LANDCRUISER 100 SERIES VEHICLE BUILD | SUSPENSION, TYRES AND EXHAUST | EPISODE 1

[@justinfloyd3071]

(Fellow South African here) I owned and modded a 100VX that sat on 285s and OME nitrochargers for 10 years and 260,000km. In fact, I wrote the DIY threat on Ih8mud on how to re-index your torsion bars. One thing to remember is that the 100 series needs/likes a 1-inch rake on it front to back, if you level it out the ride does funny things, so let it be a bit nose low. Also, you really should think about a front diff drop kit now that you have the extra lift from the OME setup. You are within tolerances now, but your CVs are going to take a battering and you will start to eat through half shafts. (let me know when you tear your first front CV boot!) Your UCA alignment is also pretty much maxed out and you could really do with a set of aftermarket UCAs, and all the other small suspension bushings are also going to start to go, LCA bushings, upper and lower ball joints (can be pressed in and out, don't belive Toyota when they say you have to get a whole new UCA/LCA), sway bar end link bushings are squeezed to hell, and the bigger tyres are going to start to hurt the tie rod ends and bearings (if they are at all worn) which will then cause bad wear on your nice new tyres. I can also recommend you get yourself a set of Timberin extended bump stops... with that much wheel poke you run the risk of rubbing hard on the fenders. I'm not sure when it was last done, but also flush your brake fluid, the ABS accumulator and pump on the 100 series can go, and its a 1 piece unit from Toyota for something like 32,000 rand, keeping fresh brake fluid in the system helps extend the life of it. If your larger 285 spare tyre is not fitting under the back right now, you drop the back tyre, flip the bracket that sits above it upside down, and then you can get a 285 in there. NEVER do a snatched front recovery from a 100 series in reverse, the diff blows up... Sho, lots of things come to mind.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks for the info bud! Have seen all these problems and am currently addressing all of the ones I can according to the budget, cheers mate!

[@delkovanderwalt45]

Justin dude where do you find uca for a 100 vs in south africa.

[@ShannonHartnett-117]

@justinfloyd3071 the whole cv ware quickly bs has been debunked by a youtuber known as Tinkerers Adventure all you have to do is use the red nolathane longer extra stretch boots the ware is the same unless your going over 2" 50mm of lift

[@dips4679]

Land cruiser is indeed master of africa

[@TheShowtime85]

More like the world.

[@bothwellnyamhondera948]

Great stuff. That 100 series is a very tough vehicle indeed. So durable

[@ianmwangi3353]

I'm from Kenya, I once commented on last years video and asked if you'd travel to Kenya. So excited to hear that you'll be traveling this way😁

[@kev001-b5y]

I'm one of your ardent fan from Kenya. Will be closely following the LC 100 build. All the best and welcome to Kenya.

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you mate!

[@worldofmusicsa]

We just took over my dad's 2004 Prado 4.0 that's been in the family since new and man are we excited to start exploring! Great video man, love your content Ed.

[@marioesteves3219]

Great Video Ed!! In my opinion, the 1HD-FT/FTE series diesel engines, are the finest turbo diesels ever fitted to a 4x4.

[@74jeepcj6]

Sing it brother 👍

[@shaunmoller2997]

Thanks for taking us on the upgrade journey this 100 will be a beast on the end of the day mooi loop

[@EdwardBath]

Dankie Shaun!

[@bobbybiggs007]

So I am glad the 200 is back in shape and i took your advice from you most recent video to figure out who the saboteur was😆 Keep making more overlanding content I am a big fan🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾

[@OnlineopticsCoUk]

This is what you have been up to then!!!!

[@grahamrobertson8254]

Very interesting you say this will be the primary overlander over the 200! Will watch this series with interest.

[@tomsawyer4321]

Good to see you have graduated to the 100 series. Keep up the good work eventually you will be promoted to the 80 series. Toyotas best ever 4x4 without question

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Tom!

