I love this LC community. Great info from knowledgeable people. I'm not sure I can meaningfully contribute given the depth of knowledge on this site, but thought I would at least share my first 2 mods in the hopes it encourages someone that they can DIY these too.
First, I've always wanted an LC; considered them the best production vehicle made. Full stop. Finally decided to buy one 2 mos ago when an '18 w/15k miles showed up at a local dealer. Aside - I found the original owner's paperwork tucked in the owners manual and the guy took nearly $40k hit for those precious few miles. Apparently it was his wife's ride and she wanted a Sequoia.
After a lot of scouring this site I embarked on my first two light mods. She [still unnamed, but she's a she] is a 'city-kitty' so I won't be building her for crawling. But I plan some light suspension/tire upgrades next when the OE's wear out. Thought I'd share some pix on the first two mods:
Dashcam:
Parts:
Rexing V1P - Amazon product ASIN B01EX8ATKKNuNet Dashcam Kit - Amazon product ASIN B072J3L2JN
Super easy mod. No drilling needed. For a clean install just tuck the cords across the headliner/windshield gap over to the A-pillar then down the weatherstripping to the gap between the dash and floor panel plastics. Then it's a straight shot to the interior fuse box #2, where I tapped into #15 (steering wheel heater - Fuse Box Diagram > Toyota Land Cruiser 200/J200/V8 2008-2018) because it's switched. Same concept to get the rear camera to the back liftgate glass - just follow the weather stripping and tuck the wire into the gaps with a gentle push. If you have a thin rubber tipped tool (I used a bike tire tool) it makes the tucking process easier. I wouldn't use a screwdriver unless you wrap the tip to avoid damaging the cord or worse yet interior. Total install time ~1hr.
Pix of the routing:
Trailer Brake Controller:
Parts:
Tekonsha P3 - Amazon.com: Tekonsha 90195 P3 Electronic Brake Control: Automotive
Tekonsha 3040-P Harness: Amazon.com: Tekonsha 3040-P Trailer Brake Control Wiring Harness-2 Plugs, Toyota: Automotive
Needed this to tow our Jayco 264BHW (aka "Campy"). Super easy mod. This is the post I used to guide my install: Trailer Brake Controller Connector
The only couple of things I'd offer:
(1) you'll think you are about to break the plastics as you remove the airbag shroud/surround and the panel with the switches. There was a little pucker factor, but like others commented... just pull firmly and they'll pop out easily. Once you're behind the switch panel you're done in about :15 minutes.
(2) there is a super convenient ground point w/a 10mm bolt right next to where my factory connector was.
(3) if you''re going to mount the TBC under the dash like I did, connect your TBC mount while the panel is off. I tried to contort myself while attaching the bracket for about 5 minutes before realizing it's easier to attach the bracket then put the panel back on. Doh.
Total install time :30mins (after about 4 hours of thread searching)
First, I've always wanted an LC; considered them the best production vehicle made. Full stop. Finally decided to buy one 2 mos ago when an '18 w/15k miles showed up at a local dealer. Aside - I found the original owner's paperwork tucked in the owners manual and the guy took nearly $40k hit for those precious few miles. Apparently it was his wife's ride and she wanted a Sequoia.
After a lot of scouring this site I embarked on my first two light mods. She [still unnamed, but she's a she] is a 'city-kitty' so I won't be building her for crawling. But I plan some light suspension/tire upgrades next when the OE's wear out. Thought I'd share some pix on the first two mods:
Dashcam:
Parts:
Rexing V1P - Amazon product ASIN B01EX8ATKKNuNet Dashcam Kit - Amazon product ASIN B072J3L2JN
Super easy mod. No drilling needed. For a clean install just tuck the cords across the headliner/windshield gap over to the A-pillar then down the weatherstripping to the gap between the dash and floor panel plastics. Then it's a straight shot to the interior fuse box #2, where I tapped into #15 (steering wheel heater - Fuse Box Diagram > Toyota Land Cruiser 200/J200/V8 2008-2018) because it's switched. Same concept to get the rear camera to the back liftgate glass - just follow the weather stripping and tuck the wire into the gaps with a gentle push. If you have a thin rubber tipped tool (I used a bike tire tool) it makes the tucking process easier. I wouldn't use a screwdriver unless you wrap the tip to avoid damaging the cord or worse yet interior. Total install time ~1hr.
Pix of the routing:
Trailer Brake Controller:
Parts:
Tekonsha P3 - Amazon.com: Tekonsha 90195 P3 Electronic Brake Control: Automotive
Tekonsha 3040-P Harness: Amazon.com: Tekonsha 3040-P Trailer Brake Control Wiring Harness-2 Plugs, Toyota: Automotive
Needed this to tow our Jayco 264BHW (aka "Campy"). Super easy mod. This is the post I used to guide my install: Trailer Brake Controller Connector
The only couple of things I'd offer:
(1) you'll think you are about to break the plastics as you remove the airbag shroud/surround and the panel with the switches. There was a little pucker factor, but like others commented... just pull firmly and they'll pop out easily. Once you're behind the switch panel you're done in about :15 minutes.
(2) there is a super convenient ground point w/a 10mm bolt right next to where my factory connector was.
(3) if you''re going to mount the TBC under the dash like I did, connect your TBC mount while the panel is off. I tried to contort myself while attaching the bracket for about 5 minutes before realizing it's easier to attach the bracket then put the panel back on. Doh.
Total install time :30mins (after about 4 hours of thread searching)
