Build Tilda Bogue Service Station - The Royal Kush - Mica Green Saudi FZJ100
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Meshal
SILVER Star
Alright!!! The American side started!!
First I want to thank @Justin Johnson for hiring me to this project and being able to have this project as an open discuss. I also want to thank the project manager @wngrog for keeping me busy!!
I loved this GXR with its specs especially having a barn door and lockers. However the only element that was missing is the oem winch. I am glad @Justin Johnson allowed me to fit one.
I enjoyed every bit of this project.
Meshal
First I want to thank @Justin Johnson for hiring me to this project and being able to have this project as an open discuss. I also want to thank the project manager @wngrog for keeping me busy!!
I loved this GXR with its specs especially having a barn door and lockers. However the only element that was missing is the oem winch. I am glad @Justin Johnson allowed me to fit one.
I enjoyed every bit of this project.
Meshal
Good taste in suspensions showing through.
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I put it on the trailer to take it to the stereo shop and had a pretty noticeable 1" lean so I swapped sides with the springs and it's about 1/4" now which I can live with
Added some Odd Iron LEDs
Sliders done
Engine looks
Great. Fluids all good. Added new wipers and wiper fluid
Meshal left me enough to drive to town and have .7 gallons left
the wheels are staying, right?
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Yep. They are not standard for a GXR but we both prefer them over the 16" alloys that it came with
I know it's kinda nerdy but the things that stand out to me the most (Other than the 1FZ-FE) are the normal brake booster/master cylinder and the stick shift. It really seems like the most analog a 100 can get. Beautiful. Also a big fan of the steelies (But I'm biased there)
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1000000%
The plenum is way smaller with no egr so these don't get so hot and eat head gasket. No PHH.
This truck is incredible. Bring it up to Petit Jean Mountain showground on Saturday, May 23rd to the Toyota Truck Show and Contest. We need plenty of 100 series representation.I put it on the trailer to take it to the stereo shop and had a pretty noticeable 1" lean so I swapped sides with the springs and it's about 1/4" now which I can live with
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Added some Odd Iron LEDs
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Sliders done
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Engine looks
Great. Fluids all good. Added new wipers and wiper fluid
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Meshal left me enough to drive to town and have .7 gallons left
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The non-ABS, non-AHC plumbing/master cylinder, stick shift, etc. all were big selling points for me buying a Saudi 100 - regardless of trim level. I almost wish I got the GX vs. VXR but I wanted a V8 with man trans and my wife wanted hatch/tailgate rear door. Still running stock alloys but....time will tell. Also have a 1FZ-FE waiting for me in Canton - definitely looking forward to more power and no EGR. The big 6 lasts a lot longer in Saudi than US version of the 1FZ.
And lasting longer is 'green' too!
we need to get a lobby together......
we need to get a lobby together......
@Meshal, I really appreciate the time, effort, and care you put into this project from start to finish. It’s not every day you come across an opportunity like this, and I don’t take it lightly. Getting to work with you and @wngrog has been one of those rare situations where everything just feels right—built on trust, open communication, and a shared passion for doing things the right way.
What stood out most to me throughout this process is that working with you never felt transactional. It felt like working alongside a lifelong friend—someone who genuinely wants to see you succeed and end up with something you’re proud of, not just someone trying to sell you a truck. That kind of mindset is hard to find, and it’s the reason this whole experience has been so enjoyable and stress-free.
You brought this GXR to life in a way that exceeded expectations. Every detail, including making the OEM winch happen, shows the pride you take in your work. I’m grateful for your dedication and for the way you approach what you do.
I look forward to building another one with you guys someday!
What stood out most to me throughout this process is that working with you never felt transactional. It felt like working alongside a lifelong friend—someone who genuinely wants to see you succeed and end up with something you’re proud of, not just someone trying to sell you a truck. That kind of mindset is hard to find, and it’s the reason this whole experience has been so enjoyable and stress-free.
You brought this GXR to life in a way that exceeded expectations. Every detail, including making the OEM winch happen, shows the pride you take in your work. I’m grateful for your dedication and for the way you approach what you do.
I look forward to building another one with you guys someday!
For anyone contemplating one of these, my experience with @Meshal has been the same. I couldn't have said it better. Now on my second truck.
Watching this thread makes me wonder if my 80 was the right answer. I really love this 100.
Watching this thread makes me wonder if my 80 was the right answer. I really love this 100.
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Nah you just like selling s***.
I went back and forth between Saudi versions of 80 and 100 as a daily driver and while I love 'dem 80s, the 100 VXR was the right path for me.
Hah. Some truth there. I like acquring and having s*** built. The selling just sort of happens when it's time for the next one.
If you know anyone willing to pay what I have in my 80 send em. I will likely get a long partnership with my 80 before that happens...
With all that’s going on in the Gulf, market prices for clean on the ground rigs are likely to trend upward. At least for Saudi rigs like ours. Just my 2 cents…
@wngrog …. “Added some Odd Iron LEDs”
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Thanks for your business.
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Thanks for your business.