1997

Recently I was driving my 1997 LC and started feeling a slight vibration around 35mph, like driving over ruts on the side of the road. After taking it to a few place to diagnose and fix the problem I was informed that the gears in the transmission we fused together most likely due to driving...

Hey all, if anyone has an 80 in Alaska they want to sell, let me know. Not to picky at this point, just don't want a rust bucket. May be interested in Northwest States as well, depending on price. Its about 3 grand to ship a vehicle up here if you're wondering. Thanks!!

Recently bought my first 80 series. I'm no mechanic and appreciate the depth of wisdom available on the forum. Managed to tackle some simple tasks to date, and delegated some more complicated PM to a trusted local mechanic. Looking forward to continue to put in the time and enjoy the rig. Will...

Hi, I am looking to remove the stock tires on my '97 Lexus LX450 and replace them with 33 inch tires. I was wondering If this was possible to do without a full car lift. I am planning on using this as my daily driving car, any suggestions for specific tires to use? Anything is helpful. Thank...

Hey, I wanted some advice about how to fix my front blower motor. A while back my front blower motor in my 97' LX450 stopped blower air, it's started getting real hot so I'm trying to fix it up. As it stands right now, the rear blower motor is working, the heating is working but the front...

Hi, I recently decided to get some work done on my 1997 LX 450, I was wondering if there is any reputable person/organization that I could go to get some work done. I'm in NJ, so I'd prefer if it is something in the tristate area. Let me know if you guys have any recommendations, any advice...

Hello all, this is my first post looking for some guidance and advice. Wanting to get into a land cruiser for a while and found a 97 base LC. Wondering if it is a good starting point while not breaking the bank. This is a Midwest find which has been sitting for a year or two. The owner...

Looking for 40th Anniversary floormats. Located in SoCal. Thanks!

1997 FZJ80 - stock 250K total miles 60K miles ago - HG, new head, new everything "upper engine" besides intake/TB Hiccupy idle and running rich. I describe it as hiccupy because it isn't stumbling, low, high, or even shaking the truck. You can only really feel it in your seat, and it's not 100%...

1997 FJ80 with TRD Supercharger for sale. 136k miles and over $30k in receipts. Complete refresh down to seals in 2011 at 100k miles. Over $5k in recent work including alternator, radiator, tires, battery, packed bearings, oil change and fluid flush. No lockers, this is a street cruiser! As...

1997 Toyota Land Cruiser FZJ80 Collector’s Edition Miles: 229,000 Price: $29,900 Color: Desert Dune Metallic Links: Full write-up | Instagram | Photo Shoot | Maintenance Log | CarFax | Thank you for our interest in my Land Cruiser. I have worked hard to capture finite level detail in the...

Here are the seats! https://www.ebay.com/itm/3rd-Row-Leather-Seats-1997-Toyota-Land-Cruiser-BOTH-SEATS-EXCELLENT-CONDITION/193627879685?hash=item2d151ef905:g:qm8AAOSwR5hfOosG

#1 I have a 97 FZJ 80 for sale but as you can see, it’s going to need to be towed or delivered to or by you. This 80 is unique, as it is a diesel conversion. The engine is an AM General 6.5L Turbo Diesel from a HMMWV (mechanical injection), but it threw a rod. So needs an engine rebuild or...

First time posting, need some help! 97' LX450 starting "slipping gear" on a large uphill, coming off of a rocky pass out in Moab. Drove back to Denver no problem. The next morning I had the following symptoms: - *only* when the engine/tranny warmed up, the truck would try start in 2nd or 3rd...

MONTANA PICKUP Toyota Land Cruiser for parts!! Or for sale as is for $3750 OBO! Serious inquires only. Will be out of town so if you are a serious buyer we will make arrangements. Located in White Sulfur Springs MT Vin # JT3HJ85J60152649 197,000 miles Toyota Land Cruiser in fair shape but...

In the beginning process of parting out a 40th anniversary edition, NO F/R Lockers. Front seats already gone. Dash gone. Many under hood components gone, but will sell the engine as a LONG BLOCK. About 375,000 miles on it, machined the head about 7,000 miles ago and the cylinders / pistons...

I am selling my 1997 Lexus LX450, white and tan exterior color. 283,XXX miles with lockers 2.5" OME suspension lift 33" BFG All-Terrains with full sized spare ARB front bumper and LED light bar Full sized roof rack with 4 spotlights on top (haven't had time to wire them, never been used), has a...

This baby is ready for off-roading. I bought it for a bug out vehicle and also to do expedition camping in Western U.S., but I ruptured a disk in my back and can't do what I used to do. It has lift kit, wench, grill guard, snorkel, and light bar but I haven't wired that up yet. The seats are...

Oklahoma City: 1997/LX450 (selling for parts.) ~127,000 miles. 2.5” (I believe) lift. I put some SpyderTrax wheel spacers and 18” Ballistic wheels with ~35” tires (tires might not be great after sitting for a year.) One of the wheel bolts is stripped on the left rear wheel, I believe...

Let’s start with the basics. I own a 1997 FJZ80 40th anniversary edition and looking into this for quite a while. I want to upgrade the whole sound system. I bought an alpine stereo as well as an amp bypass as I don’t think I really need a completely separate amp. I will be installing that...