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Great looking car! I'm enquiring about importing a KZJ78 into Australia as my new tourer. Great value for money, comfort and coils all round 👌 How's the fuel economy compared to a VDJ V8 with the tyres? Any niggles/things to look out for before purchasing? It'd be cool to see some more photos!

Hi all, im looking into importing a KZJ78 Prado from Japan under the 25yr old rule. Has anyone got any contacts and/or recommendations of companies to go through? ie Iron Chef/Monster Imports? I'm still at the research stage so any info and pointers, costings etc would be appreciated! Cheers

Thanks for your inputs everyone. I hadn't considered the 1hz as i figured the engine prices would be in excess of 4k + gear box and supporting parts on top but ill look into it! @roscoFJ73 Do you mind linking me to your 1hz thread? I couldnt find it when digging around. Thanks! I have been...

Hi all, I am investigating doing a 3F to 2h conversion in my FJ73. I know there is a couple threads out there but after hearing conflicting information (i.e Dont do it :rolleyes:) itd be good to get some fresh opinions from those who did it some time ago and recently! I understand its mostly...

Hi mate, Ive gotten bits and pieces from Terrain Tamer. E.g swivel hub kits etc. From my experience, they seem to be good quality and have most things available. As for engine rebuild kits im unsure. The leader in 4WD original replacement parts. - Terrain Tamer - https://www.terraintamer.com/...

I know this has been covered over the last 10 odd years. I've had conflicting information recently so would be good to hear from past and recent people who have done it and their thoughts! Thanks.

Hi all, I am investigating doing a 3F to 2h conversion in my FJ73. I understand its mostly a bolt up job given the bell housing and fly wheel are from the 2H but otherwise... its all new to me. Few questions: Can anyone point me in the right direction with information and photos? Those that...

I did see a 1hdt 80 for the 23k mark. Almost looks like a good buy!

Thanks for your responses everyone! I'm located in South Australia. Sourcing a 1hdt engine seems to be around the $9 to 10,000 mark - not including an alternator 😂 My reasoning for the 4JJ1 is based on cheap to purchase, common, reliable and fuel efficiency: I currently have a FJ73 with the...

Hi all, Most know a 1hdt 80 is $25,000 + in Australia.. a price that is a bit out of touch for me. Im wondering how crazy it is to find a dead 3FE and convert the engine and transmission etc to the Isuzu 4jj1? My estimated costing being approx 10-15 grand all up with some DIY work. There...

Im also interested in doing this on my 3F. Does anyone have a wiring diagram handy?

Hi all, I recently came across draw through turbo charging: Without going down the injected route, has anyone heard of a 2F or 3F turbo? I know people turbo the 80 series injected 3FE but prefer to stay carby for the costs involved. Not that i necessary want more power but might help with...

How many KMs on it mate? The head on my 3F went at 350,000. Sounds scary but not the hardest job around. Alternatively, start small: - Id take the intake off, spray some carby cleaner in there and give it a good rev to clear it out - Give the dizzy a look over and see if the timing is out -...

Hi all, Drained and cleaned out the fuel tank Changed the fuel filters Spark plugs Checked over the distributor (turned out to be little loose) Fixed a vac leak off the carby Gave the carby a clean Oil change/filter 400kms in and it's been running beautifully, turn the key and the...

Cheers for your information @pithicus ! The electronic ignition was installed by the previous owner (I've only had the car 3/4 months). It's the MSD blaster 2 from what I can see and its only cut out twice in this time. I'll have to take the air box out tomorrow to investigate the resistor...