Techie ideas for FJ - Page 2

SATXChelus · 09-14-06, 08:15 PM

Not really a techie thing, but I would like more aggressive tires (BFG AT - the damn models get them, why can't the real ones?!)

Other techie kind of things are map lights, a way to change the light color on the stereo and have scrolling text on MP3 titles. I would also like more power outlets up front.

One of my friends suggested a .50caliber machine gun turret on top. As cool as that would be, probably a bit impractical (and illegal)

Blues Dawg · 09-14-06, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by SATXChelus

Not really a techie thing, but I would like more aggressive tires (BFG AT - the damn models get them, why can't the real ones?!)

Other techie kind of things are map lights, a way to change the light color on the stereo and have scrolling text on MP3 titles. I would also like more power outlets up front.

One of my friends suggested a .50caliber machine gun turret on top. As cool as that would be, probably a bit impractical (and illegal)

You can change colors on the stereo display - turn off, push text and some other stuff in the owners manual...

yooper · 09-17-06, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Corey

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There also is plenty of room on the headliner up front to have some sort of a mount to attach a CB radio to.
Maybe even have it plumbed for 12v.

I was seriously thinking of paying Cartoys to mount my huge CB up there, but opted for the glovebox instead like I did on the 4Runner.
http://www.pnw4runners.com/fj/cb/DSC00023.JPG

But there is plenty of room on top of the headliner, even for a huge Cobra 29.

I'd go one better and ask for a factory Toyota CB in the dash. They had one for the FJ40...

Beowulf · 09-18-06, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by SATXChelus

Not really a techie thing, but I would like more aggressive tires (BFG AT - the damn models get them, why can't the real ones?!)

BFG A/T ko tyres are a factory option. Just check the right box on your order form.

Quote:

Originally Posted by SATXChelus

One of my friends suggested a .50caliber machine gun turret on top. As cool as that would be, probably a bit impractical (and illegal)

They're not illegal everywhere.

Maybe you'd like more than one?

-B-

Runner Ryan · 09-18-06, 04:13 PM

Tires weren't an option when I got mine. Good thing, though, because the BFG AT's arent' all that great anyway.

moabrat · 09-18-06, 04:47 PM

Tires aren't an option without buying new rims as well. In ADDITION to the stock wheels and tires. So you are buying 10 wheels and 10 tires and only get 5. Either you check that box and bend right over, don't check it and get all the wheels and tires for less, or Toyota stops ripping us off and let's us choose one option or the other. Talk about f..ked up.

fullnelson · 09-18-06, 06:04 PM

I think a standard cab, open bed configuration would be slick. Just have the front two doors with some wrap around corner windows behind them. Continue the lower body lines from front to back, but essentially the rear section of roof would be absent. This would be a very useful configuration to offer in addition to the existing body configuration IMO.

moabrat · 09-18-06, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by fullnelson

I think a standard cab, open bed configuration would be slick. Just have the front two doors with some wrap around corner windows behind them. Continue the lower body lines from front to back, but essentially the rear section of roof would be absent. This would be a very useful configuration to offer in addition to the existing body configuration IMO.

That's an interesting idea. Perhaps even a removable roof section that would leave that configuration after removal.

Blues Dawg · 09-18-06, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by fullnelson

I think a standard cab, open bed configuration would be slick. Just have the front two doors with some wrap around corner windows behind them. Continue the lower body lines from front to back, but essentially the rear section of roof would be absent. This would be a very useful configuration to offer in addition to the existing body configuration IMO.

FJC 45?

fullnelson · 09-18-06, 09:03 PM

Yeah Blues Dawg, that's what I had in mind. FJ45 pickups had removable top and fixed top options. For years Toyota had a few options in the Land Cruiser line. It's nice to see them offering shorter wheel base and wagons side by side again. (Please let's not start the "is the FJC a Land Cruiser" argumant again!) Since we're dreaming here, that's my dream...FJC45 short bed.

hammer1 · 09-22-06, 06:22 AM

i would love to see some sort of pre-run wires, going up the front pillar, to an access on the roof, for off-road lights.
In all my landcruiser years ( since 1977 ) i have NEVER seen ANY vehicle that had this option.

FirstToy · 09-28-06, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Buckums

why, why, why put IRS on a vehical that is aimed at the offroad community?!

The FJ Cruiser has IFS and solid rear axle.
Let's not get into a discussion here about SFA vs IFS. If you feel a detailed discussion should be referenced, just add a link. I don't want to squash anyone's thoughts but I don't want to wander off topic either.

