White LC200 OEM+ Build Documentation (1 Viewer)

[amitbh234]

Oil change to 5W-30, and planning brake system upgrade.

Recently replaced the engine oil and filter and switched to 5W-30 valvoline full synthetic restore and protect. The engine doesn’t seem to have a lot of varnish or buildup, looked pretty darn new inside when we did the valve cover gasket and spark plug seals but running this oil for the next 2-3k miles since a little bit of cleaning can’t hurt add saw good reviews online. Planning to do an oil analysis to see if I should stay with the 5W-30 weight.

Really like how the truck’s driving but want to upgrade the brake system a little to improve pedal feel and get a stronger bite. Next job will include brake upgrade, greasing the driveshaft.

Currently sourcing the parts but chose to go with the following:

Hawk LTS Brake pads front and rear. Was considering TRD pads but those are out of stock everywhere and then Stoptech 309s but going with the Hawks based on all the glowing review from much more experienced folks on this thread. Also not sure if others have noticed but the Toyota OEM pads didn’t come with any shims. When I went down to look I don’t see any shims behind the backing plates of my pads. Will make sure I have the shims and replace the hardware in this next brake upgrade.

Going with Stop-tech stainless steel lines. Was gonna go with the SDHQ lines but got a deal on a stop techs and they have good reviews on the forum.

 

[ryanCA]

curious how the brake turns out for you. many do the 16+ brakes on their old ride

your name reminds me of amitabh bachan. we grew up wacthing him

 

[amitbh234]

I am going the easier and less expensive route first before spending more money on the brake system. Plus the 16+ doesn’t seem to be just a direct replacement, I was also thinking of the brake bias changing and how that would affect the system.

For now, I’m going off of the good experience of other muddies in this forum like @Boston Mangler @Oregon LC and @KLF on the Hawk LTS pads on the countless threads I read in this topic. I’m going with the OEM rotors because they have less than 3k miles in them.

I actually decided to switch it up and go with slee brake lines instead of stoptechs. I’ve sort of lost faith in Stoptech after receiving some counterfeit and damaged pads. The slees were slightly more expensive but they seem so be well regarded in the forum and also slightly longer than stock so future proofing for the day I put on a mild lift - leaning towards the Bilstein 6112/5160 combo right now and waiting for a sale.

Detailed the car this past weekend after some off road adventuring up the Oregon coast and some OHV trails. The rig is mechanically and cosmetically dialed in. I’ll probably wait to eat through the tires that are there before doing a mild lift and switching out tires and wheels.

 

[Boston Mangler]

I am going the easier and less expensive route first before spending more money on the brake system. Plus the 16+ doesn’t seem to be just a direct replacement, I was also thinking of the brake bias changing and how that would affect the system.

For now, I’m going off of the good experience of other muddies in this forum like @Boston Mangler @Oregon LC and @KLF on the Hawk LTS pads on the countless threads I read in this topic. I’m going with the OEM rotors because they have less than 3k miles in them.

I actually decided to switch it up and go with slee brake lines instead of stoptechs. I’ve sort of lost faith in Stoptech after receiving some counterfeit and damaged pads. The slees were slightly more expensive but they seem so be well regarded in the forum and also slightly longer than stock so future proofing for the day I put on a mild lift - leaning towards the Bilstein 6112/5160 combo right now and waiting for a sale.

Detailed the car this past weekend after some off road adventuring up the Oregon coast and some OHV trails. The rig is mechanically and cosmetically dialed in. I’ll probably wait to eat through the tires that are there before doing a mild lift and switching out tires and wheels.

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Looking sharp! Love it!

#white200smatter

 

[amitbh234]

The installation of the sleek stainless steel brake lines and Hawk LTS brake pads complete. Lubed the drivetrain as well.

Brakes feel much firmer and bites a lot earlier. I’d say ~30% firmer. So far haven’t noticed any noise.

Finally took care of my only pet peeve with the car.

p.s the wife and I are expecting our first child

 

[ryanCA]

The installation of the sleek stainless steel brake lines and Hawk LTS brake pads complete. Lubed the drivetrain as well.

Brakes feel much firmer and bites a lot earlier. I’d say ~30% firmer. So far haven’t noticed any noise.

Finally took care of my only pet peeve with the car.

p.s the wife and I are expecting our first child

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congrats on the new baby

250 =

 

[amitbh234]

congrats on the new baby

250 =

Haha I searched and searched for a 200 baby RC car. Couldn’t find one.

Not a big fan of the new Landcruiser either. The new GX550 though I really like.

 

[ryanCA]

Haha I searched and searched for a 200 baby RC car. Couldn’t find one.

Not a big fan of the new Landcruiser either. The new GX550 though I really like.

Give your kid the 200 you have and buy a 16+ for you.

No need for a RC car.. for a real baby.. and don't sully their mind with a 250.. you have to teach them young


My kid almost got in a fist fight with a kid who said their GX460 is a LC in another country. My kid told them its a Prado and put them in their place.

My motto as a desi.. if a real LC is good for the Taliban and UN - good enough for me