OKADVENTURES GX470 Build

I joined the Lexus GX/GXOR family recently. I picked up my 2008 Lexus GX470 in Dallas, TX and brought it back home to Oklahoma City, OK.

Details of the rig:
-130,000 miles
-TB/WP, Front Brakes, Radiator, and Alternator were all replaced within the past 5K miles.
-lifetime Texas vehicle, so no rust at all.
-No wrecks
- Airbags work perfect

Got it home and already did the first mod: running boards removed. Hopefully much more work to be done in the coming months/years.

Follow the build on YouTube:
OK Adventures on YouTube

 

Fresh engine air filter and cabin air filter going in. Exciting stuff, I know.

Mileage: 130,070

$64 K&N Engine Air Filter: Increase Power & Towing, Washable, Premium, Replacement Air Filter: Compatible with 2000-2015 Toyota/Lexus V8 Truck and SUV (4 Runner, Sequoia, Prado, Tundra, GX470), 33-2144

Engine Air Filter

$36 K&N Cabin Air Filter: Premium, Washable, Clean Airflow to your Cabin Air Filter Replacement: Designed For Select 2000-2017 Toyota/Subaru/Mitsubishi/Lexus Vehicle Models, VF2002

Cabin Air Filter

 

Found some used, but good condition Weathertech floor mats for the front and middle rows locally for $80 total. Pretty good deal, just need to clean them up a bit.

 

Got an AJT Designs key fob. Is it sad that this is one of the things I was most excited for when I got my GX?

AJT Design

 

I ordered the NAPA vehicle awning the other day for $94. We will see what all the hype is about when I get it installed this weekend.

NAPA Awning

Similar, but a bit more expensive one on Amazon if the NAPA one is out of stock:

$119 DANCHEL OUTDOOR Car Awning Pull-Out Roof Rack Vehicle Awning UPF50+ Sun Shelter Canopy for SUV Truck Camper Overland Camping, 4.9x6.5ft Khaki

Vehicle Awning


I also replaced the gas cap just as a preventative measure against the check engine light that many people get from a bad gas cap.

$12 Gas Cap, Fuel Cap Replace 77300-33070 7730033070 Compatible with Toyota Leuxs - 4Runner, Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Matrix, Sequoia, Sienna, Solara, Tacoma, Tundra, GX470, ES330, ES300, More

Replacement Gas Cap

 

I used Lexol leather cleaner and conditioner on my fairly weathered drivers seat. It didn’t make a big difference visually, but helped quite a bit with the severely cracked spots. My clothes don’t catch on those spots anymore and the leather overall is softer.

Left is before and right is after.

$13 Lexol All Leather Cleaner for Car Interior, Couches and Furniture, Shoes and Boots, Purses and Handbags, Baseball Gloves and Horse Saddles, and More, 16.9 oz

Lexol Leather Cleaner

$12 Lexol All Leather Conditioner for Car Seats and Interiors, Couches and Furniture, Shoes and Boots, Bags and Jackets, Baseball Gloves and Horse Saddles, and More, 16.9 oz Bottle (Step 2 of 2)

Lexol Leather Conditioner

 

Just made my first ever youtube video...go easy on me.

It is a walkaround of my GX. Check it out here:

OK Adventures 2008 GX470 Intro

 

I just placed my order for round 2 of the Garage Alpha TRD grills pre order. The waiting begins!

 

I bought these TRD wheels on Facebook on a whim. They look pretty good but I would prefer a blacked out look vs. these gunmetal ones so I went ahead and ordered some RockTrix RT116's. My F-150 before this was black with grey wheels, so I kind of want a change of pace.

Now to decide if I should get some AT tires to wrap these in.

Rocktrix RT116's

 

Might as well right? Lol. Looks good so far

 

I got the Napa Awning installed this morning. It went on pretty easy. I drilled holes in my roof crossbars and bolted the L-brackets directly to them. I would say that it is fair quality for the price. The construction and materials are definitely not bomb proof but are adequate and will do their job of providing shade! Let me know if you have any questions and check out my YouTube video on this install!

YouTube: GX470 Napa Awning Install

 

I got my new wheels and tires put on this week and I am really excited with how they turned out!

I made a video walk around of the setup so check that out. Here are the details and glamour shots:

Youtube: New Wheels & Tires! [RockTrix RT116's / Wildpeaks]

I put new wheels and tires on my GX470 and am pumped with how they turned out. Let me know what you think!

Wheels: RockTrix RT116 17"X9" -12mm offset

Tires: Falken Wildpeak A/T3W's 265/70r17

 

Did a very important mod…

Door handle storage inserts all the way around

 

Also, unfortunately it looks like the Gates TB/Water Pump kit done in 01/2021 is failing already. I am going to have the spark plugs replaced too since I do not know if/when they were last done. So here is a list of my RockAuto order for the repairs that I am having done:

• Aisin (TKT021) Timing Belt, Water Pump & Component Kit
• Bando (6PK2240) Drive Belt
• Denso (3297) Spark Plugs
• Tuff Support (613070) Lift Supports

I forgot to mention that I ordered the Teyes CC3 head unit and accessories!

Teyes CC3

 

The truck is back in the garage and running good! My Teyes CC3 order was delivered today so looking forward to installing that soon!

 

I picked up a cool new cup holder replacement for the rig! Check out the video here:

 

Nice… looks like you are taking good care of your rig

 

Front left brake line decided to start leaking a couple days ago, so the rig is back in the shop getting that fixed. Brake fluid got all over my front left wheel so hopefully we get that cleaned off in time not to damage the paint.

 

Got the truck back from the shop yesterday, brakes are good to go. All is well with the world!

 

This is an unboxing/overview of the Teyes CC3 head unit I ordered for my 2008 Lexus GX470. When ordering the head unit, I also purchased a few other accessories to go with it. Links are below. There will be another video going over the installation process and reviewing the head unit functionality.





Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 / Lexus GX470 (2004-2009) (teyes.com.au)

TEYES Sony Reverse Camera 1080p

Integrated AR HD Dash Camera (teyes.com.au)

TEYES OBD II

 

Great build thread, following

 

I made a quick video on the recovery gear I got to keep in the GX.

 

I got a bunch of Bison Gear products in that I am super pumped about! I'll be making a video on each of these, but you can check out all the products I ordered here:

Under Seat Accessory Bracket - GX470

Rear Window Molle Panel - GX470

Ceiling Shelf - GX470

Rear Door Fold Down Table - GX470

Rear Door Net Replacement - GX470

 

I got the Bison Gear Under Seat Accessory Bracket for the Lexus GX470 installed. It is a really cool addition to have a little bit of quick access storage in the drivers or passengers seat area. Check out my video on the product below!

Under Seat Accessory Bracket - GX470

 

I got the Bison Gear Rear Window Molle Panels installed and think they look and work awesome. Check out the video below!


Rear Window Molle Panel - GX470

 

I got the Bison Gear Ceiling Shelf installed and I am really liking how it looks and functions. It is super nice to be able to get some stuff up off the floor of the rear cargo area and into this attic space. Check out the video below!

Ceiling Shelf - GX470

 

I got an install, tips, and overview video made for the Teyes CC3 head unit in my GX470. I am loving it so far. Check out the video below!

 

Got the Garage Alpha TRD grill in and installed. Loving the upgrade. I still need to wire up the raptor lights.

Now I need to black out the headlights or get some sport headlights.

 

That grill looks good

 

Check out what got delivered today! Can’t wait to get these installed.

Unique Style Racing LED Tail Lights