Differences between US and Japanese 80-Series Land Cruiser - So Many JDM Options We Never Got!
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- Today we're looking at all the JDM options on my imported 1994 80 Series Land Cruiser VX Limited:
Front brush guard with Bosch 8" driving lights
Rear swing out tire mount
Running Boards
Moulding
Folding mirror
H4 Headlights
Yellow Foglights
Headlight Washers
Clear Corner lights
Side markers
Center Console Cooler + Ice Cube Maker
Dash grab handle
JDM Compass/Altimeter
Clean Ace Air purifier
Carpet & Floor Mats
Flare
Laser Cut Key
Adjustable Sport Suspension
Auto Climate Control
Rear Air Conditioning
Manual Suede Seats
Reclining 2nd Row Seats
Reverse Beeper
Owners Manual
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Thank you for the introduction. Just took delivery of my JDM FZJ80 VX Limited. Looking to get spare keys made. Cool to see the differences.
Congrats! I had no luck trying to get a copy of the key made at the Toyota Dealership. I ended up going to a locksmith's key shop and they were able to create another key for me without any problem. The blank that they used for my new key was for a Lexus.
Imported a 96 hdj81 vx limited to Canada. It needs a lot of work but it's an awesome rig. I've already upgraded the turbo, intercooler, exhaust and took running boards off for rock sliders.
Awesome video man looking forward to more!
Nice video @6th Gear Garage, I have imported my 80 series 1HD-TE Diesel ⛽️ from Europe with 5 speed manual transmission and triple lockers and i have upgraded with intercooler and bigger turbo right now I'm getting around 250HP and and around 400 torque way much than any gas engine cruisers, I love my Turbo Diesel 80 series
I would love a turbo diesel 80 but they were beyond my budget.
Thanx for the sub! I am currently revivng a wrecked fj55 crashed in 1993!
I'd love to own one of the old iron pigs one day - I love the styling and simplicity.
In Australia here we have the VX Sahara. Has most the goodies. The Aussie vx limited.
-Fridge centre console
-rear a/c
-front and rear diff lockers
-leather auto seats
-headlight washers
-auto climate control
-12 stacker CD player
-1990 to 1992 has vx limited manual seats
Diesels- 1hdt up to 94, 95 onwards a 1hdft
Petrols - Early 1990 Sahara’s had the 3fe and from 1992 I think they started to be 1fz
Also altimeter / sub tank gauge integrated with the sunroof controls
I wish mine was diesel but the diesels are very expensive here in the US because Toyota never offered them here.
my 1990 3fe has all the goodies, but its over 32 yrs old so i have removed most of them like all the aircon, headlight washers, auto windows to manual, rear heat and air con removal, changing floors to vinyl and door cards to abs from aussie door cards, swapped the broken console fridge for a brand new waeco fridge freezer with $100 my way and there old normal centre console to replace old busted console fridge, i got it with arb lockers front n rear but had to fix seals so they worked again, the kaymar rear tyre carriers are over 30yrs old n just replaced bearings and gave them a dulux upgrade with a lick of paint n look like new, i payed less than 2k 10yrs ago for it and parts I've removed and sold off I've made triple what i payed for it and these rare parts some people want in there old rigs i have used the money selling them for upgrades on my rig like lift kit tyres dual batteries solar ect.. , i dont want all the elec gadgets i want a simple offroad car with a simple easy to work on engine that is reliable, yes the 3fe uses alot off fuel but its very reliable and cheap to service and keep running and basic parts you will break 4wding can be kept on hand for a quick fix, my old turbo diesel 80 used to cost me a fortune on services and parts cost less for fuel and had a lot bigger range per tank but ya add up all the extra costs off oil changes and maintenance on a diesel to petrol fuel I'm well ahead with the old 3fe 80 in the last 10yrs
Great video 👌🏻 Aussie 80s we’re different again
just bought a clean ace air purifier for our 1997 sahara model cant wait to install it
They are a rare find here in the US and sell for $200-$300 used!
Great video. I've done the Land Cruiser 100 series global differences as well 😁
10:02 another sneaky ash tray. Must be for the 3rd row… 4x ashtrays, 1x cup holder
Fun fact, the Toyota Electronically Modulated Suspension (TEMS) made its debut in the second generation Toyota Soarer (Z20) and it was also the worlds first production vehicle to ever have electronically modulated suspension. Excellent and unreal engineering by the Japanese in the 80s, truly remarkable and crazy to see how far adaptive suspension has evolved since!
