Wild Earth Gear Ratio Conversion Kit — Land Cruiser 1VD V8

Short Product Summary

The Wild Earth Gear Ratio Conversion Kit swaps in a new 2nd gear, 5th gear and cluster gear to lower cruising RPM in the 4.5-litre V8 turbodiesel Land Cruiser. It's aimed at owners who tow or cover long distances and want a quieter, more relaxed drive at highway speed.

Why This Product

A V8 Land Cruiser sitting at high RPM on the highway makes itself heard, and that drone gets tiring on a long tow or a multi-day trip. Bringing cruising RPM down without changing your driving style makes the same drive quieter and less tiring, whether you're hauling a caravan or just putting in the kilometres.

Key Features

• Replacement 2nd, 5th and cluster gear – a full gear set for the conversion, not a single ratio swap
• Gearbox gasket kit included – everything needed for the internal rebuild comes in the one kit
• Lower cruising RPM – engine speed drops from around 3,000 RPM to under 2,400 RPM at 120km/h
• Smoother overtaking – the changed gearing is said to make acceleration and overtaking easier at highway speed
• Quieter at highway speed – less engine drone in the cabin on long hauls
• Built for towing and touring – aimed at Land Cruiser owners covering long distances or towing heavy loads

Ideal For

• Land Cruiser owners who tow heavy loads and want a quieter, more relaxed cruise at highway speed.
• Long-distance and overland travellers who spend hours at a stretch at cruising speed and notice the difference in cabin noise.
• High-mileage daily workhorse Land Cruisers where lower RPM eases the load on the engine over time.

Local Support from 4Matt Campers

Ask our team in the Western Cape to confirm your exact Land Cruiser model and engine before you order this kit.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Wild Earth
• Vehicle Fitment: Land Cruiser 1VD V8
• Gears Affected: 2nd gear and 5th gear
• Cruising RPM: Approximately 3,000 RPM (factory) reduced to under 2,400 RPM (converted), both at 120km/h

What's Included

• Replacement 2nd gear
• Replacement 5th gear
• Cluster gear
• Complete gearbox gasket kit

Optional Fitment / Upgrade Notes

Confirm these before you order:

• This kit is built for the 4.5-litre V8 turbodiesel (VDJ) Land Cruiser: the 79 Series in Single Cab or Double Cab form, plus the 76 Series Station Wagon. It's not made for a V6 petrol engine, nor for an 80 Series or 105 Series Land Cruiser
• Tell us your exact model and engine before ordering so we can confirm it's the right kit for your Land Cruiser
• Have it fitted by a qualified gearbox workshop — this changes internal gearbox components, not a bolt-on part

Complete Your Setup

Look through our other Land Cruiser accessories, add suspension upgrades for the extra load of towing, or check our recovery gear before a long trip.

FAQ

Which Land Cruisers does this kit fit?
The 4.5-litre V8 turbodiesel Land Cruiser: the 79 Series, in Single Cab or Double Cab form, plus the 76 Series Station Wagon. It's not built for a V6 petrol engine or for an 80 Series or 105 Series model.

How much does cruising RPM drop by?
Wild Earth's figures show engine speed dropping from approximately 3,000 RPM to under 2,400 RPM at 120km/h.

Will this save me fuel?
Lower cruising RPM is expected to improve fuel economy, though we can't give you an exact figure — ask us for more detail.

Can I fit this myself?
We recommend having it fitted by a qualified gearbox workshop, since it involves internal gearbox components.

What's included in the kit?
Replacement 2nd gear, 5th gear and cluster gear, plus a complete gearbox gasket kit.