OverlandLexusTN's GX470 Build

[MagnoliaOverland]

Hello all!

This will not be a "everything at once" build so this page may be updated slowly but I figured this was a good place even for myself to track complete jobs. I look forward to sharing with everyone the build that I am having so much fun with.

The main purpose of this build will me to not only be my daily driver most of the time but also be a tough, versatile, and reliable mode of trustworthy for my young families travel and adventure. It is a 2009 Lexus GX470 that I purchased with 118,000 miles on it. I'll be including not only the fun stuff but the bad stuff too along with prices in order to help give someone a better idea if considering a build like this.

The vehicle was purchased in September of 2016 and was a one owner in great overall shape. The timing belt had however not been changed at the required 90,000 mile service so that was the first order of business. The radiator which is known to leak and go bad on these vehicles was replaced by the dealer I purchased it from so that's new.

Dec 2016 - Timing Belt, Water Bump, Belts and Oil Change (Lexus Dealership) - $1,153.65


Here we go!

 

[MagnoliaOverland]

Still trying to get an overall plan together for this truck. I have a 12 month old daughter and we are expecting our son to arrive any day now so his will be slow going for awhile.

Jan 2016 - K&N Air Filter Installed - $50.99
Jan 2017 - License Plate Bulbs replaced with LED - $24.99
Jan 2017 - Lexus Dealership performed drain & flush on Transmission at 125,000ish miles along with oil change - $700.00

 

[MagnoliaOverland]

Feb 2017 - Brakes Inspected - Will be replacing rotors and pad soon with more heavy duty stuff (maybe off of GX460)
Feb 2017 - Changed Rear Diff Fluid, Front Diff Fluid, and Transfer Case Fluid. Used Amsoil Heavy Gear. $150ish

 

[MagnoliaOverland]

Mar 2017 - The patch collection has begun! Located on the sunroof cover for now. - $$$$
Mar 2017 - Installed Calais (Extremely Bright) H3 30W 1200LM LED Fog Light Bulbs - $21.99
Mar 2017 - 265/70/17 BF Goodrich KO2's Mounted and Installed - $1,200.00
Mar2017 - Installed OPT7 Fluxbeam LED Low Beams. -$99.99

Stock graphite rims are staying on for now. I just really like the look of them with KO2's. It's a great mix I think. I could see myself having TRD Pro rims down the road but that's WAY down the list.

 

[codesertrat]

Very nice start. I am trying to get the wife to let me start doing more to her GX470. These things are incredibly fun and capable in stock form. look forward to seeing the progress

 

[MagnoliaOverland]

Very nice start. I am trying to get the wife to let me start doing more to her GX470. These things are incredibly fun and capable in stock form. look forward to seeing the progress

Thanks! The goal isn't to go real huge with lift and tires but instead spend money on conveniences along with front and rear locker making it triple locked. It should be a traction tank with triple lock and/or atracs.


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[MagnoliaOverland]

New patches added to the sunroof shade. @lifestyleoverland


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[MagnoliaOverland]

I retorqued all the factory side rail bolts and fitted a Yakima roof rack I had from previous vehicle. I don't mind drilling holes in this rack so it will likely be the base for my awning and tent until a full length type rack can be afforded later.


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[MagnoliaOverland]

GoPro Mount! I wanted it to be hidden when the camera is removed and the only way to do that was have camera be upside down. Hopefully there editing software or camera settings allow me to flip the image:..


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[codesertrat]

Thanks! The goal isn't to go real huge with lift and tires but instead spend money on conveniences along with front and rear locker making it triple locked. It should be a traction tank with triple lock and/or atracs.


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Going triple locked basically makes it into a Prado. Are you thinking air or e locker?

 

[MagnoliaOverland]

Going triple locked basically makes it into a Prado. Are you thinking air or e locker?

I haven't gotten that far yet. I'm leaning towards air but I'm not really sure. That's something I need to do a lot more research on.


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[roamingram44]

I'm really digging these lexus build ups

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[MagnoliaOverland]

I'm really digging these lexus build ups

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I'll be honest I was not thinking about doing a build with this vehicle when I bought it. The plan was for my wife to drive it and I was going to look for a Tacoma or T4R. I started seeing a lot about different GX builds and became inspired. It's really a comfortable and capable vehicle and that's part of the reason I want to stay away from regearing for 35's as some others have done. I want to keep some of the comfortability and it is a daily driver after all.

The base is very very solid with a great frame and one of the better Toyota engines out there.




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[roamingram44]

I feel thats one part that really gets overlooked everyone's so busy trying to keep up with the Jones that they lose practicality.

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[codesertrat]

I bought my GX470 as a daily so I didn't add unneeded wear and tear on my T4R but I found myself wanting to take it exploring more often. Really looking forward to seeing where this build goes to give me more ideas

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[Anders0nic]

I love where this is headed. Are you taking inspiration from the Aussies and the huge amount of experience and aftermarket parts they have available?


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[MagnoliaOverland]

I love where this is headed. Are you taking inspiration from the Aussies and the huge amount of experience and aftermarket parts they have available?


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I've certainly gotten alot of ideas from that corner of the globe including the Prado itself. The problem being that some Prado parts aren't direct bolt ons. This leads me to still have many things up in the air such as my front bumper. I initially wanted a Prado ARB but it's not a direct fit and does require some body trimming but thankfully there are some other US people that are manufacturing bumpers for the GX like MetalTech4x4 and Southern Style Offroad.

I'm leaning towards the SSO Front Bumper. The rear is looking like a Wilco Offroad Hitch Swing out Tire Carrier for to save on weight and $$$.

 

[Overland-Indiana]

Cool rig man, keep us posted as the build progresses!

 

[Anders0nic]

I've certainly gotten alot of ideas from that corner of the globe including the Prado itself. The problem being that some Prado parts aren't direct bolt ons. This leads me to still have many things up in the air such as my front bumper. I initially wanted a Prado ARB but it's not a direct fit and does require some body trimming but thankfully there are some other US people that are manufacturing bumpers for the GX like MetalTech4x4 and Southern Style Offroad.

I'm leaning towards the SSO Front Bumper. The rear is looking like a Wilco Offroad Hitch Swing out Tire Carrier for to save on weight and $$$.

I like the way ARB mounts a winch. I threaten my wife with an Aussie front end swap on our GX460...

That shnoz...



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[MagnoliaOverland]

I like the way ARB mounts a winch. I threaten my wife with an Aussie front end swap on our GX460...

That shnoz...



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There is a guy in GXOR (facebook group for GX Off Road) you should check out. He is working on a 460 and it looks pretty sweet with lift and tires.