350 Horsepower Land Cruiser Troopy HJ45 (The Beast) 

What do you think? Should we build it out and hit the road in the Beast?

I’m an Aussie, we had one growing up. So much fun, so little comfort. Bouncing in the back, sitting sideways with siblings, no seat belt... endless arguments and bruises! Still makes me smile!

My dream vehicle!! I'm 61 and had plenty of oppurtunities to buy used in my time......sadly for what ever reason I passed on those chances. One of many regrets in my life. Hang on to that beauty!!!

if like this.. this is more than beast !!! this is everything about, comfort, be safe walk around, that you feel be safe with your family going everywhere.. this not the beast.. but this is masterpiece !!! 👍👍👍👍👍 from indonesia

Great post, wonderful rig....Yota for life. my son got a 04' V-8 4Runner with 86k years ago. 2.5 in lift, tires bars, shafts fox shocks etc and around 120k miles ago, still runs like a tank. Can't wait for your build out, especially when it comes to the Ham radio, fog lights, LED all over the place, two lithium batteries for...and a Pioneer, Klipsch, Sony 1k watt stereo surround sound with 4k tv....uhh ohh, got ah little head of myself...im excited for ya!

I love it!! I learned to drive a stick in a 1977 FJ40 that my grandpa bought new. Happy to say that it's still in the family and running strong.

I mean this rig is fine I guess, but it doesn't stack up to the ultimate overlanding vehicle (my '92 Toyota Camry) which has premium expedition features like: -A powerful 1.8-liter engine that goes 0-60 in a BLAZING fast 22.5 seconds -Genuine _Panafonic™_ tape deck with Jimmy Buffett's _Cheeseburger in Paradise_ stuck on repeat - A half-eaten CLIF bar in the glove compartment for sustenance on the go ...and so much more. If you beg nicely, I MIGHT be willing to trade it to you for this Landcruiser.

Very cool. I owned and drove a 1965 FJ-45 for 12 years. It was A close comparison to my WW2 Jeep (1943 GPW) and my g.granpa’s horse & buggy. Gas mileage varied from 10 to 12 MPG. Due to its great length (it was a long bed) it was not as good off road as my stock FJ-40. But it brought smiles to everyone who saw it, and I was beseeched by off roaders who wanted to buy it from me. They finally won out. Don’t let them get yours. So cool!

Yes build it out. Definitely stands out and so fitting to your lifestyle

Reminds me a lot of the FJ55 I owned in the early 1980s. I was going to do the V8 swap from Man-A-Fre but I ended up finding too much rust. I had to give it up. Build it up! It is absolutely a unique vehicle here in the states. I hope to one day see the Beast in person... Love it!

Yes yes yes!!! I got so excited hearing the next phase of your adventure!!! Can’t wait to see what it becomes. Thanks for sharing your story.

So jealous! Always loved the FJ45's and the fact yours has a POP TOP!!! You definitely need to build it out.

Ahh the old yellow NSW plate! If you ever need new plates (if they get pinched) let some of aussie watchers know and we can chase some up for you. Everyone is In Australia loves the VDJ78 troopys now with the modern 4.5 V8 turbo diesel.

Build that beast!! Can’t wait to see it down the road!! 👍🏻👍🏻

Wow, been lurking for a while but gotta say nice ride. I used to have a ‘74 FJ40 with a small block 383 stroker. A true “Chevota”. I miss that truck and how it would make the windows in my girl friends house rattle when I came to pick her up. That’s what her dad said anyway. 🤣I also had the exact winch on the front. Warn 8000 upright. Never let me down. Love the channel.

So much space for activities! Step brothers would love that.

NICE! This is really something to treasure ... can't wait to see your build unfold.

That is super cool! Totally build it out. Also, that engine is super clean and it looks great in it. Can't wait to see where you guys want to take this project.

Awesome ride! You and the fam will have a blast building it and making it your own.....hope we get to experience your build step by step

4bt troopy combo seems like ah real nice setup for adventure seeing

A Beast from Down Under nice. Well done mate, indeed you got an unstoppable machine that will take you and your family to places. Living the dream.

That thing gave me the chills. Love it!

Absolutely I think you should! I love vintage vehicles!

To be honest, I don't think what people say here will matter. You bought this because you wanted it and wanted to build it to drive it. You didn't ask people if you should buy it or not. So, no matter what people say, you will still go ahead and build it because that is why you bought it in the first place. So, carry on with the plan. I can guarantee you that I will be watching the build.

OMG - I absolutely LOVE it!!! Build it and wheel it!!!

Land Cruisers are just the best. My favorite is an 80 series.

Love it!!! Hope there's a couple more out there for the rest of us...

I’ve been hoping to see more of this rig - so cool! Love to see a trip in it and more wheeling footage. 👍

Wow ! Awesomeness at work !!!

Very nice rig! And that engine sound. I used to own a FJ40 that had a Buick motor in it.

Awesome build very cool. And very functioning vehicle.

Very nice project looking forward to more updates

Wow That is outstanding. I love it. Great job.

Go BeasT !!! i wish the best luck 4 all hard trails !! and the best experience with nature

That is what you call a BA Troopy! BUILD IT OUT!

Heck yeah build it build it please love to see old cars get New Life

That's like finding a needle in 2 hay stacks. I looked for one of these for damn near a yr a few yrs back and couldn't find one in good shape. Looks like you got yourself a winner.

Beautiful rig!

Sick! I love it! Post up build videos as you go along.

That thing is awesome!!!

