1994 Landcruiser in Costa Rica - What to Expect? (1 Viewer)

[CarvajalGroup]

Hello all - I recently purchased a 1994 Toyota Landcruiser 80 series as my daily driver in Costa Rica. The vehicle seems to be in pretty good condition with only 116 k original miles, originally purchased in Texas and immediately shipped to Costa Rica. I have a very thorough record of oil changes, maintenance and repairs, original manual etc. Because I am in Costa Rica parts are not readily available here so I have to have stuff shipped to a mailbox in Miami and then they come here approx 5 days later at a cost of $10/lb. Mechanic labor here is pretty affordable. I am trying to be proactive and replace pieces that commonly fail so that I am not roadside waiting for parts from the US. My question is this - what parts would you recommend replacing proactively or at least ordering in advance and having on hand for future repairs. I am okay creating a little stockpile of necessary parts.

So far I am replacing the steering box and pitman, Mass Air flow sensor. I replaced all window motors and the struts on the rear hatch and am waiting on a new set of switches for the driver side door and the cables on the distrubutor. Of course I have changed all the fluids and serviced the brakes. I also have a new set of OEM fuel injectors and a fuel pump on the way. Any other recommendations on parts to get in advance? Thanks!

 

[CarvajalGroup]

Hello all - I recently purchased a 1994 Toyota Landcruiser 80 series as my daily driver in Costa Rica. The vehicle seems to be in pretty good condition with only 116 k original miles, originally purchased in Texas and immediately shipped to Costa Rica. I have a very thorough record of oil changes, maintenance and repairs, original manual etc. Because I am in Costa Rica parts are not readily available here so I have to have stuff shipped to a mailbox in Miami and then they come here approx 5 days later at a cost of $10/lb. Mechanic labor here is pretty affordable. I am trying to be proactive and replace pieces that commonly fail so that I am not roadside waiting for parts from the US. My question is this - what parts would you recommend replacing proactively or at least ordering in advance and having on hand for future repairs. I am okay creating a little stockpile of necessary parts.

So far I am replacing the steering box and pitman, Mass Air flow sensor. I replaced all window motors and the struts on the rear hatch and am waiting on a new set of switches for the driver side door and the cables on the distrubutor. Of course I have changed all the fluids and serviced the brakes. I also have a new set of OEM fuel injectors and a fuel pump on the way. Any other recommendations on parts to get in advance? Thanks!

 

[CarvajalGroup]

Here are some pics of the rig

 

[robchapa]

Are you an American that moved to Costa Rica?

Sorry I know this doesn’t answer your question.

 

[voodu3]

Great looking truck! I’d replace the fuel filter and keep a spare. I don’t know what the fuel is like in Costa Rica but it can’t hurt. Fusible links, spare set of belts, alternator, starter, distributor cap, plugs and wires. I hope this helps.
Download the FSM from the resources section so you can troubleshoot most issues that come up.

 

[CarvajalGroup]

Are you an American that moved to Costa Rica?

Sorry I know this doesn’t answer your question.

I was born in US and have lived there most of my life but I am also a dual citizen. We own real estate here and come often but have decided to try life out here was a family. So far so good! Pura Vida

 

[CarvajalGroup]

Great looking truck! I’d replace the fuel filter and keep a spare. I don’t know what the fuel is like in Costa Rica but it can’t hurt. Fusible links, spare set of belts, alternator, starter, distributor cap, plugs and wires. I hope this helps.

This is great info and very helpful. I have been looking at an alternator and distrubutor cap. I will get some belts and a starter too.

 

[Devils Paw 80]

The plastic heater control valve should probably be replaced if it hasn't already. Also check out all the coolant lines. It's usually recommended to replace the Pesky heater hose. It's a difficult to access short coolant line under the engine. How do the steering knuckles look?

 

[LongDuck]

Radiator, Radiator Cap(s), water pump, thermostat(s), Radiator Hose sets, Toyota Red coolant - if that's what's in it now. Apart from that I'd also get some spare common Relays and blade fuses to have on-hand.

Deivetrain & Suspension-wise; Knuckle Stud sets (*complete with studs, nuts and cone washers), drive flange hub studs and nuts, and spare Oil & Fuel Filters to facilitate routine maintenance.

 

[Augustiron]

PHH