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[nkaneh]

Hey, new to the site and Toyota/lexus ownership. Just bought an 05’ GX470 and staring to do a maintenance overhaul. Will probably have some questions/searches along the way. Current plan is to just get the engine stuff done, then move on to dif fluids, trans, and suspension work. Only real concern with rig right now is a slight squeak when window is rolled down, maybe wheel bearing?

 

[nkaneh]

Current list of parts on the counter, if you recommend anything else let me know.
- timing belt kit (021)
- serpentine belt
- idler and tension pulleys
- radiator and hoses
- alternator
- vvti o-rings
- front crankshaft seal
- oil cooler o-rings
- valve cover gaskets
-spark plugs
- coil packs
-PCV valve

 

[Hardazclay]

Welcome! Looks like a clean rig. How many miles?

 

[HomersCanyonero]

Current list of parts on the counter, if you recommend anything else let me know.
- timing belt kit (021)
- serpentine belt
- idler and tension pulleys
- radiator and hoses
- alternator
- vvti o-rings
- front crankshaft seal
- oil cooler o-rings
- valve cover gaskets
-spark plugs
- coil packs
-PCV valve

New oem radiator cap
New oem thermostat
Sequoia alternator 150a instead of GX470 130a
Hayden 698 transmission cooler if you gonna tow or rock crawl

 

[Rednexus]

Great looking rig as well! Very clean, great find.

 

[stupidchicken03]

Looks clean! Mileage on it?

I got my 05 two years ago this month. I bought it with 191k miles and now im at 196k.

Major things that Ive done
-valve cover gaskets
-both from CV axles

Ive currently got a parts pile ill start chipping away at next week
-full aluminum radiator (CSF) (will obviously do a coolant flush - will also start trans flush at the same time)
-Hayden trans cooler (we started towing a camp trailer this year with the GX)
-new thermostat
-pcv valve + new hose with it
-serpentine belt

Im also on the original airbags.. I plan on replacing them this coming year as preventative.. dont want to blow a bag while towing!

 

[zzyzx85]

welcome! that is one clean looking GX!

check your suspension bushings for tears. At this age, more than likely your bushings are cracked or torn if they haven't been replaced already.

 

[nkaneh]

Welcome! Looks like a clean rig. How many miles?

213k, looks like regular oil changes but valve covers and coils looked original

 

[nkaneh]

Looks clean! Mileage on it?

I got my 05 two years ago this month. I bought it with 191k miles and now im at 196k.

Major things that Ive done
-valve cover gaskets
-both from CV axles

Ive currently got a parts pile ill start chipping away at next week
-full aluminum radiator (CSF) (will obviously do a coolant flush - will also start trans flush at the same time)
-Hayden trans cooler (we started towing a camp trailer this year with the GX)
-new thermostat
-pcv valve + new hose with it
-serpentine belt

Im also on the original airbags.. I plan on replacing them this coming year as preventative.. dont want to blow a bag while towing!

Yea, same on airbags for me, maybe a future project. I hadn’t heard about the Hayden trans cooler, thanks!

 

[nkaneh]

welcome! that is one clean looking GX!

check your suspension bushings for tears. At this age, more than likely your bushings are cracked or torn if they haven't been replaced already.

Thanks! Never thought of that but I’m sure you’re right.

 

[nkaneh]

Started the tear down, coming out OK, crank pulley was really stuck on, but finally got it off. I have everything at TDC so about to pull the timing belt and keep going.

 

[moondoggy]

Welcome to the club, I will pass on a tip that was passed to me from this site. If you need parts check your local dealer for their price and then check out Bell Lexus in Scottsdale Az, ps they ship for free over a hundred dollars. I saved over half with them. I did it on the 4th of July sale, so timing is critical or call them and ask if it adjust much?