Wanted diesel cruiser

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i need a running diesel cruiser
can be rusted/wrecked/rolled/what ever. just needs a solid drive train

pics and proof that it runs necessary because this will be bought sight unseen. (proof that it runs would be a short video of you cranking it and letting it idle for a minute and a look at what color the exhaust smoke is.)

looking forward to seeing what you have :cheers:
 
do you have a link? my google search didnt bring up anything regarding toyota stuff.
 
I have an LJ-70 LX, runs great , rebuilt motor with less then 3K
Imported from Europe, Left hand drive. Very clean vehicle
send me an e-mail if interested and I can send out photos etc
dcshuman@yahoo.com
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I have an LJ-70 LX, runs great , rebuilt motor with less then 3K
Imported from Europe, Left hand drive. Very clean vehicle
send me an e-mail if interested and I can send out photos etc
dcshuman@yahoo.com
im looking for a donor not something to drive

What is your budget?

Do you want a wagon (45 LV, 55, 60, 80, 100 series), SUV (Prado or 40 series) or a pickup (45 series) or an unubtanium 70 series?

my budget is limited 3k at the most, i want the drivetrain to go into a fj40 so id rather have a turbo 4cyl but for the right price id get a 6

iv been trying to research motors but it almost seems like im reading the same debate gas guys have about 2f vs vortex swap vs 350 ect...

i believe i could be happy with a 13b-t
what ever it is just needs to have a 5spd
 
im looking for a donor not something to drive



my budget is limited 3k at the most, i want the drivetrain to go into a fj40 so id rather have a turbo 4cyl but for the right price id get a 6

iv been trying to research motors but it almost seems like im reading the same debate gas guys have about 2f vs vortex swap vs 350 ect...

i believe i could be happy with a 13b-t
what ever it is just needs to have a 5spd


i would also check toyotadiesel.com

there was a nice 1kz-te combo in fla for sale.
 
Buy a rusted out Canadian HJ 60.

They are beginning to be 25 years old so you can import them.

I don't believe the 25 year rule applies to vehicles originally sold in Canada...... (90% sure), same as we can bring in most new vehicles from the states...

I doubt $3000 is going to get you near a decent 13BT, but a 3B, 5-speed and a DIY turbo might fit.
 
" be wary of the PRADO, probably the only bad engine Toyota made, that's why they're cheaper" any opinions on this?
 
" be wary of the PRADO, probably the only bad engine Toyota made, that's why they're cheaper" any opinions on this?

The Prados had an underpowered engine for the vehicle, creating a tendancy to overheat and crack cylinder heads. The L engines in the Prados are not nearly as robust as the B or H series engines.
 
I have a 1990 LJ78 (Prado) located in Southern Georgia and I do agree that the 2L-TE is not enough engine for the relatively heavy LJ78 ( an 8 passenger Land Cruiser) however I have had no mechanical issues to date. It may or may not be as robust as a 3B or 13-BT but it can deliver years of reliable service if it is maintained well. Like most turbo charged diesels it can be a problem for a 'heavy footed" individual.
.............1978HJ45
 

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