Saw the title and thought “it better be a land cruiser” and I was not disappointed
@TheDrunkLibertarian3 жыл бұрын
Same haha, id argue for an 80 series but the 100 is a close second
@evolutionglitch47393 жыл бұрын
I thought similar... "better be a hilux"... I was disappointed... but not terribly 😂
@dcurtish913 жыл бұрын
Same, would have preferred to see a gx470, but close enough 😂
@ranran28063 жыл бұрын
Aussies will tell you the same. Although they put the 105 over the 100.
@buffsamuraifred60373 жыл бұрын
More capable than the current g wagon, except the much need power bump
@Mrmojoman193 жыл бұрын
I bought a land cruiser 3 days ago. 2021 stock. None of my Range Rover driving neighbors know what it is. It’s essentially a grey man vehicle. Low key badges nothing flashy. I love it.
@REAPER3fitty3 жыл бұрын
Sorry
@B58SupraA903 жыл бұрын
Didn't have $20k for a LC100 so I dropped $10k on an 07 GX470. That Prado life.
@bilbo57753 жыл бұрын
Those things are very capable. very affordable little sleeper expedition vehicles.
@alcopower57103 жыл бұрын
Same here.......got a 06 GX470 last October. Have had a 95 and 97 LC and loved them but like the GX even better.
@chadleat42603 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2004 GX with 105,000 miles on it for $12,000. Amazing SUV! J120.
@bergi853 жыл бұрын
Same! I bought an 08 GX470 and love it. Same 4.7l V8 in a better looking package IMO.
@williamdavies11928 ай бұрын
I have a 99 100 series and an 05 GX470. They are both great!
@lucillewest34892 жыл бұрын
Have a 2004 LX470. Last year made at the old Araco factory. Basically handbuilt before a lot of the older techs retired and they switched to the new, more automated factory. I’ll take the smaller hp for my perceived better build quality. Also, it still has 320ft/lbs of torque. At 182k, I’ve replaced the shocks, and my bulbs are still good on height control. Prices are going up, but you can still look around and find a great truck for under $20k.
@coachcannonstm3 жыл бұрын
I have a 1999 100 Series and I’m eagerly watching and waiting for the odometer to hit 300K in the next few weeks. And she’s still running strong. Great video and thanks for sharing.
@richienell3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. My family has driven LC/LXs and nothing but since 1996 when we got our first 1992 80 series. We have had 12 since then and still have eight of those today. Six hundys and two 80's. Five being daily drivers. I DD mine in the woods every day as a timberland manager and land broker. It has 424k miles and my son's 1996 LX has 490k miles. Most others are 350k +. And yes you're correct, the best made machine on the planet. Very cheap to own beginning with finding the right purchase.
@BIGE13123 жыл бұрын
Can always count on getting good, common sense survival and tactical advice from you. Thanks again, Mike! Love the channel!
@johnc64663 жыл бұрын
Just some constructive criticism here: The "80 Series" that you showed at 1:37 is actually a FJ62 Series, not an 80. The 80s were from 91-97; the 62 that you showed was prob an 89 or 90. They look substantially different, but no big deal. Im a cruiser geek, so I notice stuff like that.
@category-theory3 жыл бұрын
Yeah no offense but if youre gonna do a video about LCs at least do a little homework. Those of us that own and love our LCs are a little obsessive and ya never confuse the models ;). Good video though. 100s are decent, but if ya need UZ in a good platform the 4th gen 4R is lighter and has lots of the same features.... and is cheaper.
@xk11193 жыл бұрын
@@category-theory thanks took the words right outta my mouth! 80 series and 60 series big difference brother!
@kleinbiker13 жыл бұрын
Came here to say this. The 80 series and 60 series look nothing alike. Also nobody says LC100.
@manclectic52033 жыл бұрын
@@kleinbiker1 lol very true.
@davidhunt96922 жыл бұрын
@@category-theory or 1st gen Sequoias are very capable as well, and very affordable.
@rileyj.hennigh59993 жыл бұрын
Awesome cars and great info. Your photo at 1:36 is actually an FJ62, not an FJ80.
