Schattenjager
Expedition Leader
Is there a big difference between the Cruiser model years '94 and '96? I think that '93 started the rear disc brake / upgraded engine, but were there bigger changes later on? Thanks!
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Lc 94 vs 96
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Root Moose
Expedition Leader
'95 or '96 was the beginning of the revised dash with dual airbags. Otherwise I think they are likely the same besides that and the OBD stuff.
IIRC 96 was the first year for OBD-II being manadatory. I can't remember when Toyota started the migration - Spidey-sense says ~mid 1995?
If it were me shopping I'd hold out for a TLC or LX with the dual airbags.
IIRC 96 was the first year for OBD-II being manadatory. I can't remember when Toyota started the migration - Spidey-sense says ~mid 1995?
If it were me shopping I'd hold out for a TLC or LX with the dual airbags.
Schattenjager
Expedition Leader
Thanks!
I was thinking more of the engine than anything else. I heard that a Super Charger is only offered for 96+ engines due to fuel injection. Any thoughts on that?
I was thinking more of the engine than anything else. I heard that a Super Charger is only offered for 96+ engines due to fuel injection. Any thoughts on that?
not to much different on the engines
I converted a 1993 obd1 engine to a 1995+ obd2
-I had to change an index ring on the crank that required an upper oil pan out of a 95+ that was taped for the sensor for the index ring
-the intake takes a different MAF sensor
-there is not pare valve on the 95 + trucks unlike the 93-94
-there is a temp sensor on the upper intake for the EGR system, I bypassed that :ylsmoke:
only big difference is the dash, headliner, and transmission
I converted a 1993 obd1 engine to a 1995+ obd2
-I had to change an index ring on the crank that required an upper oil pan out of a 95+ that was taped for the sensor for the index ring
-the intake takes a different MAF sensor
-there is not pare valve on the 95 + trucks unlike the 93-94
-there is a temp sensor on the upper intake for the EGR system, I bypassed that :ylsmoke:
only big difference is the dash, headliner, and transmission
blupaddler
Conspirator
Cut and pasted from: www.sleeoffroad.com
1993-1994
Introduction of 16" wheels.
Rear axle changes to full floater with disk brakes when equipped with ABS
Also gets viscous coupling HF2AV transfer case versus
non-viscous HF2A transfer case for drum braked 80's (and fj80's)
Introduction of 4.5l 24 valve motor.
Front and Rear factory lockers become an option.
Automatic transmission - Electronic Controlled A442Fwith mechanical lockup converter
Somewhere in 1993 the AC system changed from R12 to R134. With the R12 systems the dryer unit was in front of the battery and with the R134 it moved to behind the bumper. Might have been in 1993
The thickness of the drive plates on the front hubs were increased after April 1994 (build date). The new drive flange number is 43421-60040 and the old one is 43421-60022. This is important since certain after-market birfield joints were based on the earlier birfield. If you try to install an earlier birfield into a later truck, you will not be able to install the circlip on the end of the axle shaft.
Supercharger systems now available for 1993-1994 models.
Front ABS Lines are routed on the front control arm.
Radiator is a 3 row brass core.
1995-1997
1996 saw the introduction of the Lexus LX450 Model.
Exhaust system changed from side by side catalytic converters to in-line converters. The exhaust also routes below the frame rail just behind the catalytic converters to avoid excessive heat on the passenger floor-boards.
Front grill changed from the word TOYOTA written across the front to the new Toyota symbol.
Headlight mounts are different from 1991-1994 vs. 1995-1997 and will not interchange.
Redesigned dash board with airbags as standard equipment.
Headliner changed to two piece molded units.
Emission system on engine changes. Changed from a Mass Air Pressure meter to a Mass Air Flow meter. Certain plumbing was also removed.
Supercharger & Turbo systems available for 1995-1997 models.
ECU updates and truck became voluntary OBD-II compatible. Fully compatible in 1996 models.
Wheel Lug nuts change from conical to washer type.
Airbags become standard
Automatic transmission changes to the A343F. Some 95's were produced with the A442F. The transmission type is printed on the label on the driver door.
1997 saw the introduction of the 40th Anniversary editions as well as the Collectors Series.
