Well the long awaited Lucrum Swingout has arrived...and been installed. Thanks to Chris to getting it out after a lot of challenges and roadblocks...thanks man.
Well some words of wisdom...
1- When Chris says to install the brackets as closely to front of vehicle as possible...he means it. No space for clearance you think you will need....push it up against your corners whether you run the plastic pieces still or not.
2- Put it on a lift when drilling unless you have an attachment that keeps your drill perpendicular to frame...to make the holes through frame to line up properly...and not be off just a 1/2" on one side
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3- Take your time....have help....have a very powerful drill...recommend a 1/2 drill with brand new carbide bits. Trust me...the frame is tough. Also have some oil nearby to keep it cool or have lots of bits.
4- Visibility is no worse, just tire is further over to one side. No effect on factory hitch mount nor the back up sensors.
5- Door is infinitely LIGHTER without tire mounted...no weight assist in securing it so make sure you push it shut completely as it may not latch with a gentle push as before.
6- With two jerry cans full (60-80lbs depending on gas or water), Nitto Terra Grappler 295s (75lb with wheel), shovel and axe (10lbs), and Hi-Lift (30+lbs) you are adding some weight to extreme rear of vehicle. I have OME Mediums front and rear...no rubbing on rear at all with Warn bumper as my foundation. That is 200lbs of extra weight on rear edge plus a 75lb bumper plus weight of the Lucrum swing-outs and accessories...so I am guessing we are looking at 350 lbs of weight on rear. I am going to discuss with Toytec whether I need HEAVIES in rear or not just to be safe. This weekend had all above plus 90qt cooler of ice, food and beverages, tent, bags, pads, clothing, 10lb CO2 tank, tools, two storage bins/chests with one filled with recovery gear and other filled with cooking and lighting implements for camping, plus a stack of wood, chairs and a full tank of gas....and had a slight lean to rear. Very glad Chris went with two swing arms with heavy duty spindles and bearing setups rather than a single arm like some others are doing.
7- rear window is able to open with everything mounted EXCEPT HI-LIFT...as its height restricts the window from opening completely but two wing nuts to remove lift and it opens fine.
Here is left side...with a Wedco water can, Blitz fuel can....still need to get the jerry can lock and maybe his new recovery strap holder when it is ready. Also need to add the light to license plate...ran out of time. Got hi lift mounted Friday morning before I hit road for mountains. Recommend you mount hi-lift without the base...buy the quick pull clips with ring on end from Home Depot to replace the cotter pin. Red loctite the studs for hi lift mount and you are set.
Right side with tire, axe, and shovel...be sure to prefit everything before you drill...it is a tight fit so get everything installed before you start drilling for axe and shovel mounts.
We then drove 6 hours to mountains on Friday and met up with 7 other Land Cruiser owners...and did some expedition exploration with GPS, maps and strong backs. Found some new areas that are open....and had a few challenges but the swing-out never missed a beat. I need to adjust the rod on door that connects to jerry can side to fine tune the distance. I also need to add some length to the clasp system to make it a little tighter...but all is good.
Here we are on way to first nights camping sight after being behind wheel since 8am....we got to camp about 4pm...and it was in 30s.
Second day and more exploring but not any mud yet...hahahaha....well a stream crossing got what there was.
Thanks again to Chris for sticking through thick and thin with this project. I love it and not for a couple rookie mistakes on my part the install was perfect. On difficulty level of 1-10 I say 7/8....for the avg novice like myself.
Thanks again....
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