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49 messages, Last post on Aug 22, 2009 at 8:03 AM
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What does Toyota need to add to the FJ to make it perfect? Navigation (or is the Garmin ok)? A diesel engine option? That rumored Moab edition?
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Replying to: steve_ (Jul 21, 2006 12:50 pm) It's not just a matter of adding - they need to subtract some things as well: I want an FJ Cruiser that's more true to the original FJ40's standard of function taking precedence over form. - Simplfy the bumpers, dump the hideous cladding and plastic bodywork. - Fix the big blind spots, (shrink the C-pillar, increase the size of the rear passenger windows). - Improve the forward visibility. - Improve the turning circle diameter. - Add a diesel engine option. - Switch to independent front suspension. - Add wider rear passenger doors with external door handles. - Add traditional FJ40 colors (red, green, beige) - Add removable hardtop, optional softtop, optional sunroof (for pretenders). - Increase flexibility in adding options. - Improve the stereo (or make it optional for those of us with good ears). - Remove the premium fuel "requirement". - Add proper side mirrors. - Add rear seats that fold completely flat. - Keep the price around $25,000. |
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Replying to: cloned_2_death (Jul 21, 2006 10:13 pm) |
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Replying to: cloned_2_death (Jul 21, 2006 10:13 pm)
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Replying to: steve_ (Jul 21, 2006 10:44 pm) I think you mean solid front axle (like the old FJ40-80), right? I agree, oh and a removable roof option and make the Moab version simple with only 4WD goodies added... 33" all-terrain tires, locking rear diff, ATRAC, roof rack, winch, etc.
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DIESEL ENGINE>>>>>>>>DIESEL ENGINE........Diesel engine.. And a smallish one, not some firebreathing behemouth...just a nice mild maybe 4 cylinder Perkins type 150 hp or so. My wife has a Jeep Liberty with a little 4 cylinder diesel in it..great mileage, power aplenty...great little truck, but interior is just a tad small for my 6'6" body.. I would arm wrestle you for an FJ with a nice moderate diesel in it. GypsyJon |
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Replying to: chiefjojo (Jul 22, 2006 9:03 pm) |
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I don't know if a removable top is possible, but some sort of sunroof should be. When Toyota adds that I will pay a visit to the local dealer. I know I can go aftermarket, but I don't want an 18 year old with a sawzall cutting a hole in my roof! 
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Replying to: murphydog (Aug 30, 2006 12:24 pm) |
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| I am the perfect model of a consumer who wants a new FJ. I had a Tacoma that I loved, and now I drive a Nissan Pathfinder (long story) which I HATE. I want to get back into the Toyota family, but WILL NOT make a move until I can buy the diesel. Overseas, the Toyota Diesel has a rock solid reputation. But when it comes to the US market, and more specifically the new FJ, it is as though Toyota refuses to acknowledge the market demand for diesel. I realize that there are regulatory hurdles, but those look to be lowered in 2007. ADD A DIESEL OPTION!!!! | |
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