FJ73 with no door lock cylinders (1 Viewer)

[johnnyshaner]

Hi,

I'm relatively new to the 70 series, so be kind. I'm looking at a 1992 FJ73 (manufactured in South American LC that's currently posted in the Classifieds). It has electronic locks but no lock cylinders in any of the doors. Is this a normal thing and can door lock cylinders be retrofitted? It would be a bad day if the battery died in the fob and one couldn't get a door open. The current owner isn't sure how normal this is (or isn't). I've looked through the forum and can't find anything about this subject. Thanks for any information that can be provided.

 

[Gun Runner 5]

Hi,

I'm relatively new to the 70 series, so be kind. I'm looking at a 1992 FJ73 (manufactured in South American LC that's currently posted in the Classifieds). It has electronic locks but no lock cylinders in any of the doors. Is this a normal thing and can door lock cylinders be retrofitted? It would be a bad day if the battery died in the fob and one couldn't get a door open. The current owner isn't sure how normal this is (or isn't). I've looked through the forum and can't find anything about this subject. Thanks for any information that can be provided.

So there’s no lock cylinder even on the back door (small door)?

 

[johnnyshaner]

So there’s no lock cylinder even on the back door (small door)?

Nope. There's not.

 

[OGBeno]

Hi,

I'm relatively new to the 70 series, so be kind. I'm looking at a 1992 FJ73 (manufactured in South American LC that's currently posted in the Classifieds). It has electronic locks but no lock cylinders in any of the doors. Is this a normal thing and can door lock cylinders be retrofitted? It would be a bad day if the battery died in the fob and one couldn't get a door open. The current owner isn't sure how normal this is (or isn't). I've looked through the forum and can't find anything about this subject. Thanks for any information that can be provided.

Run fast.

 

[johnnyshaner]

Run fast.

Why's that?

 

[johnnyshaner]

Any more insights from folks? This is a mystery to me.

 

[AirheadNut]

Why's that?

South American LandCruisers are most often the textbook definition of “lipstick on a pig.” Given the odd situation you’re describing with door locks, it is reasonable to assume that is only the tip of the iceberg of questionable hack job modifications you’d find on that rig. Check out this thread for an idea of what goes on with those vehicles: Builds - 75 Series Truck - VZ shade tree special - https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/75-series-truck-vz-shade-tree-special.1144459/

 

[johnnyshaner]

There's a lot going on there. With the LC I'm asking about, it's been in the States a few years and the folks at Mosley have been through the engine and installed a Sniper fuel system.

So, sounds like there can be issues with South American Land Cruisers, and the lack of door lock cylinders is NOT a normal thing, in any market. Does that sound reasonable?

 

[TreadingLight]

I have never heard of or seen that in my limited experience. And I agree with others that I would be very careful and verify everything about this rig given its origin and weird door locks.

Who tuned the sniper? Any competent mechanic can read the manual and install one but it takes training/expertise to tune it so it works in varying conditions (elevation, temperatures, etc).

When were the axles last rebuilt?

How are the driveshafts?

When was the tcase or transmission last rebuilt?

How much has the wiring harness been hacked up for repairs or mods?

Where in S. America did it come from? Was it built in Japan or Venezuela? This can be decoded from the data tag.

And be sure you won't need to get an emissions test in your jurisdiction as this will likely never pass.

I previously owned a latin american 60 that had been gone over well by its previous owner and it served me well too.

But you should do all the diligence you can to verify condition here.

 

[hoser]

So, sounds like there can be issues with South American Land Cruisers, and the lack of door lock cylinders is NOT a normal thing, in any market. Does that sound reasonable?

They all originally with lock cylinders. Shaving locks and handles were somewhat common in old Hot Rods.... years ago... for a clean look. In the case of the battery dying, they would have a hidden power lead to actuate the solenoid(s).

 

[johnnyshaner]

Okay and thanks. As an aside, the fellow that owns the LC works for Mosley Motors and Mosley Motors rebuilt the engine (3F) and set up the Sniper, so the one thing that I think can be counted on is that the Sniper is dialed in and that the engine has been gone through.

I'm an old(er) hot rodder, so am familiar with the trend of shaving locks and door handles, but why would somebody shave the locks off an old LC? Makes no sense. I thought maybe when the pieces/parts arrived from Japan into South American, the lock cylinder holes weren't punched and the locks were simply not installed. It does have the lock for the fuel filler door. Anyway, it's interesting.

 

[OGBeno]

Okay and thanks. As an aside, the fellow that owns the LC works for Mosley Motors and Mosley Motors rebuilt the engine (3F) and set up the Sniper, so the one thing that I think can be counted on is that the Sniper is dialed in and that the engine has been gone through.

I'm an old(er) hot rodder, so am familiar with the trend of shaving locks and door handles, but why would somebody shave the locks off an old LC? Makes no sense. I thought maybe when the pieces/parts arrived from Japan into South American, the lock cylinder holes weren't punched and the locks were simply not installed. It does have the lock for the fuel filler door. Anyway, it's interesting.

Oh. This is Rob’s truck.

My recommendation would be to pick up the phone and call over to Mosley and see what was done and have them answer your questions.

 

[JuanJ]

Hello,

It is a common South American modification to deter theft. Electric actuators lock and unlock the doors. They are usually controlled with a switch in the center console and a remote control. Since there are no key cylinders, it is expected that thieves will stay away.

This modification usually involves hacking the electrical harness, not in a very careful way. Over time, or with a dead battery, the setup can malfunction and cause headaches.

It is wise to remove this modification. You have to tear apart the doors and part of the dash. Expect a lot of splicing and unnecessary wiring.

New key cylinder sets are available from Toyota.

If you want to, you can install an OEM power lock system. Again, all the parts are available from Toyota.





Juan