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Compared to this amazing example of third world workhorse that can endure the punishment of harsh environments from sub-Saharan Africa to the tundras of Antarctica. What amazing off road packaging!

Yes, please school us on all the hard overland use the $85,000 Land Cruiser is bound to see in harsh environments all over the world, and how the rear packaging is any different. Some people drink Toyota Kool Aid like it was water

Another guy who asks for advice, then does exactly what he wanted to do anyway. And that's perfectly fine. It's your life. Live it how you want. You want an old 4Runner for any reason at all? Go for it. Truth is, almost ANY 4x4 vehicle can do what you're asking of it. Yes, even make it up and...

We got off topic after 12 pages (it happens) Why do you see more 4Runners and Land Cruisers? First, you see a disproportionate number of LC80s out there because they have a solid front axle and decades of both aftermarket support, and legends. The early 90s were undeniably the zenith of the...

No, not really. The numbers are the numbers. Feel free to make your case for how they're not accurate If you go back and re-read, the extra 30 gallons referred to WEIGHT.... diesel drivetrains are heavier, diesel fuel is heavier per gallon. Adding 30 gallons of gasoline only brought the gasser...

Like what? Who has a better survey system? Who is better at tracking/surveying things gone wrong and "dependability" or "reliability"?

Okay, so how about JD Power Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) that measures after THREE YEARS of ownership? This is the 2019 study, released Thursday. Where is Toyota? Where is Chevrolet? Huh... whoulda thunk

Ah, playing the range card... Modern ULSD has 17-19% more potential energy than pump Gasoline. And the diesel cycle is slightly more efficient at converting that potential. For most emissions-legal trucks, the delta is about 20%. In other words, with engines of similar capability you'll go 20%...

LMC does offer the 77-78 grille for $39, in argent or black

Ford's new 7.3L is a winner. Basically a GM LS engine copy blown up to 120% scale... and that's a good thing GM's old 8.1L is still around, now being sold as a PSI 8.8L via 4.50" stroke. That engine is used in IC school buses and makes 548 lb-ft at 1,800 rpm, and more than 500 lb-ft from only...

GM uses a locking rear differential, not a limited slip per se. The G80 locker used in the 14 bolt AAM full floater (3/4 ton and 1 ton) are fairly bulletproof compared to the 1/2 ton version. I wish the 6.6L gasser came with the 10 speed Allison, but the 6L90e is quite proven (14 years old now)...

Most people also haven't done an honest calculation of FUEL COST. Yes, you'll typically use less fuel with a diesel engine versus a gasoline engine. But for 47 of 50 states in the US, diesel fuel cost has averaged 23% more than gasoline over the last ten years. Use 25% less fuel that costs 23%...

"Overlanding" means so many different things to different people that it's next to impossible to arrive at any definitive answers by polling a diverse group of enthusiasts. It depends on how you will use it, where you will use it, and which metrics are more important to you than others. There is...

I own two diesel 4x4 trucks. If I didn't need the **POWER** there's no way I'd ever own one. There is zero other justification that isn't old fishtales you've all taken hook, line, and sinker.

It all depends on the speeds you're trying to do that work, now doesn't it? My 2007 LBZ Duramax, for instance, makes 650 lb-ft at 1,600 rpm. I like to run 75 mph, and have 33" tires (32.8" actually). In 6th gear (0.62) I'm turning 1750 rpm at 75 mph with the stock 3.73 gears. With 35" tires...

Since every single Duramax pickup built from 2001-2018 *ONLY* comes with 3.73's, they aren't "real trucks"?

The prices for Diesel Excursions are absolutely insane. Didn't sell well new, and now they're worth giant money? Drinking the Kool Aid

Holy cow, I get better than that with my 8.1L

Safe travels Zach, Beth and LJ, you always have a place to crash in Minneapolis, or access to my full shop in Menomonie, WI (54751). I miss you guys from my FB feed, sorry about that. Best, Eric M

"Strong frame and suspension" rules out the Tacoma, as does the "wondering how much weight you can load without compromising it's capabilities". Everything else would traditionally favor the Tacoma. Keep in mind that unless you are buying brand new, the resale value is relative. In other words...