My LAND CRUISER Ownership Journey so far - Repairs, Service, Maintenance, Mechanical Problems

[@chuankityap6160]

Wow, your mechanic is amazing! He can do both mechanical and electrical, which is rare.

[@tercan4783]

LC and 4runners/Prado are awesome vehicles. Very rewarding once you have completed the maintenance and DIYs of these vehicles. They last a lifetime if you take care of them.

[@bekabeka71]

Just like first generation body on frame ML w163 💪🏼 unbreakable

[@JunOutdoors]

Trying my very best to take care of mine!

[@bekabeka71]

@@JunOutdoors yes me too, I’ve two ML’s

[@ramishrambarran3998]

Owning an old vehicle like that is truly a challenge. It is even more challenging if you cannot get the replacement parts. But it may be simpler to repair than the more modern vehicles. But I feel that being Toyota, it will be more reliable than another vehicle of equal age. I have a 21 year-old Toyota Corolla Fielder wagon, and only replaced the coil packs, and throttle body on the engine. Wong Sifu is an excellent mechanic, from what we saw. I do hope that you get more serviceable years from this Land Cruiser Thank you for the wonderful video. Trinidad & Tobago. West Indies.

[@stendecstretcher5678]

I agree. I own an 26 year old Corolla still going strong.

[@misterpotato4775]

Tbh Sir finding parts for this particular old Toyota the LC/LC Prado isn't that hard tbh, it's quite abundant in the aftermarket

[@JunOutdoors]

True. Can never go wrong with a Toyota :)

[@ramishrambarran3998]

@@JunOutdoors Quite so !

[@Tsospiggery]

As a mechanic myself Master shifu is doin a pretty damn good job on ur LC❤

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed he is! :)

[@rrameshnaidu5813]

Your Passion to see it through is awesome

[@benclarke9410]

We just got a 2004 cruiser and we love it! They’re bullet proof with good maintence

[@YangGQ]

Our LC200 V8 VX is 2012 vintage so no bearings repair yet. But your repairs look so much more solid and effective than on my 1983 G-Wagon LWB 300GD. Good work! Good luck!

[@PeterNelson-m1g]

Great to see the Landcruiser back on the road, and offroad too! Made to be used and enjoyed.

[@sioneandrew3875]

I dont own a Landcruiser. I drive a 4runner but, this makes me look forward to working on it. Wong Sifu is relaxing to watch. I agree, this is so therapeutic.

[@hotchinahk]

Welcome to the Toyota family, I have a RAV4 for 22 years and still own it, never have big problem because I learnt to do the service myself, I learnt about my car every time I work on it, as you said, it is quite enjoyable to fix your own car 🙂

[@grantborbon]

Cool channel. I'm excited to see how your Land Cruiser gets better over time. I'm from the Philippines and I own a 2006 Land Cruiser Prado LC120 and coming across your video inspires me to maintain my LC road worthy as long as possible. Thank you for making old Land Cruisers cool again. Stay safe.

[@JedTaneo]

Why I love videos like these? it relaxes me.

[@juliuslomarda1975]

THIS LC IS A BEAUTY!

[@abmalikahmad3454]

My strong admiration for your Outdoor Life with your Toyota Land Cruiser. Wishing you well and many adventures to come.

[@ferdinandsanjuan4955]

Toyota LandCruiser never die❤👍

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed :)

[@KeiTruckNomads]

Im really a huge fan of japanese cars! Thank you for sharing your fj70 !

[@JunOutdoors]

My pleasure!

[@danniezki]

Your mechanic is amazing, he's really "Kung fu master mechanic", very knowledgeable, skilled, experienced and lots of wisdom in auto mechanics and electrical works, you're very lucky you have him work on your car

[@Hamad.Kuwaitt]

Great review, it takes a lot of effort and money, but it's worth it because this vehicle is the desert caravan... I enjoyed this... It deserves admiration and subscribing to the channel

[@dennisvun8863]

Thanks for documenting this. Interesting and learned a lot

[@JunOutdoors]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dennissy7549]

I enjoyed watching this video and it brings back so many good memories of when I was your age and trying to fix up an old vehicle. Thank you very much for sharing the video and I wish you a great adventure ahead, be safe. Greetings from the Philippines.

