While I love the 79, there are some shortcomings to be aware of. From factory, it has a more narrow rear axle than front. Many people pay good money to correct that. In order to get payload capacities near US spec, you have to cut and lengthen the frame to move the rear axle back$$$$. The rear axle diff is off set making one axle shaft shorter than the other. The short shaft has a tendency to fail under torque load due to the torsional load difference between the 2 shafts. The rear leaf springs hang up a lot because they are spring under axle . So, the whole pack is down there. The 79 is also narrow and high center of gravity. They are much less planted on an uphill than your Power Wagon. Also, their suspensions are known to not flex very well and lift wheels a lot, which adds to the stability issue. I believe this has a lot to do with geometry constraints in the suspension.
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It’s worth mentioning that the 79 only got the weird track width discrepancy with the introduction of the rectangular headlights facelift. The wider front axle was necessary to accommodate the wider front frame assembly, which in turn was necessary to accommodate the V8 and V6 engines. The rear axle was inexplicably not re-engineered, probably because that would have required re-engineering the rear frame too. I think this facelift was introduced around 2008 if I’m not mistaken. Previous generations of the 79 (and its weird siblings) did not have this track width discrepancy. You’re right about the spring pack issue, but in honesty all it takes is a certain amount of technique adjustment to mitigate the worst of it. Bigger tyres help, too. And there are suspension upgrades which give not only leaner spring packs, but also significantly better flexibility with the same or better load carrying capacity. My own 79 is set up as a “safari freighter” - I’ve carried sand by the cubic metre - well in excess of the allowable load - _easily_. As for top-heaviness: stop putting heavy stuff on the roof, fellas. I’ve got rid of my roof rack completely, built a _significantly_ lighter canopy, given careful thought to where I put what (water and fuel belongs at the bottom, not at the top, for example…), left the lift at “moderate,” and as a result its handling off-road has become _much_ better than under its previous ownership.
You missed a tonne of issues. It doesn't have rack and pinion steering and it has the starter motor in the centre of the engine. The cabs are terrible. At least with the Mercedes G class they kept it looking similar but upgraded all the hinges, crumple points and doors to make it a bit more comfortable and durable. BTW I don't like Euro cars just saying.
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@@Dan-rg7jj Well, I don't know that I *missed* the issues per se. On the 1HZ - which is the engine that powers my particular 79 - the starter motor is exactly where it's always been, offset to one side at the flywheel, out of harm's way and easy to service. Perhaps the V6 or V8 engines are different, I don't know. As for the "terrible" cabs: I _like_ my (early generation) 79's cab, precisely because of all the bare metal and exposed screw heads. It makes it very easy to work on, modify, and if necessary repair. Adding extra power points (like USB ports and the like) is trivial, for example, as is mounting things like device holders, GPS receivers, 2-DIN audio head units, and so forth. The seats are... OK. Sure, they could be improved. But they _can_ be improved, easily. Personally, even after hundreds of thousands of KM, mine are... _fine_. The new generation 79 cabs are much more plush, but in my opinion they've had to make sacrifices in terms of modifiability and repairability. As for durable: I hit a cow at close to 90km/h a few years ago. ARB Bullbar worked as designed, bore the brunt of the impact, deflected the animal off to one side. Came away with some body damage and a dented radiator, had to replace the bullbar eventually, but I was able to drive home. In a lesser truck, that impact would have been much more severe, and quite possibly fatal. I do not consider the 79 to be non-durable. There is a reason it is the UN's favoured vehicle in areas like Africa, and (less wonderfully) there is a reason it is the favoured platform for building up a technical by countless raggedy warlords the world over. And what the 79 has over the G-Wagon any day of the week is sheer carrying capacity. The G's cargo box is _small_ compared to a 79. Sure it's more comfortable, but, eh. What do you want a truck like this *for*? I want remote-area survivability and autonomy, not creature comforts. And hey, I don't like euro *trucks* either. There's a reason I don't have a VW Amarok. ;)
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@@Dan-rg7jj Oh also: I *like* my steering box. It is precisely what an off-road truck *needs.*
Hiya. Well, yes, they are great vehicles for off-road (although I’m sure that there may be some critics!). However, we have these (untricked, but customised to a point) for work vehicles. They are pretty basic: Wind up windows (no electrical issues). Basic interior. No vanity mirrors (so you can’t check your makeup before you get out of the cab). Sliding toggles for aircon (luxury). Cramped interior so you can get rrreeaal close to your mate in the passenger seat. Turning circle like the Titanic. Apart from those things, they are fckng awesome work vehicles. We add capstan rollers, winches, lift kits, bull bars, spots, sidesteps, tool cabinets, ladder racks, dual batteries, long range fuel tanks, AC inverters, recovery kits and all of the rest. I don’t particularly like driving 1700kms up the Bruce Highway in them though.
