What have you done to your 200 Series this week? (42 Viewers)

[marketShark]

@Bullgump

for the USB outlet, I got one with an On/Off switch and followed the instructions in this 100 series post.

How do you remove the cigarette lighter panel?

I'm halfway through this stereo upgrade and I tried to pull out the cigarette lighter panel under the HVAC area, but only the top half seems to snap out. The bottom half wiggles a bit but it's stuck. Anyone know the trick to getting this whole piece out?

forum.ih8mud.com

for the rear trim removal and wiring, I followed this guys YT video



I went to HomeDepot and bought bulk 6ga and 4ga wire. 4ga from the battery to the power block and 6ga running in the door sills to the rear to that port.

I referenced the wire distance to voltage drop chart, and worked backwards from the amperage I needed to run my fridge.

Part 1: Choosing the Correct Wire Size for a DC Circuit - Blue Sea Systems

Engineering high quality marine electrical components for safety, reliability and performance

www.bluesea.com

 

[Bullgump]

@Bullgump

for the USB outlet, I got one with an On/Off switch and followed the instructions in this 100 series post.

How do you remove the cigarette lighter panel?

I'm halfway through this stereo upgrade and I tried to pull out the cigarette lighter panel under the HVAC area, but only the top half seems to snap out. The bottom half wiggles a bit but it's stuck. Anyone know the trick to getting this whole piece out?

forum.ih8mud.com

for the rear trim removal and wiring, I followed this guys YT video



I went to HomeDepot and bought bulk 6ga and 4ga wire. 4ga from the battery to the power block and 6ga running in the door sills to the rear to that port.

I referenced the wire distance to voltage drop chart, and worked backwards from the amperage I needed to run my fridge.

Part 1: Choosing the Correct Wire Size for a DC Circuit - Blue Sea Systems

Engineering high quality marine electrical components for safety, reliability and performance

www.bluesea.com

Much appreciated.

 

[LX Cruiser]

Just did a tire rotation and oil change (Kirkland 5w30, OEM filter) on the old girl ahead of a long road trip this week. 178k miles.

Rest of the truck is pretty clean. 5 wheel rotation problems:

 

[clrussell]

Just did a tire rotation and oil change (Kirkland 5w30, OEM filter) on the old girl ahead of a long road trip this week. 178k miles.

Rest of the truck is pretty clean. 5 wheel rotation problems:
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I’m loving my Duratrac RT.

 

[prharper]

Interstate from Costco. No need for AGM and system is built for lead acid. Systems are great in these trucks!

Agreed. Replaced the OEM start battery with Odyssey AGM 31 battery. Despite topping off monthly with an external AGM charger, it's less than 60% remaining life after 2 years. I'll eventually replace it with lead acid. Our temp sensing alternators in face lift 200's just can't send enough volts that AGM requires.

 

[M1911]

I removed the two seatback monitors and installed the monitor seatback monitor delete kit from Victory 4x4.

I followed this video for the installation:



The only hitch in the installation is that the blue connectors were really hard to disengage. I found the easiest way to do so was to remove all the nuts, support the monitor face down with my left hand, and then press down on the back of the blue connector with a flat blade screwdriver. Then the connector popped right out. Installing the blanking plate was easy, as shown on the video.

 

[gluaisrothai]

Gave my new front suspension a workout around the side trails of Carrizo Plain. Hot down there but always great views and fun driving. I didn’t meet one other vehicle in 100 miles of dirt. Camped at Selby.

 

[Dayhiker]

I've been slacking on not posting and sharing my updates, so hopefully this will help anyone else in the future.

200/300 Series Armrest Black (Pair)

Comfort Where It Counts. Purpose built for the 200/300 series, this armrest delivers seamless integration with your factory interior. Whether you're navigating tough tracks or cruising open highways, it provides the support you need for long hauls. A polyurethane foam armrests to suit 200/300...

onestonearmrests.com

Well worth the cost and shared that in the under $100 thread.

2011 Lexus LX570 Seat Cover

2011 Lexus LX570 Seat Cover

coverking.com

My 2011 has over 180k miles on it and the seat is not has supportive as new at this point. I decided to try these seat covers in the front and so far, so good for me. I no longer feel like I'm sliding downwards and just enough support for my back.
Replaced the stock 20 inch rims with 17 inch Method 314 | Matte Black - https://www.methodracewheels.com/products/314-matte-black?variant=39290192625725
and Falken Wildpeak AT4W's in 285/75/17's.
AHC Suspension was removed a while back due to a failed pump. Dobinson IMS Dobinsons 1.0 - 2.5" Lift Kit for Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series 2008-2021 - DSSKIT25 - DSSKIT25 - https://dobinsonusa.com/products/dobinsons-1-0-2-5-lift-kit-for-lexus-lx570-2008-2019/
Updated pictures coming......

