Welcome to the site... Hope this info helps.
1. Yeah you can lift it. You can use OME (Old Man Emu) lift kits.
2. OME makes a 3" lift kit that clears 35's
3. No idea... The rear axles are stout and the front is just as tough depending on how you treat the birfields
4. Not to my knowledge. You might have to relocate the brake lines or extend them.
5. 4.11 will want to go higher for larger tires. 4.88's recommended.
6. hi range is 1:1 and low range is 2.488:1. Also check to see if yours is full time 4wd. or All wheel drive.
7. You need to check and see if the one you are buying has the electric lockers included. This was a factory option until 97. My 96 has factory electric lockers front and rear.
Here is more info on the 97 FZJ-80
1995-1997 Thanks to sleeoffroad.com
1996 saw the introduction of the Lexus LX450 Model.
Exhaust system changed from side by side catalytic converters to in-line converters. The exhaust also routes below the frame rail just behind the catalytic converters to avoid excessive heat on the passenger floor-boards.
Front grill changed from the word TOYOTA written across the front to the new Toyota symbol.
Headlight mounts are different from 1991-1994 vs 1995-1997 and will not interchange.
Redesigned dash board with airbags as standard equipment.
Headliner changed to two piece molded units.
Emission system on engine changes. Changed from a Mass Air Pressure meter to a Mass Air Flow meter. Certain plumbing was also removed.
Supercharger & Turbo systems available for 1995-1997 models.
ECU updates and truck became voluntary OBD-II compatible. Fully compatible in 1996 models.
Wheel Lug nuts change from conical to washer type.
Airbags become standard
Automatic transmission changes to the A343F. Some 95's were produced with the A442F. The transmission type is printed on the label on the driver door.
1997 saw the introduction of the 40th Anniversary editions as well as the Collectors Series.
1997 the rear swaybar brackets that attach the bar to the frame were changed from a plate side that attached to the side of the frame to a bracket style that attached to the bottom of the frame.
ABS wires on the front were moved upward and no longer run down the front control arm.
Radiator is a 2 row aluminum
here is what you can do if you want to get wild....
This 93' is running a 6.5" suspension lift and boggers.
Extra links for your reading pleasure...
www.sleeoffroad.comwww.tlc4x4.comwww.sor.comwww.man-a-fre.comwww.safari4x4.com.au/80scool/tech/technical.html
