6 mistakes every new 80 series owner makes
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I made a video talking about 6 mistakes every new 80 series land cruiser owner makes when they first buy their FJ80 FZJ80 or LX450.
These mistakes could cost you thousands of Dollars.
About twelve years ago, I bought a triple locked 94 in perfect condition with 160k as a family hauler for $5,000; main reason I got it was because it had third row seating. We had owned it for about five years when I realized how great of a vehicle this was. Still haven't done any major mods on it but we'll probably never get rid of it. Love this thing so much.
You got a steal on it, those triple locked go for good money now
THANKS "Maintenance before mods" really says it!
this should be rule #1 for every vehicle
That’s great you know I would like you to do for an episode do a comparison between the 80s diesel land cruiser I plan on buying one in a few months
I’m picking up my ‘91 FJ 80 tomorrow. And to hear you say “Dude, you made it!” Dude! We Made It. Mine is a fixer upper, no interior but no rust and straight frame. So I’ll be building from the ground up on a budget as well. #BudgetBallers
I was definitely guilty of modding before baselining my 80. Left me stranded in the desert with an 80 and no coolant. I replaced every cooling system component myself and now runs like a champ.
I feel like a lot of people In the beginning including myself underestimate the importance of having a solid cooling system.
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dude i dont even own a landcruiser but i did like the way you explained everything. cheers
I just discovered this channel and had to subscribe. I will enjoy going through your videos and learning how to better look after my own 80 series. Thank you for making this channel. It is perfect for a bloke like me.
"Dude....you made it!" Best line ever. I got a 92 in January. Drove it home but its been parked until I can get all of those maintenance things completed. But totally get ya. I looked at suspension and bumpers first thing haha. Keep up the quality videos. I will be watching 👀
@12345 Haha exactly it’s been a dream of mine to own a cruiser and I love it. Mines been parked on and off as I start getting the maintenance done.
Had my HZJ 80 for 20+ years still love it and I will probably rust out before it does, oh and I live in the Western Australia outback. Your advice to "new" owners is perfect. Mate (Aussie for dude !!!) you got the message perfect. Oh! what a feeling
I just bought a ‘93 landcruiser VX limited from japan with 115kmiles. Cant wait
Thank you for this video…I have had my 91 LC for about 3 years now….every time I walk up to it, I am grateful. Been quite a learning curve for me though….i.e. replacing the waterpump ….lol 😂 thought it would be no different then changing one out of an older ford or chevy pick up…..yikes! I got her done….but damn it was a little frustrating at time…lol 😊. Glad I came across your channel….looking forward to learning more stuff about my Cruzr….have a great week from Montana
Ive owned my fzj80 center locked for about 6 years now and I can confirm this list is solid. The most important thing on this list is baselining, specifically replacing every hose. I've replaced so many parts on my cruiser. If you pick one up, you'll need to be ready to do a lot of deferred maintenance and preemptive maintenance.
Great video inspired me to keep learning how to fix my 92 land cruiser!
Thank you for letting us know bro have happy Christmas
Dream 80 build: kzhead.info/sun/o9erh61oo3xvZWw/bejne.html
This very basic info, BUT. I truly needed to hear this. Thank you!
G'day from Australia. Cool vid, just subscribed 👍 Love my Landcruisers, they are quintessentially Australian. My parents had a petrol 80 back in the 90's, then my mum had a 2002 100 series with the mighty turbo diesel 1HD-FTE (beautiful car) and my dad currently has a 2018 200 series with the V8 twin turbo diesel (beast). I just bought my first cruiser, 1996 80 series 1FZ-FE and currently doing repairs and maintenance before I think about any mods. Love it already though!
That sounds amazing! You’re gonna have so much fun with it!
How much does a mid range 80 cost in Australia? Are you a Mighty Car Mods fan?
Came back eating lol I always appreciate videos that aren’t over polished. Genuine “average Joe” just sharing what he knows. Good stuff.