 

[gasman4u]

I've been slacking on not posting and sharing my updates, so hopefully this will help anyone else in the future.

200/300 Series Armrest Black (Pair)

Comfort Where It Counts. Purpose built for the 200/300 series, this armrest delivers seamless integration with your factory interior. Whether you're navigating tough tracks or cruising open highways, it provides the support you need for long hauls. A polyurethane foam armrests to suit 200/300...

onestonearmrests.com

Well worth the cost and shared that in the under $100 thread.

2011 Lexus LX570 Seat Cover

2011 Lexus LX570 Seat Cover

coverking.com

My 2011 has over 180k miles on it and the seat is not has supportive as new at this point. I decided to try these seat covers in the front and so far, so good for me. I no longer feel like I'm sliding downwards and just enough support for my back.
Replaced the stock 20 inch rims with 17 inch Method 314 | Matte Black - https://www.methodracewheels.com/products/314-matte-black?variant=39290192625725
and Falken Wildpeak AT4W's in 285/75/17's.
AHC Suspension was removed a while back due to a failed pump. Dobinson IMS Dobinsons 1.0 - 2.5" Lift Kit for Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series 2008-2021 - DSSKIT25 - DSSKIT25 - https://dobinsonusa.com/products/dobinsons-1-0-2-5-lift-kit-for-lexus-lx570-2008-2019/
Updated pictures coming......

How do those armrests install?

 

[Dayhiker]

How do those armrests install?

They come with tape already on the bottom of the arm rests that will attach to the door. You just need to peel off the the backing and place the armrest on the door and they are marked Left or Right as well.

 

[das100]

Finally got tired of looking at the rake. Cruiser outfitters in like 2 days from order to door. Legit.

 

[sedole]

Got some new to me 34s on the piggy (295/70/18s)

 

[Spinedoc44]

I have been tossing the idea of a full rear bumper for a while now but, absolutely hate a swing out during the week while daily driving ( I know some don’t mind it and honestly if my wife wasn’t involved it would be fine)

We have another vehicle but always seem to hop into the LX. I love @turbo8 rear bumper solution, however a proper fat 35in tire or a jump to 37s would limit carrying a proper spare underneath when wheeling (even with a skinnier 35 the departure angle is ruined with a spare underneath)

Dissents modular design is nice but still takes more than 5 minutes to pull the swing out off.

I was back in PA to finish up the sale of a business and grabbed a Wilco I had stashed at my parents farm. I lugged it back to CO and modified it the other day to close the gap and make it more user friendly.

I can pull the swing out off with one bolt and a hitch pin in 3 minutes and put it on just as fast. That way I can rock a rear mounted spare with tons of departure angle and a 35in spare and still drive around all week with an easily accessible rear hatch and no swing out.

It’s not perfect but it was free and totally perfect for our current use case.

In H for the likes

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@Killacaviar Did you simply drill a new hole in the hitch mount to move the whole setup closer to the body? Anything else?

 

[Killacaviar]

@Killacaviar Did you simply drill a new hole in the hitch mount to move the whole setup closer to the body? Anything else?

I cut, braced and rewelded the vertical beam as well. Pulling the tire closer.

 

[Spinedoc44]

I cut, braced and rewelded the vertical beam as well. Pulling the tire closer.

Gotcha … so it would really make no since to buy one at retail and re work. Better off to just fab one up from scratch. Appreciate your response.

 

[Cuse Cruiser]

After off roading in MOAB, I bought the @bh3d cupholder! I put some foam on the backside like the stock one had and it fits nice and snug. This is definitely a game changer compared to the stock junk!

 

[residualboulders]

After off roading in MOAB, I bought the @bh3d cupholder! I put some foam on the backside like the stock one had and it fits nice and snug. This is definitely a game changer compared to the stock junk!

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I guess I need to try one of these, lots of folks seem to like them. I don't love the stock cup holder, but it's never really been an issue for me. Maybe it's just the bevies I choose to consume. I don't use Stanley cups or the like - is that where the benefit of this mod lies?

 

[FULL T1ME]

I guess I need to try one of these, lots of folks seem to like them. I don't love the stock cup holder, but it's never really been an issue for me. Maybe it's just the bevies I choose to consume. I don't use Stanley cups or the like - is that where the benefit of this mod lies?

It’s definitely a game changer if you use a Stanley, Yeti, or anything like that. The cut out for cups with handles is very handy as well.

 

[FerrisBueller]

Installed Perry Parts rear bump stops

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After:

 

[Artie]

Got some Apex valves put on this afternoon; really looking forward to not taking 15 minutes to air down

Having spent the last couple weeks airing down like a peasant I’ve decided it’s time to pull the trigger on a set of these. It looks like you have the same wheels as I, the stock bronze HE wheels…

Do I want the standard length and the TPMS adapter kit?

Any regrets on switching to these or should I just shut up and buy?