HJZ-105R info sort

Hey Tuff trol

I own 3 100 series, so let me help you.

Myth 1 Toyota diffs are out of a hilux: the rear diff is the same as the 75 80 78 79 100 series, The front diff is the same as a hilux rear diff.

Myth 2 100 series gearboxes are crap : well I have 1 thats done 77000 km, one thats done 250000 km and 1 thats done 290000 km, all the gearboxes are fine, any problems that could arise would be driver related.

The one you talk of is the 6 seater STD one, if it has vinyl seats, I have a 2000 model STD thats the one thats done 250000 km, the only problem I've had was a noisy rear diff and I fixed it for under $600.

There a tuff truck in the right hands.

Cheers Steve.

Brad the 105 indicates its a solid axle. (100 is IFS) No the diff is not out of a Hilux but is similar in size & yes plenty of issues with them breaking. I've blown 4 but I drive in rougher terrain than most. They certainly have had their fair share of issues with recalls on the cable tyre winder & recently the front brakes. Ignition locks are now starting to fail as well on a regular basis according to my local Locksmith. The diesel motor is pretty dated but does everything asked of it. Many have problems with clutch shudder (particually when cold) & despite getting replacements they tend to reoccur. With careful engagement it can be minimised & one soon lives with it.
Of it's age you would be hard pressed to find a more comfortable, spacious good handling 4by in it's class. The gears are well matched to the motor & has a well set out dash making it a pleasure to drive. Has a very good low range 1st gear making steep climbs & decents easy. It's fair for towing. Cracking issues (body/cassis) like found in the 80 series don't seem to be an problem in the 105.
Cheers Craig.........
HZJ105

what can eb done to strengthen the front diff then ?
It will be used and owned for quite a few years to come !

Hey Brad,

Good vehicle, look after it, treat it with respect and you won't look back or have troubles with it.

I'm on my second.

Ross.

Hi Brad,

I have one with 330,000k's on the clock and is still going as strong as the day I brought it. As others have said be nice to the it and it will be nice to you.

I say go for it,

Regards Todd

I have the GXL model and have broken 2 front diffs - both replaced under warranty. The issue is SHOCK LOAD. The first time it broke teeth off the crown and pinion was in my back paddock when trying to reverse out of a bog (don't release the clutch too quickly). The second time I was snatching a mate out of a 3 foot deep rut, up hill, in his GU (Don't even ask why he thought he could drive through it) but my front wheel left the ground spinning and when it hit the solid ground again, bang - teeth off the crown and amazed the strap didn't break. I have now learn't how to drive my 105. Every car has it's Achillis heel and this is the 105's.

Don't let this put you off though as I love my 4bee so much so that it's probably not healthy...

Lockers no doubt would help this issue as there is less need to use momentum. Now I know it's limits, why swap to something with different issues, as envrything has something to complain about.

And, as I said I have an unhealthy love for this vehicle. I've also owned a 40 series, a 60 series and a Pajero before.

Cheers,
Chris

Can someone tell me if a 32 spline rear axle from a 79 series will fit into a 100 series(not 105) diff centre?
Im sending it overseas ,so I have to get it right.