Great video. I own 105 series 1hz and do the maintenance work myself with some help. Got the landcruiser 14 years ago. 356000 kms. QLD Australia
Great video. About to become an 80 series owner and I will heed your advise to a tee. Thank you.
I’ve recently acquired my dads 1997 Land Cruiser 40th Anniversary and it needs some work cosmetically. Internally, i know the truck is excellent because i know he takes good care of his vehicles. So excited to work on it! 🤙🏼
Bro, awesome channel, you won my sub first video. Then realized how many Godly vids ya had! Keep it up!💪🏻
Forgot to mention I got a 95 80 series 3x locked and a 1996 Lexus LX450. Going to sell the Lexus soon, it’s got 140k miles
I was able to finally successfully purchase my dream 80 series land cruiser in Austin, TX (I'm from Houston). It is a white 1997 collectors edition with over 16k in recent maintenance and clean carfax. Has a 2 inch doninsons lift and I just can't stop driving it! God is great! Going to be watching each video you post. Thanks for all you do!
Wow dude congrats that sounds amazing!!!
@@LNDCRUZIN thank you! Love your videos, please keep pumping them out lol
Bro thank you for cheering on my crazy land cruiser obsession lol
@@LNDCRUZIN haha no problem man, but the thing is. You're not alone! I'm surprised you don't have more subscribers! Thank you again
Thanks for this mate
Just bought an HZJ80 learning lots from your channel cheers mate
Love your content. Finally a channel that shows me how to do something and not just how cool your truck is. Can you do a video on the proper way to grease the slip yokes and gear splines on the drive shafts. The service manual says to pump grease until it comes through the seal. A ton of other online resources say grease until the drive shaft barely moves and warms us to not over grease this spot because too much grease can damage some components in the transfer case. Let us know your thoughts and help us keep everything maintained.
Thanks for watching Scott, and that is a great Idea I have some work I need to do so I will definitely post a video on how to do that!
great vid. I'm not in America, but my exp w LC in both Africa and Indonesia for off road cueing, is better w narrow tires always, I never try to bogg into mud for fun. But after 30 years exp, getting through thick wetsand, rainmud, and dunesand, narrow is a must. I think personally fat tires are more for climbing and looks. Lots of love for the great info and the LC peeps
I like what you said about anybody can do their maintenance, if they just invest some time. I’ve saved thousands of dollars by just doing work by myself or with the help of a friend on my 3rd gen 4runner
Thanks for the advice God bless you
Thanks for the tips man,
I'm really liking your 80 Series videos! This is still a vehicle that I would love to have; however, they can be really expensive! Depending on your approach and application. I'm also currently restoring and modifying my 99 3rd gen 4Runner 4x4 w/5 speed manual. This is also my daily driver, but I've always thought that maybe someday an 80 Series would come my way. Who really knows in the future... Thank you for this, so I also subscribed! Toyota Love! 👍❤
Thank you brother! You will find one, mine fell into my lap! For a sweet deal
They’re not really that expensive. It’s just the previous owners don’t do any maintenance because it’s “indestructible”. It is but you have to do some things to keep it running right (birfields, rear main seal, etc.). There are great ones out there that need nothing. Buy the best one you can afford and it’s surprisingly cheap to operate. Remember, rust is your enemy
Wishlists and bookmarks 😄 Yes!
Good work brother 😊 I'm thinking of buying one
Lot of people in-the-know, recommends 33" tires to be the pinnicle sweetspot for FJ80 (It's true for 100 series as well) You get plenty of ground clearance, drives well, don't have to ninjablade the body everywhere, don't have to compromise the drivetrain reliability, and MPG doesn't take a nosedive.
thanks for this! need to do the maintenance for mine and this topped it off haha
It’s a big deal honestly there’s many stories I’d dudes planing a crazy trip and having all kinds of mods but a simple heater hose was their downfall and had to get towed.
I am planning it to buy here in India... Your videos are very informative.. Keep up the good work mate..
