Got one of those nice little cheap scaler tools from HF and had a blast removing more of the scale I was having trouble with. After taking off the running boards and panel trim I found quite a bit more rust on the body, mostly around the body support ribs that the front and rear running board...
Hey fellow Kansan @magikaram since Hell's frozen over here I have time to tell you my experience.
Basically, I messed up. But I have a temporary solution.
So, all I had was a valet key. I bought a few master style keys from eBay sellers who offer to cut the key based on a photo, so I sent a...
Hey @MississippiLC100 if you are referring to the piece I think you are I still haven't addressed mine but that is apparently a common trouble spot. My plan is to cut out and weld in new steel. Unfortunately it spread to my actual frame so I gotta get 3 pieces cut and welded in. Here's a photo...
Hi y'all, this is Nolan Kappelman, and my new to me 2002 LX470. Picked it up from Milwaukee and drove it to KC early this month. New to automotive work in general but so far I've been able to get a few things patched up. Currently working on a fuel tank swap and full underbody rust treatment...
Good to see some more KC trucks. Just picked up an 02 a few weeks ago. Interested to hear about what you find with yours.
Sounds right to me. Hole in the center console is where the 6 CD/DVD changer sits. Still have to figure out what's keeping mine from being recognized by the ECU.
I found this Repair Geek video. He recommends VHT Rust Converter followed by a lanolin based rust & corrosion protective coating. Re-apply the lanolin coating once a year.
Ironman 4x4 had/has? a 25% off Memorial Day sale so I put in an order for a Nitro Gas Kit with Diff drop. Planning to...
A few updates... I got a bad back but this wasn't too bad. Gonna grab an angle grinder brush to get the wheel well covers off. They have a rubber coating and i can't really access the shock tops or the framing they're connected to.