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80,000 km 1.9TD

I'm interested. Any thoughts lads? I'm in Portugal for a few more weeks. It's in much better nick than mine.

Arrived after 2 weeks cause of a throat virus which put Sheila in bed for a week. Finally stopped raining and clear blue sky now. The 120's now attached to a 2007 caravan waiting for friends. Pics to follow. Nearly didn't start in Bordeaux at about -15. 2500km and tire pressures exactly same...

Just arrived and up for anything on dirtroads,cause I'm shit on tarmac. PM me if you wanna have some fun. Scratching paintwork will definitely happen

I borrowed an e-bike battery and it supplied enough power to heat 250 sq.m. of floor space tonight to a constant 66f. Outside is about -3C tonight. That's the first time I've tried it. I'm pleased with that. That's a 700w battery running for 5 hrs powering my 1000w capacitor fan heater. That's...

Nice and simple setup, not my Land Cruiser 100

Did anyone notice the 100 series carrying some of the film crew around on BBC's Asia yesterday? Last 10mins they slipped up and showed some of it. 4,500m altitude, -25degC

Does anyone have this CO2 figure handy? Cheers

My mates using a Unichip on his 100 series with great results i.e more power,torque and mpg. Is anyone using a Unichip on their 120? Cheers

Sometimes when it's cold my 120 cuts out just after starting. Now I'm waiting a few seconds before starting even tho' the glow plug light is out. Does the glow plug system keep on warming while the glow plug light is out? How long does the glow plug system heat for,is it about 30 seconds? It...

I've owned an 80 and 120 and driven a 100 and 150. My 120 really suits me,adequate handling,good engine and gearbox,easy to drive and look after. Just wondering how the other series drive compared to a 120, i.e the 70 and 90. I liked the 80 but never felt at home in it and the 150 test drive was...

I'm in the UK for 3 weeks next late June-early July, just wondering if there's any Club outings planned yet for next summer? Cheers

I'm thinking about buying an old cheap 120 for supplying parts for my 120. Maybe it's a cheaper and convenient option because a lot or original spares for my 120 aren't available anymore and for example a new sun visor from Toyota is over £200... Did anyone on here buy a cheap clone for spares...

Would be nice to use a jack to jack lead from my smartphone to my sound system in my 120. Is it an easy job for an auto electrician to fit a jack plug on the dash to feed into the cars sound system? Cheers

I'm not very good at finding Land Cruiser spares on ebay. My LC's a 2006 120 5dr. LC3 with grey cloth trim. I'm after all the door cards because they've all cracked and split with sun damage. No joy at Bradford 4x4 and Jap spares in Sheffield. Toyota don't supply them anymore. Can anyone source...

Do 120's have rain/damp sensors in the alarm system? Cheers

My 120 has the annoying turbo whistle,when I test drove a 150 a few years ago I didn't hear any whistle. What's the difference between the turbos on the 120 and 150 series? Cheers

My exhaust's on 150,000+ miles/20 years now,thinking about a replacement. What's the advantages of a 3'' inch exhaust? Is stainless steel the best option? I removed the cat in my OEM exhaust immediately,can you specify a 'no cat' system ? Cheers

What's the auto box like compared to the 120 series? Cheers

Does anyone know the amount in litres of the reserve in the 120 90 litre fuel tank? Cheers

When I have some paintwork done this winter I was going to get them to spray the wiper arms. I asked Toyota for a price out of interest, £275 for the pair!

What's the pros and cons of roof tents v normal tents ? Cheers

Thinking about driving up to Nordkapp in Northern Norway,through Belgium,Holland,Germany,Denmark and Sweden. Going to take a roof tent and free camp or use campsites. Has anyone driven up to Nordkapp? What's the camping rules in Norway? Cheers

One of the wheel holding studs on the back door isn't true so I can't get the retaining nut to go on. Do you just use the correct die to refresh the threads? What is the correct die size? Cheers

Has anyone ever bought one from Mr.T and fitted it themselves?

Mr.T can't supply the upper arm rest trims at the top of the door-card anymore and it's an all-in - one purchase together with the door- card. I suppose a body shop or upholster might do them?

Does anyone know how to disable the interior alarm sensor permanently? Cheers

While the 120's on a car lift I jetwashed the underside,just a bit of surface rust so I'm thinking of applying Lanoguard. Any thoughts on this product? Cheers

Just spent two weeks in the UK and I still haven't seen a 250 series on the road yet. Has anyone seen one on the road in the flesh?

I'm looking for a decent 2nd hand replacement front driver's side door trim ? Sorry I can't upload a photo for some reason. There's a pic in another recent 120 thread

I'm struggling to find a supplier for Kayaba suspension for my 120 series. Any ideas? Cheers

Toyota want £1200 for 4 OEM springs,anyone got any lying around to fit a 2006 120 LC3 5dr. ? Cheers

Thinking about a Scandinavian trip,presuming a hotel night would be about £100,so after a few weeks it would pay for itself. I like the look of the James Baroud hardshell range. What's a good roof tent then? Just for sleeping... Cheers

Having trouble finding a new or 2nd part for my drivers door. Does anyone know the part number? Cheers

Has anyone changed from a 120 to a 100 series?

Do you have to buy the fitting kit with the shock absorber ? Cheers

Can anyone suggest a decent butterfly valve plate removal video? Cheers

My mate plugged his snap-on scanner into my 120 today. All good,injectors are all in spec,so I'll relax and check again next year.

I'm thinking about doing a day's 4x4 driving course with Protrax at Rockingham this summer. Has anyone done a course with Protrax? What's your view of courses like this? Cheers

I've been running 2bar for years on my BFG A/T 265/70's. Been trying 2.7bar for a while now,comfort and grip are much the same offroad,onroad there's a big difference in mpg.I'll definitely stay on 2.7bar/39psi from now on.

I was under the car yesterday checking things and noticed an ATF leak from the nearside engine/gearbox join. I was wondering if it could be fixed with a clean and sealant from the outside? I'll post a pic when its on the ramp. Cheers

I don't think the MAF sensor is iffy, but I'm on 150,000+ miles so I'll replace it. What are the usual MAF sensor iffy performance issues? What improvement might I get if I replace it? Seems an easy quick job to replace? Cheers

Get this from time to time,what's it mean? Cheers

Having trouble finding a Dobinsons suspension supplier in the UK. Any ideas? Cheers

Can anyone explain why common rail diesel injectors are more noisy and vibey when the engine's cold? Cheers

I know some members report no rubbing and some say slight rubbing on the front wheel arches at full lock.Exactly where do they rub and would a bit of trimming sort the problem? Cheers

Just finished my winter reading subject.I'm not that keen on fiction,real life experiences I find entertaining and useful. I read all the archive 120 threads from page 66 to 1,it kept me busy. Great stories,information and craic. Well done all of you! Cheers, Bill

Only used it once a month to keep it sweet or for when the 120 was having it's annual service.I had a lot of fun with that car but the 120 suited my needs better.It's the only car I never lost money on which was a nice goodbye present! Thanks for all the help on here over the last 8 years. Cheers

Was the 105 only sold without a turbo? Cheers

Does the small black hose operate the EGR butterfly valve? I'll work out how to hilight it if necessary. Does it operate the BValve by vacuum? Cheers