So I just got my 1999 LX470 and found out that the AHC doesn't work. Once I got it home I checked the fuses and they were good. But under the hood found that the relay was missing for the system. Is there any reason they might have taken it out besides them not wanting to use it? and I dont know where to buy a new relay.
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ramangain
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Or the AHC is broken
I would try dealer.
thats dirty bro
Are the AHC shocks still on the car?
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yeah the PO took out the AHC
That's unfortunately the common cheap kit to remove AHC. You might have the LX torsion bars still in place, which are around 40% too weak now that AHC is gone. If you do still have those thin LX torsion bars, it's probably a good idea to find a used set of LC bars or go for one of the aftermarket options.
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Tough to tell, but I would vote LX torsion bar if I had to guess there. You can measure it with calipers to know for sure. LX is 25-26mm, while the non-AHC bars are 28-29mm or larger, I think.
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So since im missing the AHC and I want to lift it would this be a good lift kit. I plan on using it for offroading, and camping and in the future im gonna put a front bumper on and probably a roof rack.
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Nitro Gas 2" Suspension Lift Kit Suited for Toyota 100 Series Land Cruiser/Lexus LX470 - Stage 2
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Yeah, that's a good option. You can read up on various options on here. Search around.Nitro Gas 2" Suspension Lift Kit Suited for Toyota 100 Series Land Cruiser/Lexus LX470 - Stage 2
Ironman 4x4 America offers off-road parts, accessories, and equipment for the off-roading enthusiast. Check out our website for more information.
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So currently on my car I have a strutmaster kit would i be able to just buy shocks and torsion bar instead of a whole kit. Also I dont know if its because of strutmaster but right now the back or my car is lifted and the front isnt.Yeah, that's a good option. You can read up on various options on here. Search around.
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I'm guessing that's because the Strutmasters kit (which IMO shouldn't be sold because it's inherently unsafe and I'm amazed they haven't been sued yet), includes proper rear springs and does NOT include proper front springs. You have to reindex the front torsion bars a few times to come close to getting enough spring. Even then, the spring rate is way off. Your rear is properly supported, but the front is not.
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Ohhh ok, thanks for the info that makes a lot of sense now!
