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Hey everyone,
I just sent in my application on the club website. I've been a lurker on Mud for over a decade but never created an account, basically just functioning as a leach that absorbed the wealth of information on here without ever contributing. My wife and I moved to AZ a few years ago from KY/VA, and we currently live in Tempe with our 2 year-old daughter, bird dogs, and a stable of Toyota SUVs.
Rundown on current vehicles in descending order of model year:
2000 UZJ100 Land Cruiser - I just bought this 1-family-owned rig from southern CA about a month ago. They "upgraded" to a 5th gen 4runner in 2012/13 and effectively just parked this 100 thereafter. As you can imagine for a vehicle that didn't get much use for 6 years, it needs some work. I'm in the process of cleaning out and replacing much of the cooling system, which has been annoying...At some point, the owners mixed green and red coolant
, which has resulted in some nasty $hit in the cooling system. Fortunately, no overheating, no coolant in oil, no oil in coolant, and 10 block tests that I did all came back negative. Nevertheless, I'm on the 12th gallon of distilled water today and it's finally almost spitting out clear stuff. Will wait for completely clear output before throwing in a new radiator, hoses, heater hoses and Ts, etc. Once that's done, then I'll move on to replacing most of the what appears to be original steering and suspension components (shocks, CV boots, BJs, bushings in upper and lower front control arms, TREs), as well as the oil/fluid in trans, t-case, diffs, and power steering (PO ran PS fluid instead of ATF for who knows how long 
). It is also needs a passenger front fender (truck backed into it in a parking lot), which I've had no luck finding in Toyota black (202) at local junkyards, so I may end up buying an aftermarket replacement from PartsGeek and painting. I don't have any major mods planned right now other than the larger tires that I put on within 30 minutes of buying it (285/75 R16 BFG KO2s), replace the saggy rear coils with OME 865s, and LC Phil's mudflap deletes (I happen to like the medium gray metallic rear bumper cover). However, I've been considering a manual hub swap with part-time 4wd conversion, but haven't made up my mind yet.
2000 Toyota 4runner Limited 4x4 - Bought in 2011 from the second owner. Bone stock but has rear e-locking diff. Will be selling ASAP to pay for 100 series parts.
1998 Toyota 4runner Limited 4x4 - Bought in 2005 from the original owner. Suspension lift with 2" up front (Toytec coils around Tundra Bilstein adjustable height struts) and 3.5" in the rear (OME 861 FJ80 coils with extended length Tundra Bilstein shocks); TJM T17 front bumper and a custom rear bumper that I built a few years ago, with spare tire carrier and cooler rack
on a swingout; 285/75 R16 Cooper STT Pro tires; swapped in a manual J-shift transfer case to get rid of the electronic BS; custom longer rear driveshaft; in the process of regearing diffs to 4.88 and retrofitting e-locker in rear axle...Probably will stop dumping money into this rig now that we have the 100.
1990 Toyota 4runner SR5 4x4 - Bought in 2016 from the original owner. Other than tires (31x10.50 R15 BFG KO2s) and routine maintenance, this rig is bone stock. May swap in a used 5vz-fe engine if the current 3vz-e ever blows head gaskets (HGs were replaced under Toyota recall 60k miles ago and are holding on strong
).
Current extended family-owned Toyotas:
2019 Tacoma Off-Road 4x4 w/ 6-speed manual trans, locking diffs, and 2" suspension lift (brother's); 2015 Rav4 (mom's); 2002 4runner Sport 4x4 (dad's); 2000 4runner SR5 4x4 w/locking diffs (dad's); 1990 Toyota Pickup single cab (dad's); and the one that started my family's Toyota addiction: 1973 FJ40 (My dad bought it new from Toyota in 73, the first vehicle that he ever purchased. Was his daily driver until 1992; still ran and was driveable then, but rust had consumed it and pieces of the body were falling off at every bump in the road. We initiated a complete frame-off restoration in 1998 and finished it in 2004).
I just sent in my application on the club website. I've been a lurker on Mud for over a decade but never created an account, basically just functioning as a leach that absorbed the wealth of information on here without ever contributing. My wife and I moved to AZ a few years ago from KY/VA, and we currently live in Tempe with our 2 year-old daughter, bird dogs, and a stable of Toyota SUVs.
