New FJ 60 - Must Haves?

WALoeIII · 05-18-04, 07:44 PM

I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change?

lowtideride · 05-18-04, 08:06 PM

big big tires...and an air horn

masscrusher · 05-18-04, 11:15 PM

[quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053]
The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP [/quote]

That is not the original 2F engine, right? If it is...

wtf

has been done to it. I want to do the same!!!

swank60 · 05-19-04, 10:57 AM

You're pushing 230HP in a 60? I don't think the must have list should be all that long...maybe a bullbar, front and rear...

You've got to post a pic of that engine bay!

jl · 05-19-04, 10:58 AM

[quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053]
I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP - I don't have the mod list with me. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change? I've already bought it as its at the right price.
[/quote]

Tuffy Security Console to lock up that iPod

devo · 05-19-04, 11:26 AM

Lockers
Winch
FF rear axle
Bitchin' high power aux.lights
Good tires
Custum rear bumper w/tire rack
Dual batteries
Under carrage lighting for night wheeling
NV4500 tranny
Etc., etc.

devo

WALoeIII · 05-19-04, 05:06 PM

Opps that 230 isn't right I was thinking about something else. Its at like 140ish?

Doc · 05-19-04, 05:39 PM

Must haves for a 60?

AAA membership.

MrZero · 05-19-04, 09:51 PM

[quote author=Doc link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg160234#msg16 0234 date=1085009942]
Must haves for a 60?

AAA membership.
[/quote]

Damn, aint that the truth! I've used my AAA twice in the last two months......but that was a run of bad luck with 20 year old parts. Had the same driver each time, real nice guy!

--ZERO

lovetoski · 05-19-04, 11:05 PM

Best advice I heard regarding a "new to you" cruiser was to fix all the stock stuff first. Great stereo, lights, etc are cool, but it sucks to have your air pump fail because the power steering pump is pissing all over it. If along the way you can upgrade, then fine. But, the key is to get the whole truck back to fully functional before adding fun stuff.

Good example is usually the springs - they're almost always shot. Most guys go with an upgraded aftermarket suspension. This fixes a bunch of things, and does an upgrade too.

Welcome!

Beanie · 05-20-04, 12:10 PM

I've had my 60 for just over a year, and was changing a seized oil pump when I noticed that I had some broken leafs in front, and a broken shock in the back. Might be worth looking closely at. I upgraded to OME and I love it.

swank60 · 05-20-04, 03:36 PM

[quote author=lovetoski link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg160435#msg16 0435 date=1085029523]
Best advice I heard regarding a "new to you" cruiser was to fix all the stock stuff first. Great stereo, lights, etc are cool, but it sucks to have your air pump fail because the power steering pump is pissing all over it. If along the way you can upgrade, then fine. But, the key is to get the whole truck back to fully functional before adding fun stuff.

Good example is usually the springs - they're almost always shot. Most guys go with an upgraded aftermarket suspension. This fixes a bunch of things, and does an upgrade too.

Welcome!
[/quote]

I'll second that. Get to driving the truck and get used to it first. There's plenty to go wrong and money spent on 100000watts of lighting won't keep it on the road. Make sure your tool box is properly equiped, find out what's going on and what needs fixing...and take it from there!

hj60 · 05-20-04, 04:39 PM

#1 must have (goes for any Cruiser): FSM.
Or the Haynes (for us U.S. owners) manual.
My 2F manual has probably saved me hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on
my motor. The emissions manual has cost me hundreds, but I'm confident my
rig will pass smog in Aug. which easily offsets the cost.

The Dude · 05-20-04, 10:06 PM

Congrats on the purchase....Good advise on getting everything in good working order before any mods.

For me, it was new tow points fron and back, a shovel, a tow strap and a fully equiped tool kit.

Then make sure you can get the spare tire down.

After that the list gets huge....

lowtideride · 05-21-04, 03:39 AM

...a sledge hammer and an inpact wrench...

Mike S · 05-21-04, 01:53 PM

In my own case, it was the following - in order:

1. Full factory service3 manual set.

2. Front to back physical looking for stuff that the PO neglected or screwed up, then fixing them. Included tune up, PS pump and Air pump/emissions system. Passed smog test.

