Builds Ikarus' LX470 Offroad Build and BS (4 Viewers)
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Having seen your cruiser in person a few times. I can attest to how amazing it is. I’m excited for the 100 series guys to get an easier option for sas really soon with trail tailor.My SAS makes mine 105-ish enough for me.The frames are different though, yes.
Do you have a place where you post pictures or a build thread? Did I talk to you a while back about the Dissent rear bumper? I think you were the one I asked a few questions on that bumper.My SAS makes mine 105-ish enough for me.
No V8 available in a 105... Some cool diesel options of course, but the same exact diesels that you can get (in the US now mind you) in an 80 series.
But I really do think a SAS 100 is a cool compromise for the platform. They can be done very nicely too - like @I Lean did - but I'd worry an off-the-shelf kit is going to be way more complicated and not nearly as clean simply because it has to be built for the masses. Not to mention it'll be $$$$.
@ikarus - if you're interested - there are plenty of "built" 80s in the greater SLC area, and plenty of us that would be more than happy to have you come check them out anytime. With proper gearing (applicable to the 100 of course too) the 80s are not bad at all on power. Not enough for you? - Toss a @NLXTACY turbo on a 1FZ and you've got WAY more power than even a late-model 100.
I've driven both lifted gladiators and wranglers on 37's and found them to be pretty quiet and both drove well (hardtop rubicons)... I know the Jk's weren't as refined, maybe that's what you are thinking? I agree with you that space and overall build quality is not on par with a luxury wagon like a land cruiser though.
Yes talking about JKs. Everybody’s opinion on ride quality is different. Some think an OME kit on a stock weight 100 rides well...
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I edited the title of this thread so everyone knows the build is slowing down and now it's a safe space to discuss whatever is on their mind land cruiser-wise. ha
Yeah I was looking around Quadratec the other day and was blown away by the amount of bumpers, wheels, accessories etc available in the Jeep market. I think a vast majority of it is chinesium junk but there are a few reputable brands like AEV and ARB of course. I think Jeeps have a much bigger cheap ricer user base which we thankfully don't get with Cruisers with our limited expensive accessories. And yes, the jeeps themselves are quite expensive - 45K for the cheapest Gladiator Rubicon at the moment - which is comparable to if not cheaper than a Tacoma TRD Pro - but I'm not sold on the reliability.
Hey it's quarantine right? Great time to discuss cruisers. But yes, totally agree on all points. It is funny how all 100 builds sort of converge to look similar, and yes an 80 would be a pretty awesome option. Haven't owned one but have driven several and have many friends with them. I've been considering it - every now and then a super clean one pops up here in Utah, though the prices are 15-20K which is a little tough. I'm going to sit on it for a bit and see if the recession brings down prices at all. Relatively lightweight build with 37s for harder trails and a heavier 100 with 34s and a RTT for long trails would be a pretty sick setup! I think I'd probably regear and accept the slow, I like to keep engine and electronics as stock as possible when building a truck for remote travel.
I agree. I was talking to a guy over in Heber who has a cruiser shop. Said he's interested in the challenge of a 100 series SAS with matching front and rear 80 axles. Apparently he has a few sets of 94+ full float axles around the shop. Then I would go the 105 route in terms of wheels vs narrow axles and use spacers or super low offset wheels to fill out the width.
My only hang up is that to do a SAS I either need to take it to this dude or do it myself in the garage, both of which means picking up another daily, since my M3 won't quite cut it. A part of me would love, as I mentioned earlier, to start completely fresh, pick up a whole new 100 and make the SAS the first mod...
Also a good idea, I believe 2023 is the first year for those. Could also do an HDJ81 as Bryson mentioned.
Hey I appreciate that man. An 80 really would be awesome, and I would enjoy building one from stock. SAS would also be awesome. I'm interested in Trail Tailor's SAS kit, but I'm wondering if just copying an 80 setup with 80 axles, radius arms, etc etc would be just as good, and try to keep it 100% Toyota and factory serviceable.
Agreed. I'm impressed with their newest stuff. Just not sold on long term reliability. But man every time I see a Gladiator on 37s it gets me thinking
OME is so funny, in my experience every Toyota guy who's been driving lifted offroad trucks for at least 10+ years will tell you OME rides great, and anyone new(ish) to the scene can't believe how harsh it is and is shocked that it's such a standard lift.
Yeah I was looking around Quadratec the other day and was blown away by the amount of bumpers, wheels, accessories etc available in the Jeep market. I think a vast majority of it is chinesium junk but there are a few reputable brands like AEV and ARB of course. I think Jeeps have a much bigger cheap ricer user base which we thankfully don't get with Cruisers with our limited expensive accessories. And yes, the jeeps themselves are quite expensive - 45K for the cheapest Gladiator Rubicon at the moment - which is comparable to if not cheaper than a Tacoma TRD Pro - but I'm not sold on the reliability.
Hey it's quarantine right? Great time to discuss cruisers. But yes, totally agree on all points. It is funny how all 100 builds sort of converge to look similar, and yes an 80 would be a pretty awesome option. Haven't owned one but have driven several and have many friends with them. I've been considering it - every now and then a super clean one pops up here in Utah, though the prices are 15-20K which is a little tough. I'm going to sit on it for a bit and see if the recession brings down prices at all. Relatively lightweight build with 37s for harder trails and a heavier 100 with 34s and a RTT for long trails would be a pretty sick setup! I think I'd probably regear and accept the slow, I like to keep engine and electronics as stock as possible when building a truck for remote travel.
