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Wow I totally missed that! Thanks for the link. All though, I was able to source 10.9 hardware from the local mcfaddendale for less than $12 including bolts washers and lock washers the TT hardware is double if not triple what I paid. The shackles im using are smittybuilt 4.75 ton shackles I had in my recovery kit. May upgrade them. Any suggestions?I have these tow points on my LC100 and I ordered the hardware directly from @TRAIL TAILOR website Trail-Tailor. The specs are even there in case you want to hunt down your own hardware. What shackles did you go with?
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What type of noise were the axles making? After you took them out were you able to verify that the splines were worn? I ask since it's a big ticket item and you always want to be sure (errr. I want to be sure )I have done a bunch of upgrades and preventive maintenance items over the last 5 weeks. Spent nearly $3k in parts. Probably saved another $3k in labor by DIY.
1- Full timing belt service including water pump, thermostat, serpentine belt, radiator flush etc. Using all OEM parts. $450 +/-
2- Re-manufactured (Detroit Axle) power steering rack, power steering lines and fluid. $450 +/-
3- 2 new OEM CV axles. ABS sensors. $1200
4- New 555 tie rod ends $100
5- Rear extended sway bar links Manafre $75
6- Front extended sway bar links Trail-Tailor $150 (including shipping)
7- Eibach Pro Truck extended shocks (4). $460
The old axles were making noises, the steering rack was feeling sloppy, ABS sensors were rusted on, Rancho RS9000 adjustable shocks were real tired after 80k miles and the extended sway bar links were long over due. Feels like a completely different truck now. These new Eibach shocks are fantastic , feel reminds me of Bilstein 5160's but with a notable softer initial impact. They also have approx 1/4 inch more travel front and about 1/2 inch more travel in the rear (over the Ranchos, which were slightly longer that OEM). This should take better advantage of my longer Dobinsons springs in the back, and make for better articulation all around. Adding the extended links also got rid of the annoying head toss over small to medium bumps (like an overly stiff, larger sized sway bar would do). Steering is smooth and quiet now, completely linear feeling throughout the entire motion from lock to lock. Only additional item the LC100 needs right now is some new front sway bar bushings as I noticed they were pretty trashed when I was under there yesterday (80k miles on these). Miles are around 324k now and I must say: It feels like it could easily do 300k more.
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Clicking and popping from the inner race/ bearing assembly being worn. I had rebooted them about 60k miles ago after the outside boots went into shock from the TB lift. I noticed the same boots were cracked again after my last oil change and all the grease was basically gone. OEM axles had run their course. Splines actually looked like new as only a little tiny bit of wear/use visible around the tip. I do a lot of long (1000+ miles) road trips in and out of state, cannot afford to have any issues out on the highway. Making sure that my truck is close to 100% as possible gives me the confidence to travel with my family into and out of remote areas without any doubts. I would really hate myself if I took some half measure (rebuilt axles) and I ended up stranded to save like $400.What type of noise were the axles making? After you took them out were you able to verify that the splines were worn? I ask since it's a big ticket item and you always want to be sure (errr. I want to be sure )
Apologies if this is the wrong place but..
Curious if anyone can help me figure out if a Pioneer AVH-521EX will fit my ‘99 LX 470. Super sale at Best Buy this week!
Pretty sure, size wise it will fit. When I did mine (an Android unit) there were no aftermarket wiring harness available for my 98 LX470 and I had to just wire it us the old way, wire by wire. Also, had to bypass the factory amp from under the driver's seat.Apologies if this is the wrong place but..
Curious if anyone can help me figure out if a Pioneer AVH-521EX will fit my ‘99 LX 470. Super sale at Best Buy this week!
I do not know anything about the Smittybilt ones, but I really like the Van Beest Green Pin, hot dipped galvanized. They are very well made and they seem completely impervious to corrosion. I have also used the Crosby and Chicago (made in the USA) brands as well, they seem just as good. What made me choose these brands was that they are often used in very large scale, OSHA regulated, heavy duty applications with reliable results. In my TT recovery points I have the Van Beest 19mm (3/4" body, 7/8" pin).Wow I totally missed that! Thanks for the link. All though, I was able to source 10.9 hardware from the local mcfaddendale for less than $12 including bolts washers and lock washers the TT hardware is double if not triple what I paid. The shackles im using are smittybuilt 4.75 ton shackles I had in my recovery kit. May upgrade them. Any suggestions?
I finally had a chance to install the full Heatshield window cover set for my 100 series. The fit is quite good and the supplied suction cups work well. I had the 3rd row up for 2 weeks straight and no cups released. I got the first, second, third rows and rear window. The outside is the silver mylar finish and is made in USA! It think you can also get mylar gold color now. The full set will run you about 200 shipped.
First and second row.
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3rd row
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Started to build a tailgate cover to replace the old carpet. Waiting on some raptor liner to show up and then she’s set!
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Big shout-out to @Jfoofighter16 who got me into my first real tires for my ride.
Big shout-out to @Jfoofighter16 who got me into my first real tires for my ride.
Wow! Did you do that patch with the tire on the rim? What plugs and glue did you use? I'm impressed that you got that to hold air for hundred miles!Got the same set of shoes also after doing this to the old tires last weekend. Two flats on one trip! Had to limp home 100 miles with a sidewall patch.
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Wow! Did you do that patch with the tire on the rim? What plugs and glue did you use? I'm impressed that you got that to hold air for hundred miles!