thewageneers
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Hi all,
Been a while since we've posted on ExPo. Question for the forum: what is the parts commonality (mechanical and electrical) between a 4Runner and Prado? I know they are built on the same platform and am curious how many parts are actually identical. I see the Prado is offered in a 4L V6 in some markets - is it exactly the same engine that is on the 4Runner? Is the KDSS and locking dif system identical, or similar? Same questions for steering, suspension, brakes, sensors, cooling, infotainment, etc.
Having sold our beloved 1991 300GD, we are starting the search for a more modern overland rig. One of the biggest issues that plagued us with our GWagen was the availability of spares on the road. We had purchased the rig specifically because the OM603 diesel engine is ubiquitous worldwide, but G-specific parts on the OM603 (fan clutch, fan, etc.) made some simple repair jobs into part sourcing headaches in South America.
For our next rig, we're looking at a modern 4Runner primarily for exploring North/South America, but long term destinations are TBD. I imagine a Land Cruiser has the best global parts commonality for a truck sold worldwide, but it is outside the budget that we are looking for.
Thanks!
The Wageneers
www.wageneers.com
Been a while since we've posted on ExPo. Question for the forum: what is the parts commonality (mechanical and electrical) between a 4Runner and Prado? I know they are built on the same platform and am curious how many parts are actually identical. I see the Prado is offered in a 4L V6 in some markets - is it exactly the same engine that is on the 4Runner? Is the KDSS and locking dif system identical, or similar? Same questions for steering, suspension, brakes, sensors, cooling, infotainment, etc.
Having sold our beloved 1991 300GD, we are starting the search for a more modern overland rig. One of the biggest issues that plagued us with our GWagen was the availability of spares on the road. We had purchased the rig specifically because the OM603 diesel engine is ubiquitous worldwide, but G-specific parts on the OM603 (fan clutch, fan, etc.) made some simple repair jobs into part sourcing headaches in South America.
For our next rig, we're looking at a modern 4Runner primarily for exploring North/South America, but long term destinations are TBD. I imagine a Land Cruiser has the best global parts commonality for a truck sold worldwide, but it is outside the budget that we are looking for.
Thanks!
The Wageneers
www.wageneers.com
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