2. New (complete) clutch assembly and hydraulics. Used all OEM parts.

3. Transfer case rebuild.

4. H55F Transmission

5. New MTRs all around

6. Replace factory headlights with Hella H$ street legal replacement units

7. Added Hella 130 watt driving lights

Next will be some additional protection, suspension upgrade, dual batteries, and ARB locker.

A lot depends on what use you intend...

Mike S

swank60 · 05-21-04, 03:33 PM

The Hella Headlights are awesome. I finally got my set in and they are soooo nice. They seem to draw a lot less power than the old ones did, too. Might have been from dirty contacts though - or they're just that much more efficient.

Doc · 05-21-04, 04:15 PM

Link me to these Hella lights. I need both the horn and the lights!

The Dude · 05-21-04, 04:20 PM

From what I have read the cibie are a better choice. I don't own either (yet) but the cibie will be my choice.

sorry for the hi-jack

http://dsl.torque.net/products/products.html

Mike S · 05-21-04, 04:26 PM

[quote author=Doc link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg161599#msg16 1599 date=1085177724]
Link me to these Hella lights. I need both the horn and the lights!
[/quote]

http://www.hellausa.com/maineng/NewL...sion_plus.html

I recommend them. Their tech support line is also very helpful.

MS

HZJ60 Guy · 05-23-04, 11:15 PM

Well here are my HZJ-60 stats. Not complete yet, but soon I hope.

TB

1987 HJ-60 Toyota Land Cruiser:

1987 Toyota HJ-60 Landcruiser
4.2 liter 1HZT diesel with a Safari systems intercooled turbo charger
Dual optimas
ARB compressor
Ready aire compressor
H-55 five speed tranny
Standard t-case
Old man emu full suspension with spring over conversion
Front end: 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers trussed w/high steer and hydrolic assist
Rear end: 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers, trussed, full floater
ARB front bumper with 24 volt M10000 pound winch with synthetic rope and IPF lights
Kaymar rear bumper tire carrier gas carrier
4x4 connection side bars
Hannibal roof rack, tent and awning
ARB snorkle
Opposite Locke 50 gallon fuel tank
Opposite Locke 20 gallon aux tank
Cobra CB
Custom Alpine stereo with XM satalite radio
Recaro seats
Tinted windows
17x9 trail ready bead locked rims with 37" goodyear MTR's

Doc · 05-24-04, 06:44 AM

^ I'd like to see some pics of that cruiser!

dogboy · 05-24-04, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Well here are my HZJ-60 stats.* Not complete yet, but soon I hope.

1987 HJ-60 Toyota Land Cruiser:
1987 Toyota HJ-60 Landcruiser
4.2 liter 1HZT diesel with a Safari systems intercooled turbo charger
Dual optimas
ARB compressor
Ready aire compressor
H-55 five speed tranny
Standard t-case
Old man emu full suspension with spring over conversion
Front end: 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers trussed w/high steer and hydrolic assist
Rear end:* 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers, trussed, full floater
ARB front bumper with 24 volt M10000 pound winch with synthetic rope and IPF lights
Kaymar rear bumper tire carrier gas carrier
4x4 connection side bars
Hannibal roof rack, tent and awning
ARB snorkle
Opposite Locke 50 gallon fuel tank
Opposite Locke 20 gallon aux tank
Cobra CB
Custom Alpine stereo with XM satalite radio
Recaro seats
Tinted windows
17x9 trail ready bead locked rims with 37" goodyear MTR's

NOT DONE YET!?

.....well in that case, don't forget the auto-pilot, a live king cobra alarm system with mongoose reset feature, the Kohler double basin kitchen sink, and a geisha girl for good measure

Seriously HZJ-60_GUY, that is one SICK rig already

Me likey the 1-HZT diesel with turbo charger - didn't your rig originally ship with the 12HT? And, was the 1-HZT hard to find?

-dogboy- '87 FJ60

WALoeIII · 05-24-04, 12:31 PM

Suspension is in good condition - I'm buying this off a previous wheeler who moved to a Defender 90. Rancho 9000s on all corners and shackle lift. 33x12.5's

I haven't had the chance to drive it yet - its in Colorado.

