I can confirm- coming from a 5th gen 4Runner to a LX570, I also thought maybe something was wrong at first because of how heavy the steering was. Now I don’t notice it at all and I actually like the steering feel of the LX.
I live in Minnesota and Fluid Film kept my 4Runner frame rust free for 5 winters before I sold it. I did the same treatment on my LX when I got it.
I usually do one thorough coating upon purchase and then touch ups with a can or two throughout the year as I see it wearing off or before the...