Tacoma out, LX450 in

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 06:01 PM

Well the Tacoma is gone and the new project begins!

The SOLD Tacoma...it will be missed.

The completely stock Lexus LX450...for now

The oh so important switch

Slightly more comfort and luxury than the Tacoma

...and a little more room too.

Soon it will have a 4" lift, 34/35" tires, Sliders, Skids, New front bumper, Rear bumper with tire carrier and the li$t goes on...

travisfab · 09-30-2007, 06:22 PM

Nice, that will be a clean ride.

badmoonrising · 09-30-2007, 06:25 PM

mmm factory front and rear lockers...

MysticGold04 · 09-30-2007, 08:48 PM

Nice... can't wait to see that thing go from mall crawler to capable wheeler. Front and Rear factory lockers are nice!

Just curious on how come you traded the Taco for the Lexus though?

Animal · 09-30-2007, 09:15 PM

Now that's wheeln' in sytle!

and....

Thas one expensive Toyota!

bunchr1 · 09-30-2007, 09:19 PM

i'm so jealous. I've wanted an LX450 on 37's ever since I've had my FZJ80! Yeah, my dream LX450 included Slee's 6" kit, sliders, bumpers, ect., 4.88's and the ARB snorkel (and a whole lot more...lol). I figured it up, and not counting the price of the vehicle, I had another $10,000 in parts/labor I'd wanted to invest to make it "mine". That's why I didn't pursue the LX450. I'd go broke....lol

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 09:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by travisfab

Nice, that will be a clean ride.

Well...at first. The inside may remain clean but I thing the body panels may come in contact with some trees and granite. It is 4-5 inches wider than the Taco.

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MysticGold04

Nice... can't wait to see that thing go from mall crawler to capable wheeler. Front and Rear factory lockers are nice!

Just curious on how come you traded the Taco for the Lexus though?

Pretty excited about the front and rear lockers. Tried them in a dirt lot near the house and difficult to steer even in the dirt when the front in engaged.

I've always wanted an 80 but they have always been too expensive. Now the newest ones (97) are 10 years old and "affordable." We also recently had our first child and plan on having another in a year or 2 so we will need something that is comfortable for 1-2 kids, camping gear and can tow the tent trailer...and don't forget the dog. All of that is cramped for the Taco. I was also at a point that the only thing I could do to the Taco was SAC or log travel...so why not start a new project.

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 10:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bunchr1

i'm so jealous. I've wanted an LX450 on 37's ever since I've had my FZJ80! Yeah, my dream LX450 included Slee's 6" kit, sliders, bumpers, ect., 4.88's and the ARB snorkel (and a whole lot more...lol). I figured it up, and not counting the price of the vehicle, I had another $10,000 in parts/labor I'd wanted to invest to make it "mine". That's why I didn't pursue the LX450. I'd go broke....lol

Well yes it is gonna take some time and definately some cash. The wife is excited about that one.

Marc P · 09-30-2007, 11:12 PM

80's are sweet....my buddy Steve has an LX450 too...probably similar to how yours will turn out.

Darwalk · 09-30-2007, 11:20 PM

Damn Garry, I am jealous too!!!!

NOT.......

bama taco · 09-30-2007, 11:20 PM

FZJ 80s and LX 450s are my favorite models of the Land Cruisers.

My LX was stock but I miss it. My dad was driving it and some bimbo ran a stop sign and T boned him. Hit him so hard that it spun him around the other way.

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marc P

80's are sweet....my buddy Steve has an LX450 too...probably similar to how yours will turn out.

Yeah...that is pretty much the idea.

What setup is your buddy running?

vistataco · 09-30-2007, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwalk

Damn Garry, I am jealous too!!!!

NOT.......

Do you know someone else who just sold their Taco and got an 80? More specifically a CE...

Darwalk · 10-01-2007, 12:00 AM

yeah, but I ain't hijackin your thread

vistataco · 10-01-2007, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwalk

yeah, but I ain't hijackin your thread

You may be a guest here

Marc P · 10-01-2007, 12:05 AM

his info is here...scroll down to the bottom

http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=153583

Darwalk · 10-01-2007, 12:18 AM

OK then..... Mine too

MysticGold04 · 10-01-2007, 12:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vistataco

Pretty excited about the front and rear lockers. Tried them in a dirt lot near the house and difficult to steer even in the dirt when the front in engaged.

