Great video Sir. I bought my 2006 Fortuner V6 Petrol brand new when I was 19. 16 years later she is running like a charm. I fabricated a long range 80L tank, gravity fed, fabricated spare wheel carrier than holds two jerry cans of fresh water on both sides (80L fresh water), and on the spare wheel rim, is a holder for the gas cylinders. I also have a national luna install similar to yours. I decided to keep my OEM front bar, din't bother to change it since I don't find myself doing alot of narrow tracks, plus I don't want the extra weight. My suspension are King springs with Profender shock absorbers. I just recently installed an aluminium awning. I also removed the four catalytic converters to get extra power and decrease fuel consumption. I replaced the two catalytic converters with boosters to keep the Fortuner a bit quiet, but when it's time for low range she's loud! It's great to see a V6 1GR FE out there. Nice review!
Hey I just bought a used Fortuner 4×4 Diesel, I'm considering to mod it like you've done. Thanks for this great video. How much was the total cost of all this customisation??
Hi Mike, thanks for your video. What does normally go wrong with fortuners? Is there any part that needs special attention? I'm looking to buy a fortuner same year as yours.Thanks.
Hi Cristotelos, thanks for your message. I’ve had the car for 6 years and not had any problems at all. As you’ve seen the suspension has been upgraded. I’m sure I would have needed to do that during that period. If I needed to buy again I wouldn’t hesitate to buy again! I love it! The engine is excellent and the auto gearbox is great for off-roading. 😀
Hi Mike, you have confirmed what I thought, from the modern SUVs it seems the fortuner is one of the very few that are still built tough. The question that still have is about the power unit. Here in Ecuador we only get fortuners with petrol engines the 2.7 l and the 4.0 l. I have driven the 4 cilinder 2.7 l and it feels it is underpowered. I have noticed you have the 4.0l version. How is the fuel consumption of that engine? Do you know roughly how many km/gallon (or equivalent) does the fortuner v6 4l gives on highway and city? I appreciate your help!
Great video Sir. I bought my 2006 Fortuner V6 Petrol brand new when I was 19. 16 years later she is running like a charm. I fabricated a long range 80L tank, gravity fed, fabricated spare wheel carrier than holds two jerry cans of fresh water on both sides (80L fresh water), and on the spare wheel rim, is a holder for the gas cylinders.
I also have a national luna install similar to yours. I decided to keep my OEM front bar, din't bother to change it since I don't find myself doing alot of narrow tracks, plus I don't want the extra weight. My suspension are King springs with Profender shock absorbers. I just recently installed an aluminium awning.
I also removed the four catalytic converters to get extra power and decrease fuel consumption. I replaced the two catalytic converters with boosters to keep the Fortuner a bit quiet, but when it's time for low range she's loud!
It's great to see a V6 1GR FE out there. Nice review!
Great build man. Congrats from Brazil
Many thanks for your lovely comment
I love it i just bought 2006 4.0 4x4 petrol fortuner
Thank you, you are won’t be disappointed 😊
Thanks from the tips! I have a Hilux SW4, as they call the Fortuner here (in Brazil). I planning to make it an overlander.
Great video, interesting to see all the accessories available for this vehicle.
Thanks 👍
Hey I just bought a used Fortuner 4×4 Diesel, I'm considering to mod it like you've done. Thanks for this great video. How much was the total cost of all this customisation??
Hi does the rear door open all the way with the bat awning?
Where did you buy your awning
Awesome stuff. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice car..
Fortuner It's always been nice car
But petrol version is a THIRSTY one😔
Hi, couldn't find the snorkel in ironman site,,
Fantastic and insightful info. Thanks loads for sharing!! With the awning opened, are you still able to open the back door?
Thank you, yes but its tight
Hi Mike, thanks for your video. What does normally go wrong with fortuners? Is there any part that needs special attention? I'm looking to buy a fortuner same year as yours.Thanks.
Hi Cristotelos, thanks for your message. I’ve had the car for 6 years and not had any problems at all. As you’ve seen the suspension has been upgraded. I’m sure I would have needed to do that during that period. If I needed to buy again I wouldn’t hesitate to buy again! I love it! The engine is excellent and the auto gearbox is great for off-roading. 😀
Hi Mike, you have confirmed what I thought, from the modern SUVs it seems the fortuner is one of the very few that are still built tough. The question that still have is about the power unit. Here in Ecuador we only get fortuners with petrol engines the 2.7 l and the 4.0 l. I have driven the 4 cilinder 2.7 l and it feels it is underpowered. I have noticed you have the 4.0l version. How is the fuel consumption of that engine? Do you know roughly how many km/gallon (or equivalent) does the fortuner v6 4l gives on highway and city?
I appreciate your help!
Great video buddy, right now i own a Mitsubishi Pajero, but i want to change it for a Fortuner, do you recommend that i do this? Regards from Colombia
Yes, definitely
Hey Mike, would you recommend the suspension upgrade for light touring on corrugations? Does it improve the ride over them?
Yes it does very much so. A lot smoother
Great setup. I am looking to buy the diesel version of the 2010 fortuner and plan to make minor mods. What tire size are you running?
You may try the 2014 model as well. It's the same gen Fortuner but with minimal utility upgrades
They are 265/65R17 112S Cheers fro the comment