First Day:
It'll be interesting to see how the thread pans out, as this is my first attempt at a "build thread." Now, this really isn't for anyone but myself, more as a means to track what I do, and what I want/plan to do; I highly doubt this will be of use to anyone unless you just enjoy slow progression.
After several long months of deciding what I wanted to buy, looking at a plethora of trucks (mainly Toyota) and having a slew of bad luck, I finally purchased my 100 earlier this month (June, 2018). I've wanted a truck for a long time, and when I first saw an 80 Series I was pretty hell-bent on owning a Land Cruiser and building something really cool. I highly doubt I'll end up with anything as great as what many of you here have, but we'll see. Long term plans are to build an overland/expedition/adventure rig that will also (at least as of now) be my daily driver. I'm hoping that it'll be something that grows with me through life that I can hold onto for a good amount of years.
Dealership did some things included in the purchase price:
Maintenance (Preventative/Baseline)
Engine:
This section is bound to change and go back and forth due to my needs, wants, budget, and necessities. It's going to be a much longer process than most "builds" as this is (once again) my first 4WD. That, and I'm indecisive as hell. This is more-so a list of things that'll allow me to track, add on to, and edit. Whether all, or half of this comes to fruition... well, time will tell.
Interior:
It'll be interesting to see how the thread pans out, as this is my first attempt at a "build thread." Now, this really isn't for anyone but myself, more as a means to track what I do, and what I want/plan to do; I highly doubt this will be of use to anyone unless you just enjoy slow progression.
After several long months of deciding what I wanted to buy, looking at a plethora of trucks (mainly Toyota) and having a slew of bad luck, I finally purchased my 100 earlier this month (June, 2018). I've wanted a truck for a long time, and when I first saw an 80 Series I was pretty hell-bent on owning a Land Cruiser and building something really cool. I highly doubt I'll end up with anything as great as what many of you here have, but we'll see. Long term plans are to build an overland/expedition/adventure rig that will also (at least as of now) be my daily driver. I'm hoping that it'll be something that grows with me through life that I can hold onto for a good amount of years.
Dealership did some things included in the purchase price:
- Timing Belt
- Water Pump
- Serpentine Belt
- Upper Radiator Hose
- (1) Fuel Line
- (1) O2 Sensor
- (1) Exhaust Pipe Gasket
Maintenance (Preventative/Baseline)
Engine:
- Oil + Filter Change (Done 3x)
- Fumoto Drain Valve (Done)
- Spark Plugs (Done)
- Air Filter (Done)
- Fuel Filter + New Clips (Pending)
- PCV Valve + Grommet (Pending)
- Check Vacuum Hoses (Done)
- Clean Throttle Body + MAF Sensor (Done)
- Clean + Grease Battery Posts/Cable Ends (Done)
- Radiator Cap (Done)
- Heater Tees (Done)
- Thermostat + Gasket (Pending)
- Lower Radiator Hose
- Front Differential Fluid Change (Done)
- Rear Differential Fluid Change (Done)
- Transfer Case Fluid Change (Done)
- Wits End T-Case + Differential Drain/Fill Bolts (Done)
- Fix Stiff Transfer Case Shifter
- Transmission Fluid Change
- Transmission Filter
- Grease Driveshaft/U-Joints + Tighten Bolts (Pending)
- Terrain Tamer Pads
- OEM Rotors
- Slee Stainless Steel Extended Brake Lines
- Parking Brake
- Master Cylinder Rebuild
- Flush/Refill Brake Fluid
- Front Axle Refresh
- Rear Body Mounts (Postponed until Spring)
- Rear Axle Cross-member (Postponed until Spring)
- Patch Rear Frame Rails (Postponed until Spring)
- Remove Rust + POR15 (Postponed until Spring)
- Remove Spare Tire Cross-member
- Hood Struts
- Rear Hatch Struts (Received)
- Clean/Detail
- Remove Running Boards (Done)
- Remove Third Row Seats (Done)
- Remove Roof Rack (Undecided)
- Remove Rear Wind Deflector
- Cabin Filter Retrofit
- Wipers (Done)
- Fix Rear Wiper Sag
- Paint Wiper Arms + Cowl
- Always On Power Outlets
- Pin7
This section is bound to change and go back and forth due to my needs, wants, budget, and necessities. It's going to be a much longer process than most "builds" as this is (once again) my first 4WD. That, and I'm indecisive as hell. This is more-so a list of things that'll allow me to track, add on to, and edit. Whether all, or half of this comes to fruition... well, time will tell.