I've always wanted an 80 but they have always been too expensive. Now the newest ones (97) are 10 years old and "affordable." We also recently had our first child and plan on having another in a year or 2 so we will need something that is comfortable for 1-2 kids, camping gear and can tow the tent trailer...and don't forget the dog. All of that is cramped for the Taco. I was also at a point that the only thing I could do to the Taco was SAC or log travel...so why not start a new project.

Sweet... cant wait to see it progress!

Once we have another kid, I'll probably be in the same boat as you, just not sure what I'd do though!

vistataco · 10-01-2007, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MysticGold04

Sweet... cant wait to see it progress!

Once we have another kid, I'll probably be in the same boat as you, just not sure what I'd do though!

I could make a suggestion...

vistataco · 10-01-2007, 12:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwalk

OK then..... Mine too

OOOOOOOOOOOO....Pretty

ShowStop · 10-01-2007, 11:29 AM

Reminds me of Bryan Cox down in SD who bought a similar vehicle. Whats with you SoSoCal people wanting all this luxury? I mean, who cares about A/C.

bunchr1 · 10-01-2007, 11:57 AM

Here's mine when I had it, 217K on it... I'm the guy in the Yellow shirt...

All I managed to do to mine was get it dirty! I hope yours gets much more attention.. Good luck on fixing it up and keep us updated with pics!

Mr Tacomi · 10-01-2007, 07:02 PM

Gary- Rubicon next July?

Nice project! Keep the pics coming!

-Mark

vistataco · 10-01-2007, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Tacomi

Gary- Rubicon next July?

Nice project! Keep the pics coming!

-Mark

Might not be ready for Rubicon next year. Plus I think I will need some more practice with it first. Darrin and I were thinking about hitting Moab next Sept...plus many day trips around here to the desert and mountains.

vistataco · 10-01-2007, 10:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShowStop

Reminds me of Bryan Cox down in SD who bought a similar vehicle. Whats with you SoSoCal people wanting all this luxury? I mean, who cares about A/C.

Well first it will be nice to wheel something with a SFA. I already get a little more articulation with it stock as I got with the Taco modified and no sway bar.

Then there is always the whole family thing. Will be much easier with the 80.

...and I always need another project to keep me busy...

thenexus · 10-01-2007, 11:16 PM

Forget the whole family thing and go for this:

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2496432

It's newer than yours but you get the picture.

badmoonrising · 10-02-2007, 05:51 PM

-the gay wheels

Darwalk · 10-02-2007, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badmoonrising

-the gay wheels better than my junk in stock form!

Fixed it for ya

badmoonrising · 10-02-2007, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darwalk

i have a vagina

fixed it for you too

09-30-2007, 06:01 PM	#1
vistataco Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Vista (San Diego), CA Posts: 768	Tacoma out, LX450 in Well the Tacoma is gone and the new project begins! The SOLD Tacoma...it will be missed. The completely stock Lexus LX450...for now The oh so important switch Slightly more comfort and luxury than the Tacoma ...and a little more room too. Soon it will have a 4" lift, 34/35" tires, Sliders, Skids, New front bumper, Rear bumper with tire carrier and the li$t goes on... __________________ So-Cal Staff Member STFU and WHEEL!!! - 1997 Lexus LX450 F.O.R. 3.5" kit, 35" BFG KM2, DO sliders, DO rear bumper in the works and other do-dads. 06 Tundra Dcab 4wd (daily driver) http://community.webshots.com/user/vistataco

09-30-2007, 06:25 PM	#3
badmoonrising Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: southern california Posts: 2,460	mmm factory front and rear lockers... __________________ Proud member of the SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TACOMA CLUB SCTC what the fuck is resale value?

09-30-2007, 08:48 PM	#4
MysticGold04 Hillbilly Deluxe Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lancaster, Ca Posts: 1,036	Nice... can't wait to see that thing go from mall crawler to capable wheeler. Front and Rear factory lockers are nice! Just curious on how come you traded the Taco for the Lexus though? __________________ Camburgs, Deavers, Tunes and a Locker...That's How I Roll... 04 PreRunner 3.4L - ODO 47020 265/75/16 Cooper STTs

09-30-2007, 09:15 PM	#5
Animal ┌∩┐(◣_◢)┌∩┐ Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SoCal, OC Posts: 2,513	Now that's wheeln' in sytle! and.... Thas one expensive Toyota! __________________ 2000 Tacoma 3.4l 4x4 5spd Proud Member of SCTC

