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Originally Posted by eurasiaoverland
I can remove the shock absorbers or rear axles, differential from my Landcruiser without even using a jack.
EO
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Seldom recommended... Naughty boy EO!
@ O.P
1st choice- Toyota
2nd choice - ditto
3rd choice - ditto
4th choice - Mercedes 190E
Diesel anytime of the day
Having coordinates & tel. numbers of breakers yards and mechanics is, IMHO, a plus. as well as being able to speak French -
Sat-Nav Databases weigh nothing
Knowing how to look after your vehicle and your way around it, fully servicing it and replacing any 'questionable' parts before entering Africa and carrying sensible service items and tools will most probably save you getting ripped off.
Enzo is spot on re the Hilux- but then I am biased- here is mine and a quality taxi 'with' aircon in NCK still going strong!!
Last edited by Toyark; 27 Feb 2025 at 08:18.
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