Toyota landcruiser 80 series power steering box, genuine. It is toyotas longest running series of models and the 2nd longest suv in production behind the chevrolet suburban. In 1995, the dash was updated to include airbags and this model ran until 1997, which was the last year of the 80 series. I have an 80 series landcruiser with a442f transmission, built 1993. Toyota landcruiser series 80 high beam i am having a. Aside from the engine, another major issue with the 80series.
Why toyota land cruiser loud engine knock series part 5 youtube. Hello everyone, i have a 1992 80 series turbo diesel, i understand to be a 1hd t and have just installed a helton dual coil he to before and after the stock fuel filter. Our newbie guide for the 80 series land cruiser proven very popular, so we decided to compile one for the 100 series as well. Buying an 80 series common issues owning an 80 series.
There are ample white ones around, with a smattering of hottedup matte black versions as well. Hullo everyone, i have a 1994 80 series that has been difficult to change down from 3rd to 2nd for a while. Toyota landcruiser 80 series common problems and solutions. Are you having problems with your toyota land cruiser. Any information about all grades of toyota landcruiser 80 and other japanese vehicles. Sure, they may have a drinking problem, be a bit rough round the edges, but theyre dependable, and if you keep the sauce read. Dont you love all these smart asses with their new 60k turbo diesels that brag about how they are getting ks to a tank and they could never fathom to fuel usage of an old landcruiser. This guide is intended as a quick read for new owners and will hopefully point them in the right direction as far as obtaining service, help and support. Click on the blue highlighted numbers in the line drawings to display a complete part listing of that part number.
Well its is 80series repair time again, and for this video, we take a look at the issue with the passenger side electric window. Obviously my first post but ive got an issue with my auto trans in our 100 series. In june 2002, a recall was issued for toyota 100series landcruiser models manufactured from 7 january 1998 to 2 september 2001. The turbodiesel suffered from bigend problems that were fixed only by service. It had swingout back doors, which were replaced by a winch door in 1994. Which toyota land cruiser is the best toyota land cruiser. The 100 series replaced the 80 series early in 1998 and was produced until late2007, giving it. The start of the problems was the turbodiesel v8s propensity to use a little oil between services. However 2 problems have arisen since the instal and i am not sure what to do. The land cruiser 80 series was introduced in late 1989. The best used 80 series buys are in the basemodel area. Landcruiser 200 series diesel v8 ihi turbo problems. In this example, 088100akit fits a land cruiser built between 1963 and 973. Last week i had the gearbox, transfer case and clutch reconditioned.
By dean mellor photos jack murphy, 19 oct 2016 custom 4x4s. Ive been searching all weekend online for someone who has had the samesimilar issue as me but have been unsuccessful so far, hence why im posting here. The ending monthyear means this part fits vehicles up to but not including september 1973 or vehicles built between january 1, 1963 and august 31, 1973. Things got a little more luxurious with the 80 series model, which came out for 1991 and then dramatically. We discuss the different types of toyota landcruiser motors that came in the 80 series 4x4. The tlc is great and almost bullet proof, but it does have many common problems. The vehicle will be used as a family vehicle holidays, road trips etc as well as for a lot of off roading. One thing i loathed most about the 70 series landcruiser was the way the v8 seemed to scream in fitful pain along the way. This represents the combined opinion of the group and should be used as a guide only, as to what is knownpossible with 80 series, as adjustments, technical tips, and accessories. The kit required for a 973 or september 1973 vehicle is 088100bkit, which fits 973892 or vehicles built between september 1, 1973 and july 31, 1992. The 1vdftv engine was first fitted as a singleturbo variant and first used in australia from march 2007. Harrys toyota landcruiser 80 series sahara is finally on modified, as you will see this 80 series. Could you tell me where the high beam relay and fuses are located. And throughout the suvs production history, relatively few problems were reported.
I managed to pick myself up a lowkilometre, 100 series landcruiser with a heap of accessories already bolted on. All the above issues are pretty well known in the petrol motor and are age related. As soon as the excitement of the purchase starts to fade, the questions start popping up. High beam does not work in the flash position or the full on position. Unstoppable moment in the toyota landcruiser 80 series. Iv always had the smaller things like vitaras and sierras and i really dont know a great deal about the 80 series. Everything toyota landcruiser 80 series lexus lx 450 buy. If these vehicles were driven regularly on rough, corrugated roads at high speeds and for long distances, the spare wheel winch wire cable could become frayed due to roadtransmitted vibrations pra 20025421.
