Hi,
I don't even own a Landcruiser yet, but I am on the hunt for one and looking for some helpful information.
As background I own two Volvo 850 Turbos, this 88 4runner with a 7m-gte supra engine and a VW bug. I do all my own work on these vehicles (with the exception of the bug because it is so darn cheap to have worked on).
I have a few different questions. First, what are the best how-to resources for the FJ80? For example, on my Volvos I can find write ups on any and every mod or general maintenance item you could ever dream of. I just searched for a write up on rebuilding the steering knuckle on an FJ80 and couldn't find anything. Is this typical? Do I just need to pick up a good manual?
Ok, now some questions about buying a Landcruiser. I am looking at a 1991 Landcruiser that has 225k with an asking price of $2900. The steering knuckles need rebuilt, the engine is leaking a lot of oil from somewhere, and it has some misc electrical issues (windows etc. nothing major).
I understand that the 1991 has the 4 liter engine. Is this engine generally more or less reliable than the later 4.5 liter? Also, is there a turbo charging kit available for this engine? (I only own 1 vehicle without a turbo and I'd hate that number to get any bigger).
Are these engines prone to leaking from certain seals?
How long could I expect the tranny to hold up (assuming reasonable usage and no abuse)?
Is there a difference in fuel econ between the 4 liter and 4.5 liter engines?
In general, are the earlier or older models preferred? I.e. are there more quirks and bugs in the earlier or later models of the FJ80.
Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated. I'm currently digging through the first time buying help on this site but had the more specific questions noted above.
Best,
J
I don't even own a Landcruiser yet, but I am on the hunt for one and looking for some helpful information.
As background I own two Volvo 850 Turbos, this 88 4runner with a 7m-gte supra engine and a VW bug. I do all my own work on these vehicles (with the exception of the bug because it is so darn cheap to have worked on).
I have a few different questions. First, what are the best how-to resources for the FJ80? For example, on my Volvos I can find write ups on any and every mod or general maintenance item you could ever dream of. I just searched for a write up on rebuilding the steering knuckle on an FJ80 and couldn't find anything. Is this typical? Do I just need to pick up a good manual?
Ok, now some questions about buying a Landcruiser. I am looking at a 1991 Landcruiser that has 225k with an asking price of $2900. The steering knuckles need rebuilt, the engine is leaking a lot of oil from somewhere, and it has some misc electrical issues (windows etc. nothing major).
I understand that the 1991 has the 4 liter engine. Is this engine generally more or less reliable than the later 4.5 liter? Also, is there a turbo charging kit available for this engine? (I only own 1 vehicle without a turbo and I'd hate that number to get any bigger).
Are these engines prone to leaking from certain seals?
How long could I expect the tranny to hold up (assuming reasonable usage and no abuse)?
Is there a difference in fuel econ between the 4 liter and 4.5 liter engines?
In general, are the earlier or older models preferred? I.e. are there more quirks and bugs in the earlier or later models of the FJ80.
Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated. I'm currently digging through the first time buying help on this site but had the more specific questions noted above.
Best,
J
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