This should keep things streamlined. Great suggestions and keep them coming! Maybe you can affect the next model FJC!

Maintz · 10-04-06, 09:53 AM

A replacement panel for the rear tail gate that provided maximum storage compartments would be great. The storage nets sold by Toyota, p/n PT912-35070, are $89 for the pair, and they're just a strip of molded plastic with some netting. What a rip-off!

woooody · 10-07-06, 04:28 PM

Rear windows need to be bigger, and abel to roll up and down for rear seat passengers. Or at least pop open

Oldsy_FJC · 10-13-06, 12:28 PM

My only complaint is the fact that on the factory roof rack the "long" support does not extend long enought to go all the way forward. I like to carry a canoe and found it a major pain because all the supports are at the back of the rack. The only other option is buy the $160.00 light bar from Real Wheels. What gives?! Am I missing something or did I get three "short supports"?

MDSFMT6 · 10-29-06, 06:34 AM

I would like to see a wind jam to alleviate the roof rack wind noise. I "know" its in the works, but haven't seen it yet.

michaelknight · 11-03-06, 11:28 AM

I have a 2000 Jeep TJ all decked out with lockers, 4:88 gears, running GY MTR 37', Warn bumpers, a Warn 9.5 Ti, six inches of total lift , SYE and short shaft kit. What I am getting at is the new 07 FJ Cruiser goes pretty much every place my TJ has gone. They are both yellow and make great stable mates. I am a luck SOB to be able to have both. Michael

hilux gb · 11-13-06, 04:13 PM

r/h/d diesel and sold in england !!!!

RredFJ40 · 11-15-06, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by fullnelson

. Also, I would like Toyota to offer them with some of the original FJ40 colors, particularly mustard and dark green. Keep the white roof though, I love that!

How can they not offer one in Freeborn Red!!!!!

nuclearlemon · 11-15-06, 05:55 PM

as i told bvb, the fjc "softop" pickup conversion they had at sema. that was sweet and i hate the fjc. also, they gotta figure out a way to make the back door windows roll down...it's claustrophobic back there.

hammer1 · 12-03-06, 03:57 PM

bolt-in fuses ( i.e. alternator, heater, ect. ) that dont require ripping the whole fuse box apart to replace.
how about face-mounted????

Blues Dawg · 12-03-06, 05:15 PM

which gives me another idea - an optional 4 or 6 position accessory 12v panel for add ons like CB's, lights, GPS, etc.

FJ-Ollie · 12-04-06, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by nickw

Grab handles!!!!!
Need handles for people.
How can you have an offroad vehicles without handles?

If Toyota left them off becayse they don't fit, they NEED to make them fit.
This is a major oversight IMHO.

Cheers,
Nick

Mine came with grab handles...

FJ-Ollie · 12-04-06, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by k_os

ha ha.. funny. Another idea I just had, while not very techy. Very important in daily driving. This FJ is just like my girlfriend b itches about pretty much everything. Put it in reverse beeep, no seatbelt beeep, leave door open beeep, it's seriously extremely annoying. But like my g/f I still love her/it

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Disable the alarms. There's numerous threads on just how turn off the annoying bells and whistles.

Tim Scully · 12-12-06, 06:04 PM

I have to agree with Chris about the need for more power plugs. Definitely need more of those. Even though Im not in the rear of the vehicles much they do need some handles in the back for the passengers to grab on to.

I would also love to see a sunroof. Thats just me though, I like looking out of the sunroof on a 40degree sidetilt at the ground or the obsticle I am passing.

Sure some of us would love to see a diesel or removable top. Who knows what the future holds. Keep the ideas coming tho because this is great stuff

BillWright · 12-13-06, 06:28 PM

Enabling A-TRAC when the rear diff is locked needs to be made available on request.
My understanding is that the new FJC's are coming with it. Anyone wanting to do some serious 'wheeling is mostly already doing it themselves with the widely known "A-TRAC Hack". I'm hearing the Trail Teams cars have it, we should too.
Dealers need to be informed and allowed to perform this on demand. I have a one month old FJC with which I am totally awed but I have a T-case problem for which I have returned it to the dealer. While I was there I asked the Sr Service Tech to look into this, he had no knowledge of it.

