Terra Cruisers FJ-43 Review and Lessons Learned

[Stutes]

Hello,

Been a while so I figured I was long overdue to issue an update:

Since my last post, the following upgrades/fixes have been performed:

-Replaced entire fuel injection system
-Modified intake manifold
-Tundra DBW Throttle Body
-New fuel injectors
-New Link G4x Fury Engine Management System
-Electronic Throttle Pedal
-Cruise Control
-All new engine sensors and wiring
-Tune for 89 octane fuel
-Replaced front and rear main seals
-Replaced flywheel - old one was cracked
-Replaced starter
-New belts
-Replaced and upgraded alternator with heavy duty Singer 200 amp unit
-Replace mechanical fan with two SPAL 12in high performance electric puller fans with custom fan shroud
-Replaced Nostalgic AC with Vintage AC system
-Added RideTech Air Tank with larger ARB compressor
-Replace battery and main electrical distribution
-New heavy duty battery mount
-Added heat barrier to exhaust header
-Extended exhaust to rear of vehicle.
-Replaced upper oil pan
-Added charcoal filter
-Replaced ignition coil w/ High Powered Inductive Smart Coil (Integrated Ignitor)
-New OEM distributor
-Replaced all suspension bushings
-Fixed loose front shock mount

Needless to say that it runs now like a new Toyota.

It is also worth noting that Terra Cruisers has since gone out of business which explains the lack urgency to warn others.....

Will be posting pictures soon......

 

[Stutes]

Inquiring minds want to know......what is the final verdict on this restoration?

Reason: I have my trusty '87 60 in my garage waiting........

My recommendation is to steer clear of any overseas companies.

 

[Bad Mojo]

Hello,

Been a while so I figured I was long overdue to issue an update:

Since my last post, the following upgrades/fixes have been performed:

-Replaced entire fuel injection system
-Modified intake manifold
-Tundra DBW Throttle Body
-New fuel injectors
-New Link G4x Fury Engine Management System
-Electronic Throttle Pedal
-Cruise Control
-All new engine sensors and wiring
-Tune for 89 octane fuel
-Replaced front and rear main seals
-Replaced flywheel - old one was cracked
-Replaced starter
-New belts
-Replaced and upgraded alternator with heavy duty Singer 200 amp unit
-Replace mechanical fan with two SPAL 12in high performance electric puller fans with custom fan shroud
-Replaced Nostalgic AC with Vintage AC system
-Added RideTech Air Tank with larger ARB compressor
-Replace battery and main electrical distribution
-New heavy duty battery mount
-Added heat barrier to exhaust header
-Extended exhaust to rear of vehicle.
-Replaced upper oil pan
-Added charcoal filter
-Replaced ignition coil w/ High Powered Inductive Smart Coil (Integrated Ignitor)
-New OEM distributor
-Replaced all suspension bushings
-Fixed loose front shock mount

Needless to say that it runs now like a new Toyota.

It is also worth noting that Terra Cruisers has since gone out of business which explains the lack urgency to warn others.....

Will be posting pictures soon......

Do you mind elaborating on the switch from Nostalgic AC to Vintage AC?

 

[Stutes]

Do you mind elaborating on the switch from Nostalgic AC to Vintage AC?

Much cooler, quieter, and max blower is much stronger. Electronic temp control lets you also control the temp verses using the old manual cable controlled heater valve. Unit fabrication quality is also much better.

 

[Bad Mojo]

Much cooler, quieter, and max blower is much stronger. Electronic temp control lets you also control the temp verses using the old manual cable controlled heater valve. Unit fabrication quality is also much better.

Cool, thanks for the info. Anything special for adapting to the 1FZ? I am assuming you're using the 1FZ compressor and a custom line?

 

[Stutes]

Cool, thanks for the info. Anything special for adapting to the 1FZ? I am assuming you're using the 1FZ compressor and a custom line?

Got a new compressor. Nothing special. All the line and hardware came with the kit.

 

[Stutes]

This was at my local dealer. It is his personal FJ. “New” built by Toyota to promote new model Landcruisers.