[@JunOutdoors]

Thank you so much!

[@watchvidsandcomment1]

Great Video! Stumbled upon this in my algorithm, not sure how. Wong Sifu reminds me a lot of my dad who enjoys fixing cars the old fashioned way, pouring liquids in without a funnel and making a mess everywhere but ensuring that air bubbles are coming out and the system is fully bled. Lots of respect and I also learned a bit too! Will be following for more videos! :)

[@adrleo]

Love your LC rebuild and all the outdoors activities! New subs here~~ Kepp living your dream life~~!!

[@MohdFahmi-y4e]

Terbaik jun outdoor..servis menarik NTN bearing..💥 good jobs..ini barulah owner yang terbaik...keluar camping pn tak risau sgt sbb land cruiser dah servis..😊

[@halooord]

Living my dream, with one of my dream cars. The LC is timeless.

[@andykstan]

Very skilled full mechanic and old school type.. very very rare.. also 4X4 specialist.. bravo!

[@jmbf4191]

This is so therapeutic

[@Wijkkie]

What a beautiful Toyota you have !!!

[@JunOutdoors]

It sure is! Thanks!

[@andrewhardcastle7982]

What a great project ! I’m looking for one at the moment

[@JunOutdoors]

Go for it!

[@A4_family_outdoors]

I'm also excited to see the restoration of your car. Looks like I need to find a Toyota Landcruiser too.

[@JunOutdoors]

Go for it! :)

[@zackywacky1621]

This LandCruiser is a classic..boxy but solid❤❤❤

[@shanep4]

Amazing video Jun so interesting xie xie, your Landcruiser is looking great!

[@markstravels757]

Cool video, that’s good the bearings are made in Japan. Excellent quality too.

[@JunOutdoors]

Yes they are! Thanks for watching :)

[@supra6492]

Love this type of a video

[@whynot0969]

So satisfying watching the new bearings going in and everything greased up beautifully 👌 the simple pleasures in life 😅😂

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed!

[@Raj-nh3fc]

It is like getting that long awaited and neglected hair cut! You feel great afterwards 😊!

[@benzonjhermogeno]

Master shifu is a real master here👍

[@samng2885]

look so cute when you replace brake pad job😊

[@stendecstretcher5678]

Good on you for having a go. You will save a lot of money in the long run.

[@JunOutdoors]

Hope so! Thanks :)

[@johnchristianlorenzo3221]

Had the same clicking issues on my 1989 hj61 on full lock. Much more pronounced on full steering lock at 4H/4L. There was rust on the cv(birfield axle) ball bearings and bearing raise. Although there were no visible signs of pitting, it was out of spec / tolerance already. Replaced with new oem toyota part and the clicking was gone.

[@JunOutdoors]

You are absolutely spot on with the symptoms. Pretty much the same as mine. And mine does have a rusty CV joint. Thanks for sharing your insight!

[@tempestv8]

@1:25 mark I see that you have a wheel spacer when the wheel was removed. I would NOT recommend any form of spacers because it puts the wheel bearings at a very different loading to how Toyota designed it. Perhaps you need the spacer due to a different wheel offset, and maybe that's OK, but I wouldn't recommend it, if the wheel offset is as per factory spec. Avoid deep water crossings (even though they are so much fun) and the front wheel bearings and clutch will last heaps longer without needing frequent servicing. 🙂 @9:05 mark I would have started the engine to flush out the dirty old coolant from the engine block as well. Nonetheless, good to see Toyota genuine coolant used instead of some aftermarket stuff. You didn't disclose what the fix was for the knocking sound, but it still does sound like a faulty CV joint or faulty free wheeling hub.