Quite literally my dream car since I was a little kid. Yeah, a left hand drive would be nice, but I'll never say no to a right hand drive. I've been looking for a HJ45, left drive, diesel for YEARS. Never have I found one affordable. :-( (On a good note, I was able to check off one bucket list item, a 1968 Kaiser/Jeep Gladiator.)

Absolutely love it.

All I can see between laughs is that you have "a way with words". Well done sir. =)

Great job one of a kind

Sweet Ride!

It's still got that Aussie rego sticker, remember getting those in the mail. Nice little touch

That is bad ass. Love the Beast. 👍

Is beautiful . can't wait to see more on this beast

Thanks for sharing your video!

I love the body style on that beast

I’d have kept the diesel! Great motor!

Love the NSW number plate guys ( big love from Sydney, NSW, AUSTRALIA)

I noticed you've kept the New South Wales plates on the old girl, there were good old truck the old Cruiser. I use own a bj40 short wheel base with a 6 cylinder 4 litre diesel wish I still had her👍🤙

Detailed Videos on your future upgrades please. What a purchase, you did that right!

Nice one fella... Ya now driving on the right side of the truck:D Even got the NSW plates. Good to see an Aussie troopy getting the respect!!! Well done

Beast 😍 LC45 best ever

Dream build

That’s sick!!! Still has the Australian number plates

Looking forward to see more on this.👍👍🍁

Oh my lord, the beast is a beauty. Loved this episode.

awesome beast. Looking forward to the fit out. With 350 horses you might want to get yourself a spare gearbox. i got a HJ47 ute with 12ht.

Awesome build mate. Nice work.

Sweet!!!! I'm diggin it!!!

Gorgeous

So jealous. That thing is perfect

Omg that's freaking awesome!

What a cool rig. Been looking to buy an FJ40 and to me the Beast is like striking gold. Looking forward to seeing what mods/additions you do to it.

Oh man I love it !

Not from the Down Under but I shall admit you have a great ride. I've seen videos from Down Yonder with lesser quality builds and you got a top-notch job my friend

So sick!

love the ride....

Haha love the old yellow NSW plates.. that's where I'm from 🤘

I dig it .... great combo ....

5:52 ol boy has some pep in its step lol

Nice score!

can't wait!

Well Crikey mate.... That troopy's a fair dinkum ripper. 😉 Can't wait to see what you guys have planned for The Beast. Cheers big ears 👍🏻🇦🇺

Very nice. 🤠👍

Awesome bro

Would be very cool to outfit for the long haul...... but.... like a few others have said, there is a very real reason the 4Runners & such are so popular.. I picked up a huge Unimog a couple of years ago. While it is an absolute Tank in the traction arena with 41" tires and driveline built for railroad heavy strength, it is very frequently too large for many forest roads & similar. It is loud, ruggedly uncomfortable and gets heavily scratched op and breaks many branches. That said, I Friggin LOVE it. Mywife, a bit less.....

Omg!!! Its my dream vehicle!!!

Had the chance to get an fj40 for my first car a litre while ago it was a shell and my dad and I where going to fix it up.... but by the time I had decided get it it had sold... it’s now my dream car.... wish I had gotten that thing now

Awesome!

Nice video, Nice car, congratulations from Colombia

A poor mans ICON! Watch out Jonathan Ward will be trying to buy it from ya.

Hell yeah build it...sweet!!!!

Okay, so just to be clear, I'm not a Toyota guy (Jeeper thru and thru), but the Beast is awesome. Absolutely you should build it into an Overlander so you and the ladies can hit the trails. If you can leave the trailer at home, your fuel mileage (it may vary...) shouldn't be any worse than the big SUV. Looking forward to your continued adventures and build videos. Safe Travels and God Bless!

what a beauty, I love it...

A comment from down-under, you have an awesome beast, so get to and start building it out.

very nice.

Congratulations to you.

Nice truck.

After you put the magic touch on it, that dinosaur will eat up the trial - in style. Can't wait to see it.

Love the NSW plates on the ole girl! 🇦🇺💪

That troopy is awesome even in Australia a fj40 in that condition is rare. The only thing I would've done would be put a turbo diesel in it

I only subscribed for the Alaska and Canada part as I one day wants to explore the area myself. Thought that it was just another travel series/channel and that I would unsubscribe when the Alaska - Canada series were over. But now that you have introduced the 40 series, I might just stay a tad longer :) A few thoughts on the cruiser. 1. The transmission and transfer shouldn't whine like that unless some gears have been changed to straight cut gears. The seal between the gearbox and transfer often starts to leak after it gets really old. Then your oil can migrate to the transfer or get pumped up in the H55F. Either way, one will get empty and run dry, so be on a lookout for this. I have experienced both scenarios. 2. Why gasoline? You now have quadrupled your fuel expenditure. The original H engine is a reliable engine, just add an oil cooler as it doesn't have one. 3. I could probably help you get a cheap 2H engine from Scandinavia, you already got the sought after H55F, so you are set. Both the H and 2H are a real slug, but they do really wake up with a turbo. I have had an HJ60 with the 2H and now have an HJ61 with the 12H-T and they do really move and use little fuel. I get about 25mpg on long hauls driving between 80 and 110 kph. Ohh, and the sweet, sweet engine purr. And the turbo whistle. 4. It should be capable offroad with the low 1st gear and low range, at least that is no problem with big tires and the 2H/12H-T engine. Do you have original locking differentials? 5. Do an undercoat and keep doing them!

Sweeeet That roaring rumble!!

Wow!!! way cool

Very nice 👍🏼

Awesome. !!!!