Interior:
Communications:
- Midland 75-822 CB Setup (CB Received)
- In-Dash HAM Setup
Stereo/Sound:
- Clarion M508 Head Unit
- Speaker Upgrade (Undecided)
Storage:
- DIY or KISS Drawer(s)
- Storage Bags
- Wits End APUs; Console Liner
- Blue Ridge Overland Overhead Attic
- Blue Ridge Overland Molle Seat Panel(s)
- Blue Ridge Overland Visor Organizers
- Vanquest 4x6 First Aid Bag
- Huracan Tail Gate Storage (Undecided)
"Quality of Life" Upgrades:
- Overhead Switch Panel or Ayune's SGII Overhead Mount (Undecided)
- Replace Dash/HVAC/Switch Lights w/ LEDs (Received)
- PFran LED Kit
- WeatherTech Floormats (Done)
- Cordura Seat Covers
- Ram Pod Vehicle Mount; Ram Mount X-Grip
- Change Pocket (Ordered)
- FJC Cup Holder Inserts
Misc.:
- Wits End Passenger Side FEM, Cover; Drake Quick Release/Clamps; H3R Extinguisher
- Cargo Space Tire Carrier/Holder
Armor:
- 4X4Labs or WKOR Sliders
- (Undecided) Rear Bumper
- (Undecided) Front Bumper
- (Undecided) Front Skid Plate(s)
- Trail Tailor Creeper Skid
- Trail Tailor Rear LCA Skid Plates (Undecided)
Lighting:
- HIR Bulbs (9012/Low Beams Done)
- DEPO Clear One-Piece + BiXenon Retrofit (Eventually)
- JDM ASTAR LED Tail/Turn, Reverse Bulbs
- PFran LED License Plate Bulbs
- Auxiliary Lighting (Undecided)
- OWL Puddle/Rock Lights (Undecided)
Misc.:
- Trail Tailor Recovery Points (Received)
- Snorkel (Undecided)
- Tint Front Windows 35% (Done)
- Tough Dog 2" Lift - 41mm Front, 45mm Adjustable Rear, Dual Rate Coils
- Diff Drop (Undecided)
- Upgraded Control Arms (Undecided)
- 285/75R16 Falken Wildpeak AT3Ws (Done)
- Spidertrax 1.25" Spacers (Undecided)
- DT Cat-Back
- DT Headers (Undecided)
- Slee Battery Tray
- Odyssey 31-PC2150T
- "The Big Three" Electrical Upgrade
- Extend/Replace Diff Breathers
- JDM 200 Series Horn
- YotaMD Key Fob (Done)
- LCPhil Jack Adapter
- ScanGauge II (Done)
- Remote Start
- Recovery Equipment, Trail Parts, Maps, etc.
- Dashboard Hula Girl (Done)
- Factory Service Manuals
...We do "build plans" on the phone with customers on a daily basis, rebuilding a Land Cruiser front axle and we'll go through our build sheet to make sure we are covering all your parts needs. Looking to install an Old Man Emu suspension and we'll spend 15-20 minutes talking about your past, current and future vehicle uses, loads, accessories, etc and from there we'll recommend the right components. But why not use this same logic on a complete vehicle build? Why not pull up a chair next to your rig in the driveway and start making notes. What do you want out of your rig? What didn't you like about the one you just sold? What made you purchase this one? What needs do you need to build around? While it might sound a little naive for some, I think many can benefit. It doesn't matter whether your build is going to take a weekend or a few years, after all "A goal without a plan is just a wish" (stolen from Antoine de Saint-Exupery)...
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