@flydriveride3 жыл бұрын
Mike, I gotta hand it to ya. You guys seem to be spear-heading what I see as a much more realistic, attainable and sustainable mindset lifestyle that I, and many people I know, have spent years looking for a common ground approach to self and small group sustainability that includes a family with small kids. Thank you.
@northeastohio51503 жыл бұрын
I drove a jeep cherokee sport for a long time, by the time I I broke it, had 700,000 miles on it. I loved that vehicle.
@khyoon143 жыл бұрын
Which year. The old online 6 was damn near bomb proof
@northeastohio51503 жыл бұрын
@@khyoon14 1996 I have been looking for another one ever since that has low miles an little rust, I want to turn it into my bug out vehicle, it would be fun to build another one.
@khyoon143 жыл бұрын
@@northeastohio5150 i typed online instead inline. lol I haven't seen those in forever. Too bad chrysler likes to go with obsolete products
@abrahamlincoln66193 жыл бұрын
Straight six 4.0 I'm assuming? I met a guy with almost a million miles, he replaced the trans a couple times (automatic) but the engine had bever been touched. Crazy reliable.
@robertlarsen65163 жыл бұрын
Miss my 2001 Cherokee Sport. Her name was Cutalatah...Cherokee for female warrior...that inline six was nice!
@dannyschwarz64693 жыл бұрын
This is honestly my dream rig
@JustBeAdude3 жыл бұрын
LC’s in general are rugged as hell, the few I had in Africa were beasts. Just a shame that Toyota went the luxury route with the new ones, brand new ones start at $85k which is insane.
@hollywood846603 жыл бұрын
Ya there crazy expensive but omg I drove in a newer one 2014 200 series and wow I didn't feel the bumps or potholes the ride Quality was epic
@JustBeAdude3 жыл бұрын
@@hollywood84660 I can agree, had a 2011 rental for local type things when I was in Africa and it was Uber comfy, it was too pretty though and we never wanted to jack it up haha! I’ll take the older models, they are built to be used and abused. We need to get away from this luxury vehicle every model concept as of late.
@JoeO.3 жыл бұрын
It’s even more of a shame that Toyota killed off the LC in the USA after this year. The Lexus LX will still be available here, but they set up the LC to fail on a large scale - they went luxury route and forced to compete w/Lexus instead of keeping it a workhorse, then they forced the knowledgeable and faithful LC purists to shell out $$$ (and be subjected to Toyota dealership level of customer service with techs who know so little about the vehicle) and they never really promoted/supported it the LC in the US, so laypersons just thought it was an $80-90k Highlander that then had to compete with 4Runners and Sequoias. There’s a reason why NATO, UN, State Department, etc drive these in some of the harshest places on earth. This is not flashy and will get you anywhere you want and back for 25 years or more. The LX will perform mechanically as well, but it has ridiculous Battlestar Galactica styling that requires significant modifications to take off-road on top of a price tag that far exceeds that of the LC to begin with. (At the 100 series level tho, an LC or LX is good to go. The LC 200 series is even better, but the LX is more divergent from the LC roots.)
@Andy69Mac19693 жыл бұрын
@@JoeO. Such a pity you didn't get the 70 Series TLCs in the US. i would have loved the aftermarket accessory industry that would have seen for the 70. There are some great places here in Aus though and the 70 is like "Lego" to build on.
@Andy69Mac19693 жыл бұрын
@David Turner isn't that the truth.... !
@Texassmith90953 жыл бұрын
I am the proud owner of a1992 Jeep Cherokee that I bought for $600. It had 275000 miles on it and everything still works except the cruise control. May not be pretty but it still kicks ass .
@classicrocker813 жыл бұрын
Love the 100 series platform! A few of my coworkers have them and they are bulletproof vehicles. One of them is just shy of 300,000 miles another one has over 200k, both run perfect.
@noctilucent73964 ай бұрын
That's badass.
@jasonland99213 жыл бұрын
After looking extensively for one of these that was lower mileage, clean, and affordable I settled on a 5th gen 4runner. Love the LC100, its only weakness is the timing belt that needs to be replaced every 100k because if it breaks the pistons will meet the valves.
