Hi all,
Long-time reader but first time poster. Sorry my first post is self-promotional. I have gained a lot from this forum over the years tooling around on my 1997 80 Series but haven't posted because I've been recovering from my chronically-online youth and have had very little interest in diving back in
However, I've developed a few parts for my own FZJ80 recently and wanted to share them here and with the world to see if there is any demand. If there's no demand I will discontinue the effort. This is very much a side project with little desire to expand into more products. Everything here are just parts I've made for my own consumption and to my own taste first. Please feel free share your feedback with me here or in DM.
1. 80 Series Center Console Tray
Specially designed to fit in the upper center console storage area of a 1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series (FZJ80), this storage tray provides much needed dividers for common items. Fabricated in black 3D PETG plastic, the two-piece set is extremely durable and heat resistant.
Why I made this: I had objects rolling around in this rather unfinished compartment and wanted some structure.
2. FZJ80 Dual Battery Tray
This kit includes all the necessary components to install this secondary battery tray in a 1FZ-FE model 80 Series Toyota Land Cruiser or Lexus LX450. Note that installation requires removing/relocating the windshield washer fluid bottle. Couth offers a Washer Bottle Relocation Bracket Kit. The installation process will involve installing the tray brackets and mounting the tray to your vehicle's engine bay. Once installed, the tray will fit most Group 27 and Group 34 automotive batteries, or can be used for mounting other accessories such as an air compressor. The tray features six auxiliary holes that can be put to future use for mounting accessories or custom brackets. Our USA-made battery tray is made from 5052 grade aluminum.
Why I made this: there appear to be two solutions on the market. One is an OEM plastic tray which I find looks and feels cheap (yet is pretty expensive), and the other option is really expensive and makes space for an ARB dual air compressor as well. I didn't want to place an air compressor in this location nor re-locate the coolant overflow bottle and set out to make a minimal solution.
3. FZJ80 Washer Bottle Relocation Bracket
This kit includes all the necessary components to relocate the windshield washer reservoir bottle from the front right of your 80 Series Land Cruiser engine bay to the back right. This creates space at the front of your engine bay for installations such as dual battery systems and air compressor. The installation process will involve installing the bracket and relocating the washer bottle to the new bracket, then extending the wiring for the washer bottle pump since the relocation will leave the existing cable too short. Our USA-made bracket is made from 5052 grade aluminum and powder coated.
Why I made this: there appear to be two solutions on the market that relocate the washer bottle. One leaves the bottle at an angle, which I don't like aesthetically, and the other is quite expensive with a little more complexity than necessary. I wanted a simple bracket with no bends, minimal hardware, and easy installation.
4. FZJ80 Main Battery Tray
Currently prototyping and will have first article for testing soon. The design is very similar to the dual battery tray, but for the driver side main battery. I'm not a fan of the OEM plastic tray and wanted something more robust and minimal.
Why I made this: I don't like the OEM plastic battery tray and wanted a minimal solution that matches my Dual Battery Tray.
Coming Soon
Long-time reader but first time poster. Sorry my first post is self-promotional. I have gained a lot from this forum over the years tooling around on my 1997 80 Series but haven't posted because I've been recovering from my chronically-online youth and have had very little interest in diving back in
However, I've developed a few parts for my own FZJ80 recently and wanted to share them here and with the world to see if there is any demand. If there's no demand I will discontinue the effort. This is very much a side project with little desire to expand into more products. Everything here are just parts I've made for my own consumption and to my own taste first. Please feel free share your feedback with me here or in DM.
1. 80 Series Center Console Tray
Specially designed to fit in the upper center console storage area of a 1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series (FZJ80), this storage tray provides much needed dividers for common items. Fabricated in black 3D PETG plastic, the two-piece set is extremely durable and heat resistant.
Why I made this: I had objects rolling around in this rather unfinished compartment and wanted some structure.
- Currently available to ship immediately
- Compatibility: 1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1996-1997 LX450 (I think? LMK if I'm wrong!)
2. FZJ80 Dual Battery Tray
This kit includes all the necessary components to install this secondary battery tray in a 1FZ-FE model 80 Series Toyota Land Cruiser or Lexus LX450. Note that installation requires removing/relocating the windshield washer fluid bottle. Couth offers a Washer Bottle Relocation Bracket Kit. The installation process will involve installing the tray brackets and mounting the tray to your vehicle's engine bay. Once installed, the tray will fit most Group 27 and Group 34 automotive batteries, or can be used for mounting other accessories such as an air compressor. The tray features six auxiliary holes that can be put to future use for mounting accessories or custom brackets. Our USA-made battery tray is made from 5052 grade aluminum.
Why I made this: there appear to be two solutions on the market. One is an OEM plastic tray which I find looks and feels cheap (yet is pretty expensive), and the other option is really expensive and makes space for an ARB dual air compressor as well. I didn't want to place an air compressor in this location nor re-locate the coolant overflow bottle and set out to make a minimal solution.
- Currently made to order so expect 2 week delay. If there's demand I can begin to stock for immediate shipment. Tray comes uncoated but we can talk about powder coat options if desired.
- Compatible with 1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1996-1997 Lexus LX450
3. FZJ80 Washer Bottle Relocation Bracket
This kit includes all the necessary components to relocate the windshield washer reservoir bottle from the front right of your 80 Series Land Cruiser engine bay to the back right. This creates space at the front of your engine bay for installations such as dual battery systems and air compressor. The installation process will involve installing the bracket and relocating the washer bottle to the new bracket, then extending the wiring for the washer bottle pump since the relocation will leave the existing cable too short. Our USA-made bracket is made from 5052 grade aluminum and powder coated.
Why I made this: there appear to be two solutions on the market that relocate the washer bottle. One leaves the bottle at an angle, which I don't like aesthetically, and the other is quite expensive with a little more complexity than necessary. I wanted a simple bracket with no bends, minimal hardware, and easy installation.
- Currently made to order so expect 2 week delay. If there's demand I can begin to stock for immediate shipment.
- Compatible with 1993-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, 1996-1997 Lexus LX450
4. FZJ80 Main Battery Tray
Currently prototyping and will have first article for testing soon. The design is very similar to the dual battery tray, but for the driver side main battery. I'm not a fan of the OEM plastic tray and wanted something more robust and minimal.
Why I made this: I don't like the OEM plastic battery tray and wanted a minimal solution that matches my Dual Battery Tray.
Coming Soon
