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@Dave2000 thanks Dave, I do think the diameter of the wheel can change tbh, higher pressure will stretch the rubber giving it (although very small) a larger diameter. Just now sure how much a 0.01 difference can make in reality? I know on solid ground there should be more concern than oppose to...

@Beastrider yes I’m certain. I believe back in the day Toyota in America the 4.11 was the preferred option (37 teeth ring and 9 teeth pinion: 37/9 = 4.11) it then got redesigned to the 4.10 (41 teeth ring and 10 teeth pinion 41/10 = 4.10). I’ve read on many forums that the 0.01 will make no...

Hi all, In my haste I’ve bought a 4.11 ‘US Standard’ ring gear and pinion. I was after a ‘Nitro’ 4.10 setup but the suppliers were all out of stock untill at least July 2022, so I just had to buy the closest ratio I could get. Is there any reason why this won’t work ? I’ve read somewhere...

Thanks @madmanmart, much appreciated

@kamaal hussain NO WAY ! Sorry I’ve been absent from this forum for quite some time now. I’ve always wondered who the initial owner was that imported the car from Japan, I assume that was you? Would be great to speak to you. I’ve been working hard to keep it in good nick.

Thanks @Chris and everyone els !

Well there you have it folks. I bagged myself a Japanese imported TLC80 4.2TD 24v Snow Version, 200kms on the clock with a 2 inch lift. Overall 8.5/10 condition. I’ve had it for a couple of weeks now, just had to get use to it. It also had to sink in that I now own a ‘80 Series’. Unreal. I’m...

@AndycruiserguyLomas I am going to see it this coming weekend now, most likely to buy it. @Grimbo your guess is as good as mines.

I managed to get a picture of the engine, pretty sure the trained eye will notice that there is a belt missing ????

Hi @AndycruiserguyLomas, that’s a very nice ‘VX Limited’ you have there. Here is a photo if that helps. It might be a 12v now, will have to confirm tomorrow or Sunday when I go to see it.

Me again folks, reporting back on what the cruise-ship-shopping has been like. So I seen that Japanese HZ1 80 in Scotland but….I decided against it, something was off about the seller and I just had a strange feeling about it, the asking price was £17k (roof tent inc and custom drawers) very...

Hello folks, been busy with my day job. @GeekOKent thanks for that link btw, will have a look at it now. @Jake the Peg im in Edinburgh, will be good to catch up once I finally have one.

@GeekOKent my apologies but I’m not sure how to access that “what to look for” as mentioned. I’m brand new the forums, threads, etc. Can you point me in the right direction? I did try the search function and had a look at the 80’s section but seen there was over 3k threads lol.

Just letting everyone know the update. So I had a test-drive and general look over the car today and although the 1HZ engine is noticeable slow, I don’t mind it as much, and I’m sure as @GeekOKent said, I will get use to it after a couple of days. The bodywork and everything is spot on, I...

Hi @Jake the Peg, as soon as I get mine then it would be good to catch up. Do you guys run any meets or anything like that, with member is this forum? Ta.

@GeekOKent thank you for such a great and informative response, I really appreciate it. I am going for a drive tomorrow at 10am, no doubt will come back with the verdict here. In my heart I know that I will always miss that classic 90’s “Turbo” decal on the side but I will just have to deal...

Thanks for the heads up, much appreciated.

Hello folks, Thanks for the informative and quick response. I might start with what I want and then start with what I’ve seen. What I want: I wouldn’t mind a diesel, obv the 12v is more in my budget than the 24v. I’m not sure about petrol, the consumption and the new E10 situation. I...

Hi Everyone, My name is mark, stay in Scotland and I’ve recently started taking an interest in the 80 series land cruiser. I joined in the hope that I can get some general advice on my quest to purchasing a decent 80 series. Ta.