HDJ81 Model Year Differences..

[aabasiry]

Hi there,
Total newbie here. Looking at getting a '90 HDJ81 and was wondering what the differences are (if any) between the year models 1990, 1991, 1992 and 1993. What I mean is differences in the factory specs (e.g. suspension, engine..etc) for each year not vehicle options or package like Vx or Vx LTD.

Also, is there a place online to download the Owner's Manual? I found the Engine and Chassis manuals (which are the ones harder to find usually!) but not the Owner's Manual..

Cheers,
Ahmed

[mac]

Only BIG change is 92.5 and newer have the electronic A442 transmission with a TPS on the injection pump. Older models had fully mechanical A440 tranny.

Rear shoulder belts were found after 91. That's all I can think of off the top of my head.

Oh, one more thing - I believe it's 93 and up that have larger front and rear brakes.

[mot]

You get the basic 1HD-T (12 valve) engine, but with the '93- you get the 1HD-FT with 24 valves, I believe.

Also, the suspension set-up might be a bit different (post '93 might sit a bit taller).

You'll get the not-so-useful (to me) elec. suspension system (Normal vs Sport) with VX or VX Limited. You'll still get your center console fridge/cooler with VX Limited. You also might get a cruise control with the Limited as well (Not sure though).

Not entirely sure on the 2nd-row seat/shoulder belt situation.
I have done the 3point/shoulder belt modification, but not sure if all of the HDJ's came with only lapbelts in the back.

You could get the "cold climate" package with bigger batteries and/or starter/altermator (don't quote me on these though), as well as the radiator shutter. It "should" have a sticker under the hood, close to the front indicating it though ("Snow Version" maybe).

ANYWAY, I'm sure I've messed it up or I'm missing something.

Good luck!

[Tapage]

Here in Panamá 90 - 04/93 come rear with SF axle and drum brakes .. after that all come with 16 wheels, rear FF and disc brakes, that it's nice to me.

But it's all a matter of taste and budget .. VX-LTD lockers !, rear AC, sub tank, sun roof etc ..

[mac]

1HDFT was not until '95 I believe.

[mot]

Originally Posted by mac

1HDFT was not until '95 I believe.

You may be right! (Probably are!)

[landcrusher80]

1HD-FT was introduced January 1995.

[quote=mot;3386758]You get the basic 1HD-T (12 valve) engine, but with the '93- you get the 1HD-FT with 24 valves, I believe.

[mot]

Originally Posted by landcrusher80

1HD-FT was introduced January 1995.

ANYBODY ELSE?

[mac]

Ok, MOT, let's see what else we can pick apart... kidding, only kidding. Great info!

We haven't mentioned fender flares- didn't they get larger somewhere around 92? My half cut was a 92 and had the larger flares- it was an early 92 with the A440.

[Tapage]

Here we only get the new dash, large fender flares, new grill, full time, and 1HD-FT 24V from 04/96 on ..