Builds Ikarus' LX470 Offroad Build and BS (1 Viewer)

[ClassyJalopy]

Fix your AC and enjoy it. Also, post your thoughts on Tacoma vs 100 when you get around to it.

 

[implayaz9]

Keep the cruiser. HAHA.. LOVE IT

 

[ikarus]

Fix your AC and enjoy it. Also, post your thoughts on Tacoma vs 100 when you get around to it.

I did - it was getting unbearable so I got that fixed a couple months back. So far from the few test drives I've had, I like the Tacoma a lot but you can tell it's lighter and less insulated from road noise and squeaks and rattles. I'm excited to have a manual 4x4 pickup that I can hopefully keep for a long time.

 

[bozncsurf]

I did - it was getting unbearable so I got that fixed a couple months back. So far from the few test drives I've had, I like the Tacoma a lot but you can tell it's lighter and less insulated from road noise and squeaks and rattles. I'm excited to have a manual 4x4 pickup that I can hopefully keep for a long time.

Dude... What’s the longest you’ve ever kept a vehicle?

I’m just happy it’s a Taco - at least when you part ways in a year it’ll have a great resell value






Jk - It’s because I’m jealous.

 

[ikarus]

Dude... What’s the longest you’ve ever kept a vehicle?

I’m just happy it’s a Taco - at least when you part ways in a year it’ll have a great resell value






Jk - It’s because I’m jealous.

Ha! 4 years for this 100 is a record for me. The resale values here in Utah are crazy. It was cheaper to buy a brand new Tacoma with less options vs a 2018-9 with 20k miles but more options

 

[gungriffin]

Ha! 4 years for this 100 is a record for me. The resale values here in Utah are crazy. It was cheaper to buy a brand new Tacoma with less options vs a 2018-9 with 20k miles but more options

I really don't get the pricing on Tacomas. It has been like that for a while too. I guess there are enough people willing to do an impulse buy to keep the used prices high.

 

[Box Rocket]

Good luck with the sale of the 100. It will be an awesome truck for whoever buys it.

 

[ikarus]

I really don't get the pricing on Tacomas. It has been like that for a while too. I guess there are enough people willing to do an impulse buy to keep the used prices high.

Yeah and apparently this year it's worse cause the supply of new trucks ran out when the factories shut for COVID back in March, and everyone had to go used,

Good luck with the sale of the 100. It will be an awesome truck for whoever buys it.

Thanks man! If it sells, it'll be an 80 next.

 

[DDMSteve]

Seeing the photos of the E36 had me momentarily weak for my old 97.

then I read the ad and the "typical E36" problems and that washed out the nice taste real quick. Hopefully you can get a buyer for one of your machines soon.

 

[ikarus]

Seeing the photos of the E36 had me momentarily weak for my old 97.

then I read the ad and the "typical E36" problems and that washed out the nice taste real quick. Hopefully you can get a buyer for one of your machines soon.

Sagging glove boxes, door panels falling off, plastic coolant systems, what’s not to love??

 

[ikarus]

And the M3 is gone - sold in less than 36 hours with 4-5 offers. Maybe I should have charged more? ha

Looking like I'll just keep the 100. I bumped it one last time in the classifieds and we'll see what happens.

Now that it's gonna be relieved of daily driving duties, what should I do next, besides the obvious SAS?

Part time kit? Body lift? Massive antenna on the front bumper, Australian style? Try to fit 37s with flares from Iceland? DIY nightview with IR floods and GPNVGs? Scheel Mann seats, bump stops, transfer case gears, my wants list is endless

 

[bozncsurf]

And the M3 is gone - sold in less than 36 hours with 4-5 offers. Maybe I should have charged more? ha

Looking like I'll just keep the 100. I bumped it one last time in the classifieds and we'll see what happens.

Now that it's gonna be relieved of daily driving duties, what should I do next, besides the obvious SAS?

Part time kit? Body lift? Massive antenna on the front bumper, Australian style? Try to fit 37s with flares from Iceland? DIY nightview with IR floods and GPNVGs? Scheel Mann seats, bump stops, transfer case gears, my wants list is endless

Good call - Congrats!

Easy. CarPlay head-unit with backup cam.

Then bump stops.

 

[Jrod]

I miss my E36 M3 a lot. I had a Hellrot sedan. Yes, they have issues, but almost all cars of that age have issues. I've owned almost every sports car (except Ferrari/Lamborghini), and it was the most balanced car I've owned. Not tons of power, but such a fun car to drive in the mountains, or a good curvy road. I'll own another one some day.

Good luck man!

 

[atnolan94]

I have absolutely loved my Part Time kit. For a 100 with big tires and armor, etc. it is an exceptional upgrade. Reduce CV wear greatly. Less worrisome out on the trail if you happen to pop your front diff or a CV.

