New FJ Cruiser to be released.
02-09-2005, 08:10 AM
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FT, I think Esmond said the FJ will be 12" shorter overall with a 4" shorter w/b than 4R. Really short overhangs, should have good approach/departure angles. FJ is an inch wider with ½" more ground clearance. I'm guessing, but with the minimalist interior, less glass area and shorter length, it should weigh substantially less, maybe < 4,000 lb.
02-09-2005, 08:15 AM
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Thanks BT, yeah it will be a good offroader. 4" shorter and what rr suspension? Taco leafs or 4R coils? I'm guessing leafs- economics. It will have that "rugged" buckboard ride but then again, price.
well I can account for the width and ground clearance= stock 265/70's. 4R is 265/65 stock.
Yes it should weigh less but w/ the third door structure and C/D pillar design, I will be surprised if is any less than a AccessCab Tacoma- probably more.
well I can account for the width and ground clearance= stock 265/70's. 4R is 265/65 stock.
Yes it should weigh less but w/ the third door structure and C/D pillar design, I will be surprised if is any less than a AccessCab Tacoma- probably more.
02-09-2005, 08:23 AM
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FT, I was wondering about rr suspension too. Esmond said FJ will be built on a modified 4R frame suggesting coils all around. Here's another photo with what looks like a longitudinal control arm (coils) visible.
02-09-2005, 08:39 AM
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yeah I saw that too BT. Maybe they need coils since the wb is short...but for that pricepoint it seems like it won't happen for production?
Boy I really want one!
Boy I really want one!
02-09-2005, 08:46 AM
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If I am alive by 2006 I will buy one, I totally like the FJ...My uncle in Colombia South America has a 78 with 400kms on the original engine and it only has original parts. It is beautiful and it is his daily driver. I would love to continue the legacy
02-09-2005, 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by lee
i thought he said the wheelbase will be the same as the 4r...
02-09-2005, 12:04 PM
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Whats the diffence between the FJ cruiser the 4th gen SR5 V6 4Runner?
Besides the body (obvious)
Rear Locker
Available 6 speed Manual
The rest of it seems to be the same as the 4runner to me.
As well, what do you think the electronic four-wheel traction control is about?
Besides the body (obvious)
Rear Locker
Available 6 speed Manual
The rest of it seems to be the same as the 4runner to me.
As well, what do you think the electronic four-wheel traction control is about?
02-09-2005, 12:13 PM
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thats like saying whats the difference between the 4th gen runner and newest taco... besides body and rear locker?
i mean, theyre totally different in their style, use, size, capability, etc.
i mean, theyre totally different in their style, use, size, capability, etc.
02-09-2005, 12:54 PM
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I likey! It will need a 2-3" lift and some 285's though! I am also curious about the front end. I hope they offer a locker there also. Doesn't the Heep Rubicon have front & rear lockers??
02-09-2005, 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Grimace
Whats the diffence between the FJ cruiser the 4th gen SR5 V6 4Runner?
Besides the body (obvious)
Rear Locker
Available 6 speed Manual
The rest of it seems to be the same as the 4runner to me.
As well, what do you think the electronic four-wheel traction control is about?
Besides the body (obvious)
Rear Locker
Available 6 speed Manual
The rest of it seems to be the same as the 4runner to me.
As well, what do you think the electronic four-wheel traction control is about?
02-09-2005, 02:40 PM
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Ehh, i think it's kinda fugly. Like a moon rover or something.
It's the brother of the Honda 'Leggo' Element.
I'd take a Jeep Rubicon or original FJ40 over it anyday.
It's the brother of the Honda 'Leggo' Element.
I'd take a Jeep Rubicon or original FJ40 over it anyday.
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02-09-2005, 03:17 PM
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I hope they integrate the brakes lights a bit better. They look goofy, other than that and the very wide rear roof pillar, I kind of like it and if the price is kept down might even buy one in 2008 of course. Nevr buy 1st year, even if its a Toyota.
