I just got my first 4x4 and first LC (1999 LX470). I'm looking to start modifying my truck for some off road adventures around AZ. What would you upgrade and in what order?
Just bought my first LX 470. What should I do next?
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PabloCruise
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Nice! How many miles?
Does it still have the AHC? If yes, learn about that system, maybe change the fluid...
Does it still have the AHC? If yes, learn about that system, maybe change the fluid...
BFG AT K02s were certainly the biggest leap forward.
Metal-Tech sliders (and taking off the side-steps) made wheeling much less stressful.
From there its best to do a bunch of driver learning
Metal-Tech sliders (and taking off the side-steps) made wheeling much less stressful.
From there its best to do a bunch of driver learning
Tires and any necessary maintenance. Drive it until you find you need something else.
Baseline your fluids (ALL) and install new heater Tee's before you do anything else. Check the condition of your braking system (pads, rotors, lines) as well. Be certain your cooling system is in good working order.
After that.....comes 'Mods'.
After that.....comes 'Mods'.
Good looking truck! Looks like mine did Jan of last year.
Take a look at my build in my signature for ideas where to start. I think I took the best path possible, but I'm obviously a little biased.
Take a look at my build in my signature for ideas where to start. I think I took the best path possible, but I'm obviously a little biased.
After you baseline the rig, remove the running boards/ steps (free) and delete the rear mudflaps with a kit from @LandCruiserPhil ($40). They're cheap mods that will transform the look of the rig and get you added ground clearance while you save up for tires.
Congrats! Change all the fluids, get some good tires, and have fun.
Careful visiting the site, it might create an issue between you and your wallet
Careful visiting the site, it might create an issue between you and your wallet
This is imperitive^^
It's a 10 minute repair you can do for $20 with plyers and you don't have to get dirty.
Also get to know your local chapter, lots of good people, regular monthly runs too.
AZ- Copper State Cruisers
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a_traut_man
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Congratulation and like pretty much everyone is saying
1. Maintenance
2. Tires
3. Sliders
Then take it from there... I'm not sure how many share my sentiment but I do wish I had built a bit slower than I did
1. Maintenance
2. Tires
3. Sliders
Then take it from there... I'm not sure how many share my sentiment but I do wish I had built a bit slower than I did