[@JunOutdoors]

Thanks for your tips and advice! I really appreciate it. The clicking noise is not 100% diagnosed yet but it is most probably due to a rusty CV joint, which I'll replace eventually.

[@lawrencewilson3117]

Love the videos. Keep them coming.

[@mrbisaya]

i have a 2000 Hilux LN166 that I bought in 2014 and I'm slowly restoring the truck by myself. One worn out parts at a time.

[@tjcben1]

Nice ride...love the color and wheel and tire combo.

[@trolzealot8635]

I love your videos, I feel the same joy when I fix my Land Cruiser

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed. Thanks for watching!

[@ManzoGee12160]

The love and compassion for your vintage landcruiser is infinite. Keep doing what you love and what makes you happy. By the way, have you identified what made the clucking sound?

[@JunOutdoors]

It's a journey that requires putting in alot of TLC! The clicking noise is likely due to a rusty CV joint. Will get it replaced eventually

[@tchin6339]

This mechanic knows what he is doing..

[@MohammadAlImranKassim]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and enjoyment. The LC certainly lives up to its reputation well. Uncle Wong Sifu certainly is a master with vast amount of knowledge - would be great to see his workshop getting many more customers after your video. Again, thanks for sharing with us your journey and the amazing times you have with the LC.

[@JunOutdoors]

It's my pleasure to share. Thank you for watching !

[@2THGap]

Sifu made it all look so simple. Next I hope you will also replace the fuel filter.

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed, diesel filter is due for change soon!

[@adr1anpurba]

Wonderful car u have jun!

[@joshbenz7663]

13:53 dont smoke so much 😂 what a good advice 😄

[@allancristophe6810]

ah the joys and the pains of owning a 30 year old kzj78.. I too have been thru transmission rebuild..injection pump rebuild timing belt brakes ,differential since i owned it in 2016...might be costlier maintaining it than a brand new one but once you get it right the joy is priceless...I notice you speak a mix of cantonese and mandarin to Sifu Uncle there quite unique

[@JunOutdoors]

Some people call it crazy but I guess it's something that only vintage vehicle owners would understand! It's still a steep learning curve for me though.

[@allancristophe6810]

@@JunOutdoors just a tip from ny experience is aside from oil changes the most important to thing care for with our 1kz engines is its cooling system never ever let it overheat even once or you will have to jave it overhaul worse is a warped cylinder head..other than that this engine is pretty robust even will outlive the newer toyota kd or gd or a mitsu 4N...

[@jonaarch]

Thanks for sharing your journey with the 33yo FJ70. You helped me make a decision to buy one that looks just like yours in FL.

[@JunOutdoors]

My pleasure. Good luck looking for the LC of your dreams!

[@abmalikahmad3454]

Forgot to tell you that you have got Good, Reliable & Friendly mechanics. Which are rare these days!!

[@chevyls7189]

As a J75 owner myself please use coolant only don’t mix it. The block and water pump overtime will be rusted through and weak. I learned that the hard way

[@เเจ็คดอสั้น-ภ9ต]

Love your vdos. A fan from Thailand ❤

[@JunOutdoors]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@prasannakurukuladithya7630]

Glad the LC70 is in roadworthy condition. Suggest you consider installing ARB differential breathers if traveling over water. Learn the reason for requirement from ARB website. Air ram head should face forward.Raised air intake(snorkel) should be one piece version instead of Toyota two piece version if traversing water.That too can be learnt from ARB website. Reduce the height and adjust to a maximum of two inches of the vehicle .The reason is LC70 has a boxy body compared to LC200 or LC300. Since an overhead tent has been installed, the vehicle is top heavy. Hence helps to keep the centre of gravity of the vehicle when negotiating tight corners or on roads with deep ruts. Later when enough funds available, consider upgrading to a set of Harrop e-lockers for front and rear differential (you’ll never regret that decision).😊 When travelling at high speed, spacers and bead lock wheels may cause injury or an accident to you;vehicle;other traffic and pedestrians/bystanders. They are illegal to use on sealed roads (highways/freeways) in most countries.