TOZOVR · 05-24-04, 02:50 PM

[quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053]
I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP - I don't have the mod list with me. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change? I've already bought it as its at the right price.
[/quote]

230 hp? You're gonna need a wing...oh and some red fuzzy seatbelt covers.

HZJ60 Guy · 05-24-04, 07:08 PM

1. Turbo diesel engine.
2. Factory Full floater rear with disks
3. Low gears and ARB lockers
4. Spring over suspension
5. 37" tires
6. 50 gallon fuel tank
7. 10,000 winch

TB

Gundy · 05-25-04, 01:32 PM

How are your snake blinders and mud flaps?

If your power steering pump ain't leaking you are
a lucky man.

Seriously....get the basics right first and the geebobs
and off road toys are much more fun.
Congrats on what sounds like a great cruiser!
You'll be lifting and locking before you know it.

The choices are almost endless.

HZJ60 Guy · 05-27-04, 01:54 PM

Dogboy, my rig came with a 2H (4.0 liter) and it HAD an AXT turbo kit when I bought it. The trouble is the engine needed a serious rebuild. So instead I bought a 1HZ. I bought the motor trans tcase as one unit from G&S cruisers out of Vancouver BC.

http://gscruiserparts.com/index.html

I sold the 2H and bought the 1HZ from Sheldon at G&S. Im going to add the Safari turbo soon.

Contact Sheldon or Greg at G&S. They can answer all your questions.

Tom B

landwagon · 03-24-05, 05:53 PM

just bought 60 also, love to read all this stuff. this is 3erd cruiser, to 40s before, now doing the family thing. had no proble with smog test, even with no tune up and sick looking air filter.
i love the 60 paid to much dont care just turned 99k and big smile driving everwhere.

Heffenoche · 03-24-05, 09:52 PM

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05-18-04, 08:06 PM	#2
lowtideride Ride On... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Florida TLCA# 14891 Posts: 6,972	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? big big tires...and an air horn

05-18-04, 11:15 PM	#3
masscrusher IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Massachusetts TLCA# 13009 Posts: 164	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053] The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP [/quote] That is not the original 2F engine, right? If it is... wtf has been done to it. I want to do the same!!!

05-19-04, 10:57 AM	#4
swank60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: One of Four Presidential Flying Saucers Posts: 1,459	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? You're pushing 230HP in a 60? I don't think the must have list should be all that long...maybe a bullbar, front and rear... You've got to post a pic of that engine bay!

05-19-04, 10:58 AM	#5
jl IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 77	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053] I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP - I don't have the mod list with me. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change? I've already bought it as its at the right price. [/quote] Tuffy Security Console to lock up that iPod

05-19-04, 11:26 AM	#6
devo IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: denver Posts: 573	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Lockers Winch FF rear axle Bitchin' high power aux.lights Good tires Custum rear bumper w/tire rack Dual batteries Under carrage lighting for night wheeling NV4500 tranny Etc., etc. devo

05-18-04, 07:44 PM	#1
WALoeIII IH8MUD Regular Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 450	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change? Last edited by WALoeIII; 09-22-04 at 06:08 PM. Reason: 2Fs don't make 230 HP - 'twas a typo!

05-19-04, 05:06 PM	#7
WALoeIII IH8MUD Regular Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 450	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Opps that 230 isn't right I was thinking about something else. Its at like 140ish? Last edited by WALoeIII; 09-22-04 at 06:09 PM.

05-19-04, 05:39 PM	#8
Doc Still Lookin' Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Iowa TLCA# 17266 Posts: 4,449	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Must haves for a 60? AAA membership.

05-19-04, 09:51 PM	#9
MrZero IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Austin, TX TLCA# 17387 Posts: 303	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=Doc link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg160234#msg16 0234 date=1085009942] Must haves for a 60? AAA membership. [/quote] Damn, aint that the truth! I've used my AAA twice in the last two months......but that was a run of bad luck with 20 year old parts. Had the same driver each time, real nice guy! --ZERO

05-19-04, 11:05 PM	#10
lovetoski IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 2,638	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Best advice I heard regarding a "new to you" cruiser was to fix all the stock stuff first. Great stereo, lights, etc are cool, but it sucks to have your air pump fail because the power steering pump is pissing all over it. If along the way you can upgrade, then fine. But, the key is to get the whole truck back to fully functional before adding fun stuff. Good example is usually the springs - they're almost always shot. Most guys go with an upgraded aftermarket suspension. This fixes a bunch of things, and does an upgrade too. Welcome!

