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    Sluggish 2000 LX470

    I know this is an old thread and whatnot but did the original thread starter ever figure out what was wrong? I might have missed it somewhere. If problem is still not discovered, could it be possible that the brake calipers aren't decompressing? I had a '99 LX that had two bad calipers where...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Totally see that now. Thanks for your insight! Maybe a radiator is in my near future
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Okay I'll check those end caps in-between rain storms this week/weekend. Snapped some photos of the leak! And replaced the rad hose and circle clamps with new. Still seeing a very minimal drip/leak coming from the same area but it's lessened up quite a bit verses before. Also, I'll be...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Sorry, but just so I'm understanding, do you mean the top of the radiator? Like, the upper top/cap half? I know only the most technical terms and have to constantly ask folks to stoop to my level :D But, I did thoroughly check the area(s) from which I presumed the leak to be dripping. The...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    It's difficult to describe the sound but turning the steering wheel while moving is buttery smooth, no pops or anything either. But, if sitting still and turning the steering wheel it's a bit tougher - to be expected - but not too tough.. and then there is this sort of low dog whine sort of...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    So, I’m guessing it’s about that time to replace suspension. I’ll have to start shopping around for deals and wait for the right one to come along. No serious wheeling in the near future, just occasional hunts and camping trips until the baby is a bit grown. My brake pedal tends to vibrate for...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Thank you! I might need some luck on figuring coolant problem(s). Seemed to be leaking from the side of the radiator at first but then noticed it was coming from the top radiator hose connection to the radiator so I've procured a new hose and clamps. Still haven't had the time to get around to...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Ran into an old relative the other morning while out running errands and grabbing coffee and had to snap a couple photos.. Not sure who owns it nor if they're a mudder on here but this one was super pretty and RHD! It even had some Japanese writing across the back doors. Someday, it will be mine...
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    Noob Dilemma

    I think I agree with @Africaster on this one. If you're cool with gettin' down and dirty and are open to the experience, keep the Cruiser and fix it up for yourself without the thoughts of how much money it'll be worth afterwards. Both are great platforms though. You could sell both and join...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Great minds think alike! That’s good to know about the coolant system pressure tester, I’ll have to ask my local shops. I’ll try and snag some photos of it when I return home this evening but it looked like there’d been a slow coolant leak from the top rad hose or (hopefully not this) from the...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    How does it compare to the 200? I’d been eye-balling some 200’s in my outlying areas but didn’t pull the trigger on any because they all wanted $24k+ for 250k+ miles. Can’t talk the wife into that! Ha
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Thank you and thank you! Both are an incredible blessing and I couldn’t be happier. Even the base level is a friggin’ beaut compared to the ‘99 I had, and especially the Versa. Holy crap dude this thing’s legit. Now to just sort out the radiator/coolant/dripping issue. Any tips and tricks are...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Oh, I left out the part where I called and b1tch3d out the dealership manager and the sales associate for 30 minutes straight. I’ve had my fair share of issues in the past and especially with a new-to-me car of any kind, my eyes are glued to the temp gauge, tpms, oil pressure, and the of...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    That’s funny you say that about the look of a new daddy… My wife and I welcomed our first into the world 3 weeks ago. Out with the old and in with the new.. I got a baby to drive around!! Haha I’ve got a beed on a Landy mechanic in TN who works on the LX i sold a guy a couple years ago...
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    LX to GX - First Time GX Owner

    Hello all, Went from a 99 LX470 to a ‘10 GX460… Picked her up this morning in Florence, AL from a dealership in “as is” condition for under $18k. She’s got a clean title and 144k miles and has only ever been serviced by Lexus. Test drive went well, no overheating or running hot, good oil on...
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