Outer Limits 4x4 Board

Folks,

I am considering changing from my 75series ute to a dual cab HiLux (bub on the way, need more seats) See this post in the 'yota section for more detail http://www.outerlimits4x4.com/viewtopic.php?t=94496

I am very keen to acquire a solid axle Lux, and figured this means I need a pre '97 model.

Alternatively, I have gotten to wondering what the likely cost of SASing a later model Lux would be, that is, a post '97 model.

Any one have any idea, or advice the Lux acquisition idea in general?

Cheers,

Chris

LN106 FTW! they are the best shape anyways looks wise

Get an early '97 should still be solid axle.
Last quote i hear for SAS was $8000

LuxyBoy wrote:Get an early '97 should still be solid axle.
Last quote i hear for SAS was $8000

What he said.......early '97.

You`ll be better off getting an 80 series. You`ll only be wishing you did in a few years anyway. I have one of each and would get rid of my hilux if it didn`t have so much time and money in it.

Guts wrote:You`ll be better off getting an 80 series. You`ll only be wishing you did in a few years anyway. I have one of each and would get rid of my hilux if it didn`t have so much time and money in it.

A lot of people do say an 80 is the way to go, and I do like my 75 so am tempted to get another 'Cruiser. However, I have two main problems with the idea of an 80. i) There is not ute option (I am not keen on towing) and ii) I am quite reluctant to have a 3 tonne vehicle for an only vehicle. I see no need to push this much weight around all the time, when I suspect a Luxy would do the job, and have a tray :-) 80's have a lot of expensive panels to damage in the bush......

Also, TD 80's have gotten very expensive lately.........

PS What don't you like about your Lux?

I love mine but I`m just over modding it to make it any good.

First thing that will shit you about a hilux is the lack of power, mines great there now as its V8

have you considered a dual cab 80 series? secondhand... im sure you can get one within your budget.

Guts wrote:I love mine but I`m just over modding it to make it any good.

First thing that will shit you about a hilux is the lack of power, mines great there now as its V8

Coming from a NA 2H powered 75, anything would feel punchy I reckon.........

cleanskin wrote:have you considered a dual cab 80 series? secondhand... im sure you can get one within your budget.

Do you mean a chopped/uted 80?

Woulde be interesting I guess, although I haven't seen any.

I understand it costs about $7000 to chop an 80(so I'm told...)

Still a big heavy lump with lots of exxy panels to damage.

I would put a flat tray on Lux. In my current ute, I have whacked lots of trees and rocks with the tray, and it doesn't mind. Were there panels there instead (ala 80s) I think it could get pricey quickly.............

I am struggling to find TD 80's for less than 20K lately too...... 20K + mods is too much wedge for my pocket

I've got a 91 DC lux with the 2.8d and love it, but the biggest things that sh*ts me is the lack of power, especially on the longer trips.

This is for sale, PM Dirty Harry if interested, it's his.

If you don't need a ute for work or tax reasons then do what GUTS has said.
Get an 80 series>

Cheers
Dazza

Nah go the LUX they look tuffer

I am thinking a 93-97 Lux is what I need.

I hear the steering is the weak link in these though.

Can anyone tell me how to improve this and what it's likely to cost?

Yeah i broke mine and fitted highsteer
Parts = $1200 from http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/
Plus IFS P/S box = $200
Plus fitment = $?????? depends on if you can do it yourself or need someone like Superior or Bubs to fit it

LuxyBoy wrote:Yeah i broke mine and fitted highsteer
Parts = $1200 from http://www.sky-manufacturing.com/
Plus IFS P/S box = $200
Plus fitment = $?????? depends on if you can do it yourself or need someone like Superior or Bubs to fit it

Holy crap!! That's a fair whack on top buying a lux and lifting it.........


hmmmmmmm........