Thank you brother! I hope you can find one :) you’ll have a lot of fun!
I owned a LC80 VX 1997 diesel with triple lockers and I installed 38” tires on it with 6” lift and I didn’t have any problems with it,it was a very good and reliable car and many do run 44” tires on them here in Iceland,that’s nessisary when you are driving up onto the glaciers and to and from when most of the regular roads are covered with snow.
Found your channel today. Good content although of course petrol engined. I have two 80's as daily drives here in the bush. 1HZ & 1HD-T. So damn strong, just amazing. They both live off-road and do 90% dirt roads because of where I live and work. Biggest issue is tracking down the body squeaks and groans. Now that is a full time job.😂
New Subscriber! Just bought my first FJ80 (1991) just like yours. enjoyed your video. Thanks! coming un coming.
Excellent points!!
Glad you enjoyed it
started to save money to buy land cruiser, and this channel is👍👍👍👍👍
Really appreciate your videos!
I appreciate that!
Congratulations ecellent video. Thank you!!!
My plan is to get one of these one day, and make it my part-time daily driver, and take it on a few long road trips. Some occasional off-roading as well. Hope I get the chance. Liked and subscribed.👍Keep the content coming, please.
I have my beautiful 70 series vx 3.0 Td, i don't have any lockers and it is awesome. Of course i have in mind installing a rear locker in the future, but i kinda like the thrill of knowing you only have H4 and L4, and every obstacle is a challenge.
Yep! I love my no locked 76 Series.
Thank you for the information
Awesome video mate!
Good list! Keep it up 👍🏻
Thanks brother! greetings from California
@@LNDCRUZIN its a nice practical video and one that all 80 owners should see. Once baselining is completed its a treat to have these rigs
Excellent advice!
I have a FJ62 and love it!!!
Im looking at an imported 92’ Prado. I’m too dumb to work on newer vehicles but was able to do a lot on older vehicles. Everything is so accessible and simple.
I spent a ton on parts.. both Upgrades and maintenance. Performed my own labor.
From my experience on my ‘97 lx450: if triple locked and they won’t engage in a parking lot after turning and messing around etc, get all four tires off the ground (blocks), then engage lockers. should work. also check all fluids in engine, transmission, coolant etc. make sure there has been a headgasket done recently, or you have one on hand and ready for when you may need to replace it. hopefully before it’s too late. (personally had to buy a whole new short block from Toyota, hoses, practically a new car). i’ve replaced all my track bars and control arm bushings. sway bars may need some attention too, mine weren’t that bad. BIRFIELDS. they will need work. if you want to get them done, do it right. don’t half ass it. it’s long and may be frustrating but it is worth it to replace all gaskets, new red moly grease, new bearings etc. suspension, if you plan on 2 inches or more, also plan on “Drop Blocks.” SLEE Off-road sells them, that’s what I have on my Lexus. i’m running with a 2 inch lift. interior may also be an issue, just buy some cheap seat covers if you plan of repairs in the near future, if not then buy some quality covers. speakers too, chances are that they might be a little blown. RUST. it will be somewhere (sadly). don’t worry, make sure it isn’t structural. it’s preventable if you care enough to dump the time and money into it. if there are any other questions, i recommend the website ih8mud.com. there are millions of LandCruiser enthusiasts on there, don’t be afraid to post some simple questions or concerns. EDIT: forgot to mention to go to forums on the website ih8mud.com to find and answer any questions or concerns. there’s forums for 40 series, 60’s, 80’s (aka lx450’s), 100’s, 200’s. i promise that the people on there are the friendliest on the internet, they also tend to be smart asses. and yes, LandCruisers are an addiction, they also cost a lot more than drugs haha. if you have questions, i have an instagram so feel free to message me. (justus.juice) Have Fun!
Lockers before lightbars. I just bought a 93 4 Runner with a nice lift and 35'z and a 96 Geo Tracker 2 door 4x4. But I want a 3 locked 80 series too.