I got to drive a VX in a drive day around a racetrack in New Zealand in the late 90s. It was a turbo-diesel with an active suspension, I thought it was a fantastic vehicle. It was so much better than the other big four-wheel-drive vehicles of the time. I always thought they were the vehicle to have if you needed something like that.
There are lots of those used Japanese imported Land Cruisers in New Zealand, maybe a source of parts?
Once again, North America can't have the really 'nice' things. Thanks for the video! I own a 1988 BMW 750iL which is pretty luxurious in itself, but there was also a higher trim "Highline" option which nearly doubled the cost of the 750iL. The Highline had such niceties as a rear wine cooler, sometimes a rear TV, rear radio, rear AC, and a lot of extra buttons on the driver's console. The Highline was never officially exported to the USA either.
Well we can, we just have to wait 25 years minimum.
Love that Doug impression!
Your blinkers have an extra light that comes on with the blinkers. It throws a constant light to that side and helps see that direction.
Should do the same job with 80-series built in Venezuela from 1994 to 2007 for Venezuela/Colombia/Bolivian market.
I would like to but that model is not imported to the US. For some reason it is only the Japanese land cruisers that get imported here.
@@6thGearGarage I think a venezuelan 80 series built in 2007 with less than 60.000 miles could be sold a very nice price in the US!
@@sylvainlanctinfr6616 Yes it would. 80 Series prices are crazy here right now.
So far ahead of it's time. Amazing Toyota engineering
It really is! I love this 80 and look forward to driving it for the rest of my life.
@@6thGearGarage that's fantastic to hear! I love the 80 series most of all in the entire land cruiser lineup and generations.
@@NKPGarage Same here... the 80 was the crossover generation of old school ruggedness and luxury/comfort.
More stuff to go wrong and break! :P
Edit: Great video though, learned alot, dont think I'd ever go the JDM route though, too much risk buying something over seas without seeing it in person and RHD is something I wouldn't be able to handle. I love my drive thrus and car washes.
You're not lying... I'm hoping toyota quality goes a long way because when some of these extras stop working, I'm not going to be able to fix them without breaking the bank.
Was stationed in Japan 92=96 and never once considered something like this. Had a 1982 Toyota Lite Ace van with rear A/C and chill box, about the best rig until that time. Weird driving from the right hand side but I got used to it pretty quickly. Left handed so shifting was just normal. Wish I had looked at these when they were new. My 97 was built a few months after I left but looking back, I wish there were factory tours. Trying to figure out how to go back over to see if I can find a diesel to bring back.
great review. Look fwd for future posts
Well done. FYI: I've got a 37x12.5 tire on my rear stock swing out. No issue thus far
Good to know... thanks!!
The cornor light also signals when you turn and the aluminum side step is oem
On this model the corner light stays lit (doesn't flash) to illuminate your path when turning. The side step is OEM, but instead of the standard step with square edge, this is an optional one with the round edge.
Love this video! I just bought a jdm 80 series LC. Would love to know if you may know where to source the japanese owner's manual? Thanks!!!
You'd have to find it used. I think it would be a tough find, as most of these JDM 80's are still on the road, so the manuals are still with them. The US manuals seem much easier to find because they rack up more miles/rust and get parted out.
Hey man great video, I had one very similar but it had double fuel tank, but the second fuel level was in the place that your compass is. I’ve been trying to find a diesel one as complete as yours but with rear and front diff lock, but it extremely hard to find them in good condition. Congrats on your wonderful vehicle.
Thanks! The diesels are very expensive to import here because everyone wants one, especially with the front & rear lockers. If I found one, it would have probably cost twice as much as this gas one, which was the cheapest imported 80 at the time.
@@6thGearGarage yes, I recently found a 1995 diesel with all diff locks but it’s not as complete as yours, I might buy it because it just has 140K miles and it’s in good condition, but I’d really like a VX Limited diesel with manual gearbox but they’re rare and most of them have the drivers seat on the right side
@@MD-rg4fg To be honest, a lot of these extra options are going to be a headache down the road. Parts for the icemaker console are becoming obsolete, such as the evaporator which is no longer avail. The rear AC is nice, but it and the console create more opportunity for freon leaks in the AC system. Then there's the electronic adjusting suspension... when those shocks wear out it's going to be extremely expensive to replace. I really prefer simplicity and that's why I don't buy modern vehicles. The VX Limited is still simple compared to modern vehicles loaded with electronics, but may be difficult to find certain parts compared to a less equipped 80.
@@6thGearGarage yes I absolutely agree, it is difficult to find some parts, I think it’s about knowing the right mechanic, here in Texas I fortunately found an imported vehicles dealer from Europe that is expert restoring these type of vehicles. However I am more the collector type of buyer, I’m not really into daily driving these vehicles.