As far as I know the 79 series Utes and most of the 70 series models are all 4.5L v8 diesel and manual transmission but the new one is coming out with a 2.8L 4cyl diesel from the hilux in an auto
The 200 series Landcrusier came out with a 4.5L twin turbo v8 diesel in only and auto and a 4.6 twin turbo v8 petrol engine. Now the 300 series has a 3.3L twin turbo v6 engine
Not sure if mentioned in another comment, but in Australia, when you find a petrol 79, it'll usually be an LS conversion, or a Ford Barra turbo conversion. There may be the odd 2JZ, but not common.
Just as an aside: The Dakar rally is on right now and just finished the third day. It is a nearly 8000KMH rally over more than a week. There are about 14 Toyota Hi Lux and some others as well as big rigs like Tatra Praga Iveco MAN and Mercedes as etc. There are also Vintage models, even a pre '86 Citroen CV2. Also electric bikes and cars and a few Audi Qutro Hybrids. There are +-800 vehicles racing through the desert in Saudi Arabia. You should definitely check it out. Like your show, thanks.
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So, I own an older generation 79 in Namibia (Southern Africa). It’s a straight-6 non-turbo diesel, with absolutely no factory-installed creature comforts. I’ve added a few relatively modest accessories - a mild lift, a bulbar, a home-made cage/canopy thing for the back, water tanks for running boards, a second diesel tank, an upgraded rear bumper, and that’s about it. It’s been absolutely bulletproof reliable, nearly indestructible, and there’s over 400,000 hard KM on the original engine. Sure it’s a little slow, and a little creaky, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The new 79 is a very compelling vehicle, for sure, but for my particular needs, it’s not compelling enough for me to want one as an “upgrade.”
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Oh also, yes, in many markets - in particular Southern Africa, a petrol-powered version is available. Previously it was the 4.5 litre 24 valve 1FZ-FE straight-6 shared with the late 80 series (as seen in the US) and the 100 series. In newer generations it’s been a 4.0 VVT V6 also found in the Hilux, the Prado, and I believe the FJ Cruiser also (which iirc is basically a mid-wheelbase Prado with terrible visibility). It’s a good, solid motor, and very powerful, but compared to the diesel in the 79 series it is notoriously thirsty. Few better engines for powering up huge sand dunes though.
My 80 has from 1992 has 394000 km on it with the 1HDT engine and still does not use/burn oil. Have fitted a big fron mount intercooler and 3 inch exhaust for start and they are so strong/built to last man. They have way better flex,articulation than a 79. Best 4wd. Standard with center diff lock plus front and rear lockers/triple locked so really good
One of the few vehicle design for 20 years use without major maintenance (as opposed to 10 years for most vehicles). You can hand these down to your grand kids!
If want to see some dirty off-road LandCruiser action, have a look at "All 4 Adventure" especially some of the older ones where Jason had one called "Back in Black"
Here in South Africa we get the 79 series Land cruiser in a 4.5 V8 turbo Diesel, 4.2 non turbo straight 6 diesel and a 4.0 V6 Petrol. The 4.5 turbo diesel v8 is the most popular 79 series.
Drove a Landcruiser Crew Cab 79series in Namibia and Botswana for four weeks and around 6600 kilometers. It brought us everywhere. Desert, mud, deep sand and even through rivers (when the waters rises over the hood, you need a car you can truly rely on)💪🏻 Loved to drive this iron horse.
in Australia they are diesel and manual only. The new 70 series now offers a automatic behind a 2.8 4cyl hilux motor and the original 4.5 v8 diesel as manual only
Down under available for the last 10ish years has been the 4.5V8 turbo diesel and now there is also a 2.8 Turbo diesel from the Hilux. In the UAE and Japan they have the 4.0 petrol V6 which is in your 4Runner.
In Japan they have been known to previously have the 4.0lt V6 Petrol motor. Middle East possibly as well. Toyota now offer a auto gearbox mated to a 2.8lt Diesel Motor to the 70 series Landcruisers as a alternative to the V8 with manual gearbox.
My FZJ came with the 4.5 litre twin cam 6, but is now repowered with a 454 Chevy , the re power was done back in December 2004, still a great toy with 870,000km on the rest of the driveline
True story mate out bush fishing for COD little bit rainy( possibly typically understated) but the boys got a tritton bogged down the bottom of the hill so the they took down a hilux 20 minutes later they walked back up took down another tritton 20 minutes later and out of utes they came over to our camp asked if we could help . I took the 79 down the hill and about an hour later we all drove up. Sold my cruiser no towing or xtreme of road now Ian I seen a few LEXUS V8 gas conversions. But I think an LS in one would be fun
They are still available here in the Czech Republic. That diesel was an atmospheric V8 4.5 Liter. In our country, it was replaced by the four-cylinder TDI 2.8, which is more powerful. But the in-line six-cylinder gasoline engine of 4 liters is still sold. 225 hp / 5200 rpm and 360 Nm.
