My 2008 GX470 Project
62 y.o. conservative boomer who Just bought this for fun and joined this group recently. I hope Im in the right group after seeing some of these awsome rigs, I feel kinda either lucky to find my project or out-classed.....lol.
History Its southern born and lived here in NC since. Zero Rust. 215k , Lexus /Toyota maintained since birth and Im owner 6..lmao. Lexus/Toyota visit are over and end with me because moving forward.
My plans to go stock as close as possible with quality replacement parts and become a 3rd vehicle which Grandma can drive and eventually sell (who am I kidding ..GIVE) it to our 10 y.o. Grandson In Colorado when he goes to college and he can jack- it however he wants in the ROCKY's . I see it as a fun investment that makes since to recycle it, and give the boy a project Car you guys can help him get through in 6-7 years.
So far I have...
Brakes, all the way around - Power stop z36
Front and rear Arnett strut/shocks, the orginal air system works so retained until it dies...then when does..go from there to fix/springs
Both lower moog control arm bushings / alignment caster, camber, toe....balls on straight.
4-Firestone Destination A/T2 265/65/17 (run these on my ( 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 150k on it and its next for orginal brake and lower ball joint replacement. Grandma's daily snice new).....painting a picture here. I want the jeep to play with and give her this GX...updated.
NGK Ruthenium HX Plugs.
Intalling the https://www.beatsonicusa.com Radio to be determined 100 buck kenwood, jvc or pioneer.
Re-covering front leather seats friday.
And a host of small upgrades that may come along.
In Summary. Thanks for all the advice, input and hope I can learn what Ive got myself in to without pissing away stupid money. I figure as solid as it is, a new tran or engine is worth it if it should happen.
Looking forward to you'll post's. Ifnoot to be entertained as well as learn and share my experiences.
Have blessed day!
John 3:16
Kick me out if I violated rules I agreed to join by. Too old to care, too young to worry.
62 y.o. conservative boomer who Just bought this for fun and joined this group recently. I hope Im in the right group after seeing some of these awsome rigs, I feel kinda either lucky to find my project or out-classed.....lol.
History Its southern born and lived here in NC since. Zero Rust. 215k , Lexus /Toyota maintained since birth and Im owner 6..lmao. Lexus/Toyota visit are over and end with me because moving forward.
My plans to go stock as close as possible with quality replacement parts and become a 3rd vehicle which Grandma can drive and eventually sell (who am I kidding ..GIVE) it to our 10 y.o. Grandson In Colorado when he goes to college and he can jack- it however he wants in the ROCKY's . I see it as a fun investment that makes since to recycle it, and give the boy a project Car you guys can help him get through in 6-7 years.
So far I have...
Brakes, all the way around - Power stop z36
Front and rear Arnett strut/shocks, the orginal air system works so retained until it dies...then when does..go from there to fix/springs
Both lower moog control arm bushings / alignment caster, camber, toe....balls on straight.
4-Firestone Destination A/T2 265/65/17 (run these on my ( 2016 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 150k on it and its next for orginal brake and lower ball joint replacement. Grandma's daily snice new).....painting a picture here. I want the jeep to play with and give her this GX...updated.
NGK Ruthenium HX Plugs.
Intalling the https://www.beatsonicusa.com Radio to be determined 100 buck kenwood, jvc or pioneer.
Re-covering front leather seats friday.
And a host of small upgrades that may come along.
In Summary. Thanks for all the advice, input and hope I can learn what Ive got myself in to without pissing away stupid money. I figure as solid as it is, a new tran or engine is worth it if it should happen.
Looking forward to you'll post's. Ifnoot to be entertained as well as learn and share my experiences.
Have blessed day!
John 3:16
Kick me out if I violated rules I agreed to join by. Too old to care, too young to worry.