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    Would AHC delete de-value (how much) my LX570?

    Hi Folks, After spending some time behind the wheel of some Land Cruiser 200's, I'm seriously thinking about switching to conventional spring/shocks in my LX570. I know this would probably lower the value of my LX. Not sure how much, or if it might not devalue the rig at all in the eyes of...
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    Heckraiser's LC vs LX Conundrum [poll]

    I know this is one of those questions that only I can answer (I seem to post a lot of these), but I thought I would post up to get opinions and flames. I'm stuck in a bit of indecision paralysis. I've had my 2010 LX570 for almost two years now. It is rust free, 158k miles, plenty of soccermom...
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    Stripped Oil Pan Drain hole

    I'm pretty sure my oil pan drain plug hole is stripped. I changed the oil the other day and as I was re-installing the drain plug, I noticed the telltale "tighter, tighter, thighter, LOOSER, tighter, tighter, tighter, LOOSER" feel. I backed out and inspected the plug--looked fine. I then...
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    SOLD  Colorado - 1996 LX450 - 199k Miles

    1996 Lexus LX 450. 199k miles. Does not have the differential lockers (center diff/TC lock only). Asking $11,800. Local only, or you can arrange for shipping. Selling to fund rebuild/V8 swap in the clunker. The good: • Straight. Not a speck of rust anywhere on the body and very little...
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    Wanted  WTB: running 1fz-fe OBD2 - Colorado

    Hi Folks, It's looking like my trusty old 1fz finally s*** the bed. Looking for a good running replacement. OK if it has some oil leaks and whatnot, I'll probably give it a re-seal before putting it in. I'm located in the Denver area, so somewhere nearby would be great. Let me know if...
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    Aftermarket Swaybars for LX570 - Anybody?

    Have any MUDders tried aftermarket swaybars on their LX (or AHC-equipped LC)? Quick googling shows there are a few varieties out there: Nolathane: Looks like they make front and rear bars. Never heard of this brand REAR...
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    Whirring Noise from Behind Dash

    Hi Folks, I searched and found some threads for weird noises, but none seemed to match my symptom. My 2010 LX makes a loud, kind of rythmic whirring noise that seems to be coming from the driver's side of the dash. Seems to be loudest left of the steering wheel. It makes the noise when the...
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    Tire rubbing on Radius Arm

    So I've got 315's with stock wheels on a 2" TJM lift. I've noticed a rubbing noise when I turn at full lock, even on flat ground. Didn't think much of it as it's a relatively small lift with bigger tires. Most of my rigs in the past have rubbed somewhat here and there, so I never bothered...
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    Blower Motor Disassembly Question

    Hi Folks, 1996 LX450. I tried searching and only found comments on how easy and simple it is to pull the blower motor, and a few mentioning the the three screws holding the motor and fan in. However, when I started taking things apart, I noticed I have a black cover over the bottom of the...
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    *slightly* bent front axle housing

    Hi Guys, after a marathon maintenance session at home, I ran out of time and took my 80 to the shop to finish up. In going through my front axle (bad leak at the pinion seal and 3rd member gasket), they have come to the conclusion that my front axle is bent, they say maybe 1/4". I would be...
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    Toyota Electrical Connectors (i.e. how to work the damn things)

    OK, I consider myself a :banana::banana::banana: home mechanic. I have done everything from engine swaps, to head gaskets, clutches and timing belts in my driveway in various vehicles (mostly Japanese). But what the *@#%! is up with these #%!@#%&^ing Toyota electrical connectors? It's like...
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    3rd Row Pics/Info Request

    Can someone take photos of their 3rd row seats folded down, specifically the area where the seat latches into the floor? How much clearance is there around that area (i.e. how close does the bottom of the seat come to the floor, are there any plastic doohickies hanging off the seat and...
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    Replacement Headlight Bulbs - Revisited

    Hi Folks, I've been searching and the most recent discussions on this topic seem to be a few years old at this point. Since technology is always changing, I just wanted to check in to see what people are doing for lighting these days. My low beams suck bad--highs are OK. Are four 9011's...
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    Stupid, Pointless Thread Alert: (rebuild diff w/ stock ratio or regear?)

    So this is the boat I'm in: Front pinion bearing is shot, need to rebuild the front diff. I currently have stock 4.10 gears, 315's and it's working OK for me. Not perfect, but good. Should I: get the front diff rebuilt to the tune of $700* regear to 4.88 and rebuild both diffs at once -...
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    Spark Plug Tube Seals - Quick Question

    In trying to drive in my new spark plug tube seals, I get the impression I'm not driving them in far enough. I can get them a little better than flush with the valve cover surface, but they don't seem to want to go any further than that. I wasn't paying too much attention when I pried the old...
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    OBDII Emissions - Catalyst Monitor Not Ready

    Hi Folks, So I took my LX in for Colorado emissions a couple weeks ago. To my surprise, they did not put it on the rollers (I assume they must have decided 315's are too big?). When this is the case, they just check your ecu for "readiness"- basically if the ecu is communicating through the...
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    Removing **and reinstalling** LX450 cladding / trim / tupperware

    Hi Folks, Does anyone have experience with removing and reinstalling the LX450 body tupperware? I know tons remove it, but few put it back. Looking for pointers and pictures, how many clips should I expect to break, overall impressions of the job. I suspect I have some rust hiding under the...
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    Narrowed Radius Arm Pics?

    For those of you who have ground down your radius arms to reduce binding at the axle bracket, do you have any photos you could share? Looking at the set of radius arms on the garage floor, the arm itself doesn't seem to protrude much farther than the bushing itself. Just looking for a better...
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    Simplest way to run minimal 12v in a trailer

    Hi Folks, The wife would like to go to Tetons/Yellowstone in October, which means we'll need an electric blanket for her camper (small teardrop). Ideally I'd like the trailer to live independently of the vehicle as I've only got 4-pin wiring now and would rather not re-wire (old truck with a...
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    Low Range Gears Worth It?

    Is this horse dead yet? For the record, I did search and have read a lot on the topic, just looking for some more thoughts or confirmation. Here's my scenario. My 80 is a weekend camper/wheeler. I don't consider my usage "hard core rock crawling" but I have run most of the trails around...
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