ARB sure is an Australian brand which is marketed in the States - the other brand is TJM which is also Australian but is not marketed Stateside as far as I know. As for a petrol in the 79’s - in this era, there is no gas/petrol engine… in the earlier 75’s, they did have the option of the 1FZ-FE 4.5 litre fuel injected inline 6 (making it the FZJ75)
I saw a petrol 79 series in the outback a couple of years ago. It had a lovely lumpy sounding V8 under the bonnet, and under the tray it had a NOS kit fitted. I would have loved to see that thing going full throttle
Take a look at a small off-road car from Japan called "New Suzuki Jimny XL 2024" . In the 1980s it was sold in the USA as the Suzuki Samurai and enjoyed great popularity .
Cruisers stayed the same for so long with minor changes because they got it right in the beginning I had a short wheelbase 1978 model FJ40 back in the 80s Unkillable and so much grunt
Great stuff mate. Landcruiser is so good man but look into the 80 series landcriuser, factory turbo diesel ones, like in my opinion they are the best and a lot of vids on them. Hope to Seeya down under one day mate. Love ya work
The Power of Installing a 4WD Snorkel They help our vehicle's engine to “breathe” when wading through bodies of water, such as when crossing rivers. The use of snorkels aids our utility trucks in taking in the air above the water, preventing moisture, dirt, and other particles from making their way to the engine.
That 97 Landcruiser would cost to buy in Australia Between $16000 to $21000 AUD depending on Mileage. So at $35000 US Dollars it Seems Real expensive for a nearly 30 year old Vehicle ! Plus Those old ones still have Leaf spring Suspension in the Front and and drive like a tractor compared to the Newer 79series that we have over here !
I have Only bought Diesel re 4WDs. My Very first was one of the first Pajeros in Australia. I really love a diesel cos THERE IS NO RI-UN ON when going downhill.
Great stuff mate. Landcruiser is so good man but look into the 80 series landcriuser, factory turbo diesel ones, like in my opinion they are the best and a lot of vids on them. Hope to Seeya down under one day mate. Love ya work and that’s the V8 diesel in them
All landcruisers are not cheap even here in aus man like the most expensive stuff but you get what you pay for. I’m a mechanic and worked on a lot but “go the factory turbo diesel 80 series” so good man
We get the Landcruiser her in Norway, but i have newer seen one in "pickup"-style. Just a normal 2xcab. Real expensive tough. Starting price ~$75K, next model; ~$90K and ~$930. No price yet for the New Landcruiser , First Edition limited to 3000 ex in Europe. Looks like the good old one.
These are all the 4.5 turbo v8 diesel . There is a v6 petrol version available in the middle east but basucally all these are diesel. I have see a v6 petrol here in New Zealand but basically they are all the v8 diesel 1vd.
Using 79s as 'my inner city G-Wagon' must be made a crime before it all worsens, imho... _Ian, I reckon a solid [rust free] USD $30-35k 79 is a car you could really own, drive then sell without losing $$$._
70 Series came as a Van, 2 and 4 door ute and a Short wheel base (think Suzuki Samurai on steroids) Engine options have come and gone but generally 4/6/8 Cyl Diesel and a 4.5 petrol
The cruiser is nice and all, but I much prefer my 4WD. I have the Nissan Patrol GQ Y60 (91 model). Mine is a 5speed 5 door wagon diesel (non-turbo -- I'll let that sink in for the americans, because yes, non-turbo diesels do infact exist). Sure mine has manual locking-hubs for the front wheels, but I'm fine with that. It has an unkillable gearbox (Nissan put their heavy truck gearboxes into it), and the engine is pretty much unkillable too. Sure it takes off a little slow, but it's got a LOT of torque, and once it gets going, it gets going. Came in Wagon and Ute, diesel, turbo-diesel, and petrol versions (both diesel versions have the TD42 engine, petrol has an TB42).
That short wheel base lj71 is rare even here in Aus exactly the same running gear as the full size but way more capable offroad. The usa versions are a little bit more expensive but seem to be in better condition than what we see here.
one of my dream rigs but in the uk you just see them round iv see one at a show and thats it i cant find any of them for sale not mention in the uk theres some offroad parks that i would love to wheel one in
Hey mate I’m actually a Toyota mechanic and the 70 series are a long line and a lot of variant’s but to answer your question the 79 series was only released here in Australia with diesel I to believe the Middle East got petrol as far as price that jumps too for some of the kitted up ones you are looking at $150k for older you can pick them up 90s model for around $8k up for something decent want to do work cheaper but parts aren’t cheap and the v8 diesel is a bitch to work on 😂 the starter motor is under the intake so pull half the motor apart clutch need doing because of torque Any questions just ask thank you for your vids 👍🇦🇺
There are importers that make them available in EU imported from Latin America, fully homologated and new from factory. At a very reasonable price too. (45k euros) Not sure if all 79 are the same independent of the country.
