PDP 300 Series Landcruiser UPDATE! Trav's Impressions!!

[@ncci1231]

The ideas you provided for modifying the vehicle are practical and innovative. Here is a summary of the steps that can be followed to implement these modifications: 1. **Adding a Water Tank:** - **50-liter tank:** Can be installed in place of the seats while keeping space for additional equipment. - **100-liter tank:** Will take up the entire seat area. 2. **Installing an Air Compressor and Lithium Battery:** - The air compressor can be installed next to the water tank (in the case of a 50-liter tank). - It is preferable to use a thin lithium battery and avoid installing it in the front to prevent malfunction due to heat. 3. **Using ARB Drawers:** - Make use of ARB drawers and avoid using a kitchen setup as it takes up storage space. 4. **Adding Lights Above the Tires:** - Install lights above the tires for better illumination when refilling the tires. 5. **Adding Lights on the Car Body:** - You can add lights to the car body, and I will send you more details via email if needed.

[@Mouldyturnip75]

More on the solid-state switching. Impressive brackets and utilisation of factory mounting options.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Done! Video coming soon!!

[@Rooler694]

I wonder how well the new prado landcruiser is going to go. Would be an interesting to compare them both.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Agreed!! We like the look of them, keen to see it with our own eyes once it officially hits the market

[@timfreeman2603]

I’ve had 3x 200 series and haven’t made the jump to a 300 yet. Your review and one by BAW don’t convince me that it’s better.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

That's fair! Each to their own. As Trav has mentioned... currently his heart is still with the 200!! Time will tell if that changes.

[@DaciaProject]

I am in the position to buy either a 2018 LC 150 Prado or a 2013 LC 200. What would you suggest?

[@archiekabooom2928]

Great car and great review

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Thanks mate! Appreciate you watching

[@trg3761]

Is that wrapped ? If I do get one I think I’d want to wrap it for protection

[@lawrenceproctor8613]

Going by that fuel filter location Toyota know this vehicle is going to be a pavement princess. For 4wd to have that in such a vulnerable area not just getting knocked but water and dust.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

One of the things we do not like about the 300 Series. Would love to ask the engineers what was going through their heads with that one....

[@adampowell4867]

The GX is the best model for touring. Fit it with lockers and it's super.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Twin Locked > any fancy traction tech

[@jerryfrench2981]

@@PerthDieselPerformance I bought a Sahara as they had a stock one & quoted a year delivery for the GR Sport. I had front & rear diff e-lockers installed. I've spent far too much modifying it so far but still not finished... :P

[@AshleyPearceImages]

The Bonfire night was started by my mate who now the event celebrates…BTW..I’m still undecided on the 300 but have moved on from our Kimberley Kamper

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

That's good to know! Thanks Ashley

[@emu4wd]

Great Vid. Just got my VX in June. First Land Cruiser but the mods are starting. Can I ask what aux battery did you install and can you share how the jump start feature works? Steve 🇦🇺

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

The Invicta Lithium Battery. Hybrid that is designed for under bonnet and cranking capabilities. The jump start is a momentary switch in cab when held down links the battery, good for jump starting and even winching!

[@marcelogarcia5094]

Great vid 👍

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrisdrinan4338]

You didn’t mention adblue. My guess is all these additional sweeteners will be to offset the fact the 2025 300 series will come with adblue, watch this space.

[@petermills1402]

Some concerns about operating a Lithium underbonnet battery in an environment within a few inches of 600degC+ exhaust/turbos operating and 80-100degC engine block, that puny heat shield will do nothing on a 30degC day out on the WA tracks. Maybe install a temp probe to see if the batt operation is at or over specified temp after a drive. The bluetooth batt likely has a high temp cutoff I suspect but that is a last port of call for battery charging at the high end of the danger point but may not help future longevity of the Li battery (around 50-60degC and that Li batt will be 'cookin'). Ask yourself, do I need to take the risk operating an Li Batt at constant high temps? Will my insurance (or Invicta) pay out a battery fire situation? Maybe in 1 year remove battery and perform a discharge test to see if the overall capacity has tanked or on the way. If the Invicta batt has a 5 year warranty (like most other Li batts these days) test it every year and if/when it drops to 80% capacity keep claiming warranty. If the warranty is less than 5 years I would be suspicious. Maybe just fit a stop/start high qual batt under there for absolute peace of mind.

[@scottbromley2309]

Is that factory paint/colour?? Looks matt finish.

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

It’s wrapped

[@DaciaProject]

When is the LC 400 due? Anywhere from 2033-2035, or?

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Likely around then, the 300 is still fresh and new, I can't imagine there even being any development from Toyota on it as of yet.

[@pheakdeypheun1602]

What’s the tire size?

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

@@pheakdeypheun1602 285/70r17

[@JasonMcMahon-h1c]

Is prado not just a hilux wagon ? . I've owned a 60 ,80 105, 100 and 200 . A prado is not a land cruiser. It's a fantastic vehicle but it's no landcruiser

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Arguably the Fortuner is now the Hilux Wagon. We have heaps of banter in the office here about the Prado not being a Landcruiser, though it is labelled as such from Toyota. It's certainly up for debate!

[@bigdazza77]

Pay all that money and they still can’t seal an airbox. What a slap in the face to consumers with that much money to spend

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

We agree. We are working towards finding out why this is the case AGAIN.

[@williehasenbos4899]

you lost weight !!

[@YenZenBamboo]

It’s not worth 150k$ plus

[@PerthDieselPerformance]

Certainly a huge topic for debate there. And a common thought too.

[@YenZenBamboo]

Luxury Car Tax and stamp duty. Ridiculous !

[@thelonewolf666]

its funny how the die hard toyota buyers keep lining up, keep paying 60k more than its worth and toyota laugh at you, ive had 7 landcruisers and then after my 200 series, ordered a 300, then test drove a y62 and cancelled the 300 order--- time to move on people

[@1989cranston]

You understand there is nothing wrong with liking something just because you like it yea? Your comment seems weird as. Just buy what you want people lol

[@rezuuz]

​@@1989cranstonHe never owned a Toyota landcruiser full of shit .😊

[@marcelogarcia5094]

Your choice Go watch Nissan videos from now on.

[@mortyoreilly]

I have a low km 105 series with front and rear factory lockers. It’s a tough, very reliable car that I can fix myself, the only downside being its thirst. I waited for the 300 as a possible replacement but no way can I justify the $125k change-over cost. I’d consider a GX but you can’t option it with diff locks. Now waiting for the new Y63.

[@obs2746]

Totally agree, we test drove the 300, got 10 kms and took it back and then bought a y62.