Hey Toyota ARE YOU LISTENING?? Give us all the tools please.
bw

tomsrig · 12-16-06, 09:21 PM

Hi, I don't yet own a FJ but I'm thinking hard about it. I took a test drive and made the following observations which I think should be fixed in the next model year.
1. Fix the angle of the driver head rests. The are canted at too large an angel so they hit your head at the very top. In fact, redesign the darn things to work right.
2.Find a way to attach the front seat belts so they do not attach to the rear door. You have to remove your seatbelt everytime a pasenger gets it.
3. Fix the radio display so you can se

09-18-06, 04:13 PM	#35
Runner Ryan IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Victoria BC Posts: 283	Tires weren't an option when I got mine. Good thing, though, because the BFG AT's arent' all that great anyway. __________________ 07 FJ Cruiser 3" OME lift, 37" BFG Krawlers, E-Locker, Free A-Trac. Allpro winch bumper, sliders, and CB Bandi mount. 89 4Runner 38.5" Swampers, SAS, Injected 5L V-8. SOON TO HAVE DANA 60/14 BOLT WITH 42" IROKS.

09-18-06, 04:47 PM	#36
moabrat IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Salt Lake City, UT TLCA# 16012 Posts: 22	Tires aren't an option without buying new rims as well. In ADDITION to the stock wheels and tires. So you are buying 10 wheels and 10 tires and only get 5. Either you check that box and bend right over, don't check it and get all the wheels and tires for less, or Toyota stops ripping us off and let's us choose one option or the other. Talk about f..ked up. __________________ BRC Moab Partner http://community.webshots.com/user/moabrat http://www.sharetrails.org/public_lands/index.cfm?section=MoabUpdate

09-18-06, 06:04 PM	#37
fullnelson IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Western Colorado TLCA# 2664 Posts: 115	I think a standard cab, open bed configuration would be slick. Just have the front two doors with some wrap around corner windows behind them. Continue the lower body lines from front to back, but essentially the rear section of roof would be absent. This would be a very useful configuration to offer in addition to the existing body configuration IMO. __________________ Dirty Toy School TTT Backup Driver/ Trainer FJCTT Central Lead Driver 1972 FJ40 3B conversion, AXT Turbo, AA rock box, 116:1 crawl, Longfields, 4x4 Labs high steer 1993 FZJ80, Superwinch Husky 10, OME 851/863, ARB fridge, 285/75/R16 BFG Mud Terrains, Metal Tech sliders

09-18-06, 09:03 PM	#40
fullnelson IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Western Colorado TLCA# 2664 Posts: 115	Yeah Blues Dawg, that's what I had in mind. FJ45 pickups had removable top and fixed top options. For years Toyota had a few options in the Land Cruiser line. It's nice to see them offering shorter wheel base and wagons side by side again. (Please let's not start the "is the FJC a Land Cruiser" argumant again!) Since we're dreaming here, that's my dream...FJC45 short bed. __________________ Dirty Toy School TTT Backup Driver/ Trainer FJCTT Central Lead Driver 1972 FJ40 3B conversion, AXT Turbo, AA rock box, 116:1 crawl, Longfields, 4x4 Labs high steer 1993 FZJ80, Superwinch Husky 10, OME 851/863, ARB fridge, 285/75/R16 BFG Mud Terrains, Metal Tech sliders

09-22-06, 06:22 AM	#41
hammer1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: morristown nj Posts: 744	i would love to see some sort of pre-run wires, going up the front pillar, to an access on the roof, for off-road lights. In all my landcruiser years ( since 1977 ) i have NEVER seen ANY vehicle that had this option. __________________ its not rust, its rust colored paint! 84 FJ60, faded red "Pumpkin" tradesman rack..iron pig rear bumper 07 FJC "Voodoo" Blackout roof rack, Bentup front bumper "tell me, is something eluding you, Sunshine? Is this not what you expected to see?"

09-14-06, 08:15 PM	#31
SATXChelus IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Antonio Posts: 27	Not really a techie thing, but I would like more aggressive tires (BFG AT - the damn models get them, why can't the real ones?!) Other techie kind of things are map lights, a way to change the light color on the stereo and have scrolling text on MP3 titles. I would also like more power outlets up front. One of my friends suggested a .50caliber machine gun turret on top. As cool as that would be, probably a bit impractical (and illegal)

10-04-06, 09:53 AM	#43
Maintz IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: No Calif TLCA# 13045 Posts: 138	Aftermarket accessories A replacement panel for the rear tail gate that provided maximum storage compartments would be great. The storage nets sold by Toyota, p/n PT912-35070, are $89 for the pair, and they're just a strip of molded plastic with some netting. What a rip-off! __________________ '07 FJ Cruiser, Titanium '07 RAV4 4WD/V6 Lmtd TLCA 13045

