Is an Antique FJ60 Toyota Landcruiser Reliable? Impromptu Road Trip to Find Out. 1000 Miles!

If you hear someone talk about an old 80s Landcruiser they all usually at some point say. "I would never hesitate to jump in that thing and drive it cross country at a blink of an eye". Sometimes when the going gets hard thats the only statement you remember and grasp on to. So with out further ado.... this is the story about being there for someone no matter what even if it means driving 1000 miles.
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[@sierrasnowrider]

You're right about that view. I drove my fj62 from Tahoe to Moab without even skipping a beat. Hit all the trails and drive her home no problem. Best trucks ever built!

[@mizeadventure9438]

Absolutely! I love this rig and just built a motor for it so she will continue the legacy!! cant wait to get mine out that way.

[@edenseensindestructibles7527]

Hi Dude, let me send my appreciation to you for your quality video content. We do share exactly the same passion for these early Cruisers. I also appreciate the fact that, on top of being busy (with your passion), you still find time to react to the comments posts to your video! Keep it up! You ROCK!!!

[@mizeadventure9438]

Ha love that! Thanks for the encouragement. Just want people to have some cool to watch and get them excited about their own projects. Look out for today’s video being released later this afternoon

[@kirkyboy5426]

I'll never doubt a TLC! Most reliable rig man. Thanks for sharing.

[@mizeadventure9438]

same! ive done some serious road trips in these things and always gets your there and back.

[@janiohenriquez6120]

I used to drive My fj62 with 3f engine for 3000 Miles trips every year. Many places where the 4 wheel drive have to be use. Never had any problems. Nowdays it is only use for short trips. However I am working in a 1fz-fe engine to do they swap I go far again

[@mizeadventure9438]

They get you there and back every single time! Never ever had a problem myself

[@kyleklube5286]

Drove from seattle to banff and back a few years ago in my 84, no troubles whatsoever just a little slow on the big passes :)

[@mizeadventure9438]

Heck yeah!! They don’t let us down ever

[@kevinbanker7814]

Awesome man!!! I keep thinking about a 60 series. I miss my 40, and love my 80, but would love to get a 60 someday.

[@rags2rigsrevivingtheoldcru156]

I surey love all Cruisers, but I stick with my 60 series :)

[@mizeadventure9438]

Love those old 60s 55s are growing on me tho ha

[@Gerbyq]

I did 3K in Utah heat this summer in my Fj62... heavy offroading, purred like a kitten and didn't skip a beat. If you maintain these things well, especially the transmission, you can have a lot of peace of mind taking them anywhere you want.

[@mizeadventure9438]

No question that’s a fact! I drive my fleet all Over with the same thoughts

[@thebadasstimes]

Love the videos!! You have a new subscriber and you have inspired me to get back to my plans of getting an fj60 or 62 Along with continuing my youtube adventures!!

[@mizeadventure9438]

That’s awesome!! So happy about that. Spread the word on my channel if you can. It really helps

[@rags2rigsrevivingtheoldcru156]

Have you started though?

[@markmervis9273]

In 1995 I drove my 84 Fj60 from Richmond VA to Los Angeles. In 96 I drove it back to Richmond. In 97 you guessed it, drove it back out to LA. Then from LA to Salt Lake and back in 98 and 99 respectively for Sundance. In 05 got me a 62 and drove it to Los Angeles. These were not low-mileage trucks. The only problem I had was the clutch slave blew out while in Salt Lake. As a result of these misadventures I know two things: one stock 62 is way better on a road trip and two I will never ever do it again!

[@lennyboof]

My 84 fj60,most reliable truck I've had,the old 2f was still going strong at 660000 kms,had only had head revalved in that time due to running out of adjustment,20 years and only taken off the road due to body rusting away

[@mizeadventure9438]

holy smokes! thats awesome. the body will go before the motor every time ha

[@edenseensindestructibles7527]

Hope you'll do something to get it back in good shape.

[@chrissteinhilber8839]

Reminds me of a couple of cross country trips I did with my ‘86 FJ60. One was from NC to New Orleans to Bozeman, MT and finally to Tacoma WA when I shipped it to Oahu for a few years of fun. I unfortunately had the air pump seize up in Amarillo and overheated in the middle of June. I had it towed into town and the shop was kind enough to lend me a vehicle and were some how able to get air pump (which everyone knows are a PITA To fine and expensive) overnighted from Colorado and get me back on the road late the next day. Needless to say, but always an adventure. I should have desmoged before I took it on such a long haul…lesson learned!

