Builds 2011 GX460 Mild Build (1 Viewer)

[Mena661]

Bought the GX back in September 2019. See that thread here. The mods I plan on installing are as follows:

Dobinsons GX460 2-2.5" suspension
Dobinsons UCA's
ALPHAEquipt Delta 17x8.5" wheels
RSG Metalworks top plate sliders with kick-out
BFG KO2's in 265/70R-17

The wheels and the suspension kit came in. Should have everything but the UCA's this week. Here are the wheels:

 

[ChiTown]

There's an optional GXOR center cap for those also.

 

[Mena661]

There's an optional GXOR center cap for those also.

Didn't know that. I'll contact them and see. Thanks!

 

[tortoiseracing]

Nice wheels! Looks like you have a good plan for your ride. Enjoy the build!

 

[Mena661]

There's an optional GXOR center cap for those also.

Looks like you can't get the GXOR center caps separately.

 

[ChiTown]

Well that sucks

 

[Mena661]

Build was completed yesterday! I had a shop (RPM Garage in Monrovia, CA) do the install. They did an excellent job! Especially on the alignment. It's spot on. Some changes to the parts list were:
SPC UCA's
Falken Wildpeak AT3W's in 275/70R-17 (this combo does NOT fit in the OEM spare tire carrier)

 

[SouthTxGX]

Did you end up with the 2 inch or 2.5 inch lift? Just wondering how my dobinsons 2 inch lift is going to turn out with the same size tires.

 

[Mena661]

Did you end up with the 2 inch or 2.5 inch lift? Just wondering how my dobinsons 2 inch lift is going to turn out with the same size tires.

2.5" lift almost 3" overall.

 

[Joricano]

I like this build. Just the right amount of everything.

 

[Mena661]

I like this build. Just the right amount of everything.

Thanks!

 

[918GX460]

I finally made it to check out your build thread. Nice rig buddy, hows the clearance with that tire height?

 

[Mena661]

I finally made it to check out your build thread. Nice rig buddy, hows the clearance with that tire height?

Thank you! It only rubs if I'm reversing with the steering wheel at full lock. Pretty rare circumstance.

 

[918GX460]

Perfect, I showed the wife and she wants her's to look very similar. Again, sharp rig.

 

[HDrdglid]

Build was completed yesterday! I had a shop (RPM Garage in Monrovia, CA) do the install. They did an excellent job! Especially on the alignment. It's spot on. Some changes to the parts list were:
SPC UCA's
Falken Wildpeak AT3W's in 275/70R-17 (this combo does NOT fit in the OEM spare tire carrier)

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What are you doing for a spare tire since it does not fit in carrier?

 

[r2m]

Options:
Level 1 - If you have AAA and never plan on being to far from the pavement (read: gravel shoulder), a can of air sealant or a call to Auto Club is about all you'll ever need.
Level 2 - Get a tire puncture kit (Amazon product ASIN B002I52RG0) and an air compressor. That will help on the trail.
Level 3 - A hitch mounted tire carrier.
Level 4 - Steel rear bumper with tire carrier.

Just my 2 cents wroth. All are viable considerations.

 

[Mena661]

What are you doing for a spare tire since it does not fit in carrier?

Right now I have it in the cargo area. It's the same wheel and tire as the other four. At some point I'll decide on where I'm going to put it.

 

[Rust Cohle]

Build was completed yesterday! I had a shop (RPM Garage in Monrovia, CA) do the install. They did an excellent job! Especially on the alignment. It's spot on. Some changes to the parts list were:
SPC UCA's
Falken Wildpeak AT3W's in 275/70R-17 (this combo does NOT fit in the OEM spare tire carrier)

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Very sharp. I hope to be doing something very similar soon with a 2010 in white. I am deciding on the RSG flat vs RSG angled. Those are flat. Correct?

 

[Mena661]

Very sharp. I hope to be doing something very similar soon with a 2010 in white. I am deciding on the RSG flat vs RSG angled. Those are flat. Correct?

Thanks! Yes those are flat.

 

[HDrdglid]

Thanks! Yes those are flat.

Do those flat ones make a OK step for the little lady to get in? Do you think they give as much protection being flat? I have All Pros on the FJ and it is a big jump for my wife!