Prado 120 series

There was an issue with the Prado's a while back when they installed Bullbars.

They cut away some of the plastic guard inside the wheel arch , that caused water to get into the engine bay , even in minor puddles.

Dont recall whether it effected Diesels, Petrols , or both.

I have a GXL petrol auto with the following mods

OME suspension and shocks
Rear air locker (+ front as soon as they are available)
Safari snorkel
ARB Steel bullbar
Lightforce 240 spotties
K&N steel rear step
BFG ATs
Outback drawers
Cargo Barrier

I also had a Patrol prior to getting the Prado. The Prado is definately better, more comfortable and more capable (diff lock you see).

Don't buy the current model. The diesel is the old 3l indirect engine. An update is due soon which uses the 3l direct engine (as per New hilux). Only the current model petrol has the new version of gear boxes (5 sp auto 6 sp manual), so that may be in the update aswell.

Where did you get 410nm from?

---------toyota landcruiser prado europe:
The 3.0-litre, D-4D common rail turbo diesel - already among the most powerful and torquey in the sector - is carried over from the outgoing model range and offers enormous torque with excellent fuel consumption.

The engine develops 120kW (163DIN hp) at 3,400rpm with torque of 343Nm across an engine speed range of 1,600 to 3,200rpm. Maximum speed is 106mph (170km/h) with manual transmission and acceleration from 0-62mph in 12.7 seconds
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I believe that the Dtronic that's currently available for the 3.0 TD really brings this motor up to the pace of the Euopean engine and is highly regarded as "THE MOD" to do to the Prado 120.

Hi Roblin

Just wondering if you have done any other mods to the prado.

Hi David,

Interesting trend noticed in the replies.

I also own a GU Patrol which I replacing in a couple of months time. Have looked at a few vehicles and my choice is also the 120 series Prado, though I am opting for the V6 with 5 spd auto. I currently have a t/diesel Patrol but the petrol V6 works out better for me.

Out of interest, how much stamp duty do you guys over east have to pay on a new Prado? Stamp duty in WA for a GXL V6 auto (vehicle with fleet discount) is $3,700. Unbelievable high tax on a new car.

Regards,
Hugh

The 120 is a good bit of equipment for most people, witht he v6 getting great economy, they drive very nicely, good turning circle, and are slightly larger than an 80 series, and smaller than a 100, and we have fitted 285's and 34" swampers when a 3" lift has been fitted.

the 120 email list at www.lcool.org is also a good place for info on the 120 models.

There are also lots of acc available these days for the 120 like Joes unit

,a href=http://www.lcool.org/technical/120_series/Joe%20Mortelliti/joe_mortelliti.html>Joes 120

hugh

paid $1156.00(gst free) in Queensland March this year,LATWTTB.

eerfree

Hi David,

I have a manual 6 cyl with quite a few additions. The car has now done 46,000Km and had a fairly tough life with two trips up North and a fair amount of time in the Victorian High Country. Here is what I have experienced:

A replacement clutch done under warrentee. In fairness, the clutch didn't feel right from the day I picked it up. No manufacturer is perfect.

Drivers side door out of alignment. Again fixed under warrenty without question.

A loss of the turn indicators at the end of the Cordillo Downs track in June this year. This turned out to be a short from all the mud and water we experinced.

As far as bull dust entering the cabin is concerned, I would'nt rate it with the best, but it is still quite good.

Comfort is what makes this car. It does "wallow around" a bit with soft suspension but after a lot of talking and reading I won't change it.

Some people appear to think this car is a "mum's shopping trolley". I can assure you it is one tough 4WD.

As previously mentioned, my car is petrol. Stock standard, fuel consumption was particularly good. However, with a second spare and bag on the roof rack it is not good at high speed on a highway.

In closing, don't buy the Toyota alum bar. Go to ARB or TJM and purchase a steel bar. It will make your life a lot easier.

Hope this helps

Kim

DavidT,

Just to add,
Have a look at www.lcool.org have a look throght forum pages about
most of the mods for Prado. My rig profile got some onfi as well.

Stan

It puzzles me why one would want to throw out 14 or 1500 $'s worth of brand new and warranted suspension gear. If you worry about maintaining clearance, then fit Firestone airbags. Remove the side steps and help the genuine vehicle clearance by 14 to 15 mm with 265 /70 x17 BFG's or similar.(Does a 40mm OME lift vary the Diff to ground distance ?) Also the airbags are great for Roll & Lean. I would suggest a Cargo Barrier, as well as safety, you can stack stuff up against it.