BT, good info. What is the 4R wheelbase offhand? Just wondering if they shortened for the FJC...overall length seems surprisingly close.

 

done and done

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

I would like pics for the car and chick as well if you dont mind.....seriously

 

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!

 

I would bet on coil sprung rear.

 

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

 

i thought he said the wheelbase will be the same as the 4r...

 

Sabre, I'll take links/pics of the chick as well!
(Serious)

 

nope, he said 11" shorter overall length, 4" shorter wheelbase as compared to 4r.

 

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?

 

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 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??

 

Yes it does.

 

shorter body, shorter wheelbase, 1inch wider, lighter, probably about $10k cheaper, probably no leather or DVD player, rubber/vinyl "wipe down" interior, rear opening rear doors, totally different interior setup, likely a slightly lower & flat load floor, totally different style, etc.

 

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.

 

Please... I need this PM with the link too.

 

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.