@mimpcinco1353 жыл бұрын
But you said it 100k miles
@Dan762X39P2 жыл бұрын
Until that 2006-2007 40hp jump- they were non-interference engines- meaning that if that belt snapped you would just need to replace the belt and not the whole engine. I own a 2002. The timing/water pump and all tensioners will run you about 12-1400 if installed at a dealership. If you buy the (oem) parts and complete it yourself you are at 1/3rd to 1/2 of that price--- and you have more money and access to refresh "while you are in there" type maintenance and parts.
@brkbtjunkie Жыл бұрын
90k
@jabsterlustina9463 жыл бұрын
Right on good purchase. Yeah I cant recommend it enough. I’ve have na LX470 for 2 years now and it never let me down
@brianhetrick13013 жыл бұрын
Yes the EDC part of go gear should extend to your vehicle. Good point Mike.
@nunya95553 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. Couldn't afford the LC, but I found a first gen Toyota Sequoia. Traded a rifle system for it and have started going through it to assure reliability and usability. The Sequoia is NOT an LC obviously, but has the same engine, and a similar 4wd system. Has a center locking xfer case. Same 4.7, but first gen Sequoias have 240hp, while the 2nd have 285 and another gear in the trans. I love these 4.7 engines! Guys, do your research for yourselves, but don't overlook a Sequoia that can be had for $5k. If your budget will not allow for an LC, then maybe the Seq can fit the bill.
@stevenphotog45943 жыл бұрын
I love your approach towards setting up your vehicle. I prefer functionality over aesthetics and to me just makes more sense. I've always had this attitude even when I was a young man as far as just being able to at a moments notice to get off any main thoroughfare. I'm currently using a 1st gen. sequoia which I love. Same powerplant as your rig. It's a little large but still a very capable off-road rig. New subscriber and look forward to your content.
@sethmurphy76563 жыл бұрын
60, 80, and 100 series owner here. I concur.
@kurtgellert91663 жыл бұрын
I have an '04 and love it! One thing to consider is an extended range fuel tank. These are gas hogs with a 25 gal tank. Would love to see you incorporate that and the pro's, con's, and challenges with those. Like you did with your Ram Cummins.
@JannibalForKing Жыл бұрын
100 series is the best LC ever!! - a fellow 100 series owner
@hautala883 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to this build! I just began building my own 2001 4runner.
@NigelNaughton3 жыл бұрын
good luck...keep it lean, light and don't spend a lot of unnecessary money. Save it for gas and go explore.
@thegamecockdude3 жыл бұрын
@@NigelNaughton I have 2 myself 95 limited and a 94 🤘
@allinsurvival75423 жыл бұрын
You guys are the best, this might be the best overall,,, BUT I took your advice and got a RAM diesel and am currently kitting it out, should be posting and update to that on the channel this week. LIVE preparedness and a lifestyle!!! love it..
@Andy69Mac19693 жыл бұрын
I have a soft spot for the 100series. For the longest time I was going to move out of my 80 Series into a 100 but never did find just the right one. I prefer the base model diesels (barn doors at the back). As the other Aussies posting here note we are a bit spoiled for vehicles here. Anyway I ended up getting a deal on a 76 Series GXL that has been absorbing all my spare cash of late. I need to watch the rest of this series now....
@blehbleh2223 жыл бұрын
Here in Australia, we have these at the best they can be in the whole world
@The_Professional_Hobbiest3 жыл бұрын
Amen, but you can also buy a 79 series new so you got it pretty perfect
@silverrunner86873 жыл бұрын
@@The_Professional_Hobbiest oh how I wish the states would get the 79 series.
@djw54153 жыл бұрын
South Africa disagrees haha
@Shane-Singleton3 жыл бұрын
You guys down in Australia are lucky that you have those LC's all over the place. I'd love to have a diesel manual 80 series. Been watching too much 4WD 24/7.
@blehbleh2223 жыл бұрын
@@Shane-Singleton Hahaha yeah those 80 series are hard to come by for sure! Shauno is just down the road from me 🤘🏽
@GX470adventure3 жыл бұрын
Glad you're back on the tube....
@MrJungst3 жыл бұрын
Production quality is improving with each video. It’s noticeable. 👍🏼
@jonathanmuniz43412 жыл бұрын
Picked up a beautiful well maintained '04 LX 470 and this video helped make that decision easy.