Other series that toyota has added to the land cruiser family include the 80, 90, 100, 120 and 200 series. What puts our steering products above the rest b a constant ratio test to check for consistency of steering. Its just about modified the way i want too, but the wish list is always growing. As you will already have seen this 80 series landcruiser is built and setup for remote travel and doesnt have. Im an electrician and need to organize my tools in the back, if anyone. Toyota landcruiser series 80 high beam i am having a problem problem with the high beam. If you want to see photos of the full build up, check this out. Help, my mate has an 80 series landcruiser that has a sinking brake pedal. Having never owned one of these vehicles and not knowing anyone that has i am wondering what i should avoid and what i should make sure i get.
The 80 series cruisers are like the best mate youve had for 20 years. Although the 2016 toyota land cruiser has the most overall complaints, we rate the 2005 model year as worse because of other possible factors such as higher repair cost or more problems at lower. Hey guys, i am looking at a land cruiser 80 series. The cause of the lack of handbrake is a couple of layers deep. Hi guys, only just found this forum, what an awesome collection of knowledge there is on here. The first model of the 80 series imported to the us was the 1991 model. The land cruiser 80 series was manufactured from 1990 through 1997, with.
The toyota landcruiser 80 series is one of australias most. We replaced the master cylinder believing that to be the problem but its still the same. Ive had it about 12 months, it doesnt lose water when standing for any time, only when running, when it pushes coolant out of the radexpansion tank at a rate of k. Weve sold our 80 series land cruiser, and replaced it with a 2016 sx isuzu dmax edit. In order to get an 80, id have to get rid of the pathy. Ive just snapped up a second hand 4wd and it was a deadset bargain too. As of 2019, the sales of the land cruiser totalled more than 10 million units worldwide. Below are some brief descriptions on thing to watch out for and the level of seriousness and cost you would need to take in to account when buying. My hilux handbrake must have been an optional extra too are renowned for needing to carry a brick around with you to use as a handbrake. The 2005 my is part of the 100series toyota land cruisers, according to. Import toyota land cruiser 80 straight from used cars dealer in japan without intermediaries. From 1990 until 1992 toyota offered its newly redesigned fj80 land cruiser. Dragging a backpackers hilux surf that had a blown diff up the big hill at yeagarup you know the one, overtaking 3 cars on the way up and being the only person in the last 15 minutes to make it first go. This article deals with the unstoppable 80 series landcruiser.
I have a landcruiser 80 series, have an aftermarket oil cooler for the gearbox, towing a large caravan, going up hills answered by a verified toyota mechanic. Click the numbers in the blue squares for part listings. Ok, you want a reason not to buy an 80 series cruiser. Information for new 9197 toyota land cruiser 80 series owner. Overall my 80 series landcruiser is tough as nails and treated with care and serviced on time and not abused will clock up in excess of 500,000 kms. The land cruiser 80 series was officially introduced in early 1990. It takes off in 2nd and shifts to 3rd normally, 1st gear can be selected manually and changes well to 2nd when shifted manually. Installing 150lbs of sound deadener 80 series land cruiser duration. Landcruiser a440f a442f aw45043le automatic transmission.
Toyota landcruiser 80 series 1990 1997 outback crossing. Turbo diesel performance adjustments for the 1hdft. There are some common mechanical issues you may encounter when shopping for an 80 series land cruiser. Land cruiser 80 series buying advice 4x4 community forum. So ive just gotten an 80 series land cruiser and its my daily. I have had the 80 series td since new in 1991 and i still have the same vehicle which has never given me any big problems. The recalled vehicles had vins in the following ranges. We can build a sticky thread w links to solution threads if we get some participation here. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the toyota land cruiser in. Turbocharger replacement and preventative maintenance.
Below is a list of major specifications and changes that were made. The family and i were all excited about the new truck and decided to head for a trip away camping on a mates property. If you rock an old 40 series landcruiser or g60 patrol and still carry one of those old thomas street directories, this is all you. Things got a little more luxurious with the 80 series model, which came out for 1991 and then dramatically more luxurious with its 1995 facelift, which effectively gave the land cruiser a long list of standard upscale amenities like dual airbags, tinted rear windows, leather seats and a power sunroof. What are the common problems with the 80 series because i am really want to get a toyota landcruiser 80 series but i would like the common problems with the old beasts. However automatic transmission problems with 80 series land. But now, all of that has changed here are the seven things we love, and one that we hate about the new, 2017 landcruiser 70 series. Doing my favorite search for landcruiser stuff on the. How to buy a good toyota land cruiser four wheeler. Toyota land cruiser problems and reliability issues. So excited when i picked the car up, only to be let down hard, 3rd to 2nd was pretty much exactly the same.