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Hi everybody from Europe!!! I own a Portuguese 1980 BJ40 LK-KC. I'm about to repaint it in factory color but the exact color remains a mystery for me as the color/trim code is diferente in my car. I need your help to find out why it doesn't match with any color chart I found in the internet...

Hi everyone I am in the process of changing tire sizes again. Before I had 285/70 r17s and I didn't have to make major changes, but I wasn't satisfied. I wanted to try to fit 305/70 r17s with et40 rims but I couldn't find any discussions... My LC200 has KDSS, will I need to make any changes? Do...

Long story….here is the Link if you want to read about it. So, I did try to get my Raptor back after about a week, would’ve gotten bent over. Decided to embrace my decision, started planning my build. First question and a very important one is being realistic about what I plan on using the...

Hi, A friend of mine is looking at buying a 40 series project but isn’t sure if he wants to spend the money. The project 40 series has a brand new fibre glass tub, and new body parts, new powder coated frame & axles, all body parts are there including a exoskeleton cage! Not to mention a...

Like the title, trying to figure out whether or not to get a ScanGauge II or the new ScanGauge 3. The II looks like it would fit better with the overall theme of the 100. Not interested in running gauges from a smart phone...

New member here. Long time lurker. Just picked up a 2008 LX570 with 187K miles. I have a 500 mile drive from Orange County, CA to Tucson, AZ on Friday. Noticed a slight squeal last weekend. Noise went away once truck warmed up. Now it's getting worse and I can hear it when revving and...

Hello everyone, I appologize that by first post post is to seek help. Beginning of the year, I bought a Toyota LC200 V8 Diesel with 210 000 kms - with the AHC system. It failed quite quickly, with the error code C1754 (Front gate solenoid valve malfunction) and the famous message "CHECK...

For people missed the 20% off Toyota deal, it's worth to mention that Lexus is running 10% off plus free shipping promotion. The price varies between the dealers, and I found Bells Lexus of North Scottsdale has the best price. For example for the CV Axle, it is significantly cheaper than...

Replacing several rubber suspension parts on my Jan-95 80 this week. Original, OEM, shocks, body mount bushings and all four rod ends. I want to do this in stages to try to quantify which are the best bang for the buck, in terms of single items to replace to improve ride quality. Rear shocks...

Jeeps and Tacoma/Four-Runners seem to get most of the love and are priced like it for a general overlander platform. I am not into 'rock crawling' so, wonder if something like a Grand Cherokee might be a better option for my wallet - leaving more money for travels! General 'googling' shows a...

Hey Folks, Long time guest and finally decided to join the discussion and fun times here on the forums! Thanks for all the knowledge so far. Elsee is my 1999 TLC, with just shy of 500,000 miles. It was gifted to me by my father, After he purchased a 200 series named Elsee II. He daily drove...

Hello mudders. Anyone have this combo? I want to make sure these tires will work on these wheels since they are outside the "recommended" sizes. I have searched far and wide, but can't seem to find it here or on the interwebs. I know I'll have to use a local shop to mount, "IF" they will...

Hi folks. Happy Sunday eve to you all. Just wondeirng, before I start rabbiting on, am I in the right place to discuss LX's here? Im about 24 hours away from purchasing a GORGEOUS 2013 LX470. Had a foreign owner so super low ks and no hits more than a Theft From Auto report that had to have...

Hola, been browsing around site for a while, I appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared while reading posts. I decided to buy an imported FJ43- actually bought 2 (79 and 81) since i have always been interested while traveling overseas. They do need some engine work and looking forward to...

i just picked up a 83 toy diesel, needs some little things but runs very good, im curious who carries A/C kits for it, it gets damn hot here in se nm/west tx

I’m sure there’s more info out there on the forums but I Just figured I’d make a post on here dedicated to seeing what other 80 owners use their Ultra gauge for and where they mounted them. I installed mine today. Went with the MX 1.4 version even though I know I won’t be able to use the extra...

Mud, Earlier this month, we showcased our '72 at the Stan Hywet Molto Bella. Stan Hywet is the Seiberling (Goodyear) mansion that is open to the public. Hours, Directions & Guidelines | Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - https://www.stanhywet.org/hours In my build thread, I mentioned that we met...

Is anyone running a Warn Evo 10 or 12 on a TJM T13 bumper? Curious about compatibility and fit. Thanks!

I introduced myself a little earlier in the week, but I was able to pick up our "new" Land Cruiser yesterday evening. It is a 1995 with sunroof and leather, not sure what trim that makes it. Has 179K miles, which was about as low as I could find without resorting to highway robbery. Paid $10K...