10-07-06, 04:28 PM	#44
woooody IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Vallejo, Ca TLCA# 7704 Posts: 820	Rear windows need to be bigger, and abel to roll up and down for rear seat passengers. Or at least pop open __________________ Ross Woody TLCA #7704 72 FJ40 with some mods... (now sporting ORION #342) 07 TRD FJC

10-13-06, 12:28 PM	#45
Oldsy_FJC IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alberta Canada Posts: 10	Roof Rack upgrade My only complaint is the fact that on the factory roof rack the "long" support does not extend long enought to go all the way forward. I like to carry a canoe and found it a major pain because all the supports are at the back of the rack. The only other option is buy the $160.00 light bar from Real Wheels. What gives?! Am I missing something or did I get three "short supports"?

10-29-06, 06:34 AM	#46
MDSFMT6 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Maryland TLCA# not yet... Posts: 2	I would like to see a wind jam to alleviate the roof rack wind noise. I "know" its in the works, but haven't seen it yet. __________________ MDSFMT6 Maryland SunFusion FJ Cruiser MT Wish List: (1) (DD) Lights/Air Dam for roof rack (2) BFG All Terrain KO (3) Rock Rails (4) Bumper (Front & Rear) and (5) all the survival tools...

11-03-06, 11:28 AM	#47
michaelknight IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2006 TLCA# 16791 Posts: 42	I have a 2000 Jeep TJ all decked out with lockers, 4:88 gears, running GY MTR 37', Warn bumpers, a Warn 9.5 Ti, six inches of total lift , SYE and short shaft kit. What I am getting at is the new 07 FJ Cruiser goes pretty much every place my TJ has gone. They are both yellow and make great stable mates. I am a luck SOB to be able to have both. Michael

11-13-06, 04:13 PM	#48
hilux gb IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 7	r/h/d diesel and sold in england !!!!

11-15-06, 05:55 PM	#50
nuclearlemon IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: meh-ico, colorado TLCA# 1431 Posts: 7,769	as i told bvb, the fjc "softop" pickup conversion they had at sema. that was sweet and i hate the fjc. also, they gotta figure out a way to make the back door windows roll down...it's claustrophobic back there. __________________ seven cruisers and 3 of em run and four are for sale

12-03-06, 03:57 PM	#51
hammer1 IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: morristown nj Posts: 744	bolt-in fuses ( i.e. alternator, heater, ect. ) that dont require ripping the whole fuse box apart to replace. how about face-mounted???? __________________ its not rust, its rust colored paint! 84 FJ60, faded red "Pumpkin" tradesman rack..iron pig rear bumper 07 FJC "Voodoo" Blackout roof rack, Bentup front bumper "tell me, is something eluding you, Sunshine? Is this not what you expected to see?"

12-03-06, 05:15 PM	#52
Blues Dawg Shaken - not stirred Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Phoenix TLCA# 16271 Posts: 878	which gives me another idea - an optional 4 or 6 position accessory 12v panel for add ons like CB's, lights, GPS, etc. __________________ Yellow FJ Cruiser - a work in progress - Copper State Cruisers #68 IBL8 & Procrastin8

12-12-06, 06:04 PM	#55
Tim Scully IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Greenville, S.C. Posts: 58	I have to agree with Chris about the need for more power plugs. Definitely need more of those. Even though Im not in the rear of the vehicles much they do need some handles in the back for the passengers to grab on to. I would also love to see a sunroof. Thats just me though, I like looking out of the sunroof on a 40degree sidetilt at the ground or the obsticle I am passing. Sure some of us would love to see a diesel or removable top. Who knows what the future holds. Keep the ideas coming tho because this is great stuff

12-13-06, 06:28 PM	#56
BillWright IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Greenville, SC TLCA# None Posts: 529	Enabling A-TRAC when the rear diff is locked needs to be made available on request. My understanding is that the new FJC's are coming with it. Anyone wanting to do some serious 'wheeling is mostly already doing it themselves with the widely known "A-TRAC Hack". I'm hearing the Trail Teams cars have it, we should too. Dealers need to be informed and allowed to perform this on demand. I have a one month old FJC with which I am totally awed but I have a T-case problem for which I have returned it to the dealer. While I was there I asked the Sr Service Tech to look into this, he had no knowledge of it. Hey Toyota ARE YOU LISTENING?? Give us all the tools please. bw