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Hino offers the 195 in single and double cab version for the USA and Canada markets. There's no 4x4 option, but I might know of a of a transfer case that can be bolted to the transmission... then pick a front axle... hmmmm.

Here we have two front wheel bearings. One is used on a 1/2 ton truck axle with 4000 lb GAWR, the other is used on 3/4 and 1 ton axles with 5000 - 6000 lb GAWR. I don't have any pictures of rear bearings, yet.

75W90 works for me, sometimes thicker for severe use. LSD and lockers are available. Toyota knows about the rack problem, and is supposedly dealing with it. Some dealers and regional reps are not very receptive to repairing it under warranty when a lift is installed, but the lift has nothing...

You make some valid points, but they are out of context here. Just ake a look Ford's axle ratio charts for their F250 - F450 trucks. If one wants the higher tow rating, the ratio will climb. There are plenty of 4.30 and 4.88 options. A big axle with a big ratio is the most durable choice here...

Kaisin, I appreciate a good respectful debate, so I'll argue my points as time allows over the coming days. I do feel there is tons of misinformation floating around... so with a little patience, I hope to show that the 2nd generation Tundra is well built truck that can dish it out and take it.

The 2007 is one of the worst years for the Tundra, yet it still has fewer problems reported than the big 3 for that model year. According to the many of the larger firms, like JD Power, the Tundra is the most reliable 1/2 ton truck. It's a HD 1/2 ton, this is so because it is based on Toyota's...

While I agree with some of the negative aspects posted here, there still isn't another 1/2 ton truck that can approach the durability of this platform.

What I would do..... keep the tbi system in place, you probably won't have issues. Throw a decent carb and an old points equipped distributor in the back.... actually, get the thing to run on those oldies before you leave, so if you need to convert, you are good to go.:ylsmoke:

My wife drove a late build 04 Touareg for 7 years. It was a loaded V8, very nice ride, but it did have issues, most are well documented. A fairly capable off road machine with the locker engaged, it's largest issue there is lack of articulation due to VWs decision to not include the...

The build quality on some of them is excellent... they allow the geometry to meet required spec. for some apps. IMO, open race style spherical bearings are best left to race vehicles, where years of wear endurance is not required. That's not to say there won't be some folks that get a decent...

I'd rather run stock arms and less lift... or if the lift is required, modify the upper mount or stock arm a bit to get the required caster.

Some folks that use their 3UR-FE 5.7L equipped Tundras to tow long distances have found using mid grades (89 or 91) gets them appreciably better mileage. Enough so that the mid grades save them money over 87. The 3UR does run just fine on 87, though.

LR3/4 is better compared to a GX470/460. The LC is a heavy duty vehicle with a very beefy chassis... The Rovers are light duty in comparison.

Carl, there's one problem here! The top is still on it...

We could build some for your G. :ylsmoke:

A little late here, but yes, those are Ohlins... They look to be the ORQ models, 16/46. Ohlins is great to work with, top notch stuff.

My local Sears has the Platinum Marine Batteries marked down about 20%. The automotive units are roughly 10% off.

Front diffs are the same 8.7" on all Tundras.

While the IFS is not as strong as the solid axle, it will be a better suspension most of the time.... but obviously buy what you want, they are excellent vehicles that bridge the gap between old school Land Cruisers and newer more refined comfy stuff.