In the past, cars were made, nowadays it's about looking like they can do something... and they can't do anything. People want bigger and bigger, when smaller is better. Anyway, it is known that it is about convenience and luxury and preferably driving a 4x4 around to show off in the cities while they cannot yet climb a hill. When it comes to older pickups, a Nissan Patrol is also a great car to see, nowadays everything looks the same, the difference is often in the factory nameplate. It used to be better in terms of cars
You can't forget the 79 series station wagon and the 79 series are popular in the outback but they have some competition now from an Indian built vehicle the Mahindra Pick-up which is much cheaper than the 79 series and just as reliable there are four of them with Valley Express that have done over 500000 kms it's a small courier company in the Hunter Valley that delivers to the mines
if you want to see a crazy lifted SUV culture, check out vids from iceland, we do know how do do lifted trucks without them looking like monstrosities. The 4x4 club of iceland is amazing, nice vid called "4x4 Trucks Exhibition Iceland 2018 (Icelandic 4x4 Club)" shows a lot of trucks how we do them here :)
Can't find the clp where you said you like old towns. Have a look at the video of: When Sweden swiched to driving on the right. (about 1967?). Planned madness?
They are much more expensive in australia because everything is a rip off down there, these are reasonable / average prices considering you can’t get them readily
You'd probably get one fairly cheap from here, but It would most likely need a lot of work to get to what you want. My son Is looking to sell his soon, It's a beast, but like I said, would need a lot of TLC and dollars spent as It's been through a lot over the years.
i believe Aus is or was one of the largest consumer groups for toyota 4wd right up there with Saudi Arabia. we generally get every motor option Toyota has as a lot of the 4WD testing was done in Aus so we had the pick of various 4,6, and 8 cyl in diesel and pertol with both NA and turbo. There are sections of the NT and QLD where its illegal to have or sell petrol (gas) due the indigenous communities sniffing it to get high so its a diesel only option. We also never got that stupid DEF crap on our diesels like the USA did, the commercial vehicles are DEF but we consumers didnt. i think new vehicles sold after 2021 are DEF but i have never seen one. You should check out the FJ40 that came factory with the big block 454 petrol option and 4:10 gears as standard, it was known as the stump puller.
While I love the 79, there are some shortcomings to be aware of. From factory, it has a more narrow rear axle than front. Many people pay good money to correct that. In order to get payload capacities near US spec, you have to cut and lengthen the frame to move the rear axle back$$$$. The rear axle diff is off set making one axle shaft shorter than the other. The short shaft has a tendency to fail under torque load due to the torsional load difference between the 2 shafts. The rear leaf springs hang up a lot because they are spring under axle . So, the whole pack is down there. The 79 is also narrow and high center of gravity. They are much less planted on an uphill than your Power Wagon. Also, their suspensions are known to not flex very well and lift wheels a lot, which adds to the stability issue. I believe this has a lot to do with geometry constraints in the suspension.
It’s worth mentioning that the 79 only got the weird track width discrepancy with the introduction of the rectangular headlights facelift. The wider front axle was necessary to accommodate the wider front frame assembly, which in turn was necessary to accommodate the V8 and V6 engines. The rear axle was inexplicably not re-engineered, probably because that would have required re-engineering the rear frame too. I think this facelift was introduced around 2008 if I’m not mistaken. Previous generations of the 79 (and its weird siblings) did not have this track width discrepancy.
You’re right about the spring pack issue, but in honesty all it takes is a certain amount of technique adjustment to mitigate the worst of it. Bigger tyres help, too. And there are suspension upgrades which give not only leaner spring packs, but also significantly better flexibility with the same or better load carrying capacity. My own 79 is set up as a “safari freighter” - I’ve carried sand by the cubic metre - well in excess of the allowable load - _easily_.
As for top-heaviness: stop putting heavy stuff on the roof, fellas. I’ve got rid of my roof rack completely, built a _significantly_ lighter canopy, given careful thought to where I put what (water and fuel belongs at the bottom, not at the top, for example…), left the lift at “moderate,” and as a result its handling off-road has become _much_ better than under its previous ownership.
You missed a tonne of issues. It doesn't have rack and pinion steering and it has the starter motor in the centre of the engine. The cabs are terrible. At least with the Mercedes G class they kept it looking similar but upgraded all the hinges, crumple points and doors to make it a bit more comfortable and durable. BTW I don't like Euro cars just saying.
@@Dan-rg7jj Well, I don't know that I *missed* the issues per se.
On the 1HZ - which is the engine that powers my particular 79 - the starter motor is exactly where it's always been, offset to one side at the flywheel, out of harm's way and easy to service. Perhaps the V6 or V8 engines are different, I don't know.
As for the "terrible" cabs: I _like_ my (early generation) 79's cab, precisely because of all the bare metal and exposed screw heads. It makes it very easy to work on, modify, and if necessary repair. Adding extra power points (like USB ports and the like) is trivial, for example, as is mounting things like device holders, GPS receivers, 2-DIN audio head units, and so forth. The seats are... OK. Sure, they could be improved. But they _can_ be improved, easily. Personally, even after hundreds of thousands of KM, mine are... _fine_. The new generation 79 cabs are much more plush, but in my opinion they've had to make sacrifices in terms of modifiability and repairability.