@dvg3503 жыл бұрын
These LC overland builds are fantastic! Currently building out my '19 Tundra 🤙
@stevog443 жыл бұрын
Same here 18 crewmax. Hopefully will be done w the major stuff by December. As of now wanting gears and locker. Rear bumper and kings all the way around.
@BarracudaBud3 жыл бұрын
Just bought a Lexus GX470 for all the same reasons 👍
@REAPER3fitty3 жыл бұрын
Sigh
@cellwithinacell36023 жыл бұрын
@@REAPER3fitty why sigh amigo
@Gilbertmk23 жыл бұрын
I agree, the landcruiser platform is the best. A close 2nd to me is the 4runner which is what I'm running now (5th gen). Gonna slowly built it into a balanced, capable all purppse machine.
@randyjordan66663 жыл бұрын
The jdm spec'd landcruiser comment caught me off guard lol, Mike knows whats up
@jamescrawford97653 жыл бұрын
Have a 08 tacoma with 315 thousand on it and still going strong love the vid mike
@jjdogbutte3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love my 05’ Taco now at 137k, my best vehicle purchase...ever!
@MD-dw5qg7 ай бұрын
I have a 2006 LC. I bought it about 4 years ago with about 130k miles on it.
@Jonasay103 жыл бұрын
So I have this Rig (2006 LC100) purchased new. Only parts I've had to replace are water pump and radiator. I have ARB front and rear bumper, winch, roof rack and once you load it your AHC will start to flash and the elevated position sometime worked sometime didn't work. Call Slee they can walk you thru options - locking it up (cheapest) or removing the system. I removed the AHC and went with Slee Old Man Emu kit with heavy springs. Highway driving is not as smooth, but is still good and off-road is slightly better. The best part of this truck is it is an amazing everyday vehicle that works very well off-road. Biggest negative is 250-275 miles on a tank of gas (loaded up).
@concernedpatriot.22213 жыл бұрын
I have the same line of thinking and took the same considerations when I purchased my 2017 F-350. Even going to do same modifications. I already installed 35” A/T tires with no suspension lift and looking to install the steel front and rear bumpers with winch ( looking at road armor bumpers ) and that’s it.
@kichaa133 жыл бұрын
1:34 thats a 60 series, not 80.
@CurlysCruisers3 жыл бұрын
Some wankers are so full of themselves they will never know.
@MikeGloverActual3 жыл бұрын
Yes we inserted the wrong photo, we have three of them, our bad.
@CurlysCruisers3 жыл бұрын
@@MikeGloverActual As with most things in life, when you attempt to speak from a position of authority, with a tone of being all knowing about the subject, People will scrutinize what you are saying. I have 4 LC's, a BJ40, BJ74, HZJ75 and a 100 series. Will be adding a HDJ81 to the fleet soon. If I go around talking to people like they are stupid and then say call my BJ74 a BJ40, I would be showing that I may not be the authority on the topic as I was implying. But hey, all good. All that matters is that you like your vehicle for your reasons, no matter what you decide to lable it.
@jimmythegeekstickeyrice60623 жыл бұрын
With all due respect your off by one year. 2008 land cruiser provides a chain vs a timing belt that needs to be changed every 90K miles. Additionally it’s a 5.7 vs 4.7 engine it’s same engine transmission used in the Tundra the body style is same as 2020 model year it has a dope cold box in front seat area and except for stationary 3rd row seats it’s just a better choice in my opinion. Smoke em if you got em.....
@truthlover23193 жыл бұрын
It's A Good Video . Mike Glover Is Much Smarter Than All Of Our Politicians .
@paratrooperlane70223 жыл бұрын
Finally, you're showing the best of the best.
@simplemanduke71283 жыл бұрын
I recommend a prefilter for your snorkel. It'll help keep the engine filter cleaner. It's a game changer. Maybe limb risers too cheap to make build and good quick content for an overlanding demographic vid. Just a suggestion.
@coondogsoutdooradventures2484 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2006 GX-470 and love it! It's just as bullet proof!
