BullElk

Been said a thousand times here, just sharing that I recently got religion too. 26 years old, ~142k miles. Looked “normal” upon initial inspection, no leaks. Snapped like a stale Triscuit as soon as I started twisting the hose a little. Not a...

That is two tarps together. Simple Ozark Trail brand from Walmart.

Took my overlander LX to Mile high campground near Cherokee, NC. An awesomenessly way to chill.

If peace of mind is worth $25 and 25 minutes, change them. But look at keeping the colder line T (DS) for a spare. It lasts longer than the hotter side.

Looks mighty good to me and chances are better than excellent it will last many more miles and years.

03 LX. New to me at 206k+, First milestone

But to prove I'm not bitter, here's a nice hundy spotted in Ouray, CO today.

I just drove 1200 miles to Colorado and I still haven't made this thread.

Traditionally, the knock sensor is a microphone (of sorts) that listens for the sharp rap of pre-ignition (knock) and the engine computer then retards engine timing to prevent it. Newer sensors may be more exotic in the control method, but this...

That seems to be the solution for most folks I have seen, including mine years ago. I am just curious what the designed function is of the knock sensor and what happens to know if it IS working properly. ?

It seems that often it's a rodent issue and you can look in the front of the engine with a flashlight just under the intake manifold and look to see if you see sticks, stuff, whatever, in that space. Mine was clean but I was getting a code for...

I got a knock sensor code a couple years ago ('99 LX - for one of the 2 sensors) and replaced both sensors ($156/ea - dealer), checked my wiring, replaced the starter while I was in there, removed the mouse nest, and buttoned it all up. Never...

Now they're not on but I think they were p0325 and p0330. Just as sure as I drive away for an overlanding trip in a couple weeks the code will come back and not clear.

Is a knock sensor supposed to sense an issue with engine resulting in a corresponding diagnostic code (but not the "knock sensor" code) ? Or is a the actual "knock sensor" code ONLY designed to alert that the actual sensor or wiring is faulty...

I'm loving the thread too. Just traded in my 05 after 20 yrs and 7 mo of ownership. Crying in my beer. I'd love to hear an update from original posters. How'd it go? ((btw, I've overlapped a 200 series LX570 ('15) for about 6 years now, and...

Just to update.....installed this ^^ Murray radiator in June 2023. The top seem just gave up.

Just took delivery of my first 100. 1999, 250K rust free blank slate. Thanks to all who contribute. I used a lot of what people share here to facilitate an informed purchase.

Hey everyone. I've mostly lurked for the past several months, but now I have a rig of my own. I'm mostly a Euro guy (Audi, etc) and have never really had a truck or SUV. I wanted a 100 series, preferably a LX470 because I used to have an LS430...

Interesting? I think we all know how that’s going to work out.

I guess I have AHC experience across a sizable spectrum. Bought a mint ‘04 LX with 317k very cheap with shot AHC globes. Replaced with Plaeides globes increasing total cost in the LX to $5800ish. Been wife’s daily driver for 6-7 years now...

I don't understand that. I have 275 70 18 Prinx all terrain on steel wheels as well. Pa lenty of room.

What is your tire size? I’m referring to 275 70 18 at 33.15” that have no issues.

Drive it, I wouldn't worry about stockpiling anything.

Yes…. For the adventuring overlanding I totally agree. That is the ONLY reason I decided not to repair the AHC in our ‘06 LX overlander. It took an eight hour trip home with the rear end on the bump stops to make that decision. That event...