What have you done to your 100 Series this week? (63 Viewers)

[MongooseGA]

What adhesive did you use to glue it to the lever?

For now it's some "power grab" stuff I had in my caulk gun already. However, I know that stuff to be kind of crappy. I specifically passed over some really good super glues and epoxies in my tool box because I'd rather this have the ability to come off without a ton of effort in the future.


After working the door , I got a little more carried away with the wet sanding and the deep scratch removal. Here's another one I cleaned up. About 95% gone, I'll get it about 99% of the way when I finish my big detail. I did another on the front fender. Some of these scratches ended up into the primer, so I'm sitting on a Dr Colorchip system to do all of that at once.

Gotta keep in mind, it's a trail truck. These scratches were put there by nature, while I was in the process of conquering the crap out of it.

 

[ClassyJalopy]

@hoser picked it up from the shop ... just before 2020 got here

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What fog lights are those fog lights?

 

[bozncsurf]

What fog lights are those fog lights?

ARB 4" Bumper Fog Light LED Upgrade

This is definitely the beta version of this project, but so far I am really happy with the results. The reviews of the ARB fog lights are pretty "meh", and fitting in another brand of light isn't exactly straight forward. I got these lights off amazon (LINK HERE) for around $55. They are...

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But you should check these out as well

ARB Fog Light Bulb Upgrade

I am updating all my exterior lights (headlights, signals, parking, brake, etc) to LED. I was hoping I could update the halogen ARB / IPF bulbs in the fog lights for the Sahara & Deluxe bumpers. I see the replacement bulbs are part #6820121B but it does Not say bulb size. I did see that...

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[saucebox]

What fog lights are those fog lights?

Another option—direct fit, and they work great (and the wiring harness is pretty straightforward).

LED Fog with DRL Upgrade for ARB Deluxe Bullbar. About $140 after conversion from AUD.

 

[Colinz]

Instead of retrofitting a factory fridge into the center console (and spending actual beer tokens), I snaffled some excess self adhesive thermal insulation from work to line it with instead. Should keep gas station drinks cool for longer, especially if I throw a chilly pad in.

 

[87warrior]

Finished the starter install and didn't even get a check engine light when I was done!

*pro tip* read the FSM before setting the manifold back on. Per the FSM, these gaskets should have the white painted marks facing up I did correct the problem even though I did't want to remove the intake again.

 

[Maxthrust27]

Finished the starter install and didn't even get a check engine light when I was done!

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*pro tip* read the FSM before setting the manifold back on. Per the FSM, these gaskets should have the white painted marks facing up I did correct the problem even though I did't want to remove the intake again.
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How long did it take you?

 

[87warrior]

How long did it take you?

5.5 total hours at a leisurely pace. Would have only been 4.5 hours if I hadn't goofed on the intake manifold gaskets and didn't have to repair missing insulation on the solenoid wire (previous starter replacement mechanic's doing). I could probably do it in 3 hours next time.

Tools I used are below. I would now be comfortable tackling this job in a parking lot (as if I was on a trip).

 

[ClassyJalopy]

Finished the starter install and didn't even get a check engine light when I was done!

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*pro tip* read the FSM before setting the manifold back on. Per the FSM, these gaskets should have the white painted marks facing up I did correct the problem even though I did't want to remove the intake again.
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I wonder if the random repair shop that did my starter installed the intake gaskets wrong. I do have a P0171 DTC that I can't figure out.

 

[phatdragon]

New trail cam mount. I originally used a plastic Man in Black plate (WLKTHLNE) but it would flex too much in heavy wind or with road vibration so found this metal plate and it works much better.

 

[87warrior]

I wonder if the random repair shop that did my starter installed the intake gaskets wrong. I do have a P0171 DTC that I can't figure out.

The one piece non-Toyota gaskets that were on mine were nothing like the 3 piece Toyota gaskets I installed. Anything is possible when trying to figure out a ham-fisted mechanics work.

 

[hotdiggitydamn]

took the family down to Savannah (8hour Drive)

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when I went to level the truck I pressed the brake pedal and it went straight to the floor. Left sid is the line that busted. Right side is my trail fix. Luckily the dealer has both right and left I can swap in.
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Where outside Savanna is that? It’s Purdy!

 

[jahawk]

I also tried my luck at a little PDR and some testing of my new MF cutting pads and 3D One polish.

The dents were pretty bad, pretty deep. I'd been told by 3-4 PDR pros that it was just too much for them to try out, so I figured I'd give it a shot for the $60 the tool kit cost me. I was just looking for 'better', definitely didn't expect 'perfect'.

Beginning. Notice the big deep scratches in the dents where the door rubbed a tree root about 5' off the ground:

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So I tried a little bit of everything the kit came with. I had a slide hammer, a little gun looking thing, and a metal 3-footed whatchamacall it. I've never done any kind of dent removal before, so this was completely new. If anyone here is an expert and has any tips, I'm all ears. For now, I'd say it was worth the $60 I paid and the ~30 minutes spent.

I also wet sanded the scratches and buffed. the MF pads on my PC weren't cutting it (pun intended) so I switched to my old Makita with a foam cutting pad and that made short work. Followed up with the MF pad on the PC, 3D One polish, and it came out really well. This is all just preliminary work before a full weekend worth of buffing and paint correcting. At least now I have an idea of how the paint reacts to various tools and products.

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What PDR kit did you use, and where did you get it? I think I'm going to give this a shot.

 

[MongooseGA]

What PDR kit did you use, and where did you get it? I think I'm going to give this a shot.

Here

 

[slowpok3]

Pulled off the rear bumper cover to see what it looked like under that shiny plastic. FML.

Time for some welding lessons.

 

[divejoe]

Looking to replace the head unit on my 2001 LC w/ the integrated climate controls. The head unit has basically all the controls for radio, A/C, Navigation, etc. What's a good replacement that won't break the bank? Have zero skills installing this type of equipment so I will have to get an "expert" to install it.
As always, thank you so much for your help!!

 

[1gr8FoSemty]

Look up the Pre-2003 Nav Delete thread in the 100 series FAQ section, I believe. It has some great feedback.
You will need to find a AC manual control bezel or maybe a LX digital control bezel without nav and the wiring pigtails. Make sure to look on your current dash for the "Rear Heat" button or the "Rear Hi/Lo" button and get the bezel controller that has that matching button. You may find a shop that will do the entire job. It's a big job, but you can replace it with a double din.

 

[Usterzai]

Pulled off the rear bumper cover to see what it looked like under that shiny plastic. FML.

Time for some welding lessons.
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I just paid someone 370$ to fix this on mine, I tried to fix it my self but I failed miserably.

 

[TnTnola]

I had this BIOR tire carrier installed earlier this year but never posted a single picture. Big shout out to Mike at Bump it Off-Road for customizing this one. I think he’s the only fabricator that can customize a bumper to your liking for the 100 series. Center tire carrier with jerry can mount. He also added tabs on the back side of the spare tire mount for a front runner fold down table.

 

[TnTnola]