Is there room inside the rear interior trim for a compressor and tank?

[Slow Paddler]

I was watching a few BAW 200 Series videos on YouTube, and in one of them, he installed an ARB twin compressor and a tank inside the rear storage area behind the trim panels on a AUS spec 200. I was curious id the US spec 200 has room in there for a compressor and small tank. If so, that would be a great out of the way and clean spot to mount one.

He's got a 3-part video on the 200 the photo is from, and a bunch of other cool Cruisers. In the comments he was asked how much for the linked modifications. Answer was " lets just say you could have this... or 2 x GXL 200 series"

2020 200 Series GXL Toyota Landcruiser Build PART 1

Time stamp: 7:54

EDIT: Here's a finished shot from the 3rd video

 

[empty80]

I do believe there’s a stereo component in the US Spec 200s. Here’s a link with some photos of what those areas look like behind the scenes.

Cargo Area Interior Side Panel Removal?

Hey Folks, Has anyone managed to remove the side panel (driver’s side) back in the cargo/3rd row area? I’m trying to remove the panel to see if there’s any dead space I can hide some electronics for my solar setup. I’ve been pulling, prying, and scratching my head for the last hour. Any tips?

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[Slow Paddler]

I do believe there’s a stereo component in the US Spec 200s. Here’s a link with some photos of what those areas look like behind the scenes.

Cargo Area Interior Side Panel Removal?

Hey Folks, Has anyone managed to remove the side panel (driver’s side) back in the cargo/3rd row area? I’m trying to remove the panel to see if there’s any dead space I can hide some electronics for my solar setup. I’ve been pulling, prying, and scratching my head for the last hour. Any tips?

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Ah, okay. Thanks! In the video, it was installed on the driver's side of the AU model. It looks like both sides of the US version must be full. Too bad.

(sitting here looking for things to fiddle with when I get mine in January...)

 

[Vestal]

I am hoping to have the ARB double compressor installed under the hood, proximal driver's side, and an accessory battery installed distal, passenger's side. Tech has supposedly done it previously with minor alterations. Beach fishing setup for me.

 

[grinchy]

Yes there is room in the US model. Yes you have to remove the subwoofer enclosure. There is an ARB bracket you can import to attach the tank and dual compressor to. I looked into it and have a quote somewhere in my email that is around $700 aus including freight.

 

[Vestal]

I am hoping to have the ARB double compressor installed under the hood, proximal driver's side, and an accessory battery installed distal, passenger's side. Tech has supposedly done it previously with minor alterations. Beach fishing setup for me.

SleeBUILT Heritage Edition 200 Series - Slee Off Road. Page 4 of this build has good photos if you are interested.

 

[TeCKis300]

Personally, I would not bother installing it inboard. These compressors are weather sealed and handle exterior conditions just fine. Particular to the Arb Twin, it draws some serious amps and is better located near the battery for that reason. Because of its high flow performance, a tank is also less worthwhile unless you intend to run air tools. Compressors also can get very hot so it may be better mounted in areas with better airflow and with less things to melt.

The space where the jack is I find perfect to store the inflator and hose.

 

[seajeff]

Lots of options, for sure. Sharing what I did and am pretty happy with. I used the slee mounting bracket for the compressor and installed the tank further front behind the grill. Installed quick connect air couplings fore and aft. I am pretty happy with the results. Plus there is a bit of room under the compressor to install other equipment; I installed the switch pro underneath. Fabricated some pretty simple brackets to hold the tank and the couplers.

Jeff

 

[Slow Paddler]

Thanks guys. $700 AU$ no thanks. I have a Viair 450 P that I thought might fit, but not worth messing with I guess. It now lives in a Cabela’s .50 cal ammo box strapped on the floor by my recovery gear in the 4Runner. That’s worked fine for four years, so it’ll work in the 200, too.

 

[TeCKis300]

If you enjoy your Viair, here's another potential install option. Though the 450P, as a Portable series, is not environmentally protected or IP rated. You may be able to sell it easily used as they're widely sought after and get a 400C to hardmounted for relatively little more money.

LX gets Onboard Air

Not completely done yet, but here's a sneak peak of the onboard air project for my LX. Different take than the usual beastly dual-arb underhood. My original intent was just to get a portable Viair unit with gater clamps. Thing is, the LX has engine bay covers EVERYWHERE, even over the...

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[Markuson]

Don’t feel bad about not doing a tank. No real need and only minimal benefits to the tank anyway. Could always save $ and add an ARB single under the hood instead of the double. Slee Off-road tray.

Another reason...the compressor is loud. I wouldn’t want it inside with passenger ears anyway. When I’m airing up, there are usually passengers inside the car and it would be really annoying.

After 4.5 years under the hood even in extremely hot temperatures, I’ve never had an issue with my twin.

 

[Slow Paddler]

If you enjoy your Viair, here's another potential install option.

That's an interesting spot. On Tundras I've seen compressor and tank underneath behind the spare. But as noted, my Viair 450P isn't rated for external mounting, which was why the tucked away interior option looked interesting. Here in Ohio, it isn't something that I use often, anyway. Only when I'm on trips to other parts of the US.

Someday there may be an under-hood compressor, as well as other handy goodies. But for now, part of the compromise to get the LC200, is "You aren't going to buy it and then start adding hundreds and hundreds of dollars in parts on it like the Subarus and 4Runner, are you?" But the "are you" part was only there for politeness. I'll be doing, at most, tire upgrades if Eric and I can come up with a quiet, capable tire that is going to be better than the Dunlops at a minimal impact on the total price.

Everything else is going to be mild modifications with the stuff I already have from the 4Runner, or selling the 4Runner parts and getting LC equivalent, like the Raingler net. Mostly, I'm mentally making those changes during the long wait until it arrives sometime in January...

 

[TeCKis300]

Exterior rated Viairs and Arbs can be mounted anywhere, including near the spare if you desire. Worth considering the wiring and hose runs required.

I put it in this spot as it was strait forward and easy to mount without significant wiring runs. Also keeps the compressor cool as the radiator fan draws air over it in operation, vice the hot under hood. If it were to succumb in a frontal accident, I've got bigger things to worry about.

I would encourage an OBA. Best mod there is for anyone who regularly off-roads. Maybe only second to tires.