He's already alluded to it, but a solid front axle is the answer to all your questions.
I agree. I was talking to a guy over in Heber who has a cruiser shop. Said he's interested in the challenge of a 100 series SAS with matching front and rear 80 axles. Apparently he has a few sets of 94+ full float axles around the shop. Then I would go the 105 route in terms of wheels vs narrow axles and use spacers or super low offset wheels to fill out the width.
My only hang up is that to do a SAS I either need to take it to this dude or do it myself in the garage, both of which means picking up another daily, since my M3 won't quite cut it. A part of me would love, as I mentioned earlier, to start completely fresh, pick up a whole new 100 and make the SAS the first mod...
Also a good idea, I believe 2023 is the first year for those. Could also do an HDJ81 as Bryson mentioned.
Hey I appreciate that man. An 80 really would be awesome, and I would enjoy building one from stock. SAS would also be awesome. I'm interested in Trail Tailor's SAS kit, but I'm wondering if just copying an 80 setup with 80 axles, radius arms, etc etc would be just as good, and try to keep it 100% Toyota and factory serviceable.
Agreed. I'm impressed with their newest stuff. Just not sold on long term reliability. But man every time I see a Gladiator on 37s it gets me thinking
OME is so funny, in my experience every Toyota guy who's been driving lifted offroad trucks for at least 10+ years will tell you OME rides great, and anyone new(ish) to the scene can't believe how harsh it is and is shocked that it's such a standard lift.
True, compared to my lifted, and fully outfitted 100 on 35's they ride just fine and drive just as good.
Reading through this I was surprised to hear you were looking to possibly sell after such a thoughtful build. But then I remembered I've built and sold four toyotas in the last two years or so (I think I said I would keep each one until it died). The 99 LC I picked up last fall is currently roof rackless and on f5s so if I'm following in your footsteps I don't have long until the itch will return. Cheers on your build, I'm impressed.
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Thanks, glad you like it. Yeah, that happens. I'm sure I'm not as quick to go through cars as some but I think I've gone through 9 cars in the last 7 years. It's actually impressive that I've kept this one for almost 4 years now, a new record for me. I will say with this quarantine I drive maybe 20 miles a week now - I got in for the first time in a week and the smell of the old leather made me happy and I remembered how much I like driving this. Probably keeping it for a while.
That smell is a subtle warning of where the Cruiser lies on the crazy-hot matrix... You do something she doesn't like (sell her) and she'll steal your toothbrush, kidnap your dog, sleep with your best friend and then laugh while your house burns to the ground... But she's hot!
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Picked up a snorkel from @cruiseroutfit -
It's been on my mind for a while, since I've modified the fenders and fender liners to fit bigger tires. Much easier for dust to get into the fender mounted intake.
Installation went well, nothing too interesting. Used a 4.5" hole saw and a step bit, drilling out the bolt holes to 5/8". Deburred and painted to prevent rust.
The only thing I changed was the A pillar mount. I used @saucebox 's method with magnets:
I found these rare earth magnets on amazon - they measured 60mm x 10mm x 5mm. I super glued two of them to the snorkel pillar mount:
I probably could have gone a little thinner than 5mm but they seem perfect. They're super strong and the snorkel won't budge.
I don't mind drilling into fenders but I'm hoping these hold up and I won't have to drill into the pillar. The only thing I could see happening is slight movements or dust/dirt getting underneath that could scratch the paint.
I'll have to extend my breathers next.
It's been on my mind for a while, since I've modified the fenders and fender liners to fit bigger tires. Much easier for dust to get into the fender mounted intake.
Installation went well, nothing too interesting. Used a 4.5" hole saw and a step bit, drilling out the bolt holes to 5/8". Deburred and painted to prevent rust.
The only thing I changed was the A pillar mount. I used @saucebox 's method with magnets:
I found these rare earth magnets on amazon - they measured 60mm x 10mm x 5mm. I super glued two of them to the snorkel pillar mount:
I probably could have gone a little thinner than 5mm but they seem perfect. They're super strong and the snorkel won't budge.
I don't mind drilling into fenders but I'm hoping these hold up and I won't have to drill into the pillar. The only thing I could see happening is slight movements or dust/dirt getting underneath that could scratch the paint.
I'll have to extend my breathers next.
Picked up a snorkel from @cruiseroutfit -
It's been on my mind for a while, since I've modified the fenders and fender liners to fit bigger tires. Much easier for dust to get into the fender mounted intake.
Installation went well, nothing too interesting. Used a 4.5" hole saw and a step bit, drilling out the bolt holes to 5/8". Deburred and painted to prevent rust.
The only thing I changed was the A pillar mount. I used @saucebox 's method with magnets:
I found these rare earth magnets on amazon - they measured 60mm x 10mm x 5mm. I super glued two of them to the snorkel pillar mount:
I probably could have gone a little thinner than 5mm but they seem perfect. They're super strong and the snorkel won't budge.
I don't mind drilling into fenders but I'm hoping these hold up and I won't have to drill into the pillar. The only thing I could see happening is slight movements or dust/dirt getting underneath that could scratch the paint.
I'll have to extend my breathers next.
To be fair, it was @mudbutt's idea. I'm not clever enough to have figured it out on my own.
Your garage is so small.
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Dude you aren't even allowed to post here, you're a tacoma driver now
At least I stuck with the brand, we shouldn’t even tell people what you’ve been lusting after. Haha.
We all know his obsession with Jeeps lately.
