Haha... Totally Russian Roulette when dealing with plastic parts on this old trucks. After my experience with the passenger front actuator, I may end up buying the complete units when the other doors act up (which means I have a number of extra actuator motors sitting around).Yes, luck was on my side this time . All other times , not so much
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That's a cool touch, nice!
If I ever get Bronze wheels, I was thinking of painting that same section on the trim bronze.
Picked it up after having my tech install a new steering rack, new LCAs, and new sway-bar bushings (all OEM). Didn't notice how sloppy the front end had gotten until I drove it the other day - like new!
Not bad for 230k miles.
Not bad for 230k miles.
Now hit up @LandCruiserPhil for the rear mud flap delete kit he makes and you are all set...for now lol
Personally, I added OEM mud flaps for the front instead. I prefer the look and functionality, but I’m not banging over big rocks either.
Any rubbing? I'm considering these exact wheels and tires
Yes - but the rubbing is at the top on my left side. I am pretty positive it is only because my left side is lower than the right and I just need to crank the torsion bar up. No rubbing at lock or anything though.
@Lutz Auto made me a speedo prototype to test with my 2006 LX that has an odd issue where when the cruise control is on, the throttle ever so slightly accelerates then coasts and repeats rhythmically which on a flat road is fairly noticeable. Just got it installed and am going to test it out this evening. Also detailed it while I was at it.
Got a story to tell and remind me not to be stupid…
Rotated my tires and replaced all my lug nuts. Found two tires with nails, so I pulled the small one, hoping it wouldn’t have a leak… but it did. That meant the other one became the spare, because I was down to one plug in my kit, So I plugged it and it held until we drove to a friend’s house for fishing and a bonfire. I parked next his lake, and started fishing, but when we were done and headed back up to his house, we noticed my tire went flat. So we drove to the closest thing he had to a flat surface (his driveway), and got ready to pull it and plug it again, because he had a kit.we got it off ok, but my parking brake must be out of adjustment because it rolled back off my bottle jack, and the rotor dug in to the dirt a little. Now I felt really stupid, because I had never had that happen to me before.
Well at this point it was quite an ordeal. It took two Toyota bottle jacks (he drives a Tundra), and the scissor jack to get it back together, because we had to reposition them. We found out the hard way, because we used two jacks after it fell, and when they were both closer fully extended (but not there yet), it fell a second time. I forgot to block/chock the rear tires until the second fall.
We finally got it all back together, but I will never jack a vehicle without chocking it again.I should’ve known better, so I paid the stupid tax.
Rotated my tires and replaced all my lug nuts. Found two tires with nails, so I pulled the small one, hoping it wouldn’t have a leak… but it did. That meant the other one became the spare, because I was down to one plug in my kit, So I plugged it and it held until we drove to a friend’s house for fishing and a bonfire. I parked next his lake, and started fishing, but when we were done and headed back up to his house, we noticed my tire went flat. So we drove to the closest thing he had to a flat surface (his driveway), and got ready to pull it and plug it again, because he had a kit.we got it off ok, but my parking brake must be out of adjustment because it rolled back off my bottle jack, and the rotor dug in to the dirt a little. Now I felt really stupid, because I had never had that happen to me before.
Well at this point it was quite an ordeal. It took two Toyota bottle jacks (he drives a Tundra), and the scissor jack to get it back together, because we had to reposition them. We found out the hard way, because we used two jacks after it fell, and when they were both closer fully extended (but not there yet), it fell a second time. I forgot to block/chock the rear tires until the second fall.
We finally got it all back together, but I will never jack a vehicle without chocking it again.I should’ve known better, so I paid the stupid tax.
What an ordeal....bummer. But hey, sometimes we learn more from our mistakes than our successes.
Next time someone tells you they have a lot of experience, don’t take it as a sign of arrogance…
Experience is a name we give to our mistakes of the past. Already been through the learning curve.
And I have made a lot of mistakes.
Does that make me experienced?
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Then what do you call someone who learns from other’s mistakes … wise?
Installed awning and dual battery tray. Now the ABS light came on right after installing tray… any thoughts?
Oil change with Mobil 1 EP oil and filter. Changed out a foggy and cracked light setup. Took a stone to the light bar last summer. Replaced with cheap, but bright 480w Nilights.
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It shouldn't. The ABS light is indicative of an issue with brakes. The master cylinder and booster is on the other side.
I'd recommend pulling codes to what is triggering the ABS light. With any luck it won't be the brake booster motor failing
The wiring below the tray is for the ABS. Remove the tray and make sure it did not get disconnected or that you have any damage to the wiring.
put on the 37's, gave it a wash...looks killer, wife loves it!
2005 Lexus LX470 in Galactic Gray Pearl.
This UZJ100 have been a work in progress for the last 2 years. Vehicle owner envisioned his rig from the moment she was picked up from the Lexus dealership as a one owner rig; Well, she got into the right hands, twice!
Dobinsons Full 2" IMS Suspension kit, Front Bumper, Drawer System & Snorkel
Warn VR EVO 10S Winch
Gobi roof rack and rear ladder
Method 17" MR701 Matte Bronze Wheels
LT285/70R17 KO3's
@sleeoffroad Step Rock Sliders
@Dissent Rear SwingOut Bumper
IronMan Front Spot Lamps
Nitro Gears 4.88's outfitted by @cruiseroutfit
Full Drivetrain, Coolant, Brake, Exhaust, Diffs, etc etc overhaul by @TampaCruisers with our undercarriage rust protection & coating package.
We appreciate all of our parts vendors and suppliers to continue offering the amazing costumer service known in the LC community.
Don't hesitate to contact us for all your Cruiser Needs!
This UZJ100 have been a work in progress for the last 2 years. Vehicle owner envisioned his rig from the moment she was picked up from the Lexus dealership as a one owner rig; Well, she got into the right hands, twice!
Dobinsons Full 2" IMS Suspension kit, Front Bumper, Drawer System & Snorkel
Warn VR EVO 10S Winch
Gobi roof rack and rear ladder
Method 17" MR701 Matte Bronze Wheels
LT285/70R17 KO3's
@sleeoffroad Step Rock Sliders
@Dissent Rear SwingOut Bumper
IronMan Front Spot Lamps
Nitro Gears 4.88's outfitted by @cruiseroutfit
Full Drivetrain, Coolant, Brake, Exhaust, Diffs, etc etc overhaul by @TampaCruisers with our undercarriage rust protection & coating package.
We appreciate all of our parts vendors and suppliers to continue offering the amazing costumer service known in the LC community.
Don't hesitate to contact us for all your Cruiser Needs!