05-20-04, 12:10 PM	#11
Beanie IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2003 Location: Salt Lake City TLCA# 13977 Posts: 54	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? I've had my 60 for just over a year, and was changing a seized oil pump when I noticed that I had some broken leafs in front, and a broken shock in the back. Might be worth looking closely at. I upgraded to OME and I love it.

05-20-04, 03:36 PM	#12
swank60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: One of Four Presidential Flying Saucers Posts: 1,459	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=lovetoski link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg160435#msg16 0435 date=1085029523] Best advice I heard regarding a "new to you" cruiser was to fix all the stock stuff first. Great stereo, lights, etc are cool, but it sucks to have your air pump fail because the power steering pump is pissing all over it. If along the way you can upgrade, then fine. But, the key is to get the whole truck back to fully functional before adding fun stuff. Good example is usually the springs - they're almost always shot. Most guys go with an upgraded aftermarket suspension. This fixes a bunch of things, and does an upgrade too. Welcome! [/quote] I'll second that. Get to driving the truck and get used to it first. There's plenty to go wrong and money spent on 100000watts of lighting won't keep it on the road. Make sure your tool box is properly equiped, find out what's going on and what needs fixing...and take it from there!

05-20-04, 04:39 PM	#13
hj60 paleo-conservative Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Ahwatukee, Phoenix, AZ, USA TLCA# 11004 Posts: 1,391	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? #1 must have (goes for any Cruiser): FSM. Or the Haynes (for us U.S. owners) manual. My 2F manual has probably saved me hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on my motor. The emissions manual has cost me hundreds, but I'm confident my rig will pass smog in Aug. which easily offsets the cost.

05-20-04, 10:06 PM	#14
The Dude IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Saskatoon, SK TLCA# 8113 Posts: 890	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Congrats on the purchase....Good advise on getting everything in good working order before any mods. For me, it was new tow points fron and back, a shovel, a tow strap and a fully equiped tool kit. Then make sure you can get the spare tire down. After that the list gets huge....

05-21-04, 03:39 AM	#15
lowtideride Ride On... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: North Florida TLCA# 14891 Posts: 6,972	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? ...a sledge hammer and an inpact wrench...

05-21-04, 01:53 PM	#16
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,497	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? In my own case, it was the following - in order: 1. Full factory service3 manual set. 2. Front to back physical looking for stuff that the PO neglected or screwed up, then fixing them. Included tune up, PS pump and Air pump/emissions system. Passed smog test. 2. New (complete) clutch assembly and hydraulics. Used all OEM parts. 3. Transfer case rebuild. 4. H55F Transmission 5. New MTRs all around 6. Replace factory headlights with Hella H$ street legal replacement units 7. Added Hella 130 watt driving lights Next will be some additional protection, suspension upgrade, dual batteries, and ARB locker. A lot depends on what use you intend... Mike S

05-21-04, 03:33 PM	#17
swank60 IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: One of Four Presidential Flying Saucers Posts: 1,459	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? The Hella Headlights are awesome. I finally got my set in and they are soooo nice. They seem to draw a lot less power than the old ones did, too. Might have been from dirty contacts though - or they're just that much more efficient.

05-21-04, 04:15 PM	#18
Doc Still Lookin' Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Iowa TLCA# 17266 Posts: 4,449	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Link me to these Hella lights. I need both the horn and the lights!