Diesel Series 80 had also dual tank and it shows in the upper mirror console. Also there was rear barn doors.
Rear barn doors are a rare sight in North America. People love them here, but I like the hatch/tailgate combo.
Damn I love the 80 series Land Cruisers! I've dreamed of owning a fj60 or fj80 for past 20 years. Sadly they were always outside my affordability scale so I've owned 4Runners 4wd Toyota pickups instead. Which I also love
I was looking for a 1st gen 4runner because I've always wanted one, but couldn't pass up this 80 series.
a fj80 with the 3fe engine is cheaper than a 1st or 2nd gen 4runner and go a lot better off road, don't worry about people saying the 3fe is slow its quicker than a 3vze 4runner or a 22re and more reliable, yes the turbo diesel 80 series come at a massive price premium but the 3fe is more reliable its slow under powered but it is so much better for a off road rig trust me ive had alot off 4runners and land cruisers and the best ive ever owned is my current 3fe powered 80 series, yes there thirsty on fuel but cheap on services n parts, do i wish i had off kept my 2nd gen 4runner yes i do will i ever buy another 80 series no i wont my old 1990 3fe will out live me
Cool Video do more videos with the LC. This was luxurious in the 90’s.
Also Congrats on the 40k
Thanks! I love driving this tank. It’s going to be around on the channel for a long time
Great video! I have a 94 HDJ80 which has the manual locking hubs, an H4 button as well as H4-N-L4 transfer case lever… familiar with that setup?
Ah yes, the part time 4wd. I would prefer that over the full time 4wd because there's no wear and tear on the front axle for normal driving when the hubs are free.
@@6thGearGarage With part-time we have the rear diferential than break down between 200.000 and 400.000km.
I have a 70 series land cruiser , it uses the same style of the electronic shocks , one month ago I purchased a set of oem brand new for it . You are right they are pretty pricey.
Just want to let you know my experience before buying those I had a brand new 2inch up aftermarket suspension . after having it for 4 months on the truck I went to the oem ones . So now I need to sale almost brand new aftermarket suspension. Just suggest you before buying any aftermarket for yours read some forums or try to find the same truck with the suspension and take it for a spin. In my case I hate the aftermarket suspension , and won't ever buy it for my truck .
Good luck.
Thanks for the advice. I love the way my 80 rides now and it wasn't purchased to be an offroad toy, I have my 1985 for that. Where did you find the OEM electronic shocks and how much did they cost, if you don't mind me asking? My originals still feel good @ 140,000km
same deal with the 60 series. you go outside the US and they can be found outfitted with a factory PTO winch, cable lockers (and the full floating rear axle), moon roof, high roof, 5 speeds, rear A/C, of course the B and H diesel engines, extra lights, barn doors (though I actually like the tail gate), 3rd row/troopy style/front bench seats, extra graphics, cb radio? and I'm sure a lot of other goodies I'm missing. Not to mention the emissions spaghetti wouldn't be there either.
In the US people love the barn doors because they were never offered here, but I am a huge fan of the tailgate.
@@6thGearGarage yep. It's a nice platform to stand on when trying to reach the roof rack or to cook on when camping. Not to mention you can store things in it. And it's a good barricade when the rear is packed full and you want to open the hatch.
Cool video, btw
Excellent video. I have a black '94 FZJ80, love the truck. Interesting seeing extra features sold by dealer.
I'd love to have that Owners Manual (Japan's version)... any clue who sells one?
Thanks for help. Fernando
I have only seen the Japanese manual included with imported 80's. You might be able to find them on yahoo Japan or similar Japanese auction sites.
Great video. I have the 1990 JDM HDJ81 “VX” edition. It has the 1-HDT diesel engine. No rear swing out spare tire carrier or interior ice cube maker. Yes on the compass and altimeter. Buying up parts as needed from Dubai…..”Partsouq” 😂 I need another key or 2 as well. I am in Ohio as well. Go Buckeyes!
I've gotten to know Partsouq really well since I bought this 80!
@@6thGearGarage yes indeed, they have quite an inventory and their shipping is quite fast. I will be a customer for the future.
@@Ghostrider-71 If you ever hear of any shows or meetups for us 80 Series enthusiasts, let me know. I've never seen another 80 Series in person around here.
Both are beautiful..us &Japan& UK
Was there a factory engine blower optioned as I heard from another US video by 80s owner ???
Yes, TRD made a supercharger that was available on the 1995-1997 obd2 land cruisers.
Doug score! 10/10
😂
Amazing video. 80 series is the best LC model
Thanks, I agree 100%!