“Smiles per gallon” 😄 I love it!
I can’t recommend the Ron Davis radiator enough. It’s expensive but made a big difference along with the Wits End modified fan clutch. Great video btw!
Awesome thank you for the recommendation!
Thats a lot of good information. I agree with all you said.
"look away when pumping gas" -- exactly
I have a FZJ80 with part time 4x4, so it automatically has a centre lock. I added a lunchbox locker to the front because I have nearly got stuck a few times by getting cross axled. It does everything I could ask of it. I don't really like a rear locker because it can get you into real trouble & you end up on your roof. Learnt that driving a Unimog in my military days. It pivots around the back wheel that has traction & turns you sideways when you are climbing something steep.
Wow that's very interesting... Going fast down hill meaning.
I have a 79 scout 2 along with my cruiser which I put a lunch box locker in the rear of and after driving it alot in snow and mud, I agree with what you're saying. You're along for a ride and it can be pretty sketch but it is fun and also makes it much more capable and fun while in 2wd.
Agree, with baseline and preventative maintenance.
Great Video! I love Land Cruisers. I have an aol 80 series I drive a lot and in my garage I have a 21 HE w/ third row option, but I never drive it much, I think I have just over 10k on it and I bought it on October of 2020.
what brand tires are these you running? great video btw
Very helpful. Only 2 mods. Bypassed the pesky heater hose and added driving lights - that';s it in 20 years.
Best Content ever,thanks Man
Bought mine yesterday, 👍🏻 1 one is so true.
Thanks bro... Support here sir, just got my land cruiser 80serues, now starting addressing basic issues... I will make video soon...
Answer have two 80 series, original since new, and dented pre-rolled on to which lift kit big tyres etc... Added. Won to bash about and not have to worry about. Most important add ( both vehicles ) the second battery and fridge. Essential if you are nowhere for several days. Cheers
Awesome vids bro keep it up love the 80 about to turbo my diesel 1HZ HJ80 had the car for a few years maybe slow on road but amazing off-road and I only have the centre diff lock wish mine had the rear and front lockers but you can go pretty far without them but cool to have kinda sucks you guys didn’t get the manuals or diesels available
Agreed they are awesome wheeling rigs. And yes they can go plenty far without lockers
turbo. only 7 psi,or you blow the motor & box,there not built to turbo.
@@phantomwalker8251 rubbish, 20+ psi or don't bother
I drove mine as is for the first 2 years while I saved money for everything that I had planned for it. Had transfer case, water pump, oil pump, gaskets, hoses, front/rear diff, heating/cooling, plugs, wires, distributor cap/coil and electrical all done for $3800 at TORFAB Land Cruisers. Wheels/tires, roof rack and ARB front bumper all sitting in the garage waiting to be installed after my paint job! Hoping to have it ready by July! Last thing on my list is upholstery and touch screen.
Dude that is awesome!! Smart man
@@LNDCRUZIN : I'm glad ur putting out new content for the 80 series cus I know I'm not the only one who has watched every single vid on KZhead more than once. I'll try to post a walk around when my rig is done.
Yeah dude we need more people showing off their builds let me know when you finish!
Very nice video,I got my 80 series for 20 years and neglected on maintenance (besides oil changes and brakes) just did a tune up and going to change all the hoses, what other items are considered base lining?… Also where to get parts any good website? I need to re-do all the exaust and dont seem to find the right parts
This pretty much is universal for every vintage car owner...
Vintage ?!
Yeah but most vintage car owners know this stuff, us douchy landcruiser bros get the glassy eyed stare of seeing all the shit we need to put on our cruiser before making them reliable haha.
I have a FZJ80R Sahara triple locked it is awesome on the tracks I had a Toyota surf before it, chalk and cheese for capability heavy on fuel but it is what it is around 3 tone truck. have about 380000 k on the clock have rebuilt the motor runs great.
