The era of the 100 is here.

[Pskhaat]

I hereby declare this era henceforth to be the era of the 100. The UZJ100's time is come and is here.

Yeah, the 80 rocks. So does the 60 series and the 40/55 series before it. But the years have rolled on and the new LC series is soon out. The age of the 60 series really began with the introduction of the 80. That's when you started seeing a bunch of 60s modified and trail ready. When the 100 was introduced in the late 90s the same thing started happening with the 80s and soon there were more 80s on the trail than any other.

We now stand at the beginning of the next expedition/trail Cruiser, and it is the 100. The 80 takes the back seat, as the 60 did before it. Long live them all, but it's time to embrace the 100.

 

[Andrew Walcker]

Very prophetic...I like it! :clapsmile

 

[Jacket]

Isn't the 100 the first IFS Cruiser? That won't help......

 

[kcowyo]

IFS is sweet. :bowdown:


SA is soooooo 1997.....

 

[bigreen505]

I think there is some truth to that and I think finances are a major factor it that. In reality, what is the average cost of a good used 100 versus trying to track down a decent 80 and then doing all the catchup and preventative maintenance on it? When I was looking at an 80, Slee said to factor in about $4k on catchup and preventative maintenance.

Isn't the 100 the first IFS Cruiser? That won't help......

See, this just reinforces Scott's point. Now you can buy a slightly banged up 100, SAS it, put on 40's (with spinners of course) and act like you're cool. :shakin:

 

[Pskhaat]

Isn't the 100 the first IFS Cruiser...

Sadly. Very sadly. Nonetheless, there is no live front axle coming into the US anytime in the next decade or longer from Toyota, and there are no alternatives such as Tacoma or 4Skinner or FJCs. Like it or not--and I don't--live axles will likely never be on any future production vehicle in the US from Toyota. Toyota USA has made your decision for you as to what you like and will buy from them.

 

[DaveInDenver]

IFS is for losers, therefore I am a dedicated and content loser. Although, my dentist isn't replacing fillings anymore, so she might not like IFS.

 

[Dirty Harry]

See, this just reinforces Scott's point. Now you can buy a slightly banged up 100, SAS it, put on 40's (with spinners of course) and act like you're cool. :shakin:

It has already been done.

 

[adventureduo]

Yep, they're getting more common every day. Still think they're out of most peoples price range though.

 

[Jacket]

Fine then, I might as well copy Wyatt from Demello and SAS my 06 Tacoma.......in my dreams....

SAS should be a Toyota factory option just like door sill protectors. I can see it now - me talking to Toyota sales guy: "I'd like my Tacoma in silver, TRD package, chrome exhaust tip, side curtain air bags, and......hmmm....yea, I'll take the SAS package with the option 40" IROKs?" :wings:

 

[dieselcruiserhead]

IFS has its advantages as solid axle does. I have been very impressed by the 100's also. The big think is single-handedly the increased power and slight increased efficiency with not much compromise in the earlier models with the rear locker...

 

[rionorte]

Yep.
At this point, I know Im not going to be a rock crawler or hard core wheeler so the SA vs IFS is not going to be a factor for me. Its built per Land Cruiser tradition and thats what keeps me in the fold.

Im trying to convince the other half to rethink the minivan thing and get a new to us 100 series. But, she said if we decide on one - I will not be able to lift it. I said "yes".

 

[Pskhaat]

...she said if we decide on one - I will not be able to lift it. I said "yes".

I agreed to the same. The wife's Hundy mysteriously sits about 2.5" higher now and has larger tires. Funny that.

 

[Scott Brady]

Scott,

I completely agree... Overland Journal needs a 100 build-up series.

 

[WJinTRSC]

Scott,

I completely agree... Overland Journal needs a 100 build-up series.

PLEASE!!!!:wings: :jumping: That would be amazing and of course, everyone here would have atleast some sort of input as to what is done to it and be able to discuss the details and bring info. to the table throughout the process!