As for durable: I hit a cow at close to 90km/h a few years ago. ARB Bullbar worked as designed, bore the brunt of the impact, deflected the animal off to one side. Came away with some body damage and a dented radiator, had to replace the bullbar eventually, but I was able to drive home. In a lesser truck, that impact would have been much more severe, and quite possibly fatal. I do not consider the 79 to be non-durable. There is a reason it is the UN's favoured vehicle in areas like Africa, and (less wonderfully) there is a reason it is the favoured platform for building up a technical by countless raggedy warlords the world over.
And what the 79 has over the G-Wagon any day of the week is sheer carrying capacity. The G's cargo box is _small_ compared to a 79. Sure it's more comfortable, but, eh. What do you want a truck like this *for*? I want remote-area survivability and autonomy, not creature comforts.
And hey, I don't like euro *trucks* either. There's a reason I don't have a VW Amarok. ;)
@@Dan-rg7jj Oh also: I *like* my steering box. It is precisely what an off-road truck *needs.*
@ firstly how do you know my reply was directed to you? I'm too tired to read though all that especially when i never directed the comment at you🙄
Hiya.
Well, yes, they are great vehicles for off-road (although I’m sure that there may be some critics!).
However, we have these (untricked, but customised to a point) for work vehicles.
They are pretty basic:
Wind up windows (no electrical issues).
Basic interior.
No vanity mirrors (so you can’t check your makeup before you get out of the cab).
Sliding toggles for aircon (luxury).
Cramped interior so you can get rrreeaal close to your mate in the passenger seat.
Turning circle like the Titanic.
Apart from those things, they are fckng awesome work vehicles.
We add capstan rollers, winches, lift kits, bull bars, spots, sidesteps, tool cabinets, ladder racks, dual batteries, long range fuel tanks, AC inverters, recovery kits and all of the rest.
I don’t particularly like driving 1700kms up the Bruce Highway in them though.
My mate has a cranky shortened blown 454 "OG" fj40 and every time he rolls it down a mountain we flip it over and buff it out! Never missed a beat🤘🤣
As far as I know the 79 series Utes and most of the 70 series models are all 4.5L v8 diesel and manual transmission but the new one is coming out with a 2.8L 4cyl diesel from the hilux in an auto
The 200 series Landcrusier came out with a 4.5L twin turbo v8 diesel in only and auto and a 4.6 twin turbo v8 petrol engine. Now the 300 series has a 3.3L twin turbo v6 engine
@@lachlanteese8240the 4.6 litre VVTi V8 was not turbocharged - the new 3.5 litre V6 on the 300 is a twin-turbocharged engine
@@JoeHuppthank you, I actually didn’t know that as I’ve never seen a petrol 200 in person everyone around here seems to have diesel
@@JoeHupp single turbo in the cab chassis and duel cab, twin turbo in the 200, loads of potential for both when tuning... this is in Australia
For me any 4x4 with no plastic is the GOAT. Landrover or early Toyotas are amazing!
They come factory with front and rear lockers, they’re so good and reliable that mining companies and fire fighters use them
Not sure if mentioned in another comment, but in Australia, when you find a petrol 79, it'll usually be an LS conversion, or a Ford Barra turbo conversion. There may be the odd 2JZ, but not common.
Just as an aside: The Dakar rally is on right now and just finished the third day. It is a nearly 8000KMH rally over more than a week. There are about 14 Toyota Hi Lux and some others as well as big rigs like Tatra Praga Iveco MAN and Mercedes as etc. There are also Vintage models, even a pre '86 Citroen CV2. Also electric bikes and cars and a few Audi Qutro Hybrids. There are +-800 vehicles racing through the desert in Saudi Arabia. You should definitely check it out. Like your show, thanks.
So, I own an older generation 79 in Namibia (Southern Africa). It’s a straight-6 non-turbo diesel, with absolutely no factory-installed creature comforts. I’ve added a few relatively modest accessories - a mild lift, a bulbar, a home-made cage/canopy thing for the back, water tanks for running boards, a second diesel tank, an upgraded rear bumper, and that’s about it. It’s been absolutely bulletproof reliable, nearly indestructible, and there’s over 400,000 hard KM on the original engine. Sure it’s a little slow, and a little creaky, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The new 79 is a very compelling vehicle, for sure, but for my particular needs, it’s not compelling enough for me to want one as an “upgrade.”
Oh also, yes, in many markets - in particular Southern Africa, a petrol-powered version is available. Previously it was the 4.5 litre 24 valve 1FZ-FE straight-6 shared with the late 80 series (as seen in the US) and the 100 series. In newer generations it’s been a 4.0 VVT V6 also found in the Hilux, the Prado, and I believe the FJ Cruiser also (which iirc is basically a mid-wheelbase Prado with terrible visibility). It’s a good, solid motor, and very powerful, but compared to the diesel in the 79 series it is notoriously thirsty. Few better engines for powering up huge sand dunes though.
