200 series parts

[Jon Mac]

I am into expensive territory with my 4.5 VDJ200 and would welcome any advice, specifically around parts. Engine warning light and limp mode on last month so I had a diagnosis at Toyota that indicated near side turbo, so left the vehicle at my local independent to assess further whilst I'm out of country for a few weeks.
Just spoke with them and they've removed the engine and established near side actuator seized due to siezed turbo, and off side turbo full of oil. They've also said water pump faulty, and advised to consider putting a new starter motor on now whilst the engine is out.
I need to make a decision on where to buy the parts to make some effort to keep the astronomical costs down where possible. Options include UK, UAE, Australia, or Kenya (where I am for next couple of days). I need the vehicle roadworthy asap really.
Any advice welcome!

 

[Brett]

Partsouq is who I use

 

[Jon Mac]

Hi Brett,
Thanks, will price the parts up with them tomorrow.
John

 

[Brett]

Hi Brett,
Thanks, will price the parts up with them tomorrow.
John

John, have you considered getting the turbos reconditioned? That might be a possibility and more cost effective?

 

[Jon Mac]

Hi Brett. I did consider but have decided since there is so much labour going into the work I'll put new OEM parts on. John

 

[Tractionman]

Amayama good too. I have used both, and a couple of days ago ordered from them.
This time the parts and the shipping were cheaper than Partsouk.
Check out 4x4 parts too, Last year I had some oem parts from Micky at their French depot that were unobtainable/more expensive elsewhere.

 

[CRUISER KING]

VERY INTERESTING AS I HAVE THE SAME TURBO ACTUATOR ISSUE WITH ONE OF MY 200s THAT SOME KIND DODGY TRADER FROM WALES STUCK INTO ME WITHOUT TELLING ME ABOUT THE ISSUE (NICE MAN) BUT NOT A PROBLEM BECAUSE KARMA WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM (IT ALWAYS DOES)
PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW YOU GET ON AND PUT ME IN TOUCH WITH ANYBODY WHO IS CAPABLE OF DOING THIS JOB AT SENSIBLE MONEY ££
KINDEST REGARDS CRUISER KING

 

[Tractionman]

KARMA IS KING !

 

[Jon Mac]

VERY INTERESTING AS I HAVE THE SAME TURBO ACTUATOR ISSUE WITH ONE OF MY 200s THAT SOME KIND DODGY TRADER FROM WALES STUCK INTO ME WITHOUT TELLING ME ABOUT THE ISSUE (NICE MAN) BUT NOT A PROBLEM BECAUSE KARMA WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM (IT ALWAYS DOES)
PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW YOU GET ON AND PUT ME IN TOUCH WITH ANYBODY WHO IS CAPABLE OF DOING THIS JOB AT SENSIBLE MONEY ££
KINDEST REGARDS CRUISER KING

Upon investigation the actuator sized due to turbo failure. I have ordered 2x OEM turbos from Turbo Diesel in Suffolk, and the garage have ordered in the gaskets etc. and a new water pump as that is leaking, from Toyota. All in I estimate the total cost is going to be in the region of £5k. Unplanned and rather unwelcome but proper maintenance will improve the vehicle condition and longevity.

 

[Jon Mac]

Further update... engine back with two new OEM turbos fitted, engine running however frustratingly the P004C fault still present. My mechanic has working through the electrics to identify if there's a problem there also. If any one knows anything about this fault or can offer any useful suggestions, your input most welcome so I can pass on to mechanic.