[@jacquesD4D]

Good to see an old build up. Most of the builds are new modern 4x4's. OME for the win. I have been running OME on my old SFA Hilux for years and sold it like that. Have OME on my Fortuner and it never says die. Probably will be fitting OME to my L45 as well. They are reliable and comfortable.

[@EdwardBath]

Couldn’t agree more mate!

[@ADayInTheLifeOfJames]

Likely the best all round car Toyota made

[@TheAthavanleon]

love this type of videos about LC's... Keep them coming mate.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate!

[@kupelwakasongo5937]

it still looks brand new! i love the chasis

[@EdwardBath]

It’s a magical vehicle and has held up well considering it’s 22 years old!

[@gaynorstone4087]

Fantastic. Still looks like a new car

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you! They are amazing vehicles!

[@eileenanzabwa2776]

Amazing!!! And to hear you are coming all the way to Kenya.... even better. Am staying tuned in for the complete series

[@dyquod]

Considering my own build of a 1fte in the near future. Gathering inspo from your vids man 🙏

[@brendancole6850]

Reluctantly had to part ways with my 105 series. The 4.5L straight 6 was just far too heavy on fuel. The 250L combined fuel tanks often had petrol attendants checking underneath the vehicle for leaks:) I miss the vehicle so much. Great content Ed!!

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you mate! Sorry to hear about the 105, they are amazing!

[@jongikhayabam2505]

Lol 250L wow How much did it cost to fill it up at the time? How many km would that give you?

[@Danyang1]

Definitely motivated to get a 100 or 200 series too! Looks great!

[@lawrenceabayo2215]

Hi , welcome to Kenya. Cannot wait to see you here Edward. A big consumer of your content, keep up the good work you inspire me. My dream is to own the 200 series and do a trip to SA.

[@jonathanwych5476]

Keep them coming

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate!

[@robertwentworth7532]

Great video bud! 100 series is still so nice even after 22 years!!

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you so much bud!! Hope you doing well 🙌

[@robertwentworth7532]

@@EdwardBath I am bud, real good thanks!!

[@paulredelinghuys7301]

Hi Ed. You make us jealous. Agree with OME. The best in the market. I also had Viper upgrade on my 120 V6 Prado and it is great. Sounds excellent.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Paul! It’s good to always go with reputable brands 🙌

[@janbam8974]

Welcome to the 100’s

[@explrn_dwnundr5007]

Those rims & tyres looks nice , car is still in nice condition 👌🏽

[@KingsofTruth425]

I think I missed it, but was the offset of the wheels? Thanks mate 🙏🏼

[@ggicharu]

Welcome to kenya 🇰🇪

[@gergat41]

Hi there Thank you for sharing…May I ask What size are your Dirtylife? 17x9 5/150? How many offset? Appreciate your response

[@jonathanneethling]

I saw Ryan’s vlog recently with his Ford. And I was very intrigued to see the maintenance that goes into the vehicles. You should do more…. They’re very interesting to watch and will help others out there that are too afraid to venture far off road. I’d be interested to see the carbon build up on the 100 series before you for the catch can and fuel filters. I also have have to say that because of you, I have sold my Palma caravan and bought a 4x4 trailer. After watching your Echo trailer review, We hired an echo 4 for a weekend and fell in love with the ease of setup. We seriously looked at the Chobe. Although in the end we went with another brand. Another surprise was your suspension upgrade and fail. I mean that in a positive way. I have a FJ cruiser. I’ve been wanting to upgrade the suspension because I feel I need just that little bit extra clearance..but I’m petrified about ruining the ride of the FJ. Off road - it’s a mountain goat, in the City and open road it wafts along like a Rolls Royce or an S-Class Merc. The FJ has this uncanny ability to be so basic, yet offer you everything you need when you want it. Thanks for the lekker vlogs. ✌🏻

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks for watching mate! Yeah if you go with Old Man Emu fortunately it makes the ride even better 🔥

[@zacksnguni8999]

Awesome upgrade on the 100 series bro.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks bro!

