Australia’s Beloved LandCruiser? V8 Turbo Troopy 78 Series Stage One Build

Is the Toyota Troopy 78 Series the ultimate V8 Turbo LandCruiser for Aussie 4WD enthusiasts? We kick off this Stage One build with some essential upgrades, from a custom GVM kit to a fresh console that’ll make you wanna buy 2 drinks at once. There’s a water tank that's perfect for off-road adventures and so much more. Whether you're prepping your rig for outback touring or just daydreaming about your dream 4x4, this video has it all.
Let us know in the comments: What’s your favorite Troopy mod? Is the facelift version better, or do you prefer this pre-facelift beauty?
We'll show you how we tackled the Toyota Troop Carrier in true Aussie style-snorkel, flares, wheels, and a sound system upgrade that could make even Darryl Kerrigan say, “That’s going straight to the pool room!”
What to expect in this video:
• Troopy Mods: Snorkel, diff breathers, and a 3900kg GVM upgrade
• Interior Upgrades: Department of Interior consoles, audio systems, and tech boosts
• Exterior Features: Flares, Falken Wildpeak tires, and a dual swing rear bar
• Touring Ready: 54L water tank, Anderson plug setup, and ARB twin compressor
Join us as we dive into this 4WD Troopy transformation, turning a classic off-road icon into the ultimate touring machine. Whether you're into Toyota LandCruisers, 78 Series builds, or just love a bit of V8 power, you don’t want to miss this!
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Born in backyard Brisbane, BAW Automotive have quickly become one of the leading 4X4 specialists in Australia. Proudly family owned and operated, we are the experts in 4X4 builds and all things Offroad, camping and lifestyle. With workmanship that exceeds our customers’ expectations, our reputation is built on quality and convenience. Our clients drive their vehicles for business and pleasure, often wanting to enjoy touring for extended periods of time and get a little wild on off-grid tracks.

[@overland_adventure_nz]

Yes Troopy’s are the ultimate 4x4 in the New Zealand and Australian markets. I love my 2023 one ❤

[@ThomasWillis-i9n]

Love Troopy’s and Rig rundowns! 👏🏻

[@BAWAutomotive]

Yeah the Troopy!!

[@jacoblantry2347]

Love it guys, great work

[@jix98ek]

Up the troopy, love the build you guys have done on this one

[@Eddie_-_]

New facelift is a major improvement

[@morepawstravels]

we have 2018 GXL (Alu-Cab conversion)... I prefer the round lights on the facelift model. But very happy with our beast.

[@haydnclark7444]

Crazy how dated pre-facelift cruisers look now