Nice to meet a fellow Namibian ❤here and an enthusiast in 4WD
My 80 has from 1992 has 394000 km on it with the 1HDT engine and still does not use/burn oil. Have fitted a big fron mount intercooler and 3 inch exhaust for start and they are so strong/built to last man. They have way better flex,articulation than a 79. Best 4wd. Standard with center diff lock plus front and rear lockers/triple locked so really good
A couple years ago during covid my work built a few 79 6x6s for the US military.
Gday ian .a 69 charger won grand champion at summernats blown69 .stunning looking car imported from states and customised in aussie
Personally I prefer the Troop Carrier.
One of the few vehicle design for 20 years use without major maintenance (as opposed to 10 years for most vehicles). You can hand these down to your grand kids!
If want to see some dirty off-road LandCruiser action, have a look at "All 4 Adventure" especially some of the older ones where Jason had one called "Back in Black"
Here in South Africa we get the 79 series Land cruiser in a 4.5 V8 turbo Diesel, 4.2 non turbo straight 6 diesel and a 4.0 V6 Petrol. The 4.5 turbo diesel v8 is the most popular 79 series.
Drove a Landcruiser Crew Cab 79series in Namibia and Botswana for four weeks and around 6600 kilometers. It brought us everywhere. Desert, mud, deep sand and even through rivers (when the waters rises over the hood, you need a car you can truly rely on)💪🏻 Loved to drive this iron horse.
In South Africa, usually Diesel but some are available with the 4.0 V6 (1gr-fe)
The defenition of tough is Noraly. Oh hooh Ian you have to find out all about Itchy Boots.
Especially the last few episodes.
in Australia they are diesel and manual only. The new 70 series now offers a automatic behind a 2.8 4cyl hilux motor and the original 4.5 v8 diesel as manual only
Import one...like a Boss! 😎💪
Down under available for the last 10ish years has been the 4.5V8 turbo diesel and now there is also a 2.8 Turbo diesel from the Hilux. In the UAE and Japan they have the 4.0 petrol V6 which is in your 4Runner.
and in South Africa
In Japan they have been known to previously have the 4.0lt V6 Petrol motor. Middle East possibly as well.
Toyota now offer a auto gearbox mated to a 2.8lt Diesel Motor to the 70 series Landcruisers as a alternative to the V8 with manual gearbox.
If the model prefix is FJ then it is a Petrol motor. HJ means it's a Diesel motor.
You can get them with a 4 litre V6 petrol engine in South Africa and the Middle East. Only diesel in Australia & New Zealand.
My FZJ came with the 4.5 litre twin cam 6, but is now repowered with a 454 Chevy , the re power was done back in December 2004, still a great toy with 870,000km on the rest of the driveline
True story mate out bush fishing for COD little bit rainy( possibly typically understated) but the boys got a tritton bogged down the bottom of the hill so the they took down a hilux 20 minutes later they walked back up took down another tritton 20 minutes later and out of utes they came over to our camp asked if we could help . I took the 79 down the hill and about an hour later we all drove up. Sold my cruiser no towing or xtreme of road now Ian I seen a few LEXUS V8 gas conversions. But I think an LS in one would be fun
We have to wait 25 years which is crazy. I actually saw 79 series on the military base here in Georgia but it’s a military version for special forces.
the 79s came out with a v8 4.5 turbo diesel , i have a 79 ute 3 inch exhaust with all the fruit only standard tune 151kw pull a 22ft van love it
They are still available here in the Czech Republic. That diesel was an atmospheric V8 4.5 Liter. In our country, it was replaced by the four-cylinder TDI 2.8, which is more powerful.
But the in-line six-cylinder gasoline engine of 4 liters is still sold. 225 hp / 5200 rpm and 360 Nm.
I used to build the Cat-9 Fire fighting vehicles from these things. The V8 Diesel was amazing. We used to wheel-stand them for a laugh.
ARB sure is an Australian brand which is marketed in the States - the other brand is TJM which is also Australian but is not marketed Stateside as far as I know. As for a petrol in the 79’s - in this era, there is no gas/petrol engine… in the earlier 75’s, they did have the option of the 1FZ-FE 4.5 litre fuel injected inline 6 (making it the FZJ75)
My Company ute back in the day was a 4.5ltr petrol. Made for some funny times refueling.
@@Blanchy10 I believe that! Going to the unleaded pump instead of the diesel pump would be weird… reminds me of the Subaru Boxer Diesel…
@@JoeHupp Had more than Servo guy come running out and try to stop me putting petrol in, one guy I had to pop the bonnet and show him the engine.