[@mrunprogaming777]

Awesome upgrades🔥 I can't wait for a trip-video with the 100 series.

[@EdwardBath]

Me either!

[@devchohan7501]

can't wait for your arrival in Kenya. love from Kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you!

[@kinyanjuibryan9204]

welcome to my country Kenya!

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you!

[@pauljansen6650]

And here I am struggling to fill my tank and Eds kitting out a 2nd LC 😅

[@EdwardBath]

Haha fortunately this has been the plan for a while, unfortunately the fuel price means I can’t get out with then vehicle 😂

[@Reviews_By_Pish]

Nice build and nice video... watching from Nairobi Kenya🇰🇪... I'd love to see that rig in person...and the 4.2L TD is a beast👌🔥

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate!

[@bradleymarais1914]

Great video, why the decision to change your primary vehical after all time and money spent on the 200?

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Just something different, will still be using the 200 as well 🙌

[@kgosithembani5667]

cape Town to Kenya. yikes! good one

[@4WheelingSA]

Very interesting build! Looking forward to the rest of the videos in the series.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Henk!

[@barbraabsalom4531]

Hi , can you please tell me who made / supplied the stainless shock stone guards ? & do you have them on front & rear ? there is nothing like that available off the shelf here in Australia , I would be keen to buy & pay shipping to aus , thanks

[@willem932]

Hi Edward, enjoy you’re channel so much. I am not someone that normally comment but please put back the original mags.. the 100 series look out off shape! Keep up the good work!

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Willem! Appreciate the support 🙌 wheel rims are such a personal thing and I understand that some people might not like them but I’m super chuffed with them 🙏

[@greatsouthernoverland]

Cool start to a great build series Ed! Looking forward to seeing the set up:D Be safe mate.

[@jonathanwych5476]

Keep them coming

[@EdwardBath]

Thank you mate! 🇦🇺

[@waltermutandawari6080]

Great video, l also own a 2001 stock 100 series. You have given me some crazy ideas on what mods to do.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Yeah they are amazing vehicles that’s for sure

[@waltermutandawari6080]

@@EdwardBath In regards of a budget, what should one roughly budget for the suspension upgrade?

[@abdullahalsafran4861]

7:37 the height car level here was so nice + 9:10 also here 9:28 was so nice , 13:52 but now it’s so low .. can you explain why ?

[@paiwa86]

Got super excited when I saw this build video. Have a 1HDFTE 100 series and they really are a legendary vehicle. Haven’t seen too many build series videos with them so keeping a keen eye on this and the many adventures soon to come 🙏🏽

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! They certainly are!

[@paiwa86]

@@EdwardBath and to prove they’re even more legendary - mine has 580K kms on it stock engine and nothing except for the alternator has been replaced !

[@EdwardBath]

@@paiwa86 that’s magic bud!!!

[@sphamandlamazibuko3074]

Yooo, 22 years. That vehicle has got loads of happy memories. What's the mileage...?

[@EdwardBath]

427 000kms

[@nolenekotze2437]

Like your rig

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Nolene!

[@skukuza9578]

Ed, it would great to do the series with more details on the build itself. Things like What budget do you have? Why the products you have chosen, and what did they cost? How do you prioritize what goes in, when it goes in and what is of more value to your over-landing needs. More details around the installation process would make great content! (And more sponsors for you in time to come) I see you made a mistake with the suspension. That would also be great learning for all of us! There needs to be content on that please, as I think so many people make that mistake. Other interesting conversations are around the age of the LC100. How is it performing today, and what preventative maintenance needs to be done to get that truck reliable and ready for the next 200000km? You had some small clips of this, however most people will build over landing trucks off older platforms. This could be a cool episode or 2 in its own right! Otherwise keep up the good work!

[@eugeneleonard8248]

Do you use air suspension at the back!!

