Difference between chassis TCR20 / TCR21

[gromit]

Hi, i am looking to get replacement suspension / brakes for my '91 4WD Estima. I have located modified parts on a USA website but the chassis number starts with TCR20 instead of TCR21 (my chassis number). Does anyone know if these parts would fit. Thanks

[Frenchman]

I think the 21 part means it's a G spec if I remember when I looked into it some time ago, ie better trim. Hopefully some one can can confirm this?

Frenchman

[Daz]

this might be of use its from the american previa repair manual,TCR20L looks like it means its 4x4.

[oitsnik]

looking at the picture above i would say it meant left hand drive

[Daz]

Its an American manual they are all left hand drive, I think gromit was asking about the numbers TCR20 and TCR21 .In the picture TCR20 refers to four wheel drive or all trac (which I think is an American term for all wheel drive)

[TheMAN]

from what I understand based on TRD Japan's suspension list and looking through various pics of estimas:
TCR/CXR10 = 2WD with middle row bench seat
TCR/CXR20 = 4WD with middle row bench seat
TCR/CXR11 = 2WD with middle row captain seats
TCR/CXR21 = 4WD with middle row captain seats

[Philster]

And the rear suspension is different between the 7 and 8 seat versions - the 7 seaters have independent rear suspension, whereas the 8 seaters have solid rear axles.

That is, if it conforms to the same numbering system and layout as the narrow body CXR (diesel) types.

So rear TCR20 parts won't fit a TCR21.

[TheMAN]

my TCR10W is a 7 seater (bench seats), but has a solid rear axle

[mr mince]

Originally Posted by TheMAN

my TCR10W is a 7 seater (bench seats), but has a solid rear axle

I was thinking about those last night, a rare bus I knew they existed but nobody's ever owned one that I can think of.

[Philster]

Originally Posted by TheMAN

my TCR10W is a 7 seater (bench seats), but has a solid rear axle

OK, substitute "Bench seats" for "8 seater" for the US variants - I suspect they are the same as our 8 seaters, but with fewer seatbelts and different upholstery.
Out of interest, does the middle row turn around in those?
and if so, is it a 50/50 split, or 35/65, as on our 8 seaters?