2014 Toyota Land Cruiser - What to Do?

[Pek2001]

Hi all - I just purchased my dream vehicle, a 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser, only 47,000 miles!! While I know the vehicle is very capable stock, I was really hoping y'all could provide me some must do upgrades.

My background - fairly novice to Overlanding, so please not only give your thoughts of what kind of upgrade, but the why and type behind it, and keeping $$ in mind. I already broke the bank buying the vehicle.

My initial thoughts are starting with the suspension, tires, then moving to a rack and armor. I have a X1 - Patriot Camper, so no need of in vehicle storage or sleeping options. But clueless on types/brands outside of the big marketing companies.


Super excited to start building this beauty!! Thanks in advance!!

Phil

 

[RJCanyon]

Armor and recovery equipment should be first, lifts and bigger tires are certainly nice but you need to protect your investment first and foremost. And going out on the trail without recovery equipment not the best idea.

Take it out a few times after the armor upgrades and you will soon figure out what type of lift and tires best will suit your needs, good luck and awesome rig choice!

 

[Dcwn.45]

Do it in whatever order you want but consider that armor, bumpers,racks, and gear will need to be considered in regard to the suspension .
that soft , flexy, lift might turn out to be a sagging mess after you weigh it down
thankfully many have gone before so it’s easy to look at other rigs and learn

 

[Dru13]

Hit the trail hard. Whatever breaks first is what you need to upgrade.

 

[Pek2001]

Do it in whatever order you want but consider that armor, bumpers,racks, and gear will need to be considered in regard to the suspension .
that soft , flexy, lift might turn out to be a sagging mess after you weigh it down
thankfully many have gone before so it’s easy to look at other rigs and learn

Good point! Thank you