What Did You Do with Your 80 This Weekend? (53 Viewers)
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@LockedCollector 4k is a lot of weight. Your popup looks a little smaller than ours so I assumed it weighed less but looks can be deceiving. Our popup has shower, bathroom, etc. and 2 king beds (what coleman called a king anyway) so is on the heavier side. No slide-out helps the weight a bit and we try to not overpack or haul too much water. We are running 265/75/16s which I'm sure help w power and the 80 has rear air bags that help with balance when really loaded down. Our tekonsha brake controller also works well and the trailer brakes make a big difference on that side.
I can see how 4k and 295s would tip the balance in the wrong direction.
I love the old yak box too, perfect match for the 80 I think and a real asset when we are loaded up. Out West last year I tested moving the box to the camper roof and keeping the 80 roof clear and it made a huge difference with our ability to maintain interstate speeds. We won't run anything on the 80 roof while towing moving forward unless we are on a really short/local trip.
I can see how 4k and 295s would tip the balance in the wrong direction.
I love the old yak box too, perfect match for the 80 I think and a real asset when we are loaded up. Out West last year I tested moving the box to the camper roof and keeping the 80 roof clear and it made a huge difference with our ability to maintain interstate speeds. We won't run anything on the 80 roof while towing moving forward unless we are on a really short/local trip.
Took the LX to zero in a new red dot on a pistol.
Purchased another carry gun on the way back home.
Purchased another carry gun on the way back home.
Had a major oil leak due to a punctured oil feed line for my vacuum pump.
Poured some uv dye in the motor oil and found the leak right away
Got a good line for the local wreckyard and was able to finaggle it in place, by only unscrewing the power steering pump inlet.
Poured some uv dye in the motor oil and found the leak right away
Got a good line for the local wreckyard and was able to finaggle it in place, by only unscrewing the power steering pump inlet.
New seat heater switches fit like a glove….
and finished up the front seats… (they’re katzkins…before anyone asks)
I thought they turned out pretty good considering it was my first time attempting this type of work.
Next step is to tackle the new carpet…
and finished up the front seats… (they’re katzkins…before anyone asks)
I thought they turned out pretty good considering it was my first time attempting this type of work.
Next step is to tackle the new carpet…
Sliders look great. On my list for the 80 (already have the white knuckles on the 40). Undecided on whether I am going to leave the front mud flaps, so in vapor lock for now.
Yeah both look really good. The fit on those seat covers is on point! What slider angle did you go with?
96LandcruiserPJ
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Installed the recovery points - 20 minutes as advertised
... and failed (attempt number three) to fit a dual usb into the existing spot.
... and failed (attempt number three) to fit a dual usb into the existing spot.
Little night ride in the rain in some north GA clay. Slicker than snot on a windshield. #winchapalooza
FMC80
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Looks like a cruiser centipede. For those who know, you know.
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This is what I used. No regerts
LCP - Rear Heater Delete Hose
Molded Rear Heater Delete Hose The upgraded installation with a perfectly molded hose.
This one works well for me. I put a zip tie around it on the inside to keep it from pulling out.
USB Dual Charging Port 4.8
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I just did the rear heater hose delete. Worked like a champ but it is a bitch getting to the back of the firewall to get the old one off. FYI.....This is what I used. No regerts
LCP - Rear Heater Delete Hose
Molded Rear Heater Delete Hose The upgraded installation with a perfectly molded hose.sites.google.com
COYS
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Got the sheep skins on. My Korean Air buddy recommended them. He does regular ICN-LAX hauls in the A380s. A sheep skin covered seat is a critical part of how he stays comfortable in the office.
They regulate body temp really well. I get up around 5AM most days and the skins give me a bit of warmth and coziness in the cooler mornings. Afternoons heat up quite a bit here in LA and I'm pleasantly surprised how well it stays cool where my cow leather seats struggle.
I never thought I'd rock sheep skins, but it matches well with the vintagey 80. I highly recommend ussheepskins.com.
They regulate body temp really well. I get up around 5AM most days and the skins give me a bit of warmth and coziness in the cooler mornings. Afternoons heat up quite a bit here in LA and I'm pleasantly surprised how well it stays cool where my cow leather seats struggle.
I never thought I'd rock sheep skins, but it matches well with the vintagey 80. I highly recommend ussheepskins.com.
They look great. I've yet to hear a negative review of them.
I didn't do anything other than look at it and wish it had a bumper on it.