[@EdwardBath]

100% mate! As soon as I get the vehicle back I’m going to be doing a video on all of this 🙌 thanks for the recommendations and feedback!

[@ratters33]

Coming along nicely! Spotted the #Takla dash cover there too 😍👍

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Yeah fully Takla kitted for sure!

[@richarddaley5481]

Big fan of your videos and adventures! As a matter of interest what do you do for a living?

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! I’m a freelance filmmaker and photographer 🙌

[@luqmanrahimhf]

I love 100 series but with bigger lights

[@cpointon95]

Hi mate! What is the offset on those rims? So hard to find find rims with the factory offset!

[@esnkana]

Curious what offset you used?

[@tarynmaccarron2605]

Hi Ed! Please share a link for the cruiser doctor you mentioned in the video😊 our drive train needs some attention and a doctor is definitely required!! Keep the fantastic videos coming!!! A trip to Kenya sounds VERY exciting!

[@EdwardBath]

Hi Taryn! Thanks so much! He actually requested that I don’t share his details at the moment, he’s too busy to take on any more vehicles at the moment but I will be doing a video explaining how amazing his work is and what he’s done with the 100🙌

[@maxlodewyk_na]

I’m excited for this build Ed, those wheels are perfect for the 100.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks Max!

[@NKPGarage]

Great build video! Love those wheels, they look really solid!

[@carlolopez7579]

Hi!! 100 series owner my self, what tire size you runin? Thankyou

[@EdwardBath]

285/70 R17

[@nicholasjames9427]

Hi Ed, what did you to the 1Hdfte motor after 400k km? I have one which is 185k km. Qhat should i look out for!!

[@JOKER-PALESTINE]

do you use wheel spacer ?!

[@EdwardBath]

No wheel spacers

[@wianerasmus6795]

I got that exactly same cooper tyres on my vx100

[@EdwardBath]

Awesome Wian!

[@dekompose]

It’s getting hot In Here

[@heinschwartz7941]

Finding a clean, one owner, low km 1HD-FTE 100series is like finding hen’s teeth 🤗

[@bloodybuzzardbindel3555]

Who makes that snorkel?

[@EdwardBath]

Safari

[@therealdjt532]

What offset are the wheels? You'll need flairs on the arches to stop stones from smacking everything in sight. Looks cool though.

[@EdwardBath]

Not sure what offset they are and trying to find flares at the moment but no luck

[@coadyg]

Hi Ed another great video just concerned about how the wheels are sitting outside the body you going to have problems in the mud and with those pebble stone roads in Namibia.

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Yeah I’m looking for fender flares and bigger mud flaps to try and help 🙌

[@greenleader758]

What's the reason for the change? Is this vehicle perhaps better fuel wise? Nonetheless, keen to stick with the series. Cheers!

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! It just needed some TLC and thought I might as well make a series out of it. It is also cheaper on the fuel than the 200 so that’s the bonus

[@libanahmed4598]

What’s the tire number and the wheel number please? I have the same car and it’s nice how it turned out. I’m interested doing the same with my landcruser

[@nickpozzobon4212]

6:49 Hi Ed, great build! I am in the planning stages of building a Cygnus/LX470 in Malaysia (fellow Saffer), quick question, what exact specs of the DT1 did you get? I can’t see any on their website with a 110mm hub, or am I missing something? Keep up the great work!

[@bruce7890]

Cruiser looks nice... very nice... are you going to wrap or repaint it? The 100 is such a nice transition between the 70 series and the 200...

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Nope leaving it standard in that department

[@tmshowier]

👍17:17 أرجو ان يكون معدل استهلاك البنزين غير مزعج👍

[@MrJohnmccrory]

What offset are the rims?

