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Rocwandrer said:
Yeah, I've know Bodwell a long time, and rode along/ took pictures at all wheels last fall on a Maine 4x4 outing. It might be me you are looking for a rig for...
:whoops: :D

I guess since I am new to Land Cruisers, I should say, I'm looking for something to:

1.) tow a 3000 lb trailer 4500 miles a year on the highway with my wife, baby, and dog. So, gotta be decently safe and reliable (given proper maintenance.)

2.) Something to use occasionally (when I don't ride my bike) for getting around in the winter. And pulling the neighbors out of snow banks instead of helping them with shoveling and jacking, etc. I promise to keep the salt off and protect it from further rust :D

3.) Something to go where I couldn't go in most of the other vehicles that would handle 1&2 above. I've gone exploring some up here, and had to turn around too soon. No more of that. :D

People keep telling me that there are better choices of vehicle for what I want to do. But those "better vehicles" don't have panache. Still, given the above, if land cruiser people say the same thing.....
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There's a variety of Toyota solutions to your dilemma depending on the weight of your wallet and/or ability to do mechanical work.

To get a better sense of your needs, I have some questions.

Is that bike you ride in the winter a motorcycle or bicycle?

What are you driving now that has to be turned around when exploring?

What are the "better vehicles" that others have recommended?

Is "panache" more important than modern reliability and comfort?

LC

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LCCRUISER said:
There's a variety of Toyota solutions to your dilemma depending on the weight of your wallet and/or ability to do mechanical work.

To get a better sense of your needs, I have some questions.

1. Is that bike you ride in the winter a motorcycle or bicycle?

2. What are you driving now that has to be turned around when exploring?

3. What are the "better vehicles" that others have recommended?

4. Is "panache" more important than modern reliability and comfort?

LC

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1. bicycle. I lose 20 lb biking over the winter, and gain it back by the end of summer :D

2. 06 Tundra. I turn around before most of you would be unloading the rig from the trailer.

3. Does that matter? How about this instead... I'm also looking at 99-02 4runners as a less off-road capable, less interesting, more reliable, less maintenance cost, more depreciation cost alternative.

4. I suppose that is by degrees. My summer daily driver IS mid-engined, with springs 600% stiffer than stock and solid engine mounts. It IS NOT Italian, because my wallet isn't that heavy and I prefer working on vehicles on my schedule, in my garage, not on the side of the road.
 
1. I can't lose 20 over the summer anymore, never mind the winter.

2. The Tundra could be modified, but a little big for around here and that sheet metal is pricey when damaged.

3. I do think that matters. What other brands are on that list?

4. Porsche or Toyota?

5. What is your tolerance for fuel mileage and what is your bottom line on price? If mileage isn't an issue, than the FZJ80 LandCruiser is the best bet. Strong, comfortable and very reliable and cheap to modify for expedition work or serious offroading.
 
Anyone have a decent bib for a '78, or would work on a '78, that they could part with?

Trying to help a local friend, so please send me a PM if you have one.

Thanks in advance :beer:
 
Do you get more for a Land Cruiser if you part it out or sell it complete?

The FZJ80 is still on the block at a reduced price ($2K) along with the 72 FJ40 ($300) and the 78 FJ40 (Swiss Miss) at $1500. The Tan 40 may also be going up for sale, it's by far and away the best of the bunch. It is only $6-8K depending on what you take with it like top, winch, wheels, tires, etc.) .
 
anyone got rear folding type rot-free doors/tailgate that will fit a 69 fj40? please pm.
 
Among other things, the tundra is a regular cab, which is not enough seats for 2 american sized adults, a modern rear facing car seat, and a dog, so that option is out. We could get (and I am looking at) a double cab Tundra. The pickup bed is appealing in that it would often save the hassle of a utility trailer in tow.

Let's see, brands that make 4wd that are ruled out.... nope, can't think of any.

