Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Dan talks a good game, but don't worry, that FZJ will live in his 80 as long as he does!
After seeing a D4D in a Hilux at Surf and Turf, I know what my ideal next vehicle would be.
The V8 Highlander has arrived...
- Thread starter cruiserdan
- Start date
This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, Skimlinks, and others.
Dan talks a good game, but don't worry, that FZJ will live in his 80 as long as he does!
After seeing a D4D in a Hilux at Surf and Turf, I know what my ideal next vehicle would be.
First...I don't give a crap about the shifter knob or what it looks like.
Second...Anyone who says they don't want one is lying...just because it's a Land Cruiser (and the engine).
For an off-road vehicle, if I have a choice, I'd always prefer mechanical control. I once had to abandon a Rubicon run because the electronically-controlled center diff-lock on my 80 wouldn't lock. Then, at a different date, I had a solenoid go out on the rear locker making it un-selectable. That's one reason I like the Mogs so much, it never has those problems (cable lockers on the axles, no t-case to worry about).
And I don't want a 200, and I'm not lying. Not even way down deep inside. I also don't want a 45, 55, 60, or 62. A 40 or 42 would be just fine, though!
Yes they have:
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showpost.php?p=2738225&postcount=87
https://forum.ih8mud.com/showpost.php?p=2738680&postcount=90
So dare I say the topic has be beaten to death. So have fun discussing it among yourselves.
Have fun...
Like someone would say to a newbie....searching the threads goes a long way!;p
Thanks, but i will need the answer key !
For an off-road vehicle, if I have a choice, I'd always prefer mechanical control. I once had to abandon a Rubicon run because the electronically-controlled center diff-lock on my 80 wouldn't lock. Then, at a different date, I had a solenoid go out on the rear locker making it un-selectable. That's one reason I like the Mogs so much, it never has those problems (cable lockers on the axles, no t-case to worry about).
And I don't want a 200, and I'm not lying. Not even way down deep inside. I also don't want a 45, 55, 60, or 62. A 40 or 42 would be just fine, though!
On that topic, that is why, i believe, the HJ61 is the PERFECT Land Cruiser. Whenever those "80 vs blank" threads pop up, I always think HJ61...
Fully Manual, no electronics to leave you stranded
High Payload
Turbo Diesel
Part Time 4WD
Heavy Duty Frame and Heavy Duty Suspension (NO coils that will break)
and the option of Cable Differential Locks with full floating axles...
(undoubtedly beautiful styling )
Epitome of the Land Cruiser... Perfect.
On that topic, that is why, i believe, the HJ61 is the PERFECT Land Cruiser. Whenever those "80 vs blank" threads pop up, I always think HJ61...
Fully Manual, no electronics to leave you stranded
High Payload
Turbo Diesel
Part Time 4WD
Heavy Duty Frame and Heavy Duty Suspension (NO coils that will break)
and the option of Cable Differential Locks with full floating axles...
(undoubtedly beautiful styling )
Epitome of the Land Cruiser... Perfect.
Glad you're kidding.
Glad you're kidding.
I don't get the joke.
I think he has some very good points. Please address them directly rather than just make a stupid non-sequitur statement like the above...
Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Instead of coils that break, it has leaf springs that break. In fact, I've seen a bunch of broken springs on 40 and 60 series and never seen a broken coil.
Still, I personally, would love to have an HJ61. That would be close to a perfect Cruiser for me, but then I'm not afraid to dd a 60.
Still, I personally, would love to have an HJ61. That would be close to a perfect Cruiser for me, but then I'm not afraid to dd a 60.
I don't get the joke.
I think he has some very good points. Please address them directly rather than just make a stupid non-sequitur statement like the above...
x2
On that topic, that is why, i believe, the HJ61 is the PERFECT Land Cruiser. Whenever those "80 vs blank" threads pop up, I always think HJ61...
Fully Manual, no electronics to leave you stranded
High Payload
Turbo Diesel
Part Time 4WD
Heavy Duty Frame and Heavy Duty Suspension (NO coils that will break)
and the option of Cable Differential Locks with full floating axles...
(undoubtedly beautiful styling )
Epitome of the Land Cruiser... Perfect.
Now THAT is a Land Cruiser wagon !! You won't be mistaking That for some pussy assed Highlander !! Kind of looks similar to my avatar (wink, wink ).
Now THAT is a Land Cruiser wagon !! You won't be mistaking That for some pussy assed Highlander !! Kind of looks similar to my avatar (wink, wink ).
Wait...that looks more like a old Suburban...Yukon....station wagon (just without wood paneling).....
Oh hell....that just looks like a Kick Ass Land Cruiser!
I admit it!!!
I think you forgot to mention the kidney belts that come free with the 61 for the driver and passengers 
I think you forgot to mention the kidney belts that come free with the 61 for the driver and passengers
lol...
True... but when you're bouncing around on a completely flat street you feel good knowing you're driving the best 4x4 ever built!
Cruiserdrew
On the way there
Now THAT is a Land Cruiser wagon !! You won't be mistaking That for some pussy assed Highlander !! Kind of looks similar to my avatar (wink, wink ).
Your Avitar looks more like a Highlander.
Your Avitar looks more like a Highlander.
Puleeez, carbon coppy of a Touareg.....er, was it a Montero ??...OMG, I'm slipping !!
Wow, it does, now doesn't it !! 
D110... SIIA 109 SW is nicer!
Copley Motorcars has nice Land Rovers... and at a premium price!
Copley Motorcars has nice Land Rovers... and at a premium price!