Took ownership of my LC 1995 80 yesterday. 3 lockers, mechanically sound. Recently serviced. Zero rust. Plan to reupholster seats and repaint in original color. That’s it.
Can you do a video on what to look for? When buying one?
I currently have one n thinking of adding few makeups but hearing from you...can l upgrade the springs & shockings..
Great video!
I´m a suscriber now of your great channel. Is it possible to install locking differentials into a FJ80? Mine is a 91er
我也是个80车主，正在建设自己的车库工作室，你的视频很适合我，而且你的口音很好听，不翻译我也能听的懂，我的80正在修理厂维修，但是他们只会做一些更换和简单的工作，以后我要和你一样自己动手修车，这也是我们的乐趣，谢谢
I could read Chinese but i guess most of people on this channel can't
Great content man. 80 series rule. 💪😃🤙
Nice bro👏👏👏
Well, I took the bait hook, line and sinker. 😀 Nice video. That thumbnail is textbook, too.
Thanks brother hope it brought you some value 😜
Can you add after market part,s to turn your land cruiser into a triple lock?
Thank you very much, you are in right for evrythink you said and i also yhink that the first five mistake is the same for evry new 4x4 owner! Now i m a jimny onwer but the 80 series and in particular the hdj80 is one of my dream! unluky in Italy there's no much 80 series and evry modify you make to your veicle, maybe you a winch, made you an outlaw man! that's a real problem! good luck for evrythink, this is a great video! 😍
Go to Spain there are landcruisers everywhere.
Wish list are a must! But yeah maintenance is first. I haven't driven mine in over a year. So Im doing maintenance. Then sliders from Coastal offroad! Oh yeah, a torque wrench is a must
My wishlist is way to long lol
hi I have a 91 landcruiser and it have a blown head gasket, wondering maybe you can make a video about head cylinder.
Where did u buy the coolant hoses kit?
The center diff lock exists on the fj80 it just only locks when you shift into Low Range. It just doesn't have the center diff lock button for high range, which I have, but I never really need. If I really am doing some serious stuff I'm going to shift into Low range anyways.
You should make a video on ride quality on long road trips. Wind noise and all that.
So if your front is locked and rear is locked do you need center lock?
Do you guys not have the diesels like the hzj80 or the hdj80 in the states?
Hey, Great video. I have a 91 JDM cruiser but its an Lj-78. Is this still considered an 80's series? Having a tough time finding repair manuals and part numbers\equivilent part #'s. Any advice?
70 series
Maintenance is key to keeping your Land Cruiser and should be the 1st thing you learn
Brother... love from Pakistan 🇵🇰 I own a 80 series I'm proud to be a owner of legendary series . Toyota land cruiser 80 series . Brother your content is very very awesome 👌 keep it up
Thanks brother! Love from California!
Great video Subbed
Awesome thank you!
Thanks again for sharing your videos . It’s interesting , helpful , reminding all of us , be happy what we got TLC are World known reliability off road suv except in the states because Big Three Paid$ out to White Color workers at Casa Blanca …
Hey! I’m in the area driving my 80 down hwy 101/1, would you be interested in taking a look at my 80 to see what maintenance I need? I drove from Bama-Boise-Seattle- 101/1.
Are spare parts still available for that LC model? Are they hard to find now? I would go up to 35 inch tires only to avoid regearing and will have less stress on the suspension.
Yeah they still have parts, often hard to find but there are still some
@@LNDCRUZIN oh hard to find parts now, not good anymore then.
How do you have the exact same hand prints on your hood that I do? Now I feel like this is as much part of the official paintjob as the white coat is.
What brand and material is the top radiator hose?
I have a 1992 Toyota land cruise or 4.0 my secondary Manifold And the check valve Was cracked and clogged up Where can I find parts
I love my 80 series, I have a 93 4.5L petrol Sahara triple locked, I live in Australia legally we can only have a 2inch on standard tires and 2inch lift without engineering, don't forget to mention when you do your lift you need a 2inch castor correction