steffen
HELC
HI!!
Firstly, Id like to reintroduce myself on this side of the forum, after an extensive search for a LC200, I just purchased an 08 LX with 84K miles. which is wild, because while I was sitting in my FJ's I would see an LX and say to myself "snobby wannabe" and here I am, sitting in the drivers seat of one, with that shiny "L" just mocking me constantly. But it was just too good a deal to pass up and I regrettably admit, its reallllyyy nice… am I a Lexus person after all?!! maybe Ill remove the "570" and retrofit "Cruiser" to make me feel better. "LX Cruiser" powered by Toyota… much better.
I just sold my 13 Tacoma, and before that it went 00 FJ100 -> 95 FJ80 -> 91 FJ80 -> 82 FJ60 -> 76 FJ40. I currently have a 66 LR SIIA but that is a tale for a different time. I was fairly active on Tacomaworld but figured it was time to head over to the 200 side more specifically the LX (or the dark side as one would call it).
The LX will be used primarily for a DD with occasional trips to the mountain for camping, light trail work, and snowboarding excursions. My Tacoma had a more aggressive set up with icon suspension etc, but decided to keep my LX more moderate (and its not an LC)
I have some preliminary questions for you all as I am on day 3 of ownership and still figuring things out and may have ran into a few issues. Feel free to just say hey, answer a question or two, or just be a voyeur (you lil freak). I’m sure Ill come across additional questions but this is a good intial blast. I really appreciate your time and knowledge!
1) Headlights
a) does it have DRL? if so mine doesn't work, which could be because the previous owner added HIDs? see pictures. Did they?
b) the AFS light blinks, if previous owner added the HIDs, maybe not having enough room to move? Or could be throwing a code?
yep removed those annoying engine covers….
2) Rock Warriors
a) I would like to find a set of RW’s. If anyone has or knows of one, let me know!!
b) I researched this topic, and I agree, less rim more tire, but are 33’s as big as I can go and not effect the AHC in low setting?af
3) Air Conditioned Seat
a) Might sound like a prima donna here, but alas… the Air Conditioned seat doesn’t blow that strong, in my sister in laws infiniti FX50 is like jack frost is blowing on your taint, is there a way to clean it to allow better air flow? Or was it just crappy from the start?
4) LED’s
a) anyone know of a decent LED source? Perhaps a kit? For fogs/headlights/interior/exterior
5) Dechrome
a) has anyone tried to remove the chrome? If so pics?! And how did you do it?
6) Bluetooth audio
a) has anyone successfully upgraded there factory radio to incorporate this?
7) General Upgrades
a) any convenience upgrades you would recommend?
8) New owner maintenance
a) Any issues switching to synthetic oil? Any service I should take care of to ensure it was done? (AHC fluid change, etc) any other recommendations?
Thanks Guys!!! Cheers from North Carolina!
Firstly, Id like to reintroduce myself on this side of the forum, after an extensive search for a LC200, I just purchased an 08 LX with 84K miles. which is wild, because while I was sitting in my FJ's I would see an LX and say to myself "snobby wannabe" and here I am, sitting in the drivers seat of one, with that shiny "L" just mocking me constantly. But it was just too good a deal to pass up and I regrettably admit, its reallllyyy nice… am I a Lexus person after all?!! maybe Ill remove the "570" and retrofit "Cruiser" to make me feel better. "LX Cruiser" powered by Toyota… much better.
I just sold my 13 Tacoma, and before that it went 00 FJ100 -> 95 FJ80 -> 91 FJ80 -> 82 FJ60 -> 76 FJ40. I currently have a 66 LR SIIA but that is a tale for a different time. I was fairly active on Tacomaworld but figured it was time to head over to the 200 side more specifically the LX (or the dark side as one would call it).
The LX will be used primarily for a DD with occasional trips to the mountain for camping, light trail work, and snowboarding excursions. My Tacoma had a more aggressive set up with icon suspension etc, but decided to keep my LX more moderate (and its not an LC)
I have some preliminary questions for you all as I am on day 3 of ownership and still figuring things out and may have ran into a few issues. Feel free to just say hey, answer a question or two, or just be a voyeur (you lil freak). I’m sure Ill come across additional questions but this is a good intial blast. I really appreciate your time and knowledge!
1) Headlights
a) does it have DRL? if so mine doesn't work, which could be because the previous owner added HIDs? see pictures. Did they?
b) the AFS light blinks, if previous owner added the HIDs, maybe not having enough room to move? Or could be throwing a code?
yep removed those annoying engine covers….
2) Rock Warriors
a) I would like to find a set of RW’s. If anyone has or knows of one, let me know!!
b) I researched this topic, and I agree, less rim more tire, but are 33’s as big as I can go and not effect the AHC in low setting?af
3) Air Conditioned Seat
a) Might sound like a prima donna here, but alas… the Air Conditioned seat doesn’t blow that strong, in my sister in laws infiniti FX50 is like jack frost is blowing on your taint, is there a way to clean it to allow better air flow? Or was it just crappy from the start?
4) LED’s
a) anyone know of a decent LED source? Perhaps a kit? For fogs/headlights/interior/exterior
5) Dechrome
a) has anyone tried to remove the chrome? If so pics?! And how did you do it?
6) Bluetooth audio
a) has anyone successfully upgraded there factory radio to incorporate this?
7) General Upgrades
a) any convenience upgrades you would recommend?
8) New owner maintenance
a) Any issues switching to synthetic oil? Any service I should take care of to ensure it was done? (AHC fluid change, etc) any other recommendations?
Thanks Guys!!! Cheers from North Carolina!
