The new Toyota 300 Series Land Cruiser is an amazing machine. It’s stylish, comfortable, and capable of conquering just about any terrain with ease. However, even the best engines can be made better with a few simple modifications!
Here at Just Autos, we are Australia’s leading experts in diesel performance upgrades and understand the passion and excitement that comes with owning such a formidable vehicle. In this blog we have curated a selection of the top 3 performance upgrades designed to unleash the full potential of your 300 series Land Cruiser.
From optimising air intake to managing engine temperature and fine-tuning performance, discover how you can elevate your LC300’s driving experience.
A Grand Reveal: Unbox the F33A-FTV Engine with Us!
The Just Autos team got our hands on a F33A-FTV – the mighty engine for the Toyota 300 Series Land Cruiser! Having this engine in our workshop will allow us to spend more time on R&D, testing, and expanding our tuning and upgrade options for your modified LC300.
Watch Matt unbox this powerful engine here. Looking to upgrade and modify you 300 series Land Cruiser?Get in touch with our team to find out more about how we can help you improve the performance and outputs on your very own vehicle.
1. Optimise Airflow With Performance Airboxes & Factory-Standard Air Filters
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to improve your LC300’s airflow, then an aftermarket airbox is the perfect solution. These airboxes are designed to provide your engine with more airflow than the standard factory airbox, and they come with high-flow factory-standard air filters that will ensure your engine is getting the cleanest possible air.
Upgrading your 300 series Land Cruiser’s air box also provides it with a better seal – a problem Toyota’s air boxes are known for. Many any of their engines, are exposed to a phenomenon known as ‘dusting’ which occurs when the airbox design allows for dust and other harmful pollutants to get past the seal.
While these particles are small, they are enough to wreak havoc on your internal components. This is something Toyota has always struggled with on a lot of their diesel vehicles and is the biggest reason for an upgrade. Dusting cause’s unnecessary wear and tear on your engine’s components, meaning you’ll have to replace or repair them that much sooner.
What are the benefits of an aftermarket airbox?
- More airflow means more power: Aftermarket airboxes are designed to maximise the flow of air into the engine, leading to improved combustion. This increased airflow translates directly into more power, giving your vehicle a noticeable boost in performance.
- Can improve fuel economy: With a more efficient combustion process, your engine can achieve better mileage, ultimately saving you on fuel costs.
- Promotes engine health: By ensuring a consistent and clean air supply to the engine, aftermarket airboxes contribute to the overall health of your engine. Cleaner air means reduced chances of contaminants entering the engine, leading to a longer lifespan and better reliability.
- Reduces wear and tear on internal engine components: A reduction in contaminants leads to less wear and tear on internal parts, preserving the longevity of your engine and minimising maintenance costs.
Should You Retain The Factory Filter?
Put simply? Yes! Not all aftermarket airboxes are created equal and some aftermarket airboxes come with low-quality aftermarket air filters that can actually do more harm than good to your engine. That’s why we only use high-flow factory-standard air filters in our aftermarket airboxes, so you can be sure your engine is getting the cleanest possible air.
Read More: Advantages of Aftermarket Airboxes for Toyota Diesels
2. Precision Cooling With Heat Exchanger Upgrades
While the factory-standard intercooler and cooling systems are suitable for everyday driving, demanding circumstances can push your Land Cruiser to its limits. When under stress, the engine temperature rises and the factory ECU begins to under-fuel, resulting in a significant decrease in power and torque at the wheels. This can result in poor towing performance and sluggish responsiveness, compromising the capabilities of your 300 Series Land Cruiser when you need it most.
Fortunately, LC300’s can undergo heat exchanger upgrades to address these challenges. Seamlessly integrating with existing cooling components and introduces advanced water-to-air cooling capabilities.
The Key Benefits Of A Heat Exchanger
A heat exchanger upgrade drastically increases the cooling capacity of your Land Cruiser, ensuring that even under intense conditions, your engine operates at optimal temperatures. Say goodbye to power loss and hello to enhanced performance.
- Improved Power & Torque: Experience confident and efficient towing capabilities, whether you’re hauling trailers, boats, or any heavy load. A Heat Exchanger Upgrade ensures that your Land Cruiser remains a towing powerhouse, even in challenging terrains.
- Regulate Engine Temps: Upgraded heat exchangers keep your engine running at the right temperature reducing the risk of overheating and welcoming consistent, reliable performance from your F33A-FTV engine.
- Seamless Integration: Designed to seamlessly integrate with factory-standard F33A-FTV engines, a Heat Exchanger Upgrade is also compatible with modified 300 Series Land Cruisers that have undergone previous performance enhancements.
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3. A Closer Look at Multimapping For Your Toyota 300 Series Land Cruiser
When it comes to performance enhancements, the Toyota LC 300 Series has seen remarkable advancements, and at the forefront is ECU multi-mapping. This cutting-edge upgrades provides a level of customisation and adaptability that was once unimaginable!
Unlike traditional ECU tuning, which adjusts a single engine map, multi-mapping involves creating and installing multiple maps within the ECU simultaneously. This eliminates the need for manual reprogramming every time a different set of parameters is needed. This means your vehicle can seamlessly adapt to a wide range of scenarios, offering an unparalleled level of customisation – all at the turn of a dial!
How Multimapping Transforms Your Drive
- Quicker and Easier Parameter Adjustments: Say goodbye to lengthy and cumbersome tuning processes. ECU multi-mapping allows for swift adjustments to the ECU’s parameters, providing a more efficient and user-friendly tuning experience.
- Improving Fuel Efficiency: With the ability to fine-tune your engine’s performance in various conditions, ECU multi-mapping contributes to improved fuel efficiency. Enjoy a more economical and environmentally friendly driving experience.
- Enhancing Power & Torque: Experience a surge in power and torque as ECU multi-mapping optimises your engine’s performance. Feel the difference in acceleration and overall responsiveness, elevating your driving pleasure to new heights.
Read More: How ECU Multi-Mapping Can Revolutionise Your Landcruiser 300 Series Driving Experience
Speak to Australia’s Top Toyota Diesel Performance Specialists
It goes without saying that the journey to unlocking the true potential of this formidable vehicle is both thrilling and rewarding. From the airbox to multimapping you can push the boundaries and redefine what’s possible on the road.
If you’re looking for the best performance upgrades for your modified LC300, then look no further than Just Autos. We are Australia’s leading diesel performance specialists, and we have a range of upgrades that will help you unleash the true power of your vehicle. Contact us today to speak to one of our expert team members and discover our range of Toyota performance upgrades!
