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    Heavy steering when turning left?

    Hey all - just picked up a 2017 Land Cruiser after my 2013 was totaled in an accident (saved our lives). It's in pristine shape however I noticed the steering feels much heavier when turning to the left vs right. We all know the steering on these tanks are heavy but this stood out. It's as if...
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    Shuddering in the steering when going reverse / U-Turns

    Hey all - recently I've noticed when I back out of parking spaces (when cold) with the steering wheel in full-driver / left, there is a bit of shuddering when I hit the throttle. I notice it also going left on u-turns. It goes away once the truck is warmed up. Last year, the dealer but dextron...
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    2013 Land Cruiser Tune Up Recommendations

    My 2013 Land Cruiser now has 120,000 miles - this includes a XC trip to Utah and 3 trips to Florida in less than a year! The service manual states the spark plugs need to be changed at the 125K mile mark however what are signs to watch out for when spark plugs begin to go out? Any red flags to...
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    Throttle Body Service - need it or not?

    Ok folks - Cruiser hit 106K miles (last 8k being all highway from roadtrip). I've had the following fluid changes done today and the dealer is recommending a "throttle body service" as well: Oil change Transmission fluid change Transfer Case / Differential fluid change Brake Fluid change...
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    Recently driven Long Canyon Road from Moab to Canyonlands?

    If anyone has recently driven this route - what is the status of the trail? I am planning on taking a fully stock 2013 200 series. I've heard it should be an easy drive but, I was curious of the current trail conditions. Thanks!
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    Debris or Broken Screw on Land Cruiser?

    Hi All - I made the trip from Zion to Moab. After inspecting the LC, I found this broken screw piece in this tiny space in the right rear tirewell where stones and pebbles typically get caught in. Do you all know if this just debris from the drive or a possible broken piece from the vehicle...
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    Need Help / Moab in 2 Weeks!!!

    Hi All - TL/DR: Need off-road trail suggestions for Moab! I made a post a few weeks back on going to Zion / Arches / Bryce / Moab and per everyone's suggestions, we made it to Zion safe and having a great time! We'll be making our way to Moab in 2 weeks and noticed a ton of activity...
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    Recommendation Needed > XC Trip from VA to Bryce, Zion, Moab and Arches

    Hi Folks! I'll be taking my 2013 200 series on a cross country trip to Utah to visit Bryce, Zion, Moab and Arches this summer! I'm 100% excited for the hikes, light overlanding, and to see some amazing views which I heard are legendary! Reason for my post - I wanted to see if any Utah locals /...
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    Sound when engaging throttle - 95K Miles

    Hi all - 2013 200 series owner with ~95K miles. I'm in the VA area so we are slowly getting out of the winter cold however, I started noticing a slight sharp sound in the engine when I turn the Cruiser on. I've noticed the sound gets louder as I press on the throttle - it's a shrieking sound...
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    2006 Sequoia Transmission Issue - Vibrations in Low Gear at Low Speed.

    Hi All - we have a 2006 Toyota Sequoia Limited (4.7 V8 with 230K miles). All in all, the truck is clean, no rust, maintenance up to date and runs smooth. That said, we've noticed it began to have a shuttering vibration in low gear - I believe shifting between 1st and 2nd. Once you ease off the...
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    1998 4Runner fuel sensor repair

    Hi Folks - I've taken an interest in my family's 1998 4Runner SR5 (only 137K miles), it's clean, runs smooth, all the maintenance is up to date and no rust at all. I noticed the fuel gauge either reads empty or full. My conclusion is that the fuel gauge sensor in the tank needs to be replaced...
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    DC/NoVA Car Wash Recommendations

    Quick Question - any folks here in the Northern VA / DC area have a good recommendation for a car wash (preferably brushless)? Like many of you, getting the salt off the undercarriage is a priority so any suggestions would be great! Thanks!
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    Condensation in the 2013 200 series

    Hi all - it's been between 15-25 degrees farenheit in my area and I have noticed an increased amount of condensation in the interior of my 200 series. Particularly, in the front and rear passenger side windows. It's manageable but, noticed it can be a hazard when checking my blind spots. My...
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    New Owner of a 2013 200 Series

    Hi Everyone - I'm new to IH8MUD but, have been snooping on this forum for a few years now and you guys have been super informative. I recently purchased my dream car a few weeks ago and I love it - Metallic Grey 2013 200 Series (only 41,000 miles and CPO). There were only about 4 of these...
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