Clinometer/Compass Meter Option

[mot]

First post in this section.

Could somebody tell me which year model LC Prado (90?) that these units came out of?

Did they all come with the option and if not, is it really a plug-and-play like the CLD switch of the 80 (harness tucked away right behind the console panel)?

Thanks in advance for any info.!

Mot


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[Japan4X4]

Mot I have the bottom version, I got it out of a 1995 or so KZJ90. No idea if they all had them. Some of the later Hiluxes have nice ones too.

[TEPUI]

Mot, I have the bottom version as well. It came from a 96 Prado GX, from Mongolia (dunno the exact model code though)

I was able to plug it into a harness that sits behind the stereo, and all but one feature (temp sensor) worked. The only problem I had is that my vehicle was missing the temperature sensor, so the unit throws an error when set to read the temperature. The RZJ90s like mine do have the wiring for the temp sensor. The sensor plug sits behind the left side headlight. I just tested mine by plugging it, I have not mounted it on the dash yet, but it does work.

If I'm not mistaken, the fancier color display (top 2 pics) comes in the 50th anniversary Land Cruiser (colorado?) (LWB-95), marketed in Europe in 2001, but I'm sure Japanese models carry it as well. You can see some pics of that model on this thread

[TEPUI]

Here's a wiring diagram I got from a friend who also installed the unit. It's in Spanish, but I'm sure you can figure out the tech terms pretty easily. if you need help with translations, let me know.

[beaufort-fj60]

mot these are cool, will they be available from Mot-exports?

[FJason80]

Would those fit in 80's somewhere? And are you thinking of exporting them?

[mot]

Dave/TEPUI,

Thanks for your inputs.
I've got the one pictured at the bottom, thinking that I was going to put it in my rig (at least the cover of it to put in aux. meters), but am abandoning the idea.

beaufort/Jason,

I thought about putting them up for sale, but as I stated I had no idea which years/models it would work in/for, and if it required any sensors that were already present in the vehicle(s) or if it can be fabbed, etc.... hence the original post.

I just looked up my EPC and getting everything new from the factory costs something like $600-$650US. BUT I you'd still have to get the sensors, wires, etc... on top of that. I guess that does not sound too bad, especially the one for the 80 which does far less costs about that much.

I'd still be happy to part with mine, but it might be best if I sold it to somebody who had the vehicle that are already wired for them. (Don't let me stop you though.)

Currently, I'm in a process of assisting a member who is doing the JDM overhead accessory meter transplant. Let me know if you're interested in that, as well as other accessories available in Japan, but hard to come by in your neck of the woods.

Anyway, anybody know anyone who's looking for one of these pictured above?

[TEPUI]

mot, contact "dafs", he owns an RZJ90 and is interested in an inclinometer. I sent him a PM letting him know that you have one.

[mot]

TEPUI,

Thanks, I shall!

Mot

[Sully]

Mot-
What are the physical dimensions of the unit and shroud? I'd like to try to put one in my 94 FZJ, but I'm not sure if it'll fit well enough.
-Sully

[mot]

Sully,

But as I might have said before it probably will be rather difficult to make it fit, not to mention make it work because of all the sensors and stuff being required to make it work.

I I were you I would either try to put one the JDM overhead console with altimeter and compass or an on-dash unit from the US 4Runner (earlier model) with altemeter(?) and the tip over angle thingy meter.

I can help you with the JDM unit, but if you still want me to measure dimensions on the above unit, please let me know!

Mot

[Pepeman]

Hi there, I'm from Venezuela I bought a prado 2 doors (RZJ90) or Meru as we know it here, a few months ago, and I'm interested in buying the clinometer, like the one TEPUI has or the other model. Any of you know where can I find it?

Thanks in advance.

[TEPUI]

Mot, do you have any inclinometers left?

[mot]

WOW.
How did I miss you guys? SORRY!

I have the exact one pictured at the bottom on top of the thread.

Let me know if I can assist either one of you!

Mot

[Dariusz]

Mot, do you know the part number for the temperature sensor for this clino?

[Pepeman]

Originally Posted by mot

WOW.
How did I miss you guys? SORRY!

I have the exact one pictured at the bottom on top of the thread.

Let me know if I can assist either one of you!

Mot

Cool man, I'm interested in it for my Meru. What is the cost? Also, do you have a store or something? If not, we could make the deal using Ebay/paypal.

Does it come with everything it needs for the instalation?

Thanks for the help

[mot]

Dariusz,

I've spent a few minutes looking for the sensor with little success.

I'm assuming that it would be inside/around the front bumper.

I'll continue looking and will let you know what I find.

Originally Posted by Pepeman

Cool man, I'm interested in it for my Meru. What is the cost? Also, do you have a store or something? If not, we could make the deal using Ebay/paypal.

Does it come with everything it needs for the instalation?

Thanks for the help

What you see in the picture is all I've got.
If you want/need additional parts, I can get them as long as I can get the part numbers from my EPC.

I can take PayPal if this is something you want to go through with.

Mot

[Dariusz]

The correct position for the sensor is under the front left headlight, but my question is about the sensor, I don´t have it and I need to buy it

[mot]

Dariusz,

I've found the PN for the "outdoor ambient(sp) temperature sensor" for KDJ9#, KZJ9#, RZJ9#, and VZJ9#.

Is that what you need?

Mot

[Pepeman]

Originally Posted by mot

Dariusz,

I've spent a few minutes looking for the sensor with little success.

I'm assuming that it would be inside/around the front bumper.

I'll continue looking and will let you know what I find.





What you see in the picture is all I've got.
If you want/need additional parts, I can get them as long as I can get the part numbers from my EPC.

I can take PayPal if this is something you want to go through with.

Mot

Do you know if the RZJ90 has the wiring to install it, or do I have to buy it somewhere? If you include the temp sensor and wires I would buy it, paypal is ok with me.

[Dariusz]

Originally Posted by mot

Dariusz,

I've found the PN for the "outdoor ambient(sp) temperature sensor" for KDJ9#, KZJ9#, RZJ9#, and VZJ9#.

Is that what you need?

Mot

Exact, this PN is what I need

[JRCP06]

Hello.
My Prado has the one of the top picture originaly factory installed. There are some versions here in Colombia that have it from factory, mine does. I know here are retailed through the dealer shop and i know it costs about USD 1000. Quite expensive but gives a cool interior look.

[mot]

Pepe,

Sorry for the delay!
I don't know if I can get (or locate) the wiring for it or not.



Dariusz,

Here's the diagram with the sensor (I think) highlighted.
Let me know if that's the correct part and also if you see where it is actually mounted in the diagram or not.

THANKS!

Mot

[Pepeman]

Originally Posted by mot

Pepe,

Sorry for the delay!
I don't know if I can get (or locate) the wiring for it or not.

Damn, I wante it. I'd have to look somewhere else, thx for the help.

[90 VX za]

Hi MOT

I am a new user from South Africa. I would really like to get hold of one of the console units. I have a '98 4 door, with a KZTE motor, VX spec. Would you possibly be able to assist me?

Thanks in advance

Regards