[@JunOutdoors]

Thanks for sharing. Cheers :)

[@grahameroberts8109]

@@JunOutdoors Ram should face backwards.

[@juanmufora]

no other words to describe this......Mantap!

[@DarrenChongMG]

Good that Wong Sifu kinda like one stop station where mechanical n a little bit of electronic can be done.. Good job Wong Sifu!

[@JunOutdoors]

Indeed! We all love Wong Sifu :)

[@bt1163]

Old 4x4s are easier to repair not like the new electronic types with tons of gadgets 😊 you bought the right car 😊 i had a old jeep grand cherokee 4ltr petrol but in UK too expensive to repair so i sold it.

[@JeffSanchez19]

You're awesome Jun, love you. ♥

[@PranjiBoyMascrinhos]

Fascinating, Jun. 👍

[@silwan6784]

Always liked this vehicle. Never owned one. Good work by your Mechanic and you.

[@JunOutdoors]

It's a great car. Thanks!

[@CarlosCruz-sm3ft]

I hope in my life time I could own 79 series this is my dream car

[@billhearing3355]

these vehicals made some 30 to 60 years ago is meant to allow the owner to service and repair. Nowadays, you own the vehical for 10 to 15 years and it become not repairable or not worthwhile repairing due to high cost, and the parts are so expensive, forcing you to buy a new one. Amazing how you can still get parts for a 30 years old toyota land cruiser. I can see the machanic is doing a good job. thank you for the video.

[@banan912]

Well done 👏

[@markreynolds3850]

Great video, enjoyed him rebuild this.👍😋

[@rxlky]

Let's go roadtrip down here in indonesia. I'll use my old CRV :)

[@loo0201]

Takes alot of dedicaition and TLC!!!!! well done Jun!

[@sooaun]

Great job! I really enjoyed this video, thanks!

[@JunOutdoors]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@robertheu4590]

Nice job Jun ready for your next adventure❤

[@markreynolds3850]

Great video, enjoyed him rebuild this.👍😋 birfield is worn out.

[@herryrachmad333]

work and smoke are right combinations to some people, nice car anyway

[@misterpotato4775]

Hi Madame, I would like to clear out few things. 1. Don't use a tap water for your coolant, you'll somehow potentially give a rust or some problems to the engine. Tap water isn't filtered to the point where there's no small particles, it'll have small particles which leads to potential bigger problem in the end. Once or twice isn't an issue but if you're gonna use it for a long time, then it'll be a problem. 2. As the other person said, don't use spacers as it gives wears to the wheel bearing. So there's that just hope you read through this comments n might think about it. Wanna keep a Toyota for a longer time.

[@JunOutdoors]

Hi, thank you so much for your tips and insights :)

[@owenhanna9689]

Great job! Unfortunately I am not very mechanically inclined. So I opted for a new vehicle for my travels.

[@JunOutdoors]

There's no right or wrong! It's all personal preference :)

[@mikogarage]

I own LC100 and i like your video....

[@JunOutdoors]

Great. Thanks!

[@darcicustan9488]

Hi, nice, can share the workshop details, nice to have u around to share some knowledge, I plan to upgrade my prado too

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Did you end up finding where that clicking noise is coming from?

[@JunOutdoors]

Not entirely diagnosed or rectified yet but it is most likely due to a rusty CV joint. Will get it replaced eventually

[@honghk3785]

Hi Jun, great videos of your LC maintenance works. I have been following many of your adventures since your Forester's days. I own a Forester and a LC2 too and may need to do some maintenance works. Your "sifu" is highly skilled and it is rare to find one. Any chance of sharing the contact? Thanks and think safety always.

[@chenalex3259]

TO be honest, in nowadays to find a good and experienced mechanic is hard to find, it doesnt mean u have money, they willing to spend their time for u.

