What have you done to your 200 Series this week? (23 Viewers)

[SOAZtim]

You can't just slip in that photo without telling us more about the bumper tube sliders!

Yah, that's fair!

So... We caved in the left rear pretty well out wheeling. That darn departure angle. So, I did that to a 3rd gen 4runner I had back 20 years ago as well. I built some front rear and side sliders and they worked well to keep the weight down and give some protection and improved angles.

We're only half done so I haven't posted detailed photos to our build thread. It needs more support and some gusseting, but it was time to head back to work.
Next time we get a chance we'll build some sliders as well.

 

[TeCKis300]

Yah, that's fair!

So... We caved in the left rear pretty well out wheeling. That darn departure angle. So, I did that to a 3rd gen 4runner I had back 20 years ago as well. I built some front rear and side sliders and they worked well to keep the weight down and give some protection and improved angles.

We're only half done so I haven't posted detailed photos to our build thread. It needs more support and some gusseting, but it was time to head back to work.
Next time we get a chance we'll build some sliders as well.

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That big rear end sure likes to touch down and is so often the limiting geometry of the platform. Really liking the fresh execution and thoughts you're bringing to the forum. Nicely done!!

 

[Leelanau]

Chrome delete and swapped the Toyota emblems for @bhicks Teq emblems. Some orange peeling/scaling on the grille after the clear coat, but the body shop is going to wet sand that out in a few weeks and then re-clear coat.

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Looks great!

Btw, nice win today against Duke!

 

[04UZJ100]

Chrome delete and swapped the Toyota emblems for @bhicks Teq emblems. Some orange peeling/scaling on the grille after the clear coat, but the body shop is going to wet sand that out in a few weeks and then re-clear coat.

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What front bumper is that? Any pics from the install?

 

[NTV]

Had my Auxito LED license plate light bulbs go out and start flickering after 4 years, so decided to switch it to entirely new housings with integrated LED's by Gempro:
Amazon product
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For a higher quality option, I'd go for the ~$40 STEDI ones (look similar, but with different markings and power ratings), but got the Amazon ones since I didn't like the look of a flickering bulb until these could come in:

LED License plate light to Suit Toyota Landcruiser Models (B)

With a 12v 3w Voltage and E-Mark approval. The LED License Plate Light to suit Toyota Landcruiser models comes with CANBUS module to guarantee error-free operation.

www.stedi.com.au

Can these be purchased in the US?

 

[Johnny396BB]

Replaced coolant and thermostat….all looked brand new…but gives piece of mind before hot season…

 

[Tex68w]

A few weeks back I changed the engine oil and the engine and cabin air filters myself, Discount Tire rotated and balanced the tires, and LC's of Houston changed the fluid in both diffs and in the t-case and lubed my drive shafts and UCA's. I added @turbo8 E-E Off-Road RLCA skids and I hope to have the Metal Tech sliders installed this week. She's good for a bit now, brakes likely to come next.

 

[Roc14]

Replaced front rotors and pads. Brake fluid flush. Replaced 4 accumlators and went through 4 liters of AHC fluid. Do yourself a favor and make sure you have the correct hose size to bleed the accumlators. I got lazy and didn't want to go pick up the tubing and decided to use a larger one in the garage. Made a freaking mess otherwise it wouldn't have been so bad of a job. They came off and went in with ease 2011 with 190k miles. Next up spark plugs.

 

[timjax]

Can these be purchased in the US?

Yes

 

[Johnny396BB]

Put a straight 90 oil in rear axle today….temp at 35-40c now. Should do good

 

[dubyahard]

Took a buddy snow wheelin for the first time near Sisters, OR this weekend. I was surprise the conditions were as good as they were for playing in the snow. We got lots of practice shoveling and using the kinetic snatch strap and maxtrax. The dog had a blast too. He's older so he has to take breaks sometimes.

On the way back we stopped to help a 90 y/o Korea vet in a Class C who got stuck. He was heavy so we did a tandem pull since we didn't have a winch.

One really random occurrence: while we'd be driving in the snow for a bit, using 4-Lo and higher RPMs, I started to smell something that I thought was tire rubber. Then I saw smoke coming from under the hood. When I opened it, I saw it was coming from the firewall, on the passenger side of the block, just inboard from the inlet/outlet heater hoses. It was glowing hot and the insulation was smoking a bit. It was close enough to the heater hoses so I thought that may have something to do with it so I let it cool off then ran with no heat and no rear heat the rest of the trip with no issues. I just had the hose assemblies replaced and coolant flushed in November last year. My OBD scanner showed no issues and normal temps. Is there a computer or wiring or something that has a propensity to get too hot around that area? Have the coolant pipes been known to do that?
I was thinking of making a new thread but thought I'd ask here and SQOD first.

 

[PhuckItImDone]

Went to the Method 314 and Yokohama Geolander M/T.

 

[tbisaacs]

Went to the Method 314 and Yokohama Geolander M/T.

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Damn son.

 

[DetailEnvy]

I will be at Ed Martin Toyota this Thursday and Friday dry ice cleaning a Land Cruiser undercarriage if anyone wants to stop by with any questions or setup an appointment.

 

[JohnPW]

What is “dry ice cleaning “?

 

[AnyMal]

Went to the Method 314 and Yokohama Geolander M/T.

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Love me those heavy SOB Yokos...

What also caught my eye is that extremely peculiar arrangement of the balance production stamps.
Never seen the light and heavy spot that close together.

 

[DetailEnvy]

What is “dry ice cleaning “?

It is an efficient way of cleaning the undercarriage by using dry ice pellets without getting anything wet or using chemicals. I then apply a rust neutralizer and rust barrier paint to protect everything underneath the vehicle.

 

[NoClue]

I finally have time to experiment with a tundra front end / body lift / 37s. The 37x12.5x17 maxxis razr is absolutely massive compared to my 35x12.5x17 toyo MT, but a hair narrower. I decided to stick to an E-load tire for it's sidewall resilience. For reference, I attached a picture of a 315/70/17 mickey thompson vs a 35x12.5x17 toyo MT. If you're looking to jump to 35s, theres a significant price difference between a 315/70/17 vs a 35x12.5x17 with minimal difference in height!

 

[04UZJ100]

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I finally have time to experiment with a tundra front end / body lift / 37s. The 37x12.5x17 maxxis razr is absolutely massive compared to my 35x12.5x17 toyo MT, but a hair narrower. I decided to stick to an E-load tire for it's sidewall resilience. For reference, I attached a picture of a 315/70/17 mickey thompson vs a 35x12.5x17 toyo MT. If you're looking to jump to 35s, theres a significant price difference between a 315/70/17 vs a 35x12.5x17 with minimal difference in height!

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You selling your old components?

 

[NoClue]

You selling your old components?

No, I will keep them if this doesnt work out and I'll use them for portals