@pczTV3 жыл бұрын
I couldn’t afford the land cruiser.... so I got a 4Runner. The LC little brother
@nunya95553 жыл бұрын
Same here. I got the LC's bigger brother, the Sequoia
@Ulfstigandr3 жыл бұрын
For a dd overlander/bugout, the argument for ifs is its comfortable. But the argument for solid axle is it can take a hit and not likely to break. Such as swerve to avoid something and hit a curb as you attempt to bug out. IFS your going to break a control arm. Solid axle your going to bend a radious arm. A broken a arm cant be easily fixed, a bent radious arm can be straightened and continued on the journey.
@MZ-bl6wg2 жыл бұрын
Man I didn’t know u were in Heber , I’m just up the road! Love seeing companies like Black Rifle coffee, Hoonigan, Travis Pastrana and some gun runner war fighter groups loving here to utah! Love it! Welcome brother!
@richardlindquist59363 жыл бұрын
Rubicon Recon here, thank you.
@brandonsmisek Жыл бұрын
you are confirming all of my thoughts. great vid thanks for posting this.
@HuggybearActual3 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2009 Honda CR-V....with a Type-R/Mugen decal on the back. 😎
@TheMonicaDBorel3 жыл бұрын
My 1994 landcruiser went until 360K. My best vehicle ever.
@noctilucent73964 ай бұрын
Hey man, I bought a 100 series LC 2006 160k Miles, Looking forward to taking care of it and enjoying my prepper daily
@MR.GRIMM7602 жыл бұрын
I know this is a year old but still I appreciate you Mike
@nathanrushing1118 Жыл бұрын
Noticed the picture of the FJ62 where you said FJ80, I have a 99 100 series and love the way it does, twin locked and competes with even highly modified 80’s on larger tires.
@gride51533 жыл бұрын
Hi there, thank-you for your videos. Personally, I think the LC200 V8 turbo diesel is the superior vehicle. However, for the money you paid, I think you’re right, that LC100 is hard to beat. Enjoy the adventure!
@runnerxa3 жыл бұрын
True but the TTV8 diesel LC200 is not available in the US. Best alternative in the US is one of the fullsize American HD diesel pickup.
@marcochavanne Жыл бұрын
I had a 1999 with 35"s and 5.29 gears with full armor and all the tings. Loved that truck. Had to sell it when I was going through a divorce a while back but plan to get another 100 series or LX470 with Werewolf portals and 37"s.
@Watchinchemtrailz9 ай бұрын
I have a 1st gen Raptor, it tows it off-roads, it road trips. And carries 36 gallons in the tank. 240k miles and she still runs like new.
@melortega62283 жыл бұрын
FJ cruiser was my love for 11yrs until its was totaled as I was rear ended by Semi Truck😟.Shop around for LC100 Series but the price was obtainable for me at the time.Give up on the LC and got a Sequoia instead and loving ever since then, it was hard to pass with 170k miles for $5,500 4.7L v8 and 4x4.Luv this Suv and building it as my overland and daily rig and I don’t mind paying for gas that something I love.
@robertlarsen65163 жыл бұрын
Great video man! Practical, not overtly tactical.
@charlesshankle31782 жыл бұрын
I am going to get one. These are about the only ones that are reasonably priced. Land cruisers are the best
@paulallen2183 жыл бұрын
Love my 100 series. 250k miles and still clicking along. Best rigs around.
@nunya95553 жыл бұрын
I have a Sequoia with 240k. She still runs 100 mph (ish) without complaining
@paulallen2183 жыл бұрын
@@nunya9555 that’s great bro. Extremely underrated rigs!! 4wd Sequoias are pretty hard to find for sale down south. No one ever wants to get rid of them.
@timbaker89283 жыл бұрын
I have an 2004 XL 7. That's a great buyout vehicle! Great on gas and has great ground clearance
@gabrielzazueta22183 жыл бұрын
Nice seeing the 100 get some love
@moritzwassmann1496 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike , nice review/ content ! We bought one, when we did move to OZ in 2019 ( from NZ ) .. it is our camp /outback rig and it works - roof top tent and awning , i like to use an Coleman dual fuel camp cooker .
@shutthegate82323 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike. Lookin' forward to the rest of the vids on the rig. cheers
@timmywinslow3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been looking at the later version pretty hard lately instead of newer 4Runner...it’s hard when I want the FJ62...ok I actually want every version of Land Cruiser ever made.
