6 mistakes every new 80 series owner makes 

About twelve years ago, I bought a triple locked 94 in perfect condition with 160k as a family hauler for $5,000; main reason I got it was because it had third row seating. We had owned it for about five years when I realized how great of a vehicle this was. Still haven't done any major mods on it but we'll probably never get rid of it. Love this thing so much.

I’m picking up my ‘91 FJ 80 tomorrow. And to hear you say “Dude, you made it!” Dude! We Made It. Mine is a fixer upper, no interior but no rust and straight frame. So I’ll be building from the ground up on a budget as well. #BudgetBallers

THANKS "Maintenance before mods" really says it!

great vid. I'm not in America, but my exp w LC in both Africa and Indonesia for off road cueing, is better w narrow tires always, I never try to bogg into mud for fun. But after 30 years exp, getting through thick wetsand, rainmud, and dunesand, narrow is a must. I think personally fat tires are more for climbing and looks. Lots of love for the great info and the LC peeps

I was definitely guilty of modding before baselining my 80. Left me stranded in the desert with an 80 and no coolant. I replaced every cooling system component myself and now runs like a champ.

dude i dont even own a landcruiser but i did like the way you explained everything. cheers

I was able to finally successfully purchase my dream 80 series land cruiser in Austin, TX (I'm from Houston). It is a white 1997 collectors edition with over 16k in recent maintenance and clean carfax. Has a 2 inch doninsons lift and I just can't stop driving it! God is great! Going to be watching each video you post. Thanks for all you do!

I just bought a ‘93 landcruiser VX limited from japan with 115kmiles. Cant wait

Ive owned my fzj80 center locked for about 6 years now and I can confirm this list is solid. The most important thing on this list is baselining, specifically replacing every hose. I've replaced so many parts on my cruiser. If you pick one up, you'll need to be ready to do a lot of deferred maintenance and preemptive maintenance.

"Dude....you made it!" Best line ever. I got a 92 in January. Drove it home but its been parked until I can get all of those maintenance things completed. But totally get ya. I looked at suspension and bumpers first thing haha. Keep up the quality videos. I will be watching 👀

Had my HZJ 80 for 20+ years still love it and I will probably rust out before it does, oh and I live in the Western Australia outback. Your advice to "new" owners is perfect. Mate (Aussie for dude !!!) you got the message perfect. Oh! what a feeling

Lot of people in-the-know, recommends 33" tires to be the pinnicle sweetspot for FJ80 (It's true for 100 series as well) You get plenty of ground clearance, drives well, don't have to ninjablade the body everywhere, don't have to compromise the drivetrain reliability, and MPG doesn't take a nosedive.

I’ve recently acquired my dads 1997 Land Cruiser 40th Anniversary and it needs some work cosmetically. Internally, i know the truck is excellent because i know he takes good care of his vehicles. So excited to work on it! 🤙🏼

I just discovered this channel and had to subscribe. I will enjoy going through your videos and learning how to better look after my own 80 series. Thank you for making this channel. It is perfect for a bloke like me.

Found your channel today. Good content although of course petrol engined. I have two 80's as daily drives here in the bush. 1HZ & 1HD-T. So damn strong, just amazing. They both live off-road and do 90% dirt roads because of where I live and work. Biggest issue is tracking down the body squeaks and groans. Now that is a full time job.😂

Took ownership of my LC 1995 80 yesterday. 3 lockers, mechanically sound. Recently serviced. Zero rust. Plan to reupholster seats and repaint in original color. That’s it.

Thank you for this video…I have had my 91 LC for about 3 years now….every time I walk up to it, I am grateful. Been quite a learning curve for me though….i.e. replacing the waterpump ….lol 😂 thought it would be no different then changing one out of an older ford or chevy pick up…..yikes! I got her done….but damn it was a little frustrating at time…lol 😊. Glad I came across your channel….looking forward to learning more stuff about my Cruzr….have a great week from Montana

Great video. I own 105 series 1hz and do the maintenance work myself with some help. Got the landcruiser 14 years ago. 356000 kms. QLD Australia

G'day from Australia. Cool vid, just subscribed 👍 Love my Landcruisers, they are quintessentially Australian. My parents had a petrol 80 back in the 90's, then my mum had a 2002 100 series with the mighty turbo diesel 1HD-FTE (beautiful car) and my dad currently has a 2018 200 series with the V8 twin turbo diesel (beast). I just bought my first cruiser, 1996 80 series 1FZ-FE and currently doing repairs and maintenance before I think about any mods. Love it already though!

