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Ok so an update this time. I’m having my local to me Toyota dealer do a bunch of work for me as follows:

-Coolant valley plate gasket
-EGR gasket (+ check condition of the valve etc)
-PCV gasket (+ check condition of the valve etc)
-They’re gonna put on my Power Stop heavy duty brake kit front and rear
-New E-brake shoes
-New OEM Lexus windscreen (****ing rocks from construction trucks)
-Gonna check in to my sunroof drain on the front drivers side
-Full synthetics oil change

Gonna be a bit of a bill yes, however it might be a long time until I need service again. Loving this 460.
 
GrizzlyClint said:
Ok so an update this time. I’m having my local to me Toyota dealer do a bunch of work for me as follows:

-Coolant valley plate gasket
-EGR gasket (+ check condition of the valve etc)
-PCV gasket (+ check condition of the valve etc)
-They’re gonna put on my Power Stop heavy duty brake kit front and rear
-New E-brake shoes
-New OEM Lexus windscreen (f***ing rocks from construction trucks)
-Gonna check in to my sunroof drain on the front drivers side
-Full synthetics oil change

Gonna be a bit of a bill yes, however it might be a long time until I need service again. Loving this 460.
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What's that phrase I see often here? Cry once...??
Yep, just get 'er done and not worry about it for a very long time.
BTW, what's your mileage you're bringing it in with for all that service?
 
r2m said:
What's that phrase I see often here? Cry once...??
Yep, just get 'er done and not worry about it for a very long time.
BTW, what's your mileage you're bringing it in with for all that service?
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~158,1XX.
 
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GrizzlyClint said:
Links to the products purchased so far. I'll include a lot of ticky tack small stuff, but I've found these are the things people usually want links to.


----LEDs----

Low beams (no heatsink or wires):
Amazon product ASIN B07TQLGGBR
High beams (no heatsink or wires):
Amazon product ASIN B07WMG43QJ
Turn indicators front:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H6TDYZR/?tag=ihco-20

Turn indicators rear:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H6TDYZR/?tag=ihco-20

Reverse lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G5SD5G5/?tag=ihco-20

Side markers front (not installed yet):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01732ZMPK/?tag=ihco-20

Interior dome lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZV5T4F3/?tag=ihco-20

Interior map lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZV5T4F3/?tag=ihco-20

Front bumper:
www.metaltech4x4.com

Metal Tech 2010-13 GX460 Talon Front Shell Bumper Stage 1

Maximize the approach angle for the front and sides with the Lexus GX460 front winch bumper. It features light pockets for fog lights and a light bar.
www.metaltech4x4.com www.metaltech4x4.com

Front flange LED lights:
www.rigidlightshop.com

Rigid Industries Diffused Flush Mount Black D-Series Pro - Pair

RIGID D-Series PRO flush mount lights offer high-output LED power in a compact 3 inch size. Durable black housing and diffused beam for versatile use.
www.rigidlightshop.com www.rigidlightshop.com

----Wheels and tires----

Wheels (in bronze, BZMTXX, 17x8.5):

Discount Tire | Tires and Wheels for Sale | Online & In-Person

www.discounttire.com www.discounttire.com

Tires (265/70/17, 115T, SL load range):


----Flasher----

SmartTap flasher:
www.diodedynamics.com

SmartTap CF18 LED Flasher Module

Features Adds unique, programmable functions. Compatible with LED or standard bulbs, no hyperflash. Plug and play swap for original module. Assembled in USA, 3 year warranty. A Smarter Flasher The SmartTap™ is a replacement turn signal flasher relay, compatible with any vehicle using a CF18...
www.diodedynamics.com www.diodedynamics.com


----Glovebox Organizer----

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B087FBQCLN/?tag=ihco-20


----Power Ports----

USB 2-port fast charger:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L9Q5GD3/?tag=ihco-20

12V power ports:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FLT2VB6/?tag=ihco-20


----Extra push pins, clips and miscellaneous----

Toyota clips (came with free panel tool):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072MDX94N/?tag=ihco-20

Bumper push pins (Toyota/Lexus):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078RR7B82/?tag=ihco-20

Cup holder insert (absolutely brilliant):
crafted-by-matt.com

Lexus GX460 drink holder insert

Drop-in insert for center console drink holder in a Lexus GX460. This insert replaces the need to use the factory spring loaded insert and will control even the largest tumblers and cups. Made of HDPE and is top-rack dishwasher safe. *NOTE: the Gray color does not match gray interior. *** BIG...
crafted-by-matt.com

Rock lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019ODAK26/?tag=ihco-20

Wiring tool set:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Q43G4HQ/?tag=ihco-20

Heat shrink tubes:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MFA3OFA/?tag=ihco-20

30A breaker:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GXNMXBS/?tag=ihco-20

Power junction posts:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009SCSXVO/?tag=ihco-20

Terminal connectors:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XPRD3DS/?tag=ihco-20

Copper (real) 10ga wire 25ft:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0796JJHTQ/?tag=ihco-20

16ga wire 100ft:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07SG23DT1/?tag=ihco-20

10ga 40A in-line fuses:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07TXHGSGP/?tag=ihco-20

In-line fuse assortment:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WFK9K6D/?tag=ihco-20