ARB was brought by a US company
Yes, ARB is from Melbourne and you are correct all 79 series come with a 4.5-litre turbo diesel V8 unless modified aftermarket
quite a few of these in Utah
I saw a petrol 79 series in the outback a couple of years ago. It had a lovely lumpy sounding V8 under the bonnet, and under the tray it had a NOS kit fitted. I would have loved to see that thing going full throttle
Also, here in Australia, it would be 'cab chassis' and 'dual cab chassis' vs 'cab' and 'crew cab'.
Still nothing beats the old FJ40's - those things are absolutely bulletproof.
Look for Toyota “bandeirante” the old Brazilian version of the landcruiser 😉
That’s was off-road
Take a look at a small off-road car from Japan called "New Suzuki Jimny XL 2024" . In the 1980s it was sold in the USA as the Suzuki Samurai and enjoyed great popularity .
Cruisers stayed the same for so long with minor changes because they got it right in the beginning
I had a short wheelbase 1978 model FJ40 back in the 80s
Unkillable and so much grunt
Great stuff mate. Landcruiser is so good man but look into the 80 series landcriuser, factory turbo diesel ones, like in my opinion they are the best and a lot of vids on them. Hope to
Seeya down under one day mate. Love ya work
The Power of Installing a 4WD Snorkel
They help our vehicle's engine to “breathe” when wading through bodies of water, such as when crossing rivers. The use of snorkels aids our utility trucks in taking in the air above the water, preventing moisture, dirt, and other particles from making their way to the engine.
The legendary 79 series only comes in diesel, but you can either get a 4.5 L V8 or a 2.8L 4cyl
79 series is said to flex like a lawn mower
Leaf springs in rear
7800 pounds carrying capacity standard
ARB front and rear Air lockers. Aussie standard. 😃
That 97 Landcruiser would cost to buy in Australia Between $16000 to $21000 AUD depending on Mileage. So at $35000 US Dollars it Seems Real expensive for a nearly 30 year old Vehicle ! Plus Those old ones still have Leaf spring Suspension in the Front and and drive like a tractor compared to the Newer 79series that we have over here !
I have Only bought Diesel re 4WDs. My Very first was one of the first Pajeros in Australia. I really love a diesel cos THERE IS NO RI-UN ON when going downhill.
Great stuff mate. Landcruiser is so good man but look into the 80 series landcriuser, factory turbo diesel ones, like in my opinion they are the best and a lot of vids on them. Hope to
Seeya down under one day mate. Love ya work and that’s the V8 diesel in them
All landcruisers are not cheap even here in aus man like the most expensive stuff but you get what you pay for. I’m a mechanic and worked on a lot but “go the factory turbo diesel 80 series” so good man
All diesel in aus. Now 4cyl and v8. Buf come with 4.0 v6 (4runner) in other regions
they used to run the 4.2 td
The GXL comes with a factory front and rear locker
What I found on the internet is that the Toyota Land Cruiser was only available with a diesel engine from the 1980s.
We get the Landcruiser her in Norway, but i have newer seen one in "pickup"-style. Just a normal 2xcab. Real expensive tough. Starting price ~$75K, next model; ~$90K and ~$930. No price yet for the New Landcruiser , First Edition limited to 3000 ex in Europe. Looks like the good old one.
Want to see some more awsome offroad vehicles? The dakar rally started this week!!featuring all sorts of awsome desert racing vehicles!!
Up until this year, they were only available in v8 diesel and manual only. The 2024 model is available in 4 cylinder diesel and v8.
These are all the 4.5 turbo v8 diesel . There is a v6 petrol version available in the middle east but basucally all these are diesel. I have see a v6 petrol here in New Zealand but basically they are all the v8 diesel 1vd.
Using 79s as 'my inner city G-Wagon' must be made a crime before it all worsens, imho...
_Ian, I reckon a solid [rust free] USD $30-35k 79 is a car you could really own, drive then sell without losing $$$._
Crew cab, so I could bring more people along for the fun!
Shiiiit you should of seen the 4x4ing I did with my diesel 97 tray back,back in the day Southwest WA reel bush
70 Series came as a Van, 2 and 4 door ute and a Short wheel base (think Suzuki Samurai on steroids) Engine options have come and gone but generally 4/6/8 Cyl Diesel and a 4.5 petrol
Google BJ73 Landcruiser
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The cruiser is nice and all, but I much prefer my 4WD. I have the Nissan Patrol GQ Y60 (91 model). Mine is a 5speed 5 door wagon diesel (non-turbo -- I'll let that sink in for the americans, because yes, non-turbo diesels do infact exist).
Sure mine has manual locking-hubs for the front wheels, but I'm fine with that.
It has an unkillable gearbox (Nissan put their heavy truck gearboxes into it), and the engine is pretty much unkillable too.
Sure it takes off a little slow, but it's got a LOT of torque, and once it gets going, it gets going.
Came in Wagon and Ute, diesel, turbo-diesel, and petrol versions (both diesel versions have the TD42 engine, petrol has an TB42).
They come in diesel V8 and turbo and 3in exhaust system and some people put on the Dino to get more power
That short wheel base lj71 is rare even here in Aus exactly the same running gear as the full size but way more capable offroad. The usa versions are a little bit more expensive but seem to be in better condition than what we see here.