What a cool rig. My Aunt had a van with the refrigerator in it, but I don't think that had an icemaker. It did have 4X4 though.
Those vans are awesome! Practically extinct around here.
@@6thGearGarage Yea, totally extinct around here now. There was a windowless one that a local ski resort owned, I really wanted that one.
My aunts was the high end, (too fancy for me) the one at the ski resort was bare bones with manual hubs.
Hello! Another great video, thanks. The fog/driving lights are an H1. The headlight washer stream on yours is sort of weak. I learned, after repairing my head light washers, that the stream was ridiculously strong. You may have a bad motor coming on or the wrong motor entirely. And, it’s a bear to get to on the 1hdt models
@@brettferguson6954 I purchased a set of H1 LED bulbs, but once I compared them to the halogen fog light bulbs, they were completely different and wouldn't fit. It does say "H1" right on top of the light housing though, so I was confused why the bulbs were different. You're correct about the pressure. The valve on the driver side line going to the sprayer is leaking and I haven't got around to replacing it yet.
I love this Cruiser! Buy a US FJ80 next week, 1994 with triple lockers.
Nice find! The triple locked models are gold!
Thanks very nice . Great work. Where do you buy spares from UAE. What is the name of the website?
It is partsouq.com I've also found a lot of the OEM parts I need on ebay, shipped from UAE, still cheaper than a dealership.
How do u like your land cruiser thus far? Looking into same one from Japan
I love it! It is the most solid vehicle I've owned. After doing a baseline and taking care of the things that were neglected, it has been a very reliable vehicle. The only downfall to the gas 80 Series is the MPG.
Did you ever get the 105 Series in the US?
It’s a Solid Axel 100 series Landcruiser built for more off-road orientated use instead of having IFS
Nope, the US never gets the good stuff :(
Also got the "better" 1FZ engine. Guy in Australia (UA-camr 4XOverland) who built up a 105 for his African holidays.
one my favorite model years, but they are underpowered for a such big vehicle.
love the options of the Japanese version. I would probably buy the turbo diesel with 5 speed manual.
Turbo diesel + 5 Speed would be awesome! They were way out of my price range though.
@@6thGearGarage they are high in demand and rare to find. The turbo diesel got decent power, but must get it with Manual transmission to get the most power.
Excellent video by the way. Keep it up 👍
Land cruiser 80 2007 Venezuela part Time Here!!
Can you guys suggest me a good website to import the OG Land Cruiser from ?
When countries were making cars out of conscience and conscience Even the quality of American cars changed from the eighties, there were the Capris, Buick and Mercury
This body, interior reminds me so much of the first gen Sequioa.
I'd love to do a comparison of the Sequoia vs the 80 since they're in a very similar market segment.
@@6thGearGarage I have one you can use.
@@nathankoroush7918 do you happen to be in Ohio?
@@6thGearGarage Not even close. Oregon.
Hay, could i have the part number for the ice cooler trap door in the fridge please, it'll be really helpful if you replied!
Yes, see the reply to your comment in the other video, thanks!
How are they to maintain ? Parts availability etc ? I own a r33 right now and that shit is a nightmare and a half to source parts
But I really wanna daily a jdm lane cruiser lmao minus the headache
This one has the same engine as the North American 80's, so I can get those parts anywhere. If it had the diesel, I'd have to order the parts ahead of time. Aside from the extra options that the US never had, the only other parts that might take some time to source/order is anything related to the RHD steering. Nice thing about the 80 though is that they were built to last a lifetime, so maintain them and you should be good.
@@6thGearGarage im picking one up tommrow ! thank u i made my choice based on ur video !
@@workwheelsjdm8251 What year/trim did you get?
Anyone know if the windshield is the same? I have a glanza v and daily driving it makes me super nervous
Hey I know you answered my question a few days back, but I also forgot to ask. So my headunit is in japanese and I need to change it out. I have the stock camera/ subwoofer amp all that jaz. Was wondering what headunit you are currently using. Also are you on any facebook groups for the land cruiser?
Mine came with a pioneer AVH-210 ex. It’s a somewhat basic double din but simple
And easy to use. It does have camera backup and RCA outputs though. Also Bluetooth. Overall good unit for the price. There are a few groups, my favorite is Toyota 80 Series USA
Did your model come with ABS?
No it did not. I should have mentioned that difference, as US models had abs in 1994.
@@6thGearGarage yeah mine as well. So strange that it had so much standard and optional kit but not ABS.
12:46 lol
Is it a 90 degree valve or “t” with a valve in it? Very expensive part. The cheapest I found for tge elbow was like $27?!? Might be able to build your own with a simple elbow and check valve. But, if you want an OEM elbow, let me know. I accidentally bought two.
