Gobi Ladder Installation

The Gobi ladder install was very easy.  No drilling required.  The rear window can no longer be fully opened but I never opened it anyway.

Rausch Creek Off Road Park

Rausch was my first real off roading adventure.  The green trails were a good match for my stock FJ with BFG all-terrain tires.  I aired down to 18 psi and went to work.  My guide was driving a lifted Jeep with 35s.  He was very surprised that the stock FJ was able to follow him.

I recommend leaving the Toyota skid plate at home.  I looks good but it just lowers your clearance and makes ugly sounds when scraping on the rocks.

Green Ridge State Forest

This was my first outing with my FJ.  The 18 mile loop was fun and muddy but not very tough for the stock FJ.

Old Man Emu installation

I purchased the ARB Old Man Emu Nitro Charger Sport Heavy Kit  (OMEFJCHKS) to support my ARB bumper.  It's a little more expensive than the original kit but I had some coin to spare so I pulled the trigger.

The original kit can be purchased by using the link below.
ARB OMEFJCHK Old Man Emu Complete Suspension Kit

I had my suspension installed in Delaware at Newark Toyota World.   This is the only dealership that I know of that is smart enough to do aftermarket upgrades.  The upgrades are going to be done but most dealers prefer that you give the money to someone else.

Did I mention that Delaware doesn't have a sales tax.

Here are some pictures of the parts and the installation.

Stock vs OME

GPS Navigation Installation

The navigation system can be purchased from Ebay.  $700 is a very good price compared to $900 from the dealer.  This is an OEM part that includes the Garmin Quest 2 gps unit, mount and pre-installled maps.

The installation of the navigation system was pretty straight forward.  Just follow the supplied instructions.

A demo of the unit can be seen on the Youtube link below.
Toyota FJ Cruiser Garmin Quest 2 GPS PT917-35070

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Remove the original storage box.  Pry it up from the rear (front of FJ) first because the front has hooks.

Remove the center console per the instructions to expose the cigarette lighter connector

Use the supplied wire harnesses to connect to the lighter.  Feed the power wire up to the storage compartment.

Connect the power connector to the circuit board

After the power is tested, secure the mount with the two screws

Now you have a nice clean navigation system that is always connected with out any charging wires or ugly suction cups.  The speaker on the left is very clear and loud (adjustable).  The Garmin unit can be removed and is small enough to fit in your pocket.  Don't worry about getting it wet because it is water resistant to more than 3 feet.

Yakima Forklift Bike Rack

Simple and low profile.  Very easy to install.

ARB Bull Bar Installation

I purchased my new ARB bull bar.  The installation will begin after the OME heavy is installed.  These are the best prices in the country.  Free Shipping!!!!!

The current part number for the bull bar is 3420210.




With this bar you will need the underpanel kit:
2007 -2009 Part # 3520010



2010+ Part # 3520020