Rundown on current vehicles in descending order of model year:
2000 UZJ100 Land Cruiser - I just bought this 1-family-owned rig from southern CA about a month ago. They "upgraded" to a 5th gen 4runner in 2012/13 and effectively just parked this 100 thereafter. As you can imagine for a vehicle that didn't get much use for 6 years, it needs some work. I'm in the process of cleaning out and replacing much of the cooling system, which has been annoying...At some point, the owners mixed green and red coolant
, which has resulted in some nasty $hit in the cooling system. Fortunately, no overheating, no coolant in oil, no oil in coolant, and 10 block tests that I did all came back negative. Nevertheless, I'm on the 12th gallon of distilled water today and it's finally almost spitting out clear stuff. Will wait for completely clear output before throwing in a new radiator, hoses, heater hoses and Ts, etc. Once that's done, then I'll move on to replacing most of the what appears to be original steering and suspension components (shocks, CV boots, BJs, bushings in upper and lower front control arms, TREs), as well as the oil/fluid in trans, t-case, diffs, and power steering (PO ran PS fluid instead of ATF for who knows how long ). It is also needs a passenger front fender (truck backed into it in a parking lot), which I've had no luck finding in Toyota black (202) at local junkyards, so I may end up buying an aftermarket replacement from PartsGeek and painting. I don't have any major mods planned right now other than the larger tires that I put on within 30 minutes of buying it (285/75 R16 BFG KO2s), replace the saggy rear coils with OME 865s, and LC Phil's mudflap deletes (I happen to like the medium gray metallic rear bumper cover). However, I've been considering a manual hub swap with part-time 4wd conversion, but haven't made up my mind yet.
2000 Toyota 4runner Limited 4x4 - Bought in 2011 from the second owner. Bone stock but has rear e-locking diff. Will be selling ASAP to pay for 100 series parts.
1998 Toyota 4runner Limited 4x4 - Bought in 2005 from the original owner. Suspension lift with 2" up front (Toytec coils around Tundra Bilstein adjustable height struts) and 3.5" in the rear (OME 861 FJ80 coils with extended length Tundra Bilstein shocks); TJM T17 front bumper and a custom rear bumper that I built a few years ago, with spare tire carrier and cooler rack
on a swingout; 285/75 R16 Cooper STT Pro tires; swapped in a manual J-shift transfer case to get rid of the electronic BS; custom longer rear driveshaft; in the process of regearing diffs to 4.88 and retrofitting e-locker in rear axle...Probably will stop dumping money into this rig now that we have the 100.
1990 Toyota 4runner SR5 4x4 - Bought in 2016 from the original owner. Other than tires (31x10.50 R15 BFG KO2s) and routine maintenance, this rig is bone stock. May swap in a used 5vz-fe engine if the current 3vz-e ever blows head gaskets (HGs were replaced under Toyota recall 60k miles ago and are holding on strong
).Current extended family-owned Toyotas:
2019 Tacoma Off-Road 4x4 w/ 6-speed manual trans, locking diffs, and 2" suspension lift (brother's); 2015 Rav4 (mom's); 2002 4runner Sport 4x4 (dad's); 2000 4runner SR5 4x4 w/locking diffs (dad's); 1990 Toyota Pickup single cab (dad's); and the one that started my family's Toyota addiction: 1973 FJ40 (My dad bought it new from Toyota in 73, the first vehicle that he ever purchased. Was his daily driver until 1992; still ran and was driveable then, but rust had consumed it and pieces of the body were falling off at every bump in the road. We initiated a complete frame-off restoration in 1998 and finished it in 2004).
Well, it's time to introduce myself too. I'm Glen and after about 6-7 years lurking I have joined the club. I've owned this 96 FZJ80 since 2013 when I convinced my wife we should have it despite already having a 95 4Runner.
The 4Runner has since left the stable along with a 99 Tacoma that is still in the extended family. Along the way we have moved around between Chandler, Gilbert, and Mesa. Oh and we had a couple of rugrats and picked up our English Mastiff (as seen in below and in my avatar).
The 80 is still pretty much stock. The clear coat is all but gone, after losing one fender flare we decided to shed the rest, and it's now sitting on Falken Rocky Mountain ATS in 285/75R16 but that's it. It's also been out of commision with a blown head gasket but now it's time to fix it.
After that we'll be looking to add an OME lift and get back to driving it around the Mogollon Rim as much as possible.
The 4Runner has since left the stable along with a 99 Tacoma that is still in the extended family. Along the way we have moved around between Chandler, Gilbert, and Mesa. Oh and we had a couple of rugrats and picked up our English Mastiff (as seen in below and in my avatar).
The 80 is still pretty much stock. The clear coat is all but gone, after losing one fender flare we decided to shed the rest, and it's now sitting on Falken Rocky Mountain ATS in 285/75R16 but that's it. It's also been out of commision with a blown head gasket but now it's time to fix it.
After that we'll be looking to add an OME lift and get back to driving it around the Mogollon Rim as much as possible.
