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Yes, curious as to the answer here. If you start with a Tundra you could do a lot of reinforcement of the frame and other components for much less than the chop I would think.I wonder how strong the frame extension is as compared to the "high strength steel" that Toyota talks about using in the 200 frame?
Looks like it could be a cool overlanding vehicle if you're not playing on rocky terrain that warrants a short wheelbase.
I have to wonder though why not start with a Tundra or even a Sequoia as the base? IIRC the Tundra is available in Australia now. (Perceived) durability I presume? I know LC parts tend to be even beefier than the Tundra/Sequoia but those vehicles are definitely not slouches
Toyota doesn't sell it directly but it is available via import apparentlyThey don't start with the Tundra in OZ for these because the Tundra isn't available there.
Based on the prices in the article of over $100k for a RHD converted pickup, chopping a Cruiser starts to look economicalToyota doesn't sell it directly but it is available via import apparently
New Toyota Tundra lands in Australia
THE most advanced pick-up truck ever sold in Australia has arrived, and it's come from an unlikely source. The latest Toyota Tundra can dictate text messages while you're on the move, has a blind-spot warning system once exclusive to luxury cars, and a "cross-traffic alert" that detects other...www.carsguide.com.au
Easy now. Even though I completely agree with you, some folks on here think the two frames are similar.If you've been under a tundra and a cruiser, you'd see that they're completely different frames and builds. At the most basic level, the open c channel used in the Tundra frame is a pale comparison to the fully boxed frame of the land cruiser. They also have completely different rear suspension systems. I don't think people are comparing apples to apples when trying to relate a land cruiser chop to a tundra. And I don't have anything against the tundra, they're for for a purpose, but they aren't built like a cruiser.
Finally got to watch the extension in all its fascinating detail. I've always wondered how they do it. Nicely done!
The extensions reinforced and secured with spot welds is a great way to deal with these high strength steels as it minimizes heat input and the heat affected zone (HAZ) to the overall chassis. Not a light weight way to extend the frame, but that's the compromise to an aftermarket extension.
Just finished watching that video as well. I've been doing a half-assed search for companies that'll do the same in the USA for about a year (maybe more accurate to say quarter-assed). I thought having a third row would be great for occasional family trips but after the lift it's too hard for a few of the family to get into. Then I thought a drawer system would be nice but I haven't been able to devote the time or money to make the one I want. Plus, every time I hit the lumber store I dread having to pull full sheets of plywood off the roof rack. Having a tray would be much more convenient.
I suspect this would cost a few bucks more than adding a drawer system to your cruiser and buying a small trailer to haul sheet goods, etc. Tundra crewmaxes might be a reasonable compromise too (if you are in a country that imports them).Just finished watching that video as well. I've been doing a half-assed search for companies that'll do the same in the USA for about a year (maybe more accurate to say quarter-assed). I thought having a third row would be great for occasional family trips but after the lift it's too hard for a few of the family to get into. Then I thought a drawer system would be nice but I haven't been able to devote the time or money to make the one I want. Plus, every time I hit the lumber store I dread having to pull full sheets of plywood off the roof rack. Having a tray would be much more convenient.