Builds FLEXUS 2000 LX-470

[jrmudder92]

Well been busy. Good and bad. So went over to the guys house that helped me do the T-case. because the T case was dripping ever so slightly. So we cleaned it off and and topped off the fluid and we’re going to monitor it. While we were under there I was like hey let’s replace the front diff oil. I had some left over from the t case job so I was like let’s just do it. Found actual metal chunks in the front Diff not huge ones but bigger then I would like to see. And the oil was super milky and dark. So now it’s hard to Determine how long those chunks have been in there because I have only replace the fluid once in this truck in the four years of owning it. (My stupidness). So couldn’t tell you how old it’s been in there. Also did the rear found very small ones. Last picture of the small ones is the rear

 

[jrmudder92]

So took my truck to East Coast Gear Supply. Got an estimate for front and rear gears and front and rear ARB air lockers. (Also the truck drives completely fine no noise or anything!) So went ahead and pulled the trigger on it all. They only needed to put front gears in they just rebuilt the rear end. Ending using same gears just new bearings. I use the factory 80 series locker switch love the clean look. So now the truck has new gears up front along with front and rear air lockers. ALSO enjoy my carnage pictures.

 

[jrmudder92]

Also got extended sway bar links.

 

[uzj100]

Awesome. Sorry about the diff. Where did you get the air compressor switch and extended sway bar links?

 

[jrmudder92]

Awesome. Sorry about the diff. Where did you get the air compressor switch and extended sway bar links?

ECGS had the switch. It was for a Tacoma. The extended sawbar are from Trail tailor.

 

[uzj100]

@jrmudder92 did ECGS do the wiring to the factory switch? Another guy in the 100 section looking at this solution and needs assistance with the wiring.

 

[jrmudder92]

@jrmudder92 did ECGS do the wiring to the factory switch? Another guy in the 100 section looking at this solution and needs assistance with the wiring.

Thanks Just made a post over there!!!!

 

[jrmudder92]

Got new tires and wheels
Level 8 mk6
MT Baja mtz p3

 

[2002TLCyes]

Everything looks great but I think you could use a couple of extra lights somewhere. I just don't think you have enough illumination. And also stickers. I think you should get more stickers on there. And maybe just one full size spare tire isn't enough. What if you puncture all 4 at once? Also, I'm not sure those 3 antennas cover all your frequency needs. You might want a couple more in different wavelengths. Just make sure you also mount them right on the hood so that they're all waving around in front of your face for hours while you drive. Also, your front and back is protected by the steel bumpers, but what about the sides?! You should get steel bumpers on the sides too.

 

[jrmudder92]

Everything looks great but I think you could use a couple of extra lights somewhere. I just don't think you have enough illumination. And also stickers. I think you should get more stickers on there. And maybe just one full size spare tire isn't enough. What if you puncture all 4 at once? Also, I'm not sure those 3 antennas cover all your frequency needs. You might want a couple more in different wavelengths. Just make sure you also mount them right on the hood so that they're all waving around in front of your face for hours while you drive. Also, your front and back is protected by the steel bumpers, but what about the sides?! You should get steel bumpers on the sides too.

Ha. Thanks for the comment....

 

[TTCruiser]

Ha. Thanks for the comment..

Hey I like your truck, but I am curious about the 5 antennas and all the lights. Are those all for different HAM frequencies? I’m just learning some ham basics.
And do the bumper mounted lights add any noticeable difference when you have those Intensity’s lit up above?

 

[jrmudder92]

Hey I like your truck, but I am curious about the 5 antennas and all the lights. Are those all for different HAM frequencies? I’m just learning some ham basics.
And do the bumper mounted lights add any noticeable difference when you have those Intensity’s lit up above?

There is only 4 antennas. Ham, cb, frs, and scanner. And the lights just nice to have on the back roads. And to be honest I never use the top lights. The place I ordered them from sent me the wrong ones. I ordered 7in but sent me 9in. I only paid 7in price so I just kept them. I use the bumper lights more.

 

[jrmudder92]

Got @TRAIL TAILOR shock guards. Need to mock them up to make sure they fit. But I think they will be okay.

 

[chrisratz]

Nice truck!

 

[Tug]

Great looking truck. Just wanted to say hey as I'm in raleigh near falls lake. Good to see another local in here.
I rock a filthy 2000 cruiser that never gets washed and the back seat is full survival snacks like fruit gummys, goldfish and melted suckkers courtesy of my 7 year old.

 

[uzj100]

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Great looking truck. Just wanted to say hey as I'm in raleigh near falls lake. Good to see another local in here.
I rock a filthy 2000 cruiser that never gets washed and the back seat is full survival snacks like fruit gummys, goldfish and melted suckkers courtesy of my 7 year old.

More Raleigh peeps. @Tug great to have you on here.

 

[Tug]

I suck at searching and protocol. Is there a regional cruiser group or thread for our area? Hate to get this thread off topic.

 

[jrmudder92]

I suck at searching and protocol. Is there a regional cruiser group or thread for our area? Hate to get this thread off topic.

Here is our club house

NC- Olde North State Cruisers

forum.ih8mud.com

 

[jrmudder92]

Nice truck!

Thanks they are stupid bright. And great for lighting. Here’s a dusk time setting with them on

 

[2002TLCyes]

Lol you’re showing us the wrong side. What’s important is how well it illuminates the road. Unless your goal is to blind oncoming traffic.

I think those guys driving down the highway with the light bar is damn near terrorism