Thank you for letting us know bro have happy Christmas

Just bought an HZJ80 learning lots from your channel cheers mate

Great video inspired me to keep learning how to fix my 92 land cruiser!

I owned a LC80 VX 1997 diesel with triple lockers and I installed 38” tires on it with 6” lift and I didn’t have any problems with it,it was a very good and reliable car and many do run 44” tires on them here in Iceland,that’s nessisary when you are driving up onto the glaciers and to and from when most of the regular roads are covered with snow.

Came back eating lol I always appreciate videos that aren’t over polished. Genuine “average Joe” just sharing what he knows. Good stuff.

I like what you said about anybody can do their maintenance, if they just invest some time. I’ve saved thousands of dollars by just doing work by myself or with the help of a friend on my 3rd gen 4runner

Great video. About to become an 80 series owner and I will heed your advise to a tee. Thank you.

I spent a ton on parts.. both Upgrades and maintenance. Performed my own labor.

This very basic info, BUT. I truly needed to hear this. Thank you!

This pretty much is universal for every vintage car owner...

“Smiles per gallon” 😄 I love it!

started to save money to buy land cruiser, and this channel is👍👍👍👍👍

Maintenance is key to keeping your Land Cruiser and should be the 1st thing you learn

New Subscriber! Just bought my first FJ80 (1991) just like yours. enjoyed your video. Thanks! coming un coming.

Bro, awesome channel, you won my sub first video. Then realized how many Godly vids ya had! Keep it up!💪🏻

Im looking at an imported 92’ Prado. I’m too dumb to work on newer vehicles but was able to do a lot on older vehicles. Everything is so accessible and simple.

"look away when pumping gas" -- exactly

From my experience on my ‘97 lx450: if triple locked and they won’t engage in a parking lot after turning and messing around etc, get all four tires off the ground (blocks), then engage lockers. should work. also check all fluids in engine, transmission, coolant etc. make sure there has been a headgasket done recently, or you have one on hand and ready for when you may need to replace it. hopefully before it’s too late. (personally had to buy a whole new short block from Toyota, hoses, practically a new car). i’ve replaced all my track bars and control arm bushings. sway bars may need some attention too, mine weren’t that bad. BIRFIELDS. they will need work. if you want to get them done, do it right. don’t half ass it. it’s long and may be frustrating but it is worth it to replace all gaskets, new red moly grease, new bearings etc. suspension, if you plan on 2 inches or more, also plan on “Drop Blocks.” SLEE Off-road sells them, that’s what I have on my Lexus. i’m running with a 2 inch lift. interior may also be an issue, just buy some cheap seat covers if you plan of repairs in the near future, if not then buy some quality covers. speakers too, chances are that they might be a little blown. RUST. it will be somewhere (sadly). don’t worry, make sure it isn’t structural. it’s preventable if you care enough to dump the time and money into it. if there are any other questions, i recommend the website ih8mud.com. there are millions of LandCruiser enthusiasts on there, don’t be afraid to post some simple questions or concerns. EDIT: forgot to mention to go to forums on the website ih8mud.com to find and answer any questions or concerns. there’s forums for 40 series, 60’s, 80’s (aka lx450’s), 100’s, 200’s. i promise that the people on there are the friendliest on the internet, they also tend to be smart asses. and yes, LandCruisers are an addiction, they also cost a lot more than drugs haha. if you have questions, i have an instagram so feel free to message me. (justus.juice) Have Fun!

Thanks for the advice God bless you

Really appreciate your videos!

Thank you for the information

Thanks for the tips man,

Agree, with baseline and preventative maintenance.

Very helpful. Only 2 mods. Bypassed the pesky heater hose and added driving lights - that';s it in 20 years.

I am planning it to buy here in India... Your videos are very informative.. Keep up the good work mate..

Answer have two 80 series, original since new, and dented pre-rolled on to which lift kit big tyres etc... Added. Won to bash about and not have to worry about. Most important add ( both vehicles ) the second battery and fridge. Essential if you are nowhere for several days. Cheers

Thanks for this mate

Love your content. Finally a channel that shows me how to do something and not just how cool your truck is. Can you do a video on the proper way to grease the slip yokes and gear splines on the drive shafts. The service manual says to pump grease until it comes through the seal. A ton of other online resources say grease until the drive shaft barely moves and warms us to not over grease this spot because too much grease can damage some components in the transfer case. Let us know your thoughts and help us keep everything maintained.

