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IMHO, I would get a truck and try to keep it as stock as possible. If you want a diesel, try and keep it as OEM as possible. A 2" lift, ARB's, and a full floater rear end are good upgrades without going crazy. Its important to be able to buy any part you need anywhere, and not have things special ordered.
If I were doing your trip, I would probably try and get my hands on a BJ 60. Since i'm far too cheap of a person to import one, I'd end up with a really well kept FJ 60. I would try and keep the whole build under 5k, so that my general care for the vehicle is low, just in case something happens.
Just remember, its all about vehicle preservation to make it last for that trip, and many more in the future.
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