05-21-04, 04:20 PM	#19
The Dude IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Saskatoon, SK TLCA# 8113 Posts: 890	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? From what I have read the cibie are a better choice. I don't own either (yet) but the cibie will be my choice. sorry for the hi-jack http://dsl.torque.net/products/products.html

05-21-04, 04:26 PM	#20
Mike S IH8MUD Lifer - No Appeal Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 2,497	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=Doc link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg161599#msg16 1599 date=1085177724] Link me to these Hella lights. I need both the horn and the lights! [/quote] http://www.hellausa.com/maineng/NewL...sion_plus.html I recommend them. Their tech support line is also very helpful. MS

05-23-04, 11:15 PM	#21
HZJ60 Guy Tank Buster Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Seattle area TLCA# 13102 Posts: 2,335	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Well here are my HZJ-60 stats. Not complete yet, but soon I hope. TB 1987 HJ-60 Toyota Land Cruiser: 1987 Toyota HJ-60 Landcruiser 4.2 liter 1HZT diesel with a Safari systems intercooled turbo charger Dual optimas ARB compressor Ready aire compressor H-55 five speed tranny Standard t-case Old man emu full suspension with spring over conversion Front end: 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers trussed w/high steer and hydrolic assist Rear end: 5.29 gears w/ARB four runner vented disks w/ four piston calipers, trussed, full floater ARB front bumper with 24 volt M10000 pound winch with synthetic rope and IPF lights Kaymar rear bumper tire carrier gas carrier 4x4 connection side bars Hannibal roof rack, tent and awning ARB snorkle Opposite Locke 50 gallon fuel tank Opposite Locke 20 gallon aux tank Cobra CB Custom Alpine stereo with XM satalite radio Recaro seats Tinted windows 17x9 trail ready bead locked rims with 37" goodyear MTR's

05-24-04, 06:44 AM	#22
Doc Still Lookin' Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Iowa TLCA# 17266 Posts: 4,449	Re:New FJ 60 - Must Haves? ^ I'd like to see some pics of that cruiser!

05-24-04, 12:31 PM	#24
WALoeIII IH8MUD Regular Join Date: May 2004 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 450	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Suspension is in good condition - I'm buying this off a previous wheeler who moved to a Defender 90. Rancho 9000s on all corners and shackle lift. 33x12.5's I haven't had the chance to drive it yet - its in Colorado.

05-24-04, 02:50 PM	#25
TOZOVR IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 258	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? [quote author=WALoeIII link=board=29;threadid=16581;start=msg159533#msg15 9533 date=1084931053] I just got a 1984 FJ 60 Land Cruiser - any "must haves"? I'm going to put a new stereo in it so it can interface with my iPod etc. The engine has been re-worked and is pushing ~ 230 HP - I don't have the mod list with me. Any thing I should make sure and get/check/or change? I've already bought it as its at the right price. [/quote] 230 hp? You're gonna need a wing...oh and some red fuzzy seatbelt covers.

05-24-04, 07:08 PM	#26
HZJ60 Guy Tank Buster Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Seattle area TLCA# 13102 Posts: 2,335	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? 1. Turbo diesel engine. 2. Factory Full floater rear with disks 3. Low gears and ARB lockers 4. Spring over suspension 5. 37" tires 6. 50 gallon fuel tank 7. 10,000 winch TB

05-25-04, 01:32 PM	#27
Gundy IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Dweller on the Threshold Posts: 2,134	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? How are your snake blinders and mud flaps? If your power steering pump ain't leaking you are a lucky man. Seriously....get the basics right first and the geebobs and off road toys are much more fun. Congrats on what sounds like a great cruiser! You'll be lifting and locking before you know it. The choices are almost endless.

05-27-04, 01:54 PM	#28
HZJ60 Guy Tank Buster Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Seattle area TLCA# 13102 Posts: 2,335	New FJ 60 - Must Haves? Dogboy, my rig came with a 2H (4.0 liter) and it HAD an AXT turbo kit when I bought it. The trouble is the engine needed a serious rebuild. So instead I bought a 1HZ. I bought the motor trans tcase as one unit from G&S cruisers out of Vancouver BC. http://gscruiserparts.com/index.html I sold the 2H and bought the 1HZ from Sheldon at G&S. Im going to add the Safari turbo soon. Contact Sheldon or Greg at G&S. They can answer all your questions. Tom B

03-24-05, 05:53 PM	#29
landwagon IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 97	just bought 60 also, love to read all this stuff. this is 3erd cruiser, to 40s before, now doing the family thing. had no proble with smog test, even with no tune up and sick looking air filter. i love the 60 paid to much dont care just turned 99k and big smile driving everwhere.

03-24-05, 09:52 PM	#30
Heffenoche IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: VA Posts: 515	Quote: