Gentlemen:
I walked the walk of shame to my basement office to post this. I'm literally sick over posting this - it turns my stomach and I am freaking that I will regret this the rest of my life. This feels like the year after I sold my '69 SS Chevelle 396/375 and then realized what I had done. On to the 80.
I am owner number two. Original owner bought it, lived and serviced this rig in Austin at Sewell Lexus, Austin Lexus and Sterling McCall Lexus according to the info I got from their system here in KC. I looked for two years before I found the gem - black on tan, factory lockers w/119,000 mi and the old guy didn't understand why I flew down the next day. I drove it home and it has not seen snow or wet weather since. Period. Never. No Salt. Nothing that didn't come out of my water hose. UPDATE - THIS TRUCK IS NOW LOCATED IN KANSAS CITY AREA BUT HAS NEVER BEEN DRIVEN IN INCLEMENT KANSAS WEATHER - NO SALT, NO RAIN, NO WAY.
Everything I am about to list did not need doing with the following exception - the rotors were warped from being turned and the antennae mast had failed. By the way, EVERY part is OEM from Molle Toyota in Kansas City on 103rd Street. Call them and talk to the parts team - they'll know about me and my issues. You'll understand soon enough:
Current mileage 130,000
Replaced Both O2 Sensors
Replaced Ignition wires
Replaced Ignition Cap
Replaced Ignition Rotor
Replaced Air Filter
Replaced Spark Plugs
Performed Landtanks MAF Mod
Performed PCV Seperator Mod
Performed OEM JDM (From CDan) Aux Fan Install
Performed SUMOTOY AUX Switch Mod for auto/manual fan activation
Installed factory rocker switch in dash to control JDM fan
Installed New (not remanned) blue fan clutch
Installed OEM NEW (not remanned - d****d expensive) Air Compressor w/clutch kit
Installed OEM NEW dryer
Installed OEM NEW expansion valve
Installed New OEM Evaporator Coil
Replaced A/C V-Belt
(I'm a hot blooded Chickisaw Indian - this thing is now frosty!)
Performed 7Pin/Diff Lock Switch Mod
Installed Landtanks Seat rails for extended leg room
Installed four OEM Shock absorbers
Installed all four OEM rotors
Replaced front wheel bearings and seals with OEM everything
Packed bearing in Full Synthetic Valvoline with Molly
Performed Series 100 Front Brake Pad Mod with shims
Replaced rear pads with shim kit
Replaced Front Hood Gas Springs - OEM
Replaced Rear deck lid gas springs - OEM
Replaced Antennae Mast - OEM
Drained and filled front & rear diffs with Mobil 1 Synthetic
Drained and fill transfer case with Mobil 1 Synthetic
Flushed Transmission with semi-Synthetic Valvoline
Performed Wiring Harness Heat Shield Mod
Performed Both PHH Silicone Hose Mods
Replaced Steering Stabilizer with OEM
Sewell Lexus Replaced the Radiator at 94,000 miles OEM
Sewell Lexus replaced the VSV - failed internally at 116,000 miles
Now for the cosmetics:
Installed Factory OEM Bronze Toyota Windsheild to retain authenticity - $1100.00 unit from Lexus. I paid $880.00 before the rubber seal at Molle Toyota after getting the part number from Lexus. It had to say Toyota in the glass.
CarFax is Clean VIN#JT6HJ88J6V0158790
I Don't like Lexus' two Tone paint schemes so I monochromed the entire vehicle and I have pre-paint pictures to show every panel was not wrecked. Anything that was silver, is now black and it looks beautiful - like glass.
The rear deck lid windows have a habit of vibrating/moving around and grinding down to the metal surface. I had it removed and checked for damage. We found one spot down to metal so this deck lid will now survive another 15 years.
I had all door panels removed and anything else that allowed us to use 3M Rust Fighter P/N 08892 for Inner Panels. The truck is Austin, Texas rust free! Period.
We painted the hood due to the washer spray causing clear coat pitting - pic's availible.
We painted the left front fender - it had a ding in it that looked like a 16 oz. ball pein hammer hit it - pic's availible.
We painted the rear deck and gate to remove the cargo scratches and to fix the spot under the rear glass at the rubber seal.
All other paint is factory OEM. I had the rig wet sanded and machine compounded and it came out looking like glass. The shop had a full size booth equiped with thermal baking. Body cosmetics came in a hair under $6000.00.
I did not like the LX wheels so I refurbished a set from a LC. They shot peened, lathed, painted and baked fresh clear coat and carry a lifetime warranty. I purchased brand new center caps from Lexus.
When I found this rig, I was extremely tickled to find that it apparently was not optioned with a trailer hitch. It was optioned with a "Towing Preperation Package" This truck has never towed anything!
I have to give the previous owner credit - none of the fluids looked bad, particulary the transmission. I did take exception to the coolant. It was green. I did two restore flushes, and converted it back to Toyota Red and I installed an OEM thermostate when I did.
I've installed HIR bulbs for both high and low beams.
The tires are at 70% remaining and are the H rated Michellin LTX that came factory on the 80 day one.
I have baselined the motor using Mobil 1 10W30 Synthetic. It does not burn oil that is measureable in a 5000 mile change interval. It is still reading completely full the day I change it.....which has only been twice.
The power steering fluid has been drained and replced with Valvoline synthetic power steering fluid.
A couple of final comments. I drove it for the first time in about 5 weeks and the cruise control hiccuped on me. It started flashing. I have not looked into it yet. It might be fixed before anyone calls on it, or it might not. Depends on if I have time. I made time and the cruise is now fixed. It flashed Code DTS14 and the diagnostics were correct. Actuator replaced and it works perfectly.
It should also have the brake fluid purged as a matter of good measure. I haven't gotten to it yet - it's the last fluid to be updated and I haven't had a helping hand to get it done.
Here's where you'll choke. I am asking $17,300.00 and will entertain a reasonable offer.
One last comment. This unit is dry as a desert underneath, no seeps or drips and it has no rust either. I beleive this is truly one of the last of it's quality remaining and down deep, I hope you guys don't think its worth the price. It would solve my issue with the wife if no one bought it. Sad part is, both kids want it gone too.
PM me if you want more info. Thanks. LX 450 pictures by kirkwaldon - Photobucket
I walked the walk of shame to my basement office to post this. I'm literally sick over posting this - it turns my stomach and I am freaking that I will regret this the rest of my life. This feels like the year after I sold my '69 SS Chevelle 396/375 and then realized what I had done. On to the 80.
I am owner number two. Original owner bought it, lived and serviced this rig in Austin at Sewell Lexus, Austin Lexus and Sterling McCall Lexus according to the info I got from their system here in KC. I looked for two years before I found the gem - black on tan, factory lockers w/119,000 mi and the old guy didn't understand why I flew down the next day. I drove it home and it has not seen snow or wet weather since. Period. Never. No Salt. Nothing that didn't come out of my water hose. UPDATE - THIS TRUCK IS NOW LOCATED IN KANSAS CITY AREA BUT HAS NEVER BEEN DRIVEN IN INCLEMENT KANSAS WEATHER - NO SALT, NO RAIN, NO WAY.
Everything I am about to list did not need doing with the following exception - the rotors were warped from being turned and the antennae mast had failed. By the way, EVERY part is OEM from Molle Toyota in Kansas City on 103rd Street. Call them and talk to the parts team - they'll know about me and my issues. You'll understand soon enough:
Current mileage 130,000
Replaced Both O2 Sensors
Replaced Ignition wires
Replaced Ignition Cap
Replaced Ignition Rotor
Replaced Air Filter
Replaced Spark Plugs
Performed Landtanks MAF Mod
Performed PCV Seperator Mod
Performed OEM JDM (From CDan) Aux Fan Install
Performed SUMOTOY AUX Switch Mod for auto/manual fan activation
Installed factory rocker switch in dash to control JDM fan
Installed New (not remanned) blue fan clutch
Installed OEM NEW (not remanned - d****d expensive) Air Compressor w/clutch kit
Installed OEM NEW dryer
Installed OEM NEW expansion valve
Installed New OEM Evaporator Coil
Replaced A/C V-Belt
(I'm a hot blooded Chickisaw Indian - this thing is now frosty!)
Performed 7Pin/Diff Lock Switch Mod
Installed Landtanks Seat rails for extended leg room
Installed four OEM Shock absorbers
Installed all four OEM rotors
Replaced front wheel bearings and seals with OEM everything
Packed bearing in Full Synthetic Valvoline with Molly
Performed Series 100 Front Brake Pad Mod with shims
Replaced rear pads with shim kit
Replaced Front Hood Gas Springs - OEM
Replaced Rear deck lid gas springs - OEM
Replaced Antennae Mast - OEM
Drained and filled front & rear diffs with Mobil 1 Synthetic
Drained and fill transfer case with Mobil 1 Synthetic
Flushed Transmission with semi-Synthetic Valvoline
Performed Wiring Harness Heat Shield Mod
Performed Both PHH Silicone Hose Mods
Replaced Steering Stabilizer with OEM
Sewell Lexus Replaced the Radiator at 94,000 miles OEM
Sewell Lexus replaced the VSV - failed internally at 116,000 miles
Now for the cosmetics:
Installed Factory OEM Bronze Toyota Windsheild to retain authenticity - $1100.00 unit from Lexus. I paid $880.00 before the rubber seal at Molle Toyota after getting the part number from Lexus. It had to say Toyota in the glass.
CarFax is Clean VIN#JT6HJ88J6V0158790
I Don't like Lexus' two Tone paint schemes so I monochromed the entire vehicle and I have pre-paint pictures to show every panel was not wrecked. Anything that was silver, is now black and it looks beautiful - like glass.
The rear deck lid windows have a habit of vibrating/moving around and grinding down to the metal surface. I had it removed and checked for damage. We found one spot down to metal so this deck lid will now survive another 15 years.
I had all door panels removed and anything else that allowed us to use 3M Rust Fighter P/N 08892 for Inner Panels. The truck is Austin, Texas rust free! Period.
We painted the hood due to the washer spray causing clear coat pitting - pic's availible.
We painted the left front fender - it had a ding in it that looked like a 16 oz. ball pein hammer hit it - pic's availible.
We painted the rear deck and gate to remove the cargo scratches and to fix the spot under the rear glass at the rubber seal.
All other paint is factory OEM. I had the rig wet sanded and machine compounded and it came out looking like glass. The shop had a full size booth equiped with thermal baking. Body cosmetics came in a hair under $6000.00.
I did not like the LX wheels so I refurbished a set from a LC. They shot peened, lathed, painted and baked fresh clear coat and carry a lifetime warranty. I purchased brand new center caps from Lexus.
When I found this rig, I was extremely tickled to find that it apparently was not optioned with a trailer hitch. It was optioned with a "Towing Preperation Package" This truck has never towed anything!
I have to give the previous owner credit - none of the fluids looked bad, particulary the transmission. I did take exception to the coolant. It was green. I did two restore flushes, and converted it back to Toyota Red and I installed an OEM thermostate when I did.
I've installed HIR bulbs for both high and low beams.
The tires are at 70% remaining and are the H rated Michellin LTX that came factory on the 80 day one.
I have baselined the motor using Mobil 1 10W30 Synthetic. It does not burn oil that is measureable in a 5000 mile change interval. It is still reading completely full the day I change it.....which has only been twice.
The power steering fluid has been drained and replced with Valvoline synthetic power steering fluid.
A couple of final comments. I drove it for the first time in about 5 weeks and the cruise control hiccuped on me. It started flashing. I have not looked into it yet. It might be fixed before anyone calls on it, or it might not. Depends on if I have time. I made time and the cruise is now fixed. It flashed Code DTS14 and the diagnostics were correct. Actuator replaced and it works perfectly.
It should also have the brake fluid purged as a matter of good measure. I haven't gotten to it yet - it's the last fluid to be updated and I haven't had a helping hand to get it done.
Here's where you'll choke. I am asking $17,300.00 and will entertain a reasonable offer.
One last comment. This unit is dry as a desert underneath, no seeps or drips and it has no rust either. I beleive this is truly one of the last of it's quality remaining and down deep, I hope you guys don't think its worth the price. It would solve my issue with the wife if no one bought it. Sad part is, both kids want it gone too.
PM me if you want more info. Thanks. LX 450 pictures by kirkwaldon - Photobucket
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