[@whooshsg]

Maybe you should consider installing a leisure battery in the cab to power the fridge, ventilation, charging devices, camp lights etc.... Don't think it's a good idea to rely on the primary battery to power house needs.. Might have to have an uprated alternator to take care of battery charging needs, and maybe add a solar panel to augment the charging needs of the leisure battery.

[@pyronitro]

just came upon this channel, Beautiful Land Cruiser! Toyotas are relatively easy to work on. learning about your favorite ride is just part of the fun experience. like any hobby worth having, there is a cost. Thank to you Wong Shifu's patience. xie xie ni Shi Fu! take care of your rust when you can. enjoy!

[@JunOutdoors]

Thank you so much!

[@Bipolar_Bear7774]

Trade in your current rims..find the right offset rim for LC..not really recommended using wheel spacer. You will feel the different after using the right offset rims.

[@philpmo2620]

Nice video

[@RhythmofOverlanding]

Jun well done, next time when I need to changed brake pad I may need your assistant.

[@JunOutdoors]

Haha sure! I may take wayyyyyyy longer than any mechanic but I'll ensure it gets done eventually lol

[@RhythmofOverlanding]

@@JunOutdoors It's just kidding, hope you don't mind. Hope you gain more experience for off road handling skill soon. Yeehaaaa

[@tiger-rt1yo]

good job ！ 师傅很cool，老LC好玩

[@sakabatanuki9744]

please read this, I noticed he did not fill grease reservoir with grease. Filling of the grease reservoir with grease is a must to do, this help keeps the wheel bearing from overheating. If you don't fill the grease reservoir your new bearing will last about 6 months to 1 year.

[@deriusnorris4463]

It's great to see an owner get her hands dirty, great job. What was the clucking noise?

[@JunOutdoors]

The clucking noise is not 100% diagnosed yet but it is most probably due to a rusty CV joint. Will get it replaced eventually :)

[@michelle-lz8tg]

your bearings are identical in setup to the old Willys jeeps....the outer housing has a square plug in it that you are supposed to pump in a liquid grease slurry, this lubricates your CV joint as well as the upper and lower steering bearings....without the grease slurry being flung up when the wheel turns, the top bearing does not get lubricated an will wear out quickly....it also lubricates the felt at the back as you steer.

[@JunOutdoors]

Wow, thanks for this info. Really helpful :)

[@pencariemas3837]

😂haiyaaa... sifuuu jgn hisap rokok byk sangat😂😂😂

[@mukmininyusof748]

Mantap and terbaik jun....

[@mmmmmmmmm6094]

👍Pozdrawiam z Polski 🇵🇱

[@Ironhorse223]

Good job Thks for sharing

[@JunOutdoors]

Thanks for watching :)

[@apoltravelvlog6464]

I Iike your Land cruiser.

[@eddiesoh9959]

I love the old school Mechanic Uncles.. always with the cigarettes :)

[@nicasiolipez5775]

use 50/50 coolant and distilled water to flush the radiator to avoid rust build-up

[@fanaticforager6610]

A Salute 🫡 to the Japanese 🇯🇵 Adaptation of the M51 Chevrolet ⚙️🎵🦘

[@09baher]

Thank you for sharing, beautiful journey. I just feel so bad all bad (poison) coolant that were drained out to the soil/ground which is very bad for the environment. They should be collected into a container and recycled properly. Xie Xie!

[@JunOutdoors]

Thanks for your insight :)

[@09baher]

@@JunOutdoors ❤ I truly admired Wong Shifu work. It reminded me of my dad.

[@imranrindhbaloch6553]

Jun At least you learn alot from this land cruiser and tell me which is your next target 4x4.

[@JunOutdoors]

For now I'm happy with this 4x4 and don't have a next target 4x4. Maybe a Troopy but that should be the ultimate one :)

[@Cijon]

Very nice, where is the workshop located?

[@ckng2680]

Enjoy your video ❤

[@JunOutdoors]

Thank you! 🤗

[@thekrakensf7077]

We miss Kak Maz❤