Fuel mileage and price are just parts of the compromise. A boring vehicle that has a 3500 lb tow limit and limited off road potential better get better gas mileage and not be as expensive. We have $6k in cash, 80% of the equity in the MR2 on tap short-notice, and lots of other things we'd like to do with the money.

Whatever it is, it has to be safe enough to make me comfortable putting my wife and child in it. Next most important to me is to have a vehicle that is somewhere between 100% reliable, and lots of warning/time to plan for when a repair is needed. No 2 hour job turning into a weekend project because the bolts broke off from rust.
 
LCCRUISER said:
Do you get more for a Land Cruiser if you part it out or sell it complete?

The FZJ80 is still on the block at a reduced price ($2K) along with the 72 FJ40 ($300) and the 78 FJ40 (Swiss Miss) at $1500. The Tan 40 may also be going up for sale, it's by far and away the best of the bunch. It is only $6-8K depending on what you take with it like top, winch, wheels, tires, etc.) .
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Any pics of the 72? Im looking for a parts rig.
 
Anybody want a drop-in bedliner? Came out of my '87 shortbed (approx. 6' x 4'-9" inside), not really sure what else it will fit. Free for the taking, but you gotta come up and get it.

Going up on craigslist if I don't get any takers in the next couple of days. Thanks.
 
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Rocwandrer said:
Among other things, the tundra is a regular cab, which is not enough seats for 2 american sized adults, a modern rear facing car seat, and a dog, so that option is out. We could get (and I am looking at) a double cab Tundra. The pickup bed is appealing in that it would often save the hassle of a utility trailer in tow.

Let's see, brands that make 4wd that are ruled out.... nope, can't think of any.

Fuel mileage and price are just parts of the compromise. A boring vehicle that has a 3500 lb tow limit and limited off road potential better get better gas mileage and not be as expensive. We have $6k in cash, 80% of the equity in the MR2 on tap short-notice, and lots of other things we'd like to do with the money.

Whatever it is, it has to be safe enough to make me comfortable putting my wife and child in it. Next most important to me is to have a vehicle that is somewhere between 100% reliable, and lots of warning/time to plan for when a repair is needed. No 2 hour job turning into a weekend project because the bolts broke off from rust.
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What year is the MR2?
 
Vermont craigslist: Toyota -Diesel- Hilux Surf 1989 SSR - $7200 (Sharon, VT)

Not affiliated but have not seen one of these for sale up here before:

Toyota -Diesel- Hilux Surf 1989 SSR

Turbo Diesel 4x4
Manual Transmission
4Cyl 2.4 L
Right Hand Drive
110,000 miles
Fully Loaded
Body in Good Condition
Gets good mileage
Registered in Vermont!
Leaving the Country, must sell
Offers welcome
 
Looking to buy a used 34x9.5x15 super swamper as a spare

I am Looking to buy a used 34x9.5x15 super swamper as a spare

I have a nice set of 34x9.5 tires on my 40 series, but do not have a matching spare. I am looking to pick up a used tire, just one. The specific tire size needed is an Interco Super Swamper TSL Sam-14, which is a 34x9.5x15.

Please send me an PM if you have one, your location and price please.
 
Anyone have a single rim and tire for a 100 series that they're willing to part with, either 16" or 18"? I just need it for a spare, so it doesn't have to be pretty. Bolt pattern needs to be 5x150 and the tire needs to hold air. That's about it.

PM if you have one. Thanks!
 
LCCRUISER said:
What year is the MR2?
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2003, why?

Our plans have changed. I'm now officially not shopping (but still keeping an eye out). Thinking an early/cheap land cruiser that is worth what I pay for it would make a good "figure out just what kind of wheeling I'd actually do and how often" get-my-feet-wet rig.

Ideal would be something that could stand a chance of going 6 months and 3k road miles without needing expensive long-term repairs or catch up on deferred maintenance. I'm looking at a 91 with significant but not yet near terminal rust, for example.

If I happened on a rust free example that was well cared for, that'd change things, but I'm not actively searching for that anymore.
 
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