Isnt UTE a regular car chassis made with bed in the back, like the El Camino in USA
one of my dream rigs but in the uk you just see them round iv see one at a show and thats it i cant find any of them for sale not mention in the uk theres some offroad parks that i would love to wheel one in
The troop Carrier is the one i want. Highly sought after .
Hey mate I’m actually a Toyota mechanic and the 70 series are a long line and a lot of variant’s but to answer your question the 79 series was only released here in Australia with diesel I to believe the Middle East got petrol as far as price that jumps too for some of the kitted up ones you are looking at $150k for older you can pick them up 90s model for around $8k up for something decent want to do work cheaper but parts aren’t cheap and the v8 diesel is a bitch to work on 😂 the starter motor is under the intake so pull half the motor apart clutch need doing because of torque
Any questions just ask thank you for your vids 👍🇦🇺
In Oz all 79s are diesel v8 (until the new 2024 model)
2008-2023 were the v8
80 series here🚙
Tes, you can gt a v8 petty and a v8 TD or even an older v6 TD
Those things are expensive but last forever. A mini tank
I’m a toyota mechanic no petrol engine just a turbo diesel v8
There are importers that make them available in EU imported from Latin America, fully homologated and new from factory. At a very reasonable price too. (45k euros)
Not sure if all 79 are the same independent of the country.
Now this is Cruising
I love my 78 tourer 😎💪
In the past, cars were made, nowadays it's about looking like they can do something... and they can't do anything. People want bigger and bigger, when smaller is better. Anyway, it is known that it is about convenience and luxury and preferably driving a 4x4 around to show off in the cities while they cannot yet climb a hill.
When it comes to older pickups, a Nissan Patrol is also a great car to see, nowadays everything looks the same, the difference is often in the factory nameplate. It used to be better in terms of cars
Hey Iwrocker the 79 series landcruiser comes with only diesel engines both the 4500cc v8 4200cc straight six and the v6 are all diesel
Your price's USA DOLLARS 35000= around 76000 AUS DOLLARS
You can't forget the 79 series station wagon and the 79 series are popular in the outback but they have some competition now from an Indian built vehicle the Mahindra Pick-up which is much cheaper than the 79 series and just as reliable there are four of them with Valley Express that have done over 500000 kms it's a small courier company in the Hunter Valley that delivers to the mines
Hi @Ian. Maybe you have some suggestions about Dakar Rally? I’d like to have your reaction on this mythical race.
These are still made in Portugal, exported directly to Africa.
Is this a tiktok compilation? I thought they recorded vertically there. They finally went to their senses. It's immediately better to watch.
if you want to see a crazy lifted SUV culture, check out vids from iceland, we do know how do do lifted trucks without them looking like monstrosities. The 4x4 club of iceland is amazing, nice vid called "4x4 Trucks Exhibition Iceland 2018 (Icelandic 4x4 Club)" shows a lot of trucks how we do them here :)
Can't find the clp where you said you like old towns. Have a look at the video of: When Sweden swiched to driving on the right. (about 1967?). Planned madness?
Toyota landcruiser 70 series flex like a skate board 😅😅
They are much more expensive in australia because everything is a rip off down there, these are reasonable / average prices considering you can’t get them readily
Mujahideen Cadillac,
In recent war the basic model is used in War 😶
You'd probably get one fairly cheap from here, but It would most likely need a lot of work to get to what you want. My son Is looking to sell his soon, It's a beast, but like I said, would need a lot of TLC and dollars spent as It's been through a lot over the years.
All 79 Series Landcruiser utes are powered by a 4.5L V8 Turbo-Diesel engine.
They rule the terrain here in Africa,u cant go wrong bro.
...and you're not a weirdo.
To my knowledge the 79 series dual cab comes in diesel and petrol options.
when you have a long distance to cover. . Diesel is the way to go.
there is a gas and diesel v6 engines in the middle east addition to the turbo diesel v8
Tried and proven in Australia though mining in an underground and openpit operations so yes they are tough and basic.
No petrol engines, they are all 4.5L Diesels. Any petrol engines area conversion.
Where’s the Summernats vids?
i believe Aus is or was one of the largest consumer groups for toyota 4wd right up there with Saudi Arabia.
we generally get every motor option Toyota has as a lot of the 4WD testing was done in Aus so we had the pick of various 4,6, and 8 cyl in diesel and pertol with both NA and turbo.
There are sections of the NT and QLD where its illegal to have or sell petrol (gas) due the indigenous communities sniffing it to get high so its a diesel only option.
We also never got that stupid DEF crap on our diesels like the USA did, the commercial vehicles are DEF but we consumers didnt. i think new vehicles sold after 2021 are DEF but i have never seen one.
You should check out the FJ40 that came factory with the big block 454 petrol option and 4:10 gears as standard, it was known as the stump puller.