Welcome FJ Cruiser Fans
This lens gives those who love the latest, rugged, off-road capable, 4x4 rig from Toyota a place to start when looking for resources and others who love the FJ Cruiser as much as they do.
FJ Cruisers family tree
If you've stopped here you probably already have or are about to own a FJ Cruiser that was introduced in early 2006, as a 2007 model. Unlike most Toyota vehicles created in committee, the FJ Cruiser came out of engineers desire to build on the legacy of the famous Toyota Land Cruiser.From the start the FJ Cruiser's quirky styling has gained a love it or hate reputation in the market place. The design engineers leaned hard on the looks of the famous FJ40 and than threw in all of today's off road technology to continue the Cruiser reputation of a go anywhere 4x4 rig.
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER TIMELINE
1935 - Toyoda initiates manufacturer of trucks with the G1
1937 - Toyota Motor Co. founded from its roots in Toyoda Automatic Loom Works
1939 - G1 becomes the GB, with 75-hp Type B engine
1950 - Development begins on 4x4 AK10 utility vehicle using the Type B engine
1951 - BJ sold to Japan's National Police Agency
1953 - Large-scale BJ production begins
1954 - BJ named Land Cruiser
1955 - F-Series 3.8L Six adopted, FJ25 introduced
1955 - BJ discontinued
1958 - Land Cruiser introduced to the U.S. in September
1960 - 40 Series introduced, replaces 20 Series
1961-1965 - Land Cruiser 40 Series is the best-selling Toyota in the U.S.
1967 - 55 Series station wagon introduced
1968 - 100,000th Land Cruiser sold
1972 - 200,000th Land Cruiser sold
1973 - 300,000th Land Cruiser sold
1975 - 4.2L engine, four-speed transmission introduced
1979 - 55 Series production ends
1980 - 60 Series, second-generation wagon, introduced
1980 - Millionth Land Cruiser sold
1983 - Final year of 40 Series sales in the U.S.
1984 - 40 Series production ends
1984 - 70 Series introduced
1989 - 60 Series production ends
1990 - 2-millionth Land Cruiser sold
1990 - 80 Series, third-generation wagon, introduced
1991 - Full-time four-wheel drive introduced
1993 - 4.5L DOHC six-cylinder engine introduced
1993 - 90 Series introduced
1997 - 80 Series production ends
1998 - 100 Series, fourth-generation wagon, introduced
1998 - 4.7L i-Force V8 introduced
2002 - 120 Series (current Prado, Lexus GX 470) introduced
2003 - 4-millionth Land Cruiser sold
2007 - FJ Cruiser introduced
FJ Cruiser Blog
1 truck, 2 generations, 14 days and 5,000 miles
The last great road trip adventure is part road trip and part overland expedition. Throughout the adventure the team will explore hidden trails, back roads and diverse cultures that enrich this shared experience. And all in their Toyota FJ Cruiser.
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Links to a number of how to articles and videos to help you perform mods and maintenance.
- Intalling off road lights
- Video and article on installing off road lights on the roof and bumper. The installation ties the after market lights into the FJ Cruiser's electrical system and avoids drilling holes in the roof.
- Relocating the rear e-locker and diff breather to aid in water crossings
- This easy mod shows you how to move the breather up to higher ground allowing you to drive through deeper water without worry of drowning your rear differential gears. Watch the video and read the article.
- Installing rock rails (sliders)
- Wheeling your rig on difficult 4×4 trails takes a certain bit of acceptance that you will scratch, ding and possibly brake something. One way to minimize this possibility is to protect the most vulnerable points on your rig. On the FJ Cruiser, one of those vulnerabilities is the door sills which if set onto or slid across a bolder can result in an expensive repair. Protecting this area is achieved through the addition of "sliders"
- Replacing a back up sensor
- Video and article showing you how to replace a broken back up sensor.
- Cleaning your MAF sensor
- Video and article explaining how to clean your mass air flow (MAF) sensor to ensure your engine maintains the proper air to fuel mix.
- Adding spindle gussets
- video showing you what is involved in strengthening the knuckle spindles.
I want more Trail Stories
Stories and pictures of FJ cruisers on the trails and back roads.
- Tahyua Forest OVR
- The NW FJ Cruiser Club outing on the 4x4 trails in western Washington.
- Trails leading to Gallaher Head Lake
- An report of on a run up the 4x4 trails out of Cle Elem, Washington.
- Drive up to Mt. Baker and Twin Lakes
- Video log of a back roads drive after the first snow up to Mt. Baker and the remote Twin Lakes.
- Night run through Browns Camp
- A report from a night run the Tillamook State Forest OVR park with several other FJ Cruisers.
- A solo night run to Obstruction Peak
- A solo night time run up to Hurricane Ridge and on to the remote trail head located at Obstruction Peak.
I want more Online Communities
Forums are a great place to meet and chat with others who love their FJ Cruise as much as you do.
- FJ Cruiser Community
- Known as the "blue forum" this is the official Toyota site for FJ Cruiser owners and fans.
- Northwest FJ Cruisers
- Local northwest FJ Cruiser club out of Portland OR. A fun group to go wheeling with.
- FJ Cruiser Central
- This forum is filled with folks who enjoy chatting about FJ Cruiser mods, outings, and just about anything else they have in common.
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