I have a FZJ80R Sahara triple locked it is awesome on the tracks I had a Toyota surf before it, chalk and cheese for capability heavy on fuel but it is what it is around 3 tone truck. have about 380000 k on the clock have rebuilt the motor runs great.

Good work brother 😊 I'm thinking of buying one

Congratulations ecellent video. Thank you!!!

I drove mine as is for the first 2 years while I saved money for everything that I had planned for it. Had transfer case, water pump, oil pump, gaskets, hoses, front/rear diff, heating/cooling, plugs, wires, distributor cap/coil and electrical all done for $3800 at TORFAB Land Cruisers. Wheels/tires, roof rack and ARB front bumper all sitting in the garage waiting to be installed after my paint job! Hoping to have it ready by July! Last thing on my list is upholstery and touch screen.

I have a FJ62 and love it!!!

I have my beautiful 70 series vx 3.0 Td, i don't have any lockers and it is awesome. Of course i have in mind installing a rear locker in the future, but i kinda like the thrill of knowing you only have H4 and L4, and every obstacle is a challenge.

Excellent advice!

I have a FZJ80 with part time 4x4, so it automatically has a centre lock. I added a lunchbox locker to the front because I have nearly got stuck a few times by getting cross axled. It does everything I could ask of it. I don't really like a rear locker because it can get you into real trouble & you end up on your roof. Learnt that driving a Unimog in my military days. It pivots around the back wheel that has traction & turns you sideways when you are climbing something steep.

Great Video! I love Land Cruisers. I have an aol 80 series I drive a lot and in my garage I have a 21 HE w/ third row option, but I never drive it much, I think I have just over 10k on it and I bought it on October of 2020.

我也是个80车主，正在建设自己的车库工作室，你的视频很适合我，而且你的口音很好听，不翻译我也能听的懂，我的80正在修理厂维修，但是他们只会做一些更换和简单的工作，以后我要和你一样自己动手修车，这也是我们的乐趣，谢谢

Wishlists and bookmarks 😄 Yes!

Thanks bro... Support here sir, just got my land cruiser 80serues, now starting addressing basic issues... I will make video soon...

Bought mine yesterday, 👍🏻 1 one is so true.

I can’t recommend the Ron Davis radiator enough. It’s expensive but made a big difference along with the Wits End modified fan clutch. Great video btw!

I'm really liking your 80 Series videos! This is still a vehicle that I would love to have; however, they can be really expensive! Depending on your approach and application. I'm also currently restoring and modifying my 99 3rd gen 4Runner 4x4 w/5 speed manual. This is also my daily driver, but I've always thought that maybe someday an 80 Series would come my way. Who really knows in the future... Thank you for this, so I also subscribed! Toyota Love! 👍❤

Lockers before lightbars. I just bought a 93 4 Runner with a nice lift and 35'z and a 96 Geo Tracker 2 door 4x4. But I want a 3 locked 80 series too.

thanks for this! need to do the maintenance for mine and this topped it off haha

The center diff lock exists on the fj80 it just only locks when you shift into Low Range. It just doesn't have the center diff lock button for high range, which I have, but I never really need. If I really am doing some serious stuff I'm going to shift into Low range anyways.

Best Content ever,thanks Man

My plan is to get one of these one day, and make it my part-time daily driver, and take it on a few long road trips. Some occasional off-roading as well. Hope I get the chance. Liked and subscribed.👍Keep the content coming, please.

Excellent points!!

My 1992 80 with 1hz diesel has done over 700 k km's on the original motor. Biggest problem is body rust. It has no lockers but does have a 5 speed manual box.

Awesome video mate!

Rather than harbor freight tools, l recommend craftsman or better. Christmas discounts on tool sets are real. I got a small set for under the driver's seat.

Thats a lot of good information. I agree with all you said.

Great video!