[@bogotstogoskiing]

Woohoo!!!! She did great!!! That's what owning a cruiser is all about :)

[@mizeadventure9438]

Totally! Gets you there and back every single time!!

[@bogotstogoskiing]

​@@mizeadventure9438 BTW, I have been having a super frustrating time with my 62. It's been running hot since I've owned it and I'm in the process of changing the fan clutch and radiator. If you ever decide to buy a new fan clutch get the FCT-049 from Aisin (known as the aqua) instead of the FCT-017. I spent over a thousand dollars troubleshooting and that's all it was... Random knowledge but valid.

[@mizeadventure9438]

@@bogotstogoskiing Yeah tracking down that those type of things can be a endless headache.... good to know though! thanks for the info.

[@toyotadiesel4970]

What? 1000 miles or 1600km ROAD trip? Your title sounds like it's supposed to be an achievement to impress people. Which is silly, because, mechanically and by the design, these land cruisers are among the most reliable cars ever built in the entire history or car making. All they need is basic maintenance and timely replacements of worn-out parts, like any other car does. However these classic land cruisers can take so much more abuse and can keep going under bad or missing maintenance for a long while before giving up. If you get one in good condition and well-cared, there is no question it can go distance and return back safely. And If you get one that's been all trashed and squeezed out, well then it's not about the car model or "antiquity", you can ruin any car quickly and turn it into trash like that.

[@santatu555]

Dude! Can you tell me what model year of the 60 and/or 62 that came with the... what-Cha-ma-call-em... front winglets? On the front doors like your blue one. I'm really diggin' those!

[@santatu555]

The triangular vent-like things on the front windows.

[@mizeadventure9438]

They never made it into the us market. I had to buy them from Australia and install them. I made a entire video about it if you look back on it

[@santatu555]

Wow! Are they expensive and was the work head to do? Much thanx for the reply, by the way.

[@santatu555]

Sorry! Hard to do

[@mizeadventure9438]

I have a complete how to video if you do go ahead and buy them. You can watch the whole thing on my channel

[@Icecold185]

Hey man you certainly seem to know your stuff when it comes to Land cruisers. If I’m in a state that doesn’t do smog checks is it smart to De-smog it to improve reliability if I’m taking it into the backwoods?

[@mizeadventure9438]

Doesn’t matter either way. If it’s running well smogged let it it be. I only do a desmog to make things simple.

[@chrissteinhilber8839]

I would argue for a proper desmog. If your air pump seizes up (and they all do eventually), it will leave you dead in the water. My 86 FJ60 ran so much better after a proper desmog…my two cents for what it’s worth.

[@mizeadventure9438]

Nah it won’t. Just gut the pump and put it back on and down the road you go.

[@eovdubsvw8743]

I’d would have gone all out and drove the FJ55.

[@mizeadventure9438]

Gosh don’t tempt me with a good time. I mean she would of of probably made it there back fine to

[@edenseensindestructibles7527]

@@mizeadventure9438 Sure, she's a CruisA :)

[@mizeadventure9438]

Totally. I’ve taken her one some serious trips already just sooo slow

[@fuegococoa]

the mailbox did what to your cheeks

[@naturismotv72]

Hi mize, I want to put a hf55 transmission on my 85 60...will it use the same transfer case?

[@mizeadventure9438]

Yes

[@naturismotv72]

@@mizeadventure9438 thank so much

[@jonathanhandsmusic]

My FJ60 is about 90% reliable. It’s always got something to fix, but that’s ok because it’s 36 years old.

[@kw8757]

If it starts every time and drives to where you need to be it's 100% reliable, even if theres always something to fix 👍

[@danieldufur7474]

2:52 85 mph??!!! wtf??!!

[@liamniven3859]

Hey; i sent you an email about some seat covers and some interior stuff. Please let me know if you got it?

[@mizeadventure9438]

Awesome. I haven't seen anything come through yet.

[@sailshane]

Southwest? LET'S GO BRANDON!!!

[@moabman6803]

Short answer: no

[@LETerEATRenne]

Looks like the truck did fine. Especially considering it’s over 4 decades old.

[@poptart4YALL]

How many times did you have to stop to put $20 worth of gas in

[@mizeadventure9438]

Everything single time

[@emeyerriecks]

Haha. This.