a check valve
Because the LC Jeep wasn't made for US, less people knows how to mend it in the US