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  1. James Bentley

    Cat Theft Prevention – Catalytic Converters

    This was a fun project. Having read the horror stories and wanting to take preventative measures, I made my own Cat Shields. I work in IT and have a 10-year-old Mac Pro in need of recycling. I admire the beefy aluminum side panels of the case and thought I could put them to use. It was a...
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    Windshield Replacement Stories...Good or Bad?

    I am in the North Texas area and want to get my 2004 LX470 (no NightView) Windshield replaced. Who did you use or would you recommend NOT using? I was hoping to work with a local shop that a fellow Mudder would recommend. TIA PFA Perini Ranch Steakhouse in Buffalo Gap, Texas
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    Door Lock Actuator or something else?

    I noticed that I no longer hear a single beep when locking the doors with the key and the flashers don't flash at all. Unlock still makes two beeps and flashes the hazards two times. All doors do lock and unlock properly. The only oddity I find is the Passenger Front Door actuator makes an...
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    Truing tires, still done?

    Does anyone in the North Texas or Southern Oklahoma area know a shop I can call to get mud tires "trued"? Tread removal for the purpose of evening out the hi/lo spots. Seems this is antiquated and not common or easy to find these days. My 33's are not too bad but are starting to growl and I...
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    SOLD  TX: LX470 running boards - FREE!!!

    FREE! I have a set of running boards from my 2004 Blue Vapor LX470 for free. They are in good condition w/mounting brackets and all the lights work. I removed them to install sliders and they have been sitting in my garage. I live in 76273 and could meet around Dallas, TX and areas North of...
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    Remove CD/DVD changer in center console area = Replace with ???

    Not sure if the LC has it, but in my 2004 LX... Has anyone removed and made use of the area once occupied by the center console multi disc player, passenger rear DVD player AND put something else in its place? HAM radio/CB/Storage? Pics would be great or a link to an existing thread I...
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    Seatbelt Cleaner for dirty/stiff seat belts?

    Any recommendation for cleaning dirty (17 years old) and stiff seatbelts as well as maintaining the soft/suppleness of the belt once it is clean or is a "re-belt" the only option? What did you try or do?
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    Tire report - Yokohama MT G003

    Took the LX to AZ on a 2600 mi round trip. Mostly highway, but got to go to KOFA and other areas and engage 4Low and Diff lock for a few climbs/descents. Of note is a few chunks seen in similar tread block area of all 4 tires. With roof rack, road noise from tires is no big deal at highway...
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    Bora Wheel Spacers - 2004 LX

    I decided on the 1 inch spacers from Bora https://www.motorsport-tech.com/4DCGI/switchtruckmodel Aluminum - anodized Black It did take a while to arrive (during Covid) but then they sat for a few months until I got around to installing them If you want a flush look, I think 1 inch is perfect...
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    Quick AHC question - pump, globes or ???

    My 2004 LX is not my daily driver, it sits on a charger most days and gets driven every 1-2 weeks or on weekends. Within a few seconds of starting, the AHC pump runs a short while and it raises a bit and levels out to its normal height. Question: Is this indicative of the globes going out...
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    2004 LX request for EWD or Schematic of Gauge Cluster

    Would someone share a Factory Lexus circuit diagram showing the lighting for the gauges in the instrument cluster please? Does such a thing exist? If it would include the dimmer circuit and the bulb or LED for the Tach, that is what I would like to see. 2004 LX470 The illumination for my tach is...
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    Tach needle illumination is out - what bulb controls this?

    I have an intermittent illumination issue with my tachometer needle. Most times, it is not lit or illuminated like the speedo needle is. However, it does move and operate properly...just doesn't "light up" or stay lit. All other gauge "needles" or lights in the gauge cluster do operate...
  13. James Bentley

    upgraded alternator installed - 250A

    Well, I decided to swap out my OEM alternator with a brand new made in USA unit from the people at BNR https://www.ebay.com/str/bnrpartsalternatorsandstarters I got the 11087 for my 2004 LX = 250A (4 pin connector) BNR did a great job packing around the alternator with numerous pieces of high...
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    Wanted  LabRak Passenger Side antenna mount - 100 series

    Looking for a LabRak Passenger Side antenna mount to fit a 100 series. I'm ok with new or used. Looks like this: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/100-series-labrak-antenna-mount-passenger-side.991039/
  15. James Bentley

    Glovebox "strut"

    Has anyone replaced or modified their glovebox strut? It appears my "string" has broken and I can't find a p/n for this. Depending on cost, I may just try and tie a knot in it and carry-on.
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    Armrest Lid rattles or loose?

    Has anyone dealt with the rubber stoppers/buttons on the Top Armrest Lid when they fall out or break off? I expect it to look like something I see when I open the glove box (2nd image below). My Armrest lid has "play" when closed and this contributes to rattle noise. Keeping my arm on the...
  17. James Bentley

    Rear VENT glass rattle - FIXED!

    Rear VENT glass rattles when open Many thanks to @seanz0rz , @Tahomatom and others who contributed write-up’s and how-to’s I could not have done this so easily without your help (another great reason to contribute AND join/support this forum)! Here is a quick video of Drivers and Passenger...
  18. James Bentley

    For those that installed skid plates (hopefully, from one of Vendors here!)...

    Were you able to re-use the factory splash shield bolts for the section right behind the oil drain access (Mr. T calls them "Cover, Engine Under, NO.2") 5142060010 Toyota COVER, ENGINE UNDER, NO.2 Price: 229.04$, Weight: 2.4kg - PartSouq - Auto Parts Around the World OR Did you have spacers...
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    CB for trail rides

    For those of you that have clubs or trail rides that do use CB, what make/model CB radio are you using? I am a licensed General HAM operator with many radios, but am finding the "lowest common denominator" to be CB. I don't have a CB yet and would like to keep the radio purchase to around $100...
  20. James Bentley

    multi flash 3rd brake light?

    Has anyone used a bulb with multi flash capability in the high mount stop light area of the rear hatch? I am looking for a plug and play solution. I would like to find multiflash on initial application of the brake pedal that switches to always on after X amount of flashes. Think stop and go...
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