platinum
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Hello everyone,
My name is Jonathan and I thought I'd pop in here and see if I could learn a bit more about the different Land Cruiser models out there before I buy one.
I currently drive a 96 Tacoma (22RE 4x4) that has treated me very well and had the mad notion to put it up for trade a while back. Many offers came in, but the one that stood out, before I changed my mind, was a 1991 Land Cruiser. I did a little reading and realized this might be the vehicle I've really been after all of these years. For now, that particular Land Cruiser disappeared as an option, but I keep seeing them on the road, since then, and an idea is starting to form.
I would like to narrow down what the most ideal version is and try to find one to build up. Right now, I'm thinking along the lines of an early to mid-nineties model. In the US, from what I've seen, they basically all come with inline-6 motors that are known for their dependability, thanks to gear-based timing, etc--but not-so-great fuel efficiency.
I would like to find a relatively clean one and drive it for a bit, then put a diesel in it. I've heard of a few options here. One is a Toyota diesel, which I imagine would be the easiest route, but I've also seen examples where people have opted for a Cummins turbo diesel--somethings coupled with an Allison 6-spd. I'm not sure if I'd like to keep it looking stock or make it to more of a survival vehicle. I'm leaning towards the latter option.
You may have gathered this already, but I'm shooting for the best of everything here. Utility, economy, and performance. Something like this actually seems possible with the right combination--and, of course, a decent investment.
Anyway, a little about me, so I seem a bit less like some random internet stranger. As I touched on in my bio, I specialize in laser shows for a living, sometimes working side jobs when things are slow or I'm regrouping from a busy season. I got into lasers while I was working with video projection, around 10 years ago.
I've lived in Oregon, near Portland, for most of my life, although I've lived a few other places including Atlanta, LA and Seattle. I know my way around automobiles, but have, so far, avoided major projects.
From my profile pic, you can guess I'm also interested in scuba diving. I picked that photo as it seems fitting to represent my diving into this new area of interest. I've only been a few times, but I'm sure I'll end up underwater in the near future.
Cheers!
Jonathan
aka: platinum (an old BBS name that eventually became my go-to forum/IRC name, by default)
My name is Jonathan and I thought I'd pop in here and see if I could learn a bit more about the different Land Cruiser models out there before I buy one.
I currently drive a 96 Tacoma (22RE 4x4) that has treated me very well and had the mad notion to put it up for trade a while back. Many offers came in, but the one that stood out, before I changed my mind, was a 1991 Land Cruiser. I did a little reading and realized this might be the vehicle I've really been after all of these years. For now, that particular Land Cruiser disappeared as an option, but I keep seeing them on the road, since then, and an idea is starting to form.
I would like to narrow down what the most ideal version is and try to find one to build up. Right now, I'm thinking along the lines of an early to mid-nineties model. In the US, from what I've seen, they basically all come with inline-6 motors that are known for their dependability, thanks to gear-based timing, etc--but not-so-great fuel efficiency.
I would like to find a relatively clean one and drive it for a bit, then put a diesel in it. I've heard of a few options here. One is a Toyota diesel, which I imagine would be the easiest route, but I've also seen examples where people have opted for a Cummins turbo diesel--somethings coupled with an Allison 6-spd. I'm not sure if I'd like to keep it looking stock or make it to more of a survival vehicle. I'm leaning towards the latter option.
You may have gathered this already, but I'm shooting for the best of everything here. Utility, economy, and performance. Something like this actually seems possible with the right combination--and, of course, a decent investment.
Anyway, a little about me, so I seem a bit less like some random internet stranger. As I touched on in my bio, I specialize in laser shows for a living, sometimes working side jobs when things are slow or I'm regrouping from a busy season. I got into lasers while I was working with video projection, around 10 years ago.
I've lived in Oregon, near Portland, for most of my life, although I've lived a few other places including Atlanta, LA and Seattle. I know my way around automobiles, but have, so far, avoided major projects.
From my profile pic, you can guess I'm also interested in scuba diving. I picked that photo as it seems fitting to represent my diving into this new area of interest. I've only been a few times, but I'm sure I'll end up underwater in the near future.
Cheers!
Jonathan
aka: platinum (an old BBS name that eventually became my go-to forum/IRC name, by default)