 

[ikarus]

Good call - Congrats!

Easy. CarPlay head-unit with backup cam.

Then bump stops.

That’s a great idea. The tape adapter gets old sometimes.

I miss my E36 M3 a lot. I had a Hellrot sedan. Yes, they have issues, but almost all cars of that age have issues. I've owned almost every sports car (except Ferrari/Lamborghini), and it was the most balanced car I've owned. Not tons of power, but such a fun car to drive in the mountains, or a good curvy road. I'll own another one some day.

Good luck man!

I feel the same man! They’re really pretty incredible cars. And yes, I’m mostly joking about the issues - especially the car I had, it was super clean and well maintained. All I really had to do was the valve cover gasket. Not a single problem out at the track in 100 degree weather.

I have absolutely loved my Part Time kit. For a 100 with big tires and armor, etc. it is an exceptional upgrade. Reduce CV wear greatly. Less worrisome out on the trail if you happen to pop your front diff or a CV.

That’s awesome. I’ve been thinking the same thing, I need to call cruiser outfitters and reserve one in case the parts ever come in again.

 

[DDMSteve]

And the M3 is gone - sold in less than 36 hours with 4-5 offers. Maybe I should have charged more? ha

I saw Dan picked it up. He is a cool guy I have known for years! What's next for the 100? I vote you finally get around to a roof mounted tent. Pick up a hardshell one or something.

I miss my E36 M3 a lot. I had a Hellrot sedan. Yes, they have issues, but almost all cars of that age have issues. I've owned almost every sports car (except Ferrari/Lamborghini), and it was the most balanced car I've owned. Not tons of power, but such a fun car to drive in the mountains, or a good curvy road. I'll own another one some day.

I *sort* of miss my E36. I went from E36 to E90 M3 and that made me not miss the E36 that much. You are right about the balance. My favorite thing was the proportions of it. It fit like a tailored sock. Everything was right where you wanted it, and you could put it exactly where you wanted it to go. The E90 is otherworldly though.

 

[ikarus]

I saw Dan picked it up. He is a cool guy I have known for years! What's next for the 100? I vote you finally get around to a roof mounted tent. Pick up a hardshell one or something.


I *sort* of miss my E36. I went from E36 to E90 M3 and that made me not miss the E36 that much. You are right about the balance. My favorite thing was the proportions of it. It fit like a tailored sock. Everything was right where you wanted it, and you could put it exactly where you wanted it to go. The E90 is otherworldly though.

I do need a RTT. One of these days. Probably going to get around to all the "small" things on my to-do list - skid plates, rear control arms, bumpstops, new UCAs (these SPC UCAs are annoying me with ball joint problems), and transfer case gears.

 

[ikarus]

Getting around to small maintenance items:
- Replaced leaky power steering hose
- Got a new center diff lock switch from Partsouq. Still need to install it, but it'll be nice to have the center diff lock indicator light up now.
- New cabin air filter. Haven't changed it in 3 years so we'll see how bad it is..
- Finally got around to fixing my passenger mirror. It's been like this since I bought it:

I decided to try this $23 mirror instead of the $440 Lexus piece. Sure I'll lose heated mirrors and auto dimming but I think I'll be ok. I think I could also do an LC mirror for less than $100 but we'll see how long this lasts. Just stuck it on with 6 adhesive pads on top of the old mirror.

Amazon product ASIN B00SZ93JIS

Other than that, it's doing great. I have some torn LBJ and tie rod boots to look into though.

I've just left it up for sale since June and had 4 pretty serious buyers back out each time. I have one more who's thinking about it right now and if he doesn't work out I think I'll officially take down the ad and keep it for good. I like it a little more every time I see someone drive it away on a test drive.

The Tacoma finally showed up:

Pros:
- Going from a 2001 to a 2020, the interior is amazing.
- Super nice to have a bed. Already putting it to use
- Awesome to have a manual
- I got 360 miles on my first tank of gas

Cons:
- Tacomaworld is a mess. haha. Lots of drama but it's also fun to read so maybe that's a pro. Definitely prefer Mud, you guys are great
- There is a lot of work to be done to fit anything larger than 33" tires under a Taco. Makes me appreciate the mild pinch weld hammering I had to do.
- Not as comfortable and much less space in the backseat

Overall I really like it as a daily. Going to try to resist the urge to mod it for as long as possible but who knows. I think the ideal setup will be to keep land cruisers as dedicated off road vehicles and do really minimal mods on this, like TRD pro wheels, grille, and a small lift.

 

[Kabanstva]

Congrats on the new truck. I love your neighborhood man!

 

[ikarus]

Congrats on the new truck. I love your neighborhood man!

Thanks dude! It’s been a dream location for us, been house hunting for years