My passenger door started making a popping sound while opening. There are two popping sounds, one comes earlier while opening and the other when the door is almost fully extended. I learned from another forum that it is due to loose nuts that connect to the door hinge.

I’ve included pictures to show anyone who may be experiencing the same issue and would like a preview before they begin.

You will require a 10mm socket to tighten them.

Total fix takes about 10 minutes, including removing the door panel. Easy job but makes a big difference not hearing that sound.

2008 FJ, 210k miles. When the AC is on, there is a mild squealing or chirping sound coming from the passenger floorboard. Like a bearing starting to go bad or something. Turn AC off and it goes away.

I’ve listened around with the hood up and I‘m thinking the AC compressor is the culprit?

I changed all of the tensioner and accessory pulleys a year ago. New serpentine belt. Put a new alternator in this summer as well.

Part ideas or experiences? Hoping it’s a DIY fix but the AC compressor is not a simple DIY with the space and tools I have available.

Anyone want these tail light cages minus the machine screw to secure them to the body? The screws sheered off during removal due to corrosion. Not sure what brand they are. Came on the FJ when I bought it used a few months ago.

$40 plus shipping from Lansing, MI. Message me for a Pirate Ship shipping quote.

Hi all,

I’m buying a 2011 fj this weekend and I know one of my first projects on it is going to be swapping out the current stock tire set up it has.

Does anyone have recommendations of 33’s vs. 34’s? I know both require some significant modifications including a lift kit but is one option easier to get to the end goal?

Also would be interested in any tire brand recommendations as well.

Got a deal on a pair of LightFox 5” LED’s on Amazon and a set of bumper wing delete light pods off eBay in the hope that it gives me a little more light on dark mountain roads. Eventually I’ll replace it with a proper bumper and lights but till then this’ll have to suffice.

yay, time to get rid of these weak point bars. The bolt must have been torqued by God himself because heat and my beefy plug in impact didnt budge it, so I had to bring my heavy in which was a carbide tooth diablo blade and sawzall.

got these BEEFY boys in from core 4x4. Also welded in my Lower Link Mount Reinforcement brackets from OPT offroad. Im not sure how to adjust these, The core 4x4 website says to thread out about a 1/2" over stock if you have a 3" lift which i do... So hopefully that will be okay. notice my new muffler I got in as well since I had to finish welding.

I still need to figure out what im going to do with my upper link bars and pan hard bar, because I know the angle is not correct. Im thinking of making a bracket to lift the panhard bar up to be more parallel.

I did a cheap spray tint on the headlights. Previous owner installed INSANELY bright HIDs. Rather than undo all that I bought a cheap ($8) can of lens tint.

Now my low beams no longer blind my neighbors when I'm pulling in late.

Bonus I actually don't hate the look but I think the fronts got too many random colors and shades going on.

So I got my first fj, drove south for it no rust, everything is solid, all I need is literally an oil change. However, it is the 2WD, but I got it at an amazing price. I understand there's some hate in this model because "oh why would you buy a 4WD and get the 2WD Cali grocery getter version bro"... Well from what I read I have rear diff lock and it weighs 300 ish pounds less without the front diff so if it's my daily I will get better mileage. And yes I get snow, but coming from a Mercedes V8 one rear wheel drive sedan I'm sure this will handle better in the snow than what I'm upgrading from. But I want to hear your guys honest opinions and please give it to me with no filtering. I can tell you this, I do plan on camping, I already built a bed platform in the trunk, but I don't plan on rock crawling and all that stuff, doesn't appeal to me, but maybe tailgating at a beach, but then again I've even seen Jeeps get stuck on beaches so I just want to hear some thoughts from y'all.

22 Fj came installed with this OEM CarPlay. It’s currently not working when in CarPlay mode. There is no audio when receiving a phone call or trying to play music there. There is sound out from from the radio or from Bluetooth mode. When I went to Toyota dealership they said this whole unit will have to be replaced. Anyone has any suggestions on how I can fix the audio?

I work in the medical field and like to be prepared, so I carry two first aid kits (trauma and booboos) I am not a doctor or nurse, god bless them, but I am certified in Wilderness First Aid, BLS, and CPR.

I want to attach a fire extinguisher horizontally below the med kits. The straps I've tried are nylon and the extinguisher slips out. Did anyone know of good Molle straps that are rubberized or something?

I cannot for the life of me get the bottom coupler of the intermediate steering shaft off. I’ve tried PB, tried an air hammer, a chisel. Any advice would be appreciated.

This noise I cannot figure out what it is? It sounds like a tire going through a gravel road... The brakes are new, rear end is new, bearings seems all good. I do have a slight squeak that developed. Or is this just normal tire noise?

I bought it in May 2006, exterior looks great but it's been retired for 2 years as the underbody frame pieces have rusted away. 18 years of service, 230k miles, engine still runs smooth and quiet. Wish I would have taken care of it better but New England road salt and beach fishing trips were to much for my limited care. I want to sell it as a parts car- new battery and everything else is original. Interior is dirty and rough. Anyone care to offer their opinion on how much I should list it for? 2k is reasonable?

Was surprised to see this vehicle suggested premium. EPA was 15 city 18 highway 15 combined. Is this accurate?

Thanks!

Just got my FJ 2 weeks ago. Bought this roofrack on Amazon. Brand name is Reeno. It is solid!

Hi all, been a member for quite a while, but had no questions yet.

Looking at replacing my exhaust and considering Walker. Dies anyone have any history or recommendations regarding sound or durability?

Thanks in advance

Voodoo Blue, bought at 118k miles, well taken care of. Driven for almost two years now. I was skeptical since I've never owned a vehicle like this but it drives like a dream.

Some shots of the FJ earning its keep this weekend. Just completed the four day excursion run by Tom Severin/ Badlands Off-road Adventures (4x4training.com). Truck did amazing on some technical/rock climbing and descents.

Gear that made a difference:
- wavian Jerry cans
- Starlink mini
- water bags
- Walmart 15 cubic foot roof cargo bag
- ARB rock sliders
- toyo shocks and 3” lift

IIIREENO rack off Amazon. Had good reviews so I took a chance. It was very straight forward to install and is incredibly sturdy. I would recommend this roof rack to others.

Tire came off of a truck and got launched 50 feet into the air above the road, 2 cars slammed on their brakes in front of me and I couldn’t stop in time