2000UZJ
SE Overlanding Society
Quite a few updates. I have done so much to this since the last update I don't know where to start!
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Quite a few updates. I have done so much to this since the last update I don't know where to start!
2000UZJ
SE Overlanding Society
Since the last update I have added and removed quite a few things. The first thing I did after the last update was install a full length roof rack. It was a 80 Series rack, but with a little head scratching I picked up some Gamviti Mounts and got to work. I always wanted a rack for the 100, however the raised portion looked pretty bad to me (more on this later)
So I tossed a LED light bar up top and called it a day:
I was never truly satisfied with the L-shocks and the 100 series pathetic front end travel. So I removed the sway bars completely, moved the rear shock mounts inward, added shock extenders and went to ACC to cycle the suspension and check for any binding. None was reported and I added 4" of additional travel over the L shock
Shortly after the rack/light and "long travel" install I drove up to URE National Park with the ONSC guys and did some wheeling. I always wanted to run "Kodak Rock", and I finally did it! I hit the ledges and the "v-squeeze" obstacle which took its toll on my body panels. I slid down onto the rock and did some metal art. Needless to say word traveled quickly that a full size luxury SUV was going to hit the ledges on Kodak. The sides of the trails and bypass quickly filled up as people wanted to see this impossible feat happen.
I then attended the ACC invitational and wheeled with some great people.
More to come later when I can gather more pictures and take pictures of the mods that I have done recently with no pictures.
So I tossed a LED light bar up top and called it a day:
I was never truly satisfied with the L-shocks and the 100 series pathetic front end travel. So I removed the sway bars completely, moved the rear shock mounts inward, added shock extenders and went to ACC to cycle the suspension and check for any binding. None was reported and I added 4" of additional travel over the L shock
Shortly after the rack/light and "long travel" install I drove up to URE National Park with the ONSC guys and did some wheeling. I always wanted to run "Kodak Rock", and I finally did it! I hit the ledges and the "v-squeeze" obstacle which took its toll on my body panels. I slid down onto the rock and did some metal art. Needless to say word traveled quickly that a full size luxury SUV was going to hit the ledges on Kodak. The sides of the trails and bypass quickly filled up as people wanted to see this impossible feat happen.
I then attended the ACC invitational and wheeled with some great people.
More to come later when I can gather more pictures and take pictures of the mods that I have done recently with no pictures.
2000UZJ
SE Overlanding Society
Where is it? I'd love to make it if its not to far. GSMTR is my big run of the season. I can't miss that!
60Dan
Explorer
April 4-7th
Heres the info:
http://forum.ih8mud.com/tn-stlca/688816-mardi-krawl-april-4-7-2013-hawk-pride-mountain-north-al.html
Wont be able to make it down there until the weekend though
Nice 100! I have basically the same story as you do!
Dad bought a 2000 LC new and he daily drove it until 2006 and then as I got my license the 100 was mine. Being young I wanted a sporty car and so ended up getting a 2008 GTI... Nice car but I wish I kept the 100 now. Currently on the search for a 100 series...
Dad bought a 2000 LC new and he daily drove it until 2006 and then as I got my license the 100 was mine. Being young I wanted a sporty car and so ended up getting a 2008 GTI... Nice car but I wish I kept the 100 now. Currently on the search for a 100 series...
2000UZJ
SE Overlanding Society
This summer was certainly eventful!
I have since added the following:
Installed 10W Expedition Lighting System's 42" Single Row LED Light Bar (my company)
TJM Skid Plates
12,000LB Winch
35" BFG AT's (315/75/16)
DynoMat all around
Dual Batteries
Air compressor with air line hookup on ARB and rear bumper
Modified OEM rear Bumper (chopped 3" off bottom)
NATO OEM Pintle hitch
Total Chaos Upper Control Arms
Profender 2.5" Remote Res Shocks (front)
Fox Racing IFP Shocks (Rear)
Blue Sea Management System (5026ST)
Doug Thorley Exhaust
Slotted and Drilled rotors with ceramic pads
stainless steel brake lines
Speski Cargo Barrier
I have modified the following:
Catalytic Converter Delete and 02 Sensor bypass
Modified roof rack (now flat rack)
I drove out to Ouray/Telluride in August for 100's in the Hills. It was my first time outwest, it was INCREDIBLE.
Here are a few pictures of the trip and my 100 Series as it stands.
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I have since added the following:
Installed 10W Expedition Lighting System's 42" Single Row LED Light Bar (my company)
TJM Skid Plates
12,000LB Winch
35" BFG AT's (315/75/16)
DynoMat all around
Dual Batteries
Air compressor with air line hookup on ARB and rear bumper
Modified OEM rear Bumper (chopped 3" off bottom)
NATO OEM Pintle hitch
Total Chaos Upper Control Arms
Profender 2.5" Remote Res Shocks (front)
Fox Racing IFP Shocks (Rear)
Blue Sea Management System (5026ST)
Doug Thorley Exhaust
Slotted and Drilled rotors with ceramic pads
stainless steel brake lines
Speski Cargo Barrier
I have modified the following:
Catalytic Converter Delete and 02 Sensor bypass
Modified roof rack (now flat rack)
I drove out to Ouray/Telluride in August for 100's in the Hills. It was my first time outwest, it was INCREDIBLE.
Here are a few pictures of the trip and my 100 Series as it stands.
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2000UZJ
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As always, wheeling doesn't quench my thirst for "wheeling", so I (once again) added a few more battle scars to test out all the new goodies 
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My all time favorite of 2013:
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My all time favorite of 2013:
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2000UZJ
SE Overlanding Society
Now, this generally isn't the "Expo" way of driving, but after a few years of tweaking the exhaust, I finally have a worthy sounding V8. The 2UZ-FE is one of the best sounding V8's in the world right now...atleast I think it is! The 2UZ-FE's main issue is the OEM exhaust, the log manifolds, 2" piping, and restrictive OEM muffler create a huge restriction in flow. The engine breathes in a massive amount of air, but it can't get out fast enough. The DT exhaust netted me ~15HP, and the cat delete 5HP give or take. It's not a huge gain, but sitting on 35's and severely overweight, every little bit of power helps.
A quick video of "100's in the Hill's"
Here is a longer video of my adding several dents to my 100
I like to take my 100 way past it's limitations...there is something about wheeling a full size IFS rig that I truly enjoy. Anybody can wheel a Jeep, it takes skill to maneuver a LWB, IFS, overweight rig through boulder fields.
A quick video of "100's in the Hill's"
Here is a longer video of my adding several dents to my 100
I like to take my 100 way past it's limitations...there is something about wheeling a full size IFS rig that I truly enjoy. Anybody can wheel a Jeep, it takes skill to maneuver a LWB, IFS, overweight rig through boulder fields.
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robustbambi
New member
third the cats, ive shown you pictures of my blue seal point as a kitten... hes adorable. How could you not want that?