@zeppelin66013 жыл бұрын
500k miles? How about 1 million. It's been accomplished twice now with the Tundra, although I don't see why that engine would be any worse in a LC.
@veganpotterthevegan3 жыл бұрын
Any consumer vehicle that hits even 500k is an anomaly. Even more so if it hits 1million. Take equal care of 500 examples of this drivetrain and you'll get 500 cars crapping out at different times... most well under 500k miles
@caioribeiro85823 жыл бұрын
My 4 runner blew up with 229k
@svein-haraldribland85592 жыл бұрын
They are better than a 4Runner.
@Chpmunk733 жыл бұрын
Great Advice! Now time to look for Toyota LC! Thanks Mike!
@silverrunner86873 жыл бұрын
60, 70!, 80, 100 series all amazing vehicles. 40’s, the latest FJ, all solid and worthy, and for the most part always have been. LC’s are the overlanding flavor of the month in the states. Lexus working it’s way there. I’ll take any Toyota/Lexus truck/suv any day for reliability.
@angelinvocon3 жыл бұрын
Love the cruiser, it's a gem. Wanna get really excited...look at Sherpa ,a Russian off roader, big fun.I know I know this is meant to be a road vehicle. I have several, piggy back style, right down to an Indian Challenger and a Triumph. Thinking Yak now.....lol. Thanks for helping out.....good info.
@drsus03 жыл бұрын
The best overlanding vehicle is the one that won’t break down... so yes, a land cruiser , any land cruiser.
@joeeasterling56523 жыл бұрын
I have two different builds. A dodge ram 3500 4x4 and a ford f150 4x4. Both are off road capable and according to how much time I have I can bug out in either. I am looking forward to seeing what you do with your build.
@timbaker89283 жыл бұрын
Love your channel brother!! Great stuff
@simplemanduke71283 жыл бұрын
When Billionaires in other countries could have ANY vehicle they choose Land Cruiser!! Expedition vehicles.... Land cruiser. Excellent choice Sir.
@YotaDaryl2 жыл бұрын
Never owned a Landcruiser but...currently own a 2012 FJ and a 2001 Sequoia. Highly capable and TOYOTA reliability.
@FrancisWong2 жыл бұрын
Definitely one of the best overland rigs out there!
@craigrobertson60823 жыл бұрын
Yep...between FRY, A'stan and Africa. Always pretty unstoppable.
@briancallahan35883 жыл бұрын
Love the message and the content. Keep up the good work
@kevinrichards1539 Жыл бұрын
I have the 2006. I also have a 1990 VW Vanagon. The perfect Ballance.
@brkbtjunkie Жыл бұрын
It’s not just a vehicle, it’s a lifestyle 😊
@coleporter203 жыл бұрын
Love my Tacoma TRD off road. Maybe I'll buy one of these in my later life. But I only have one vehicle and its also my Daily driver. So the Taco fits the bill.
@jjdogbutte3 жыл бұрын
My 05’ taco with 4.0l is still running strong at 137k miles and spending all of its life in interior AK from -60 to 100. It’s a dear friend at this point.
@NK-vw4ms3 жыл бұрын
@Centurion 0mega does not have enough payload
@coleporter203 жыл бұрын
@@NK-vw4ms It's got the payload with the king suspension, air bags, and gears added.
@billfong78613 жыл бұрын
You got me sold, Mike. That's what I want.
@jacobr22283 жыл бұрын
Don’t forget about the 2006 sequoias- you can make them bullet proof ( over landing wise) they come with a 4.7l and cheaper...
@11ccom3 жыл бұрын
Gucci stuff is cool for those making $100k; My F-150 with a camper shell hillbilly tricked out goes just as fast and doesn't attract the gangsters and jackers.
@frenchfryfarmer4363 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more. How about used parts availability? I can break down anywhere in the country in my E-350 and scavenge parts in "Anywhere" America. Make it a 4x and your dialed. Currently winched, studded 10 ply snow tires, and four tire cables and four tire chains. Room for a small squad of shooters AND my XR650 hanging off the back
@____MC____3 жыл бұрын
JuSt aS gUd!!! Jk. I would take a pickup any day of the week over a that fancy 4runner
@dylangross97423 жыл бұрын
My long bed Dodge has gone anywhere my buddies 4runners can go and I get twice the mileage on 35s with the Cummins.
