I definately dont think the FJ is god and I think they are ugly and queer looking. But they do have the "makings" of a good 4x4 platform. The "pradas" have been wheeled over seas for a long time and are pretty kick ass from what I have read. I think the FJ is a fairly good off-road machine and would prob keep up with an H3...................I'm sure it wont be long til someone finds this out..........
I dont like "big beasts" vehicles or jeeps for that matter. I run a very mild set-up but it is dialed in well. I run open differentials with 32 inch tires and a 3.5 inch lift and can keep up with just about anyone on a 7-8 rated trail out here in Colorado. I cant even begin to imagine what my Jeep would be capable of if I decided to throw 8 grand into it
..... One thing I've learned is that Driver Skill and capability is 80% of it.............