Yep that’s the one... one of mine wasn’t working at all and there was a hole in it. So I figured I’d try gluing the hole, then it started leaking and I now have less pressure on the side that does work 😂
I’ll have to see which one it is... I think it was the 90’
Yep, it's the 90°, if you're looking to sell your extra one, I'd like to buy it.
Those window deflectors were also factory :)
Optional winch the AI-1000?
I believe that is the part. I have yet to see one in person... very rare here in the US.
Updated adjustment for inflation is $1,000,000
Any regrets on buying your truck? Also is that front steal bumper or is it hollow?
Zero regrets - I love this 80! It feels like a tank compared to every other vehicle I've driven. Once I baselined it, I could drive it without worrying about mechanical issues. I still need to replace the cooling hoses. I'm pretty sure the brush guard is hollow.
@@6thGearGarage since it’s hallow you planning on keeping it?
@@24hrstolive27 I'm keeping it, as this is my daily driver. I like the JDM look, also it's not 3x locked. My 85 is built for trails, so I may put a steel bumper on that some day.
@@6thGearGarage if you know anyone looking for a v8 4Runner limited with only 28k miles let me know. I will be selling it.. lowest miles in nation for a v8 4Runner
@@24hrstolive27 If it's mint condition, you might consider BAT or Cars and Bids with that low of miles.
USA land cruiser’s have a red reflector on the rear sides whereas the Japanese ones do not
where can i find that manual in japanese? i want to check it out
They only came with Japanese 80 Series, so I think you might be able to find one on a Japanese auction site like auctions.yahoo.co.jp/
What do the two buttons right of the ECT button do?
They're to raise/lower the antenna
I'm also confused a little. I found a '90 landcrusier imported from Japan. It has several features you showed, but it appears to have the locking front hubs. What does that really do as I thought all 80 series had full time 4wd.
@@xthatguyx620 North American 80’s we’re all full time 4wd but other parts of the world did have a part time option with locking hubs 👍
Thanks for the help! I appreciate the help and your video about the Japanese market 80s! This was a huge help! Keep up the good work!
Is finding parts (parts from an auto store) hard for the 80? Is it hard because it is imported and RHD? Also, what part of Ohio are you in?
The US-spec LC's (any generation) compared to other markets seems to be the "weakest" of them all. Most of these features/options were also available on non-us/non-jdm export LC.
I just tried the seat trick on my 91 HDJ81. It doesn’t have that option.
I wonder if it is just a VX limited option?
Mine is a VX Limited. Must have been something that was offered after mine was made.
Funny how those rims was so expensive. My father bought an second hand car in 1994 with those rims and cost like 10k, so the rims cost like a fifth. 🤣🤣
I replaced them with factory alloy wheels because I'd like to give them a full polish when I get the chance.
And one knows where I can get front grill guard.
It's very difficult to find, only a Japanese factory option for a couple of years.
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Rhis japonesse dnt hv 2 tank? And subwoofer?
Mine only has 1 tank. It did have the subwoofer but it didn’t work so I took it out.
I have a diesel 80 1hdft
Nice, those bring top dollar when imported here in the US because we never had them.
Come to Asia you will get diesel like it's common 🎉
These rims are aftermarket imo.
Yes they are
For a 90s vehicle… it was years ahead! Don’t get most of these features on new trucks
THATS WHY THE LAND CRUISER HAS FAILED IN THE U.S. FOR THINGS THEY DIDNT PUT IN THEM ALL THE WAY TO THE END. EVEN THE EARLIER ONES THAT WERENT SOLD IN THE U.S. WERE NICER AN HAD MORE OPTIONS. THERE A GUY ON YOU TUBE TALKING ABOUT HIS PUTTING A 5.9 CUMMINS IN HIS 80 SERIES. HE HAD AN GUY ON HIS CHANNEL THAT DID IT. I COMENTED. JUST BUY AN JDM ONE ITS PROBABLY CHEAPER.
boy we got ripped off with the US landcruiser.....
On the other hand, the us model has less parts to break. I’m dreading the day when the rear A.C. breaks or the adjustable suspension needs replaced.
@@6thGearGarage Nah i wouldn't worry about that. Vehicles weren't used enough to break things. That and small families really had no use for AC in the rear.. Why else can you find these vehicles in such beautiful conditions Turing almost 30 years old. The one thing I can say to worry about is the exterior for rust.
I want this car i am in somaliland barbara phod
You should do a vid of restoring those wheels
I will eventually, but first I’ll do a video of refinishing the oem ones.