FYI - If you blew a head gasket be sure to get an OBD2 scanner to see how hot your truck is actually running. I was surprised to find out mine would run 220+ on hot days with the AC on even though the needle didn't really move. A new radiator brought the temps down considerably, even after upgrading the fan clutch.
Just got my sticker and shirt yesterday! I've been on Mud since before I bought my 1995 FZJ80 last September; researching wannabe and been lurking on the CSC forum ever since posting occasionally. I was inspired to join after meeting some other members at the northern AZ meeting last Friday.
I've always been a fan of land cruisers. I really love the looks of the 62s, but we were looking at something that could haul more than 5 people. My wife, understanding as she is, encouraged me to stop being so dang practical and get what I really wanted regardless of fuel economy. Enter Elsie with the third row! I replaced the stock shocks and struts (originals with 155k miles when I bought her) with OME 861/862 and got a bargain on KYB gas-a-justs. Covered the shredded front seats with Cabela's Trail gear covers, and wrapped top of the steering wheel with paracord. Changed the oil and then took her on maiden voyage to Brice Canyon.
Happy to be part of the club!
I've always been a fan of land cruisers. I really love the looks of the 62s, but we were looking at something that could haul more than 5 people. My wife, understanding as she is, encouraged me to stop being so dang practical and get what I really wanted regardless of fuel economy. Enter Elsie with the third row! I replaced the stock shocks and struts (originals with 155k miles when I bought her) with OME 861/862 and got a bargain on KYB gas-a-justs. Covered the shredded front seats with Cabela's Trail gear covers, and wrapped top of the steering wheel with paracord. Changed the oil and then took her on maiden voyage to Brice Canyon.
Happy to be part of the club!
Hi, my name is Kris and I’m a new Land Cruiser owner (2013 200 series). It’s stock right now, but may change as needs arise. My wife and I are new to off-roading and would like to get together with others to get more experience off-roading and enjoy the sport. We’ve lived in AZ for 15 years and currently in Gilbert.
Hello all! I have been on ih8mud for a while, have gone through a 80 series, 100 series, 120 series (gx470), and now have a 2016 150 (GX460)
Truck is still stock but Ive only had it for a week. Already planning some goodies in the near future.
just moved bak to AZ from SoCal and would love to meed some new friends and go on some adventures!
Truck is still stock but Ive only had it for a week. Already planning some goodies in the near future.
just moved bak to AZ from SoCal and would love to meed some new friends and go on some adventures!
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Where in Gilbert? I live in south Gilbert, Chandler Heights/Higley. Lets grab a beer and talk toyotas!
I’m near Ray/Gilbert. I’d love to grab a beer and talk Toyota’s. PM me and we can work out the details.
Hi y’all!
New cruiser enthusiast here in this lovely state! Wife and I originally both from California moved here to AZ from SC over the past weekend due to taking on a new position within my company (Boeing). Just found a new cruiser shop called Desert Toy Tech in Mesa to do a quick oil change as all my tools and
equipment are still in transit. We have two cruisers and we are excited to do some off-roading around here and the neighboring states! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated as well as local meets/shops/dealerships I should get familiar with. I have 2 100 series cruiser so if y’all see me or the wife rolling around please don’t hesitate to say hi!
New cruiser enthusiast here in this lovely state! Wife and I originally both from California moved here to AZ from SC over the past weekend due to taking on a new position within my company (Boeing). Just found a new cruiser shop called Desert Toy Tech in Mesa to do a quick oil change as all my tools and
equipment are still in transit. We have two cruisers and we are excited to do some off-roading around here and the neighboring states! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated as well as local meets/shops/dealerships I should get familiar with. I have 2 100 series cruiser so if y’all see me or the wife rolling around please don’t hesitate to say hi!
Welcome! What part of town did you guys move to? Some cool trails around here and awesome places to see!
We are planning on moving to Gilbert/Mesa area. Still house searching for the next week or so. Checked out butcher Jones OHV trail today and had a great time!
Did you end up going? If so, how was it?
Seen this beauty at the Phoenix outlets last night. Anyone recognize her:
yea I did end up going for 2 nights! Hit rim road then verde river via fossil creek. Swam in the river and a natural hot spring. Was gorgeous! Stars was amazing, didnt take my SLR but got some good pics from my phone. Drove through Sedona on the way back.
Hey guys, hit up box canyon this past weekend and had a blast!. Definitely recommend! Should be hitting up another trail this coming weekend as well.
More pics
This is Relix from back in the day, I no longer have access to that old email address so I had to register this new account..
Oh yeah, I got a new to me landcruiser, and I am very excited about it..
Oh yeah, I got a new to me landcruiser, and I am very excited about it..