Aluminum strips (rock light mounts):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F80WPKO/?tag=ihco-20

Undercoating spray (commercial grade):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003CT49AS/?tag=ihco-20

3M VHB double sided tape (heavy duty):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B082D38NJR/?tag=ihco-20

Small blindspot mirrors:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0874C9KXK/?tag=ihco-20

Exhuast tip:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GMNL8LO/?tag=ihco-20

Muffler:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000COTCTO/?tag=ihco-20

Air filter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RWFJRJD/?tag=ihco-20

The beast, aka the anti-tailgate device:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073TF5SFP/?tag=ihco-20

Hitch receiver lock pin:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VHK2CL7/?tag=ihco-20

USA valve stem caps, because USA baby!:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0867J872S/?tag=ihco-20

US flag stickers (wouldn't recommend):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BMY3HJX/?tag=ihco-20
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Wow! Not sure how I ever missed this post of yours!
I've been meaning to do an LED upgrade.
What about LED bulbs for the DDL's? Did you ever swap them out?
 
r2m said:
Wow! Not sure how I ever missed this post of yours!
I've been meaning to do an LED upgrade.
What about LED bulbs for the DDL's? Did you ever swap them out?
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Did you mean DRL’s? I disabled those if that’s what you’re asking.
 
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Yep, like I said DRL's. 😁 (hha-ha)
Any ides what might work on those?
 
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9011 halogens and trim the base to fit. WAY more light than LED's, and when you need it you won't care that it's yellow-ish instead of white. And no peaky flicker. I tried some high beam LEDs, and even the voltage regulator thingies, all with no solution to the flicker.
 
They still have my 460 waiting on parts. lol I hope to get it back next week. Only two things left to do mechanically are the rear diff and t-case needs to be flushed.
 
GrizzlyClint said:
Thanks!

It’s for real worth it, the pedal commander. I wish you were local I’d let you give it a go. Paging @giovanni
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I bought the Pedalmonster because it has a couple additional safety features and it is awesome! It is like turning the knob on a F-Sport from Eco to Sport+...don't hesitate. It is simply NOT pushing the pedal more with your foot. It actually speeds up the throttle opening and kicks down the gears nearly instantly.
 
TahoeLX450 said:
I bought the Pedalmonster because it has a couple additional safety features and it is awesome! It is like turning the knob on a F-Sport from Eco to Sport+...don't hesitate. It is simply NOT pushing the pedal more with your foot. It actually speeds up the throttle opening and kicks down the gears nearly instantly.
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Have you seen a hit in your MPG? (aside from the pure fun of stomping on the happy peddle after initially installing it)
 
r2m said:
Have you seen a hit in your MPG? (aside from the pure fun of stomping on the happy peddle after initially installing it)
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No. If anything less effort on the throttle pedal means less I need to stomp on it. Where it’s noticeable is around town in low speed situations. I’m also a heavy cruise control user so that helps tame any extra MPG usage.
 
GrizzlyClint said:
No. If anything less effort on the throttle pedal means less I need to stomp on it. Where it’s noticeable is around town in low speed situations. I’m also a heavy cruise control user so that helps tame any extra MPG usage.
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When you say "noticeable" do you mean that in a good way (better mpg)? or a bad way? Or were you referring just plain acceleration?
I agree with you 100% and use my cruise whenever I can. I just wish I had dynamic cruise control for the idiots on long 2 lane roads (HWY 395) that constantly roll between 65 - 75 mph (I'm talking about new cars too! that I know have cruise control!), which makes using control useless.
 
r2m said:
When you say "noticeable" do you mean that in a good way (better mpg)? or a bad way? Or were you referring just plain acceleration?
I agree with you 100% and use my cruise whenever I can. I just wish I had dynamic cruise control for the idiots on long 2 lane roads (HWY 395) that constantly roll between 65 - 75 mph (I'm talking about new cars too! that I know have cruise control!), which makes using control useless.
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Mostly talking about acceleration being more effortless.
 
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Almost $3,200 later I finally got the rig back. These brakes are phenomenal. I already had to use them in an emergency stop situation because people suck at driving.

I should get almost $500 back from insurance on the windscreen.
 
GrizzlyClint said:
Almost $3,200 later I finally got the rig back. These brakes are phenomenal. I already had to use them in an emergency stop situation because people suck at driving.

I should get almost $500 back from insurance on the windscreen.
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Tell me about those brakes.

I was about 4 inches from hitting a deer last week. Tires/brakes did a great job stopping the beast and not hitting the small beast. But if there's an upgrade path, especially for doing driving that does a lot of braking then I may be interested.
 
klimraamkosie said:
Tell me about those brakes.

I was about 4 inches from hitting a deer last week. Tires/brakes did a great job stopping the beast and not hitting the small beast. But if there's an upgrade path, especially for doing driving that does a lot of braking then I may be interested.
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These brakes are phenomenal as I mentioned I was going about ~70 when a Ford Focus stopped in the highway to turn left at the last second I went from ~70 to 0 with 3 car lengths to spare. Hard bite with no fade.

On my GX470 I had no fade and no brake dust as well.

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Once my current rotors start to warp I am doing that upgrade! Tempting to do it now but my rotors only have 30K on them.
 
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