Just replaced my LC79 GXL, which is a sad story of Toyota factory snorkels not being designed for water. Had only travelled 13000 ks.
Anyway have now reconstructed an identical one, starting from a bare cab chassis and steel bull bar.
Added OX9500 winch, GME 4400 CB in roof console, Alpine 910R which integrated with existing reversing cameras,TripleM alloy tray, WOW Canopy, Front Runner roofrack, Ironman awning. Under the tray, 100L SS water tank and Shurflo pump and tap either side of cab, Anderson Plug, external and internal 55 watt lights. Internal toolbox has Lifetime AGM battery and relays etc. Battery Management is Red Centa. Under tray tool box holds ARB compressor forARB Diff lockers, and connection for pumping up tyres.
ERPS rust protection and being a cynical old sod, I also had it rust proofed because of beach work.
Still need to extend diff breathers and do have a wish list. 3" exhaust and chip. My wife thinks a lift kit would also be good.
Had a similar rig on an ST Patrol for 6 years. Went to the Cruiser with V8 to get the torque for towing on sand. Last year towed our 16.49 OB to the Eastern Beach on Moreton Island without any problems.
Wish they could put a Patrol cab on the Cruiser, would be ideal.
Cruiser 06. The 300mm drawbar is only rated for 2500 kg as you are probably aware.
File size is a problem so I've added a few which are small enough
Photo with a boat is prepping to tow my sons 3 tonne boat through Indian Head to Orchid beach. Not necessary but we always tandem hitch just in case.