1997 the rear swaybar brackets that attach the bar to the frame were changed from a plate side that attached to the side of the frame to a bracket style that attached to the bottom of the frame.
ABS wires on the front were moved upward and no longer run down the front control arm.
Radiator is a 2 row aluminum
1993-1994
Introduction of 16" wheels.
Rear axle changes to full floater with disk brakes when equipped with ABS
Also gets viscous coupling HF2AV transfer case versus
non-viscous HF2A transfer case for drum braked 80's (and fj80's)
Introduction of 4.5l 24 valve motor.
Front and Rear factory lockers become an option.
Automatic transmission - Electronic Controlled A442Fwith mechanical lockup converter
Somewhere in 1993 the AC system changed from R12 to R134. With the R12 systems the dryer unit was in front of the battery and with the R134 it moved to behind the bumper. Might have been in 1993
The thickness of the drive plates on the front hubs were increased after April 1994 (build date). The new drive flange number is 43421-60040 and the old one is 43421-60022. This is important since certain after-market birfield joints were based on the earlier birfield. If you try to install an earlier birfield into a later truck, you will not be able to install the circlip on the end of the axle shaft.
Supercharger systems now available for 1993-1994 models.
Front ABS Lines are routed on the front control arm.
Radiator is a 3 row brass core.
1995-1997
1996 saw the introduction of the Lexus LX450 Model.
Exhaust system changed from side by side catalytic converters to in-line converters. The exhaust also routes below the frame rail just behind the catalytic converters to avoid excessive heat on the passenger floor-boards.
Front grill changed from the word TOYOTA written across the front to the new Toyota symbol.
Headlight mounts are different from 1991-1994 vs. 1995-1997 and will not interchange.
Redesigned dash board with airbags as standard equipment.
Headliner changed to two piece molded units.
Emission system on engine changes. Changed from a Mass Air Pressure meter to a Mass Air Flow meter. Certain plumbing was also removed.
Supercharger & Turbo systems available for 1995-1997 models.
ECU updates and truck became voluntary OBD-II compatible. Fully compatible in 1996 models.
Wheel Lug nuts change from conical to washer type.
Airbags become standard
Automatic transmission changes to the A343F. Some 95's were produced with the A442F. The transmission type is printed on the label on the driver door.
1997 saw the introduction of the 40th Anniversary editions as well as the Collectors Series.
1997 the rear swaybar brackets that attach the bar to the frame were changed from a plate side that attached to the side of the frame to a bracket style that attached to the bottom of the frame.
ABS wires on the front were moved upward and no longer run down the front control arm.
Radiator is a 2 row aluminum
Brian894x4
Explorer
OBD II was introduced on the 1995 FZJ80s. From a thread on mud it appears that Toyota introduced it early in the model year if not the very beginning. I've yet to see a 1995 model that was not OBD II.
1995 vehicles are unique in that it was both OBD I and OBD II complient, with diagnostic ports for both OBD I and II. And most smog stations will still test it as an OBD I vehicle.
I personally prefer the 1995 and newer models. I prefer the dash layout of the newer design. If you want a supercharger, it appears that they are only made for the 1995+ models now. OBD II allows you to install things like the Scangauge...which is really, really cool.
While there are only a few differences in parts, it will be easier to find parts in the later models, because more were built and they are newer.
The only drawback to the newer models that I can see is the tranny. And I'm not entirely sure if that's a drawback or not. There are some inherent issues with the later model tranny involving reverse that have not been entirely explained and the older tranny might be stronger with fewer issues.
1995 vehicles are unique in that it was both OBD I and OBD II complient, with diagnostic ports for both OBD I and II. And most smog stations will still test it as an OBD I vehicle.
I personally prefer the 1995 and newer models. I prefer the dash layout of the newer design. If you want a supercharger, it appears that they are only made for the 1995+ models now. OBD II allows you to install things like the Scangauge...which is really, really cool.
While there are only a few differences in parts, it will be easier to find parts in the later models, because more were built and they are newer.
The only drawback to the newer models that I can see is the tranny. And I'm not entirely sure if that's a drawback or not. There are some inherent issues with the later model tranny involving reverse that have not been entirely explained and the older tranny might be stronger with fewer issues.