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Old 10-12-2009, 08:01 AM   #1
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SUN ROOF D.I.Y.: Inst. w/pics

INNER TIE-ROD END REPLACEMENT: Inst. w/pics



Table of Contents:


4x4 / Off-Road (Modifications):

ALTERNATIVE REAR WINCH: Configuration & use

ARB SAFARI SNORKEL & CAI: Inst. w/ pics

A-TRAC FOR NON-LOCKER DIFF: Inst. w/pics

A-TRAC SWITCH: Inst. w/ pics

BODY LIFT: Inst. w/pics

BODY MOUNT CHOP: Instructions w/ pics

FENDER FLARE REMOVAL: Modification w/ pics

FRONT RECEIVER: Heavy-duty 2" inst. w/pics

FRONT RECEIVER WINCH MOUNT: Inst. w/ pics

HEAVY DUTY STEERING LINKS: Why & how

HI-LIFT JACK USAGE: Inst. w/ video

HI-LIFT JACKS: "Silence Please!!"

IN-CAB WINCH CONTROLS: Diagram w/ pics

INCHWORM "LEFTY" T-CASE: Inst. w/ pics

RICHOCHET SKID PLATES: Inst. w/pics

ROOF RACK GAS CAN MOD: Instructions w/ pics

SCUBA DRIVER MOD: Breather tubes

SNORKEL SCREEN FILTER: Modification w/ pics

SPLICING SYNTHETIC WINCH LINE: Inst. w/ pics

STAUN TIRE DEFLATORS: Calibration

VSC, A-TRAC, ABS & DIFF LOCK: Explained

WELD-ON SPINDLE ARM GUSSETS (All-Pro): Instructions w/ pics

WINCHES: Descriptions & selection



Bumpers:

ALL-PRO FRONT BUMPER & WARN WINCH: Installation w/ pics

ALL-PRO REAR BUMPER: Installation w/ pics

ARB FRONT BUMPER & WARN WINCH: Installation w/ pics

BUMPER HEIGHT LAWS: State to state

FRONT BUMPER WING FILLER PANELS: Instructions w/pics

REMOVING REAR BUMPER FASCIA: Instructions w/pics



Electrical:

2nd HORN: Economical alternative

12-CIRCUIT SWITCHED FUSE BLOCK: Installation w/ pics

12V FUSE BLOCK ACCESSORY: Installation

12V POWER OUTLET: Adding another

BLANK SWITCH PANEL TO SWITCH: Inst. w/pics

DOUBLE 12V REAR OUTLETS: Inst. w/pics

DUAL BATTERY INSTALL WITH CAI: Installation w/ pics

DUAL BATTERY SYSTEM: Installation

FUSES & 12V ELECTRICAL: Complete guide

IN-CAB WINCH CONTROLS: Diagram w/ pics

OEM AUX LIGHT SWITCH: Diagram / schematic

OEM SWITCH PANEL: Designated switches and locations

RELAYS: Usage and connections w/ pics

REMOTE START FOR FJ: RS-1304DP installation w/ pics

SOLAR POWER (DIY): Inst. w/pics

SWITCHES: Compilation of panel switches for FJ

WINCH POWER INTERRUPT SWITCH: Instructions w/ pics



Electronic (2-way radios / GPS):

A-PILLAR 12V JACK FOR GPS: Inst. w/pics

BANDI MOUNT ANTENNA CABLE: Routing inst. w/ pics

CB ANTENNAS: Tuning and SWR meter usage

COBRA 19DX IV CB & 4' FIRESTIK: Installation w/ pics

COBRA 75WXST CB: Installation w/ Bandi Mount

FULL-SIZE CB: Placement and installation

GPS EXTERNAL ANTENNA: Installation w/ pics

GPS MOUNTS: Different solutions

HAM RADIOS: Primer for trail use

LOWRANCE GPS: Quick-start guide

MIRROR-MOUNTED CB: Simple installation

NMO ANTENNA: Inst. w/pics

NUVI 5000 MIRROR MOUNT: Inst. w/pics

OVERHEAD GARMIN 276C GPS: Inst. w/pics

OVERHEAD HAM RADIO INSTALL: Inst. w/ pics

OVERHEAD LOWRANCE BAJA 540C GPS: Inst. w/ pics



Electronic (Audio systems):

AUDIO FAQ: Compiled posts (Parts 1 & 2)

BAZOOKA FJ TUBE: Inst. w/ pics

ECLIPSE 5435 NAV SYSTEM: Installation

IPOD TO FJAMMER: Direct connection instructions

KENWOOD DNX 7120: Inst. w/ pics

OEM DOOR SPEAKER SWAP: Instructions w/ pics

RADIO HEAD UNIT REMOVAL: Instructions w/ pics

STUCK CD's: Removing them from your FJammer



Exterior:

BACK-UP SENSOR REPLACEMENT: Video

BLACK DOOR HANDLE SWAP-OUT: Easy install w/ pics

BLACK-OUT PAINTING: Inst. w/ pics

COWLING VENT REMOVAL: Inst. w /pics

FJ CRUISER PAINT CODES: Plus additional information

HEADLIGHT WASHERS: DIY installation w/ pics

HEATED MIRRORS: Modification & installation

HEATED WIPER BLADES: Installation w/ pics

HOOD ALIGNMENT / TIGHTENING: Simple fix

HOOD PROTECTOR (OEM): Installation w/ pics

MIRROR LIGHTS: Turn signal conversion

OEM "MINI" ROOF RACK CONVERSION: Instructions w/pics

OUTSIDE MIRROR REMOVAL / BLACKOUT: Inst. w/pics

PAINT CHIPS: Step-by-step repair instructions

SCRATCH REPAIR: Wetsanding step-by-step

SUN ROOF D.I.Y.: Inst. w/pics



Interior:

BACK SEAT INTERIOR LIGHTING: Easy add-on w/ pics

CENTER CONSOLE EXTENSION: Modification w/ pics

DASH, CONSOLE & DOOR PANELS REMOVAL: Instructions w/ pics

DASH POD GAUGES: Inst. w/ pics

FLIP-DOWN TRAY TABLE: Inst. w/pics

FOG LIGHT INDICATOR LIGHT IN DASH: Installation w/ pics

HEADLINER REMOVAL / DYNAMAT INSTALL: W/ pics

INTERIOR LED LIGHTING: Door activated - instructions w/ pics

INTERIOR WARNING CHIMES: Disabling

LED DASH LIGHT SWAP: Inst. w/ pics

MANUFACTURE DATE: Determining yours

OVERHEAD MAP LIGHT: Installation

REAR DOOR FOLD-DOWN PANEL TRAY: Instructions w/ pics

REAR DOOR INSIDE RELEASE: Modification w/ pics

REAR WINDOW RELEASE BUTTON: Installation

SEATBELT CHIMES: Turning them off

SEAT HEATER: Inst. w/ pics

SIDE VISOR: Installation w/ pics

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS: Installation w/ pics

TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB MODIFICATION: Limits Max A/C

THIRD ROW SEATING: Installation w/ pics



Lighting:

$50 LIGHT BAR: Inst. w/ pics

AIR DAM LIGHT MOUNTS: Inst. w/pics

AUX LIGHT SWITCH: Hi-beam bypass hack

BACK SEAT INTERIOR LIGHTING: Easy add-on w/ pics

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL): Disconnect

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLs): Switchable Off / On

HELLA FOG LIGHTS ON ARB BUMPER: Inst. w/pics

IPF 968 OFF-ROAD LIGHTS: Installation w/pics

IPF ARB BUMPER FOG LIGHTS: Installation w/ Toyota OEM switch

LIGHT BAR FOR OEM BUMPER: Simple solution w/ pics

MOUNTING AUXILIARY LIGHTS: On stock front bumper

OEM AUXILLARY LIGHTS: Installation

ROOF RACK LIGHTS, WIRING AND GAUGE INSTALLATION: Parts 1, 2 & 3

ROOF RACK (OEM) LIGHTING: Wiring & installation w/ pics

ROOF RACK WIRING (OEM): Inst. w/pics

SPOTLIGHT (Post-Mounted): Installation w/ pics

TURN SIGNAL REMOVAL: Instructions w/ pics

UNDER HOOD LIGHT: Installation w/ pics



Manuals / Specifications:

FJ CRUISER WEIGHT: Four corner breakdown

FJC REPAIR MANUAL: Download w/ additional archive documentation

FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT: Specifications

THE FULL FACTORY SERVICE MANUAL: And wiring diagrams

NUTS & BOLTS: Sizes and wrench equivalents



Mechanical:

ALTERNATOR FIX (Battery Light On): Inst. w/ pics

A/T COOLER: Inst. w/pics

CV AXLE: Replacement and repair w/ pics

CV AXLE: Signs of failure

FRONT BRAKES: Replacement w/pics

FRONT DIFFERNTIAL ACTUATOR: Repair / Replacement

INNER TIE-ROD END REPLACEMENT: Inst. w/pics

PULLEYS: Proper cleaning

STARTER REMOVAL/REPAIR: Inst. w/pics

SUPER-CHARGERS FOR FJ'S: Explanation w/ pics

TAPPING AT IDLE: Fix w/ pics

WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT: Inst. w/ pics



Storage:

REAR CARGO STORAGE SOLUTIONS: Compilation of different members' builds

REAR DOOR STORAGE: Two different solutions



Suspension:

DIFFERENT TYPES OF SUSPENSION LIFTS: A simple primer

DONAHOE UCA's: Installation and detailed pics

FRONT SWAYBAR COLLAR: Modification w/ pics

OME LIFT: Installation and detailed pics

OME SUSPENSION KITS: Option Guide

TOTAL CHAOS UCS's: Inst. w/pics



Wheels / Tires:

OEM BLACK STEEL WHEELS: Cleaning & polishing

PAINTING YOUR FJ WHEELS: Instructions w/ pics

TIRE BALANCE: Vibration Fix

WHEEL BACK-SPACING & OFFSET: Explained and illustrated
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