What have you done to your 100 Series this week? (71 Viewers)

[Mbchance]

While the tie rod ends are on their way, I thought I would take the front drive shaft off to see if that would eliminate the drivetrain vibration. Welp, I failed like a miserable bitch . I couldn't budge the front shaft bolts and while I could push it a little more, I got scared and decided I don't want to deal with that.

Next, I tried to remove the metal shield under the transfer case so I could drain the transfer case fluid and managed to just twist off the mounting bolt The other bolt was smashed at some point and has been mangled to a point that I can no longer get a socket on it. So the shield will stay on by that one mangled head bolt. Ended up draining the transfer case with shield in place, made a mess on the garage floor and refilled the case with fresh 75w-90 synthetic fluid.

The saga continues...

I twisted off all three bolts holding the metal shield in place. Now I get to play extraction..... I feel your pain.

 

[nothappening]

In the “what will I be doing to my 100 series this week” category, I present......

Thanks to @TRAIL TAILOR for the fresh bits to get my rear end in order Now I have something to do with my free time while the spouse is away for a few days

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Is this a kit he sells or did you specify what you wanted? I need a refresh for front and rear.

 

[geanes]

Is this a kit he sells or did you specify what you wanted? I need a refresh for front and rear.

Specified what I wanted. He has 2 types of rear uppers, but just 1 type of the lower. The extended links are great for lifts and the lower control arm armor pieces give added protection to the front johnny join of the lower. Jason (Trail Tailor) is a real solid dude that you can discuss your needs and he'll give solid suggestions for what to choose.

 

[ERMB]

I've been working on a diy custom grill on and off for a little while now. Here's where I'm at today. Still need to make the attachment points and paint it all black. Toyota will be River Rock Green, and outlined in silver.

 

[changingground]

I've been working on a diy custom grill on and off for a little while now. Here where I'm at today. Still need to make the attachment points and paint it all black. Toyota will be River Rock Green, and outlined in silver.

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Is that flattened expanded steel sheet? It looks better than I would have thought. Nice project.

 

[ERMB]

Is that flattened expanded steel sheet? It looks better than I would have thought. Nice project.

Yes, that's exactly what it is! I thought I ordered the horizontal version, but I guess not. I still like it, but horizontal would have looked a little better.

 

[Imgra8ful]

I've been working on a diy custom grill on and off for a little while now. Here's where I'm at today. Still need to make the attachment points and paint it all black. Toyota will be River Rock Green, and outlined in silver.

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That looks great. Love the green!

 

[CaptainBenRP]

Can someone tell me if a Land Cruiser hood will fit my LX 470?

 

[G-Cat]

Can someone tell me if a Land Cruiser hood will fit my LX 470?

I don’t think so. The LX hood’s leading edge is scalloped to conform to the lights. The LC hood’s is not.

 

[MongooseGA]

Can someone tell me if a Land Cruiser hood will fit my LX 470?

Not if you have LX470 headlights.

 

[Catskills]

Lost a decade-long camping partner two months ago. I still miss him every day.

This one has some big paws to fill.

 

[MongooseGA]

Lost a decade-long camping partner two months ago. I still miss him every day. View attachment 2195973
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My heart breaks for your loss. This new guy looks like he's up for a challenge, though.

 

[Mbchance]

Lost a decade-long camping partner two months ago. I still miss him every day. View attachment 2195973
This one has some big paws to fill. View attachment 2195976

Worst thing about dogs is that they don’t live forever.
Sorry for your loss. Young pup is nice looking!

 

[geanes]

Well, the Trail Tailor rear control arms, extended sway bars links and coil packers installed today. Truck drives 100x better. I knew the bushings on the factory control arms had worn. But, I was shocked to the extent! 5 of the 8 total bushings literally fell apart the moment I removed the arms. 2 of them the metal sleeve fell out. It’s no wonder I was feeling a sense of instability recently. I guess the point is, if you haven’t checked your rear control arm bushings before, it would be a good idea to do so. Can’t believe how well my truck handles now. Only bad thing is that I can’t put the control arm protection plates on as the “ears” for the lower control arms have taken plenty of hits over the years and there’s no way to bend them back narrow enough for the protection plates to fit.

 

[geanes]

Got my Gamiviti patch! Thanks @nakman! If you are ever looking for a great rack (no Dolly Parton jokes) with some seriously cool add ons from a super cool dude who supports the heck out of us Cruiserheads, reach out to Tim at Gamiviti.

 

[TheForger]

Well, the Trail Tailor rear control arms, extended sway bars links and coil packers installed today. Truck drives 100x better. I knew the bushings on the factory control arms had worn. But, I was shocked to the extent! 5 of the 8 total bushings literally fell apart the moment I removed the arms. 2 of them the metal sleeve fell out. It’s no wonder I was feeling a sense of instability recently. I guess the point is, if you haven’t checked your rear control arm bushings before, it would be a good idea to do so. Can’t believe how well my truck handles now. Only bad thing is that I can’t put the control arm protection plates on as the “ears” for the lower control arms have taken plenty of hits over the years and there’s no way to bend them back narrow enough for the protection plates to fit.

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Recently replaced my RUCA's as well and the lowers are on my list next. How many miles did you have on the OEM bushings? I was at 224k and they disintegrated just like yours. Haven't checked the lower bushings but I would imagine they're in pretty bad shape too

 

[erse]

Lost a decade-long camping partner two months ago. I still miss him every day. View attachment 2195973
This one has some big paws to fill. View attachment 2195976

Always loved the pics you posted of that giant black bear of a dog. So sorry for you that he's gone.

 

[Kabanstva]

Well, the Trail Tailor rear control arms, extended sway bars links and coil packers installed today. Truck drives 100x better. I knew the bushings on the factory control arms had worn. But, I was shocked to the extent! 5 of the 8 total bushings literally fell apart the moment I removed the arms. 2 of them the metal sleeve fell out. It’s no wonder I was feeling a sense of instability recently. I guess the point is, if you haven’t checked your rear control arm bushings before, it would be a good idea to do so. Can’t believe how well my truck handles now. Only bad thing is that I can’t put the control arm protection plates on as the “ears” for the lower control arms have taken plenty of hits over the years and there’s no way to bend them back narrow enough for the protection plates to fit.

What’s a coil packer?

 

[ClassyJalopy]

What’s a coil packer?

AKA coil spring spacer. A ring of rubber or polyurethane that goes on top of the rear springs to add extra height without having to resort to higher rated springs

 

[mmcgee]