09-30-2007, 09:19 PM	#6
bunchr1 Blow Here^^^ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hudson, NC Posts: 506	i'm so jealous. I've wanted an LX450 on 37's ever since I've had my FZJ80! Yeah, my dream LX450 included Slee's 6" kit, sliders, bumpers, ect., 4.88's and the ARB snorkel (and a whole lot more...lol). I figured it up, and not counting the price of the vehicle, I had another $10,000 in parts/labor I'd wanted to invest to make it "mine". That's why I didn't pursue the LX450. I'd go broke....lol __________________ Ronnie 1992 4Runner V6 Auto Daily Driver... 1987 Toyota Pickup. 22R, 5speed, TwinStick'd 4.7's, F/R Lockers, 1.5" BJ Spacers, 32x11.50's, Warn winch w/indash controls, Mazda 626 buckets w/FJ40 console, sliders and skids.. ect. SOLD!!! "It's a rock... Get over it!"-Terry M. "Half of life is fucking up the other half is dealing with it."-Henry Rollins Myspace

09-30-2007, 06:22 PM	#2
travisfab Newbie Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 12	Nice, that will be a clean ride.

09-30-2007, 11:12 PM	#10
Marc P Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santee, CA Posts: 153	80's are sweet....my buddy Steve has an LX450 too...probably similar to how yours will turn out. __________________ 1995 Runner--SAS, armored, locked, the usual list of goodies.... http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.ph...26&topic=933.0

09-30-2007, 11:20 PM	#11
Darwalk TTORA Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,904	Damn Garry, I am jealous too!!!! NOT....... __________________ -Darrin Walker- 1997 Land Cruiser CE- F&R Factory Lockers, MAF 5" Lift, 35"s CAL4WD# 10820 TLCA# 18037

09-30-2007, 11:20 PM	#12
bama taco Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama Posts: 33	FZJ 80s and LX 450s are my favorite models of the Land Cruisers. My LX was stock but I miss it. My dad was driving it and some bimbo ran a stop sign and T boned him. Hit him so hard that it spun him around the other way. __________________ Roll Tide Silence is Golden. Duck Tape is Silver.

10-01-2007, 12:00 AM	#15
Darwalk TTORA Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,904	yeah, but I ain't hijackin your thread __________________ -Darrin Walker- 1997 Land Cruiser CE- F&R Factory Lockers, MAF 5" Lift, 35"s CAL4WD# 10820 TLCA# 18037

10-01-2007, 12:05 AM	#17
Marc P Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Santee, CA Posts: 153	his info is here...scroll down to the bottom http://forum.ih8mud.com/showthread.php?t=153583 __________________ 1995 Runner--SAS, armored, locked, the usual list of goodies.... http://www.ultimateyota.com/index.ph...26&topic=933.0

10-01-2007, 12:18 AM	#18
Darwalk TTORA Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Murrieta, CA Posts: 1,904	OK then..... Mine too __________________ -Darrin Walker- 1997 Land Cruiser CE- F&R Factory Lockers, MAF 5" Lift, 35"s CAL4WD# 10820 TLCA# 18037

10-01-2007, 11:29 AM	#22
ShowStop Member Dismemberer Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 12,088	Reminds me of Bryan Cox down in SD who bought a similar vehicle. Whats with you SoSoCal people wanting all this luxury? I mean, who cares about A/C. __________________ Upcoming SoCal Event: Less fishing...more wheeling! www.socal4x4geocachers.org www.geocaching.com

10-01-2007, 11:57 AM	#23
bunchr1 Blow Here^^^ Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hudson, NC Posts: 506	Here's mine when I had it, 217K on it... I'm the guy in the Yellow shirt... All I managed to do to mine was get it dirty! I hope yours gets much more attention.. Good luck on fixing it up and keep us updated with pics! __________________ Ronnie 1992 4Runner V6 Auto Daily Driver... 1987 Toyota Pickup. 22R, 5speed, TwinStick'd 4.7's, F/R Lockers, 1.5" BJ Spacers, 32x11.50's, Warn winch w/indash controls, Mazda 626 buckets w/FJ40 console, sliders and skids.. ect. SOLD!!! "It's a rock... Get over it!"-Terry M. "Half of life is fucking up the other half is dealing with it."-Henry Rollins Myspace

10-01-2007, 07:02 PM	#24
Mr Tacomi Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 2,164	Gary- Rubicon next July? Nice project! Keep the pics coming! -Mark __________________ +()X()=

10-01-2007, 11:16 PM	#27
thenexus Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Utah Posts: 1,009	Forget the whole family thing and go for this: http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2496432 It's newer than yours but you get the picture.

10-02-2007, 05:51 PM	#28
badmoonrising Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: southern california Posts: 2,460	-the gay wheels __________________ Proud member of the SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TACOMA CLUB SCTC what the fuck is resale value?

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