 

[Jon Mac]

VERY INTERESTING AS I HAVE THE SAME TURBO ACTUATOR ISSUE WITH ONE OF MY 200s THAT SOME KIND DODGY TRADER FROM WALES STUCK INTO ME WITHOUT TELLING ME ABOUT THE ISSUE (NICE MAN) BUT NOT A PROBLEM BECAUSE KARMA WILL TAKE CARE OF HIM (IT ALWAYS DOES)
PLEASE LET ME KNOW HOW YOU GET ON AND PUT ME IN TOUCH WITH ANYBODY WHO IS CAPABLE OF DOING THIS JOB AT SENSIBLE MONEY ££
KINDEST REGARDS CRUISER KING

I think but not sure that actuator can be changed from in wheel arch, but I understand from my mechanic that the engine is a tight squeeze in the chassis so its engine out to change the turbos. The work on my 200 was done at Gwydir Garage in Llanrwst, they aren't Land Cruiser experts but the owners son Emyr looks after my vehicle and know his way around it by now.

 

[Raj]

If the person working on the car is passionate, you should be fine. Please update how it’s come out

 

[Jon Mac]

Struggling to locate whereabouts of the boost control module to check and test the wiring as it’s doesn’t seem to be as per the wiring diagram, a tech at Toyota is sending over a full engine wiring diagram. Does anyone have any knowledge of what to check for this fault including not obvious potential causes? Thanks.

 

[Jon Mac]

Update, turbos fitted and engine reinstalled however one of the fault codes hasn't cleared. My mechanic has been exploring potential causes, and when he connected LH bank wiring to old RH bank turbo and actuator the fault then cleared. The original fault codes were both LH bank, one cleared but other still there when connected to new turbo and actuator. The supplier Turbo Diesel has stated the turbo and actuator would need to go back to manufacturer for testing which isn't really viable as it means engine out again. Rather frustrating. Any suggestions? Thanks.

 

[Jon Mac]

We've finally traced the problem, located the TURBO MOTOR DRIVER which is under a headlamp unit. Its completely corroded and the circuit boards are badly corroded. Ordering a replacement from Part Souq and hopefully that'll be it sorted out, with two new turbos so should be full power, as is the AC that I've had repaired too with new piping. The mechanic knows his way around a VDJ200 very well now if anyone in North Wales needs such a service in this area.

 

[Jon Mac]

Unfortunately the above wasn't the end of the saga. When it was put back together again and after showing no faults a further fault appear indicating a fault with the gearbox. The garage have checked though the wiring etc. and have sent the ECU to ECU Testing who after a week have returned it saying they can't work on that particular ECU. Any suggestions on where this can be tested/repaired? The vehicle has been off the road for three months now and with summer well here is interfering with family holidays etc.

 

[AndycruiserguyLomas]

I'd, for a long time hankered after a 200 series. When I could have pulled the trigger on one I spent the money on Chris's stuff before he passed.
It would seem possibly I dodged a bullet somewhere along the way as these very complicated trucks are beginning to show their frailties. I had the same lack of confidence in the Touareg V10 waiting for the next thing to go wrong on a very complicated platform and thats why it went.

 

[Jon Mac]

I'd, for a long time hankered after a 200 series. When I could have pulled the trigger on one I spent the money on Chris's stuff before he passed.
It would seem possibly I dodged a bullet somewhere along the way as these very complicated trucks are beginning to show their frailties. I had the same lack of confidence in the Touareg V10 waiting for the next thing to go wrong on a very complicated platform and thats why it went.

When in good fettle they are exceptional to use, and extensive use in Africa and Australia and in specialist roles is testament to the quality. However my recent experience has unfortunately been one of expensive and inconvenience, perhaps exasperated by their rarity in the UK, I expect the issue might have been merely expensive had I been in Australia with the extensive availability of knowledge and parts.

 

[Bund]

I am in the same boat as Andy here, after reading Jon's recent pains I could only stomach one with a warranty to handle such issues, and then even the latest ones would only have one more year left with Toyota if the main dealer warranty had been kept up.

 

[Jon Mac]

I agree. Had I known obviously I wouldn’t have bought it. Hindsight being the wonderful thing it is. However the vehicle was so expensive to buy to begin with I just have to get through it and live with the additional spending to get it right. According to Toyota records it hasn’t needed much until I acquired it so hopefully it’ll be good for another 150000 miles.