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    Cam seals? Have you replaced yours or had any trouble with them?

    I am running into this exact issue with my '06. Had the shop replace the cam seals with a TB service, but after getting it back, the oil leak from the area was worse. They took it back and put a master tech on it and discovered grooves in the actuator surface that they claim were from the...
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    Voltage Irregularities HELP

    Oh, and if you loosen the fan shroud and remove the skid plate under the engine, you can get the alternator out and replaced through the bottom of the engine compartment.
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    Voltage Irregularities HELP

    Yep, did it myself. Also replaced the serpentine belt while in there since it comes off pretty much anyways to get to the alternator. Not a terrible job but tight with the radiator in there. I left the radiator in, coolant hoses intact, but had to move the power steering pump to get access. Took...
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    Voltage Irregularities HELP

    I had the same issue with my 2006 with 124k miles for some time. Finally, my alternator just refused to keep up on a long trip and my battery died due to lack of charge, even though I didn’t have an alternator warning light. Looks like you alternator is in its way out. I replaced mine with a...
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    100 series / lx470 alternator replacement quick tips no pictures

    I have a 2006 as well and seem to have a stuck 12mm nut on the alternator as well. Seems the later alternators have the extra 12mm nut to a stud above the 14mm bolt and nut from the earlier models. Did you ever figure out the 12mm seized nut? I am stuck with the same issue. Mine seems to...
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    Grom Vline Group Buy Round 2

    One more tip. I added a USB extension cable to the second USB port that can be seen in the last pic above. This was run behind the ash tray so I can access it for a firmware reflash (only available on USB-2) without removing the center console. This turned out to be convenient on more than one...
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    Grom Vline Group Buy Round 2

    I was able to fit my VL1 under the center console.
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    For Sale 2006 LC100 18" Wheels (4): Seattle

    Bump. Moved to Seattle and still have the wheels.
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    post 2003 nav delete how to.

    Just the opposite...I only have the Jerry harness, and just started sourcing parts.
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    post 2003 nav delete how to.

    Just curious, has anyone found a source lately for 84014-60350? Looks like I can't use 84014-60190 on my '06. Tried Amayama, Partsouq, and Megazip as well as domestic sources and not getting any luck.
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    For Sale  2006 LC100 18" Wheels (4): Seattle

    For sale: Set of four (4) stock 2006 Land Cruiser 100-series 18" wheels and center caps. No hops or mechanical damage. Some scratches included in the paint consistent with age and use. No TPMS. Located in South Seattle area. Prefer local pickup. $400
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    SOLD SoCal: Headlights, LC 100 series '06-'07

    Yes they are available. PM me.
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    Wanted Complete OEM 80 Series Snorkel Setup

    I have all the OEM parts that I purchased before I sold my 80. PM if interested.
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