[@Designandrew]

is that a camera mounted on your license plate? If so how did you run the cable? Did you drill into the tail gatte? Love the 100 much more than the 200, I went 100 > 200 and it was the worst decision of my life, back in a hundy now and couldn''t be happier

[@4wdadventureoz]

Will you need to install flares so that the wheel aren't extending past the body? That is what would be required in Australia 😢

[@andrecruiser885]

We dont have laws like that here in South Africa.

[@EdwardBath]

Fortunately not Glenn, I will be installing flares in any case to avoid stone damage

[@robertharold2503]

So..why the change? Other plans for the 200 series?

[@EdwardBath]

It was always the plan to give the 100 series some TLC and thought it might be an interesting change, especially for other people that are thinking of giving their older 4WD’s some TLC 🙌

[@rayyanjade9866]

Rim - or + offset?

[@tmshowier]

17: 37 استمتع 👍 ولكن ارجو ان لا يكون له ضرر مستقبلا في صحة جسم السيارة والابواب.. لأنه سيزيد من المغامرة👍علما انا مستمتع بنظامه القديم واتعامل معه بعناية .. لان الهيدروليك اراه ممتع في تعمله في السفر خاصة بعد استخدامي لل FJ بطل خارج الطريق كما تعلم. شمرا

[@plantfather69]

whats your reasoning for not going 16 inch rims ?

[@EdwardBath]

I have 17 inch rims on the trailer so these will match in an emergency

[@omosh182]

Karibu Kenya

[@alanjones8603]

what about the offset ? They are -12 but the standard wheels are zero are they not ?

[@EdwardBath]

Have no idea what the offset is, they stick out plenty though

[@alanjones8603]

@@EdwardBath 👍😎 They do. Hope they don’t knacker your wheel bearings.

[@EdwardBath]

@@alanjones8603 no problems, still original wheel bearings 427 000kms later

[@tmshowier]

2:34 👍

[@pauldarbishire7226]

I think you are taking this car maintenance thing too far now Ed - can we please see some animals again hahaha. Some kitty cats and puppy dogs would be nice. I had a Land Cruiser as my company car back in the early 90's when I was working on the Lesotho Highlands Water Project - a truly awesome workhorse!

[@EdwardBath]

Haha thanks Paul !

[@craigdarocha7619]

When will the next video drop?

[@EdwardBath]

When I receive the vehicle back from repairs🙏

[@tmshowier]

3:31👍

[@kathyjohnston3627]

Just wondering if this could possibly be the infamous company that gave you so much grief???

[@EdwardBath]

His name is in this video correct 👍 and it’s not Revhouse 4WD

[@kenwatson8816]

35 inch tyre or 33 inch

[@EdwardBath]

33

[@terrydactyl7708]

Give me a 100 over a 200 any day

[@LusoweEcoHub]

🇿🇦>🇰🇪

[@keetilebradley4387]

Where can I get the windscreen for the 100 series

[@stuntedcrew1999]

Does the tyre shop not know how to fit a beadlock wheel

[@EdwardBath]

We mounted them non beadlock

[@stuntedcrew1999]

@@EdwardBath for what reason ? Love the truck I’ve got one myself

[@Designandrew]

Please don't change the stock front bumper! It looks so good stock! I wish I had a stock front bumper with the headlight washers but in Australia we didn't get them, mine has a toyota alloy bullbar and I hate it. Stock bumper is so much better! I wish I could get the headlight washers! If you want to sell them to me I'll buy them!

[@bhg00]

So low on the front

[@EdwardBath]

Like I explained, it needs to be adjusted

[@mattyolo]

I wonder if this is the dodgy mechanic

[@EdwardBath]

He was mentioned in the video yes, and it’s not revhouse 4WD

[@mattyolo]

@@EdwardBath sorry for what you went through brother 😓 as if drowning your 4x4 isn’t tough enough but then having to put up with that 😓

[@benbirch2393]

Stupid wheels with stupid offset. Other than that, great!

[@EdwardBath]

Thanks mate! Wheels are a very personal thing and I like them but I understand if you don’t