My wife was not happy when I showed up with it. She says it's like I'm collecting stray dogs. She's talking about land cruisers of course.
My current 97 LX is up on Bringatrailer finally As of today! 1997 Lexus LX450 - Https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1997-lexus-lx450-47/
I picked up my next toy yesterday from an owner in Kyle, TX. I overpaid for it given the condition. But I think it has good bones. There's lots of maintenance that has been put off by previous owners that needs attention, and it needs some major cosmetic love. The photos look way better that it really is in person.
Some things that I know need attention so far are:
- front axle and birfields
- valve cover gasket
- radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant hoses, heater control valve, and related hoses and clamps, etc
- oil pump gasket/oring
- I think front main seal needs replacing.
- needs all three belts replaced
- interior needs a LOT of love
- dash is cracked, not sure if I want to mess with that or not. Thinking about it
- and I'm sure I'll find more as I get into it
The good:
- triple locked, and it all works flawlessly
- OME J lift with caster correction, and dampener. and it actually drives well
- new tires and an extra set of OEM wheels
- new ARB front bumper and a badlands winch and lights that's installed but not wired up
- rear tire carrier, not sure if I like it. May sell that setup
- no rust and has only had 3 owners
As per my usual routine, I'll be documenting the build in detail along with lots of videos. I'll start with a full video of the current state of affairs in the next few days. Wish me luck!!
My current 97 LX is up on Bringatrailer finally As of today! 1997 Lexus LX450 - Https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1997-lexus-lx450-47/
I picked up my next toy yesterday from an owner in Kyle, TX. I overpaid for it given the condition. But I think it has good bones. There's lots of maintenance that has been put off by previous owners that needs attention, and it needs some major cosmetic love. The photos look way better that it really is in person.
Some things that I know need attention so far are:
- front axle and birfields
- valve cover gasket
- radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant hoses, heater control valve, and related hoses and clamps, etc
- oil pump gasket/oring
- I think front main seal needs replacing.
- needs all three belts replaced
- interior needs a LOT of love
- dash is cracked, not sure if I want to mess with that or not. Thinking about it
- and I'm sure I'll find more as I get into it
The good:
- triple locked, and it all works flawlessly
- OME J lift with caster correction, and dampener. and it actually drives well
- new tires and an extra set of OEM wheels
- new ARB front bumper and a badlands winch and lights that's installed but not wired up
- rear tire carrier, not sure if I like it. May sell that setup
- no rust and has only had 3 owners
As per my usual routine, I'll be documenting the build in detail along with lots of videos. I'll start with a full video of the current state of affairs in the next few days. Wish me luck!!
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