Wish list are a must! But yeah maintenance is first. I haven't driven mine in over a year. So Im doing maintenance. Then sliders from Coastal offroad! Oh yeah, a torque wrench is a must

One positive about putting bigger tires is that your RPM's will go down and you will get better MPG in the freeway! The engine has enough horse power with the factory 4.10 gears and will be fine. No one cares that the speedometer/odometer will be off a little. That's what the speed app on your phone is for. 😉

Good list! Keep it up 👍🏻

I've done 450,000 kms and still running beautifully. IFZ duel fuel, mostly on LPG. :)

Thank you very much, you are in right for evrythink you said and i also yhink that the first five mistake is the same for evry new 4x4 owner! Now i m a jimny onwer but the 80 series and in particular the hdj80 is one of my dream! unluky in Italy there's no much 80 series and evry modify you make to your veicle, maybe you a winch, made you an outlaw man! that's a real problem! good luck for evrythink, this is a great video! 😍

Very nice video,I got my 80 series for 20 years and neglected on maintenance (besides oil changes and brakes) just did a tune up and going to change all the hoses, what other items are considered base lining?… Also where to get parts any good website? I need to re-do all the exaust and dont seem to find the right parts

I was doing some maintenance on my '08 2.7 Tacoma and realized it had the original long life spark plugs at 165 K miles! Worn but working. I upgraded my '94 Land Cruiser with the iridium plugs, new wires, cap and rotor ( wish I could find cap with brass inserts). I bought a aftermarket thermostat and compared to the factory unit it's crap ( got Toyota version).

Brother... love from Pakistan 🇵🇰 I own a 80 series I'm proud to be a owner of legendary series . Toyota land cruiser 80 series . Brother your content is very very awesome 👌 keep it up

Can you do a video on what to look for? When buying one?

That's the reason landcruiser is best without upgrades.

Awesome vids bro keep it up love the 80 about to turbo my diesel 1HZ HJ80 had the car for a few years maybe slow on road but amazing off-road and I only have the centre diff lock wish mine had the rear and front lockers but you can go pretty far without them but cool to have kinda sucks you guys didn’t get the manuals or diesels available

Great content man. 80 series rule. 💪😃🤙

Thanks again for sharing your videos . It’s interesting , helpful , reminding all of us , be happy what we got TLC are World known reliability off road suv except in the states because Big Three Paid$ out to White Color workers at Casa Blanca …

Our 97 40th anniversary 3x locked has never and I mean NEVER left us stranded, 240k miles and still running brand new. I agree that you shouldn’t think badly about yourself if you don’t have the 3x locked version. To be honest for most people the standard center locker is perfect and I haven’t been in any situations when I have needed the front and rear to be locked. Unless you plan on wheeling then yes the 3x locked version is the way to go.

Well, I took the bait hook, line and sinker. 😀 Nice video. That thumbnail is textbook, too.

Purchased another Landcruiser FZJ80 ( for $6,500 Australian Dollars) with immaculate interior 24 valve petrol (gas) motor goes like a rocket. Also has a factory LPG (gas????) conversion. Swapped most of the stuff over seats, carpet, internal trim and just about to do the headliner. My HZJ80 has gone from a 1997 4WD to a 2020 Cruiser! These are probably the best Toyota 4WD ever made. Didn't have the $136,000 US to buy the 80 series with 2,000 miles on the clock at a recent US auction and cant afford the $175,000 AUD for a 300 Series. Arctic a Russian company is upgrading the new 300 series which looks awesome but I guess we are not allowed to buy stuff from there and I do not have $250,000 US in my back pocket. Don't like the hot turbos in the V6 valley as I think they will fry themselves, however the rest of the 300 series is classic LANDCRUISER.

what brand tires are these you running? great video btw

I love my 80 series, I have a 93 4.5L petrol Sahara triple locked, I live in Australia legally we can only have a 2inch on standard tires and 2inch lift without engineering, don't forget to mention when you do your lift you need a 2inch castor correction

I currently have one n thinking of adding few makeups but hearing from you...can l upgrade the springs & shockings..

I'm not sure what you're talking about, but my TJ Rubixon handles 37" tires fine. I regeared to 4.88's...

Two mistakes Australian buyers make (1). Towing with a non turbo 80 series. The manual gearbox behind the 1HZ is incredibly weak. (2) putting big tyres (33 or above) on an 80. With that Hilux sized front diff, you'll blow CV's constantly.

Nice bro👏👏👏

I just bought a 96 with 114k 80s series for 300 bucks today and honestly could cry myself to sleep for the rest of my life and I’d be okay with it

First thing I did was take my landcruiser to Toyota and had them install brand new suspension as the wheel fell off 3 days after I bought it and didn’t trust the guy I bought it from to fix it drives perfect now just need to detail it and respray it and good to go

Great video Subbed

Best Offroad machine bar none

My Landcruiser have cool box, ice box , 2x locked part time, 2 tyres auxiliary, 2 tanks of diesel, 3x a/c , electrics seats hots , axle full floating, model 94 every its standart of fabricate