@frenchfryfarmer4363 жыл бұрын
@@dylangross9742 plus you can carry a LOT more payload. He'll I must have 1000lbs of pioneer tools, bags, tools and saws in my van. ...before anything else goes in....
@nunya95553 жыл бұрын
@@frenchfryfarmer436. I agree. If you have anything but a Toyota you should seriously think about parts availability! 🤣
@RavenAUS3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing Mike!
@StallionDuck073 жыл бұрын
If no one has brought it up, there are a few examples of those engines with over 1million miles on them. I just picked up a 1st gen sequoia with the same engine with 155k and it runs like the day it rolled off the floor 15 years ago
@orlandosalas45223 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to get started on it.
@NKPGarage2 жыл бұрын
Love the video. Very well done. I've had every series of the Land Cruiser and my favorite by far. As far as overall capability, power and reliability is the 200 series built between 2008 and 2015. As far as the 100 series go, the 2006 and 2007 are definitely by far the best of the series. Love all the detail in the video, very nice work!
@sagesolache2 жыл бұрын
What’s wrong with 2016+?
@NKPGarage2 жыл бұрын
@@sagesolache the 2016+ is fantastic as well. I'm not a fan of the 2016+ transmission. Ive driven both on multiple vehicles and prefer the 2008-2015 transmission. But that's just personal preference.
@bernierissen3393 жыл бұрын
Excellent video Big Mike,that rig is affordable too,got me a 01 Taco 500 k all over ta south west.Nevada off road is brutal.
@robertpao29313 жыл бұрын
Another very good vehicle is the Mitsubishi Montero/Pajero. ( NOT the Sport) Also very common in Mideast/Africa. Super heavy duty and great 4WD system with factory rear and center lockers. Have had two 95’s and about to buy a 2002 for $6000.00. A little hard to find but can be great value. Just be sure plugs have been changed recently (Along with coil packs) intake needs to come off to change them and it’s a big job. Like $2000.00 at the dealer. Stupid I know but don’t have to do again for 100k+ US model has great coil/torsion bar rear suspension. Mideast models had regular leaf so for once we got something that was better..
@mikeclark17333 жыл бұрын
12 valve cummins,checks every box.
@nunya95553 жыл бұрын
Except the "sneak up on deaf enemy" box. Those things are loud, even when stock exhaust is used.
@benkilleen3383 Жыл бұрын
Best mod for the AHC height system is to change fluid every 50k km. Keeps it nice and smooth and lets you keep it in soft or medium stiffness and ride on a cloud!!!
@ChuckHester13 жыл бұрын
Toyota Prado LC/Lexus GX are great alternatives to these trucks as well.
@superninja65053 жыл бұрын
Just the tip.....Good info and thank you again!
@Mr3LW3RO3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for sharing.
@Yotaadventures Жыл бұрын
I agree, I have an 80 series and the comfortability just isn’t there. The LC 100 is definitely a more modernized ride in both feel and drive. I’d say a good runner up with be a 4runner and 2nd Gen Tacoma.
@drunknnirish3 жыл бұрын
Now you wont ever be able to find these again because the whole world is going to try to be like Mike!
@jayem59053 жыл бұрын
Nah man landcruisers are already so sought after they’re so hard to find now he’s not hurting anything
@GingerAvenger3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, that started hard a couple years ago, especially with the GX and LX Lexus models
@abrahamlincoln66193 жыл бұрын
Mike, you really should learn more about overlanding lol. You made a few points that are common misconceptions.
@terrysoule84413 жыл бұрын
Had a Land Cruiser assigned to me in the Middle East. It only had about 10k kilometers on it and the whole front end was trashed. It got fixed and was never the same. Hated that vehicle.
@RobertSmith-ge8hj Жыл бұрын
I got 250,000 miles on my 2001 4.7 v8 tundra. Can’t beat the reliability of an older Toyota
@C-24-Brandan3 жыл бұрын
Can't beat the Yotas for a reliable all terrain overland vehicle!