Lexus LX 470 & Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series AHC Delete (Suspension Install)
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In this video, we show you how to disable and replace the AHC (Active Height Control) suspension system on your Lexus LX470 or Toyota 100 Series Land Cruiser. The AHC system on your rig can start to get tired and malfunction. Instead of spending lots of time and money diagnosing and fixing the AHC system, we are offering another solution to the problem and that's replacing the electrically and hydraulically controlled suspension system with a conventional system. We walk you through the steps to replace the front shocks and torsion bars and replace the rear shocks and springs. We also show you how to disable the AHC system so you don't get a bunch of warning lights lighting up on your dash.
*PARTS*
*NITRO GAS 2" SUSPENSION KIT SUITED FOR TOYOTA 100 SERIES LAND CRUISER/LEXUS LX470 - STAGE 1
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*HELPFUL TOOLS*
If you're looking for other tools not used in this video, check out Timmy's Master Tool List.
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*6 Ton Jack Stands
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*Heavy Duty Rubber Wheel Chock (This is just one. I recommend buying two) amzn.to/3lNC3MG
*Mitivac Fluid Extractor - (used to extract hydraulic oil from pump)
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*Dewalt 1/2" Drive Impact Gun - (used to remove lug nuts and other fasteners for this job)
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*Dewalt Batteries
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*Dewalt Battery Charger
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*Milwaukee M12 3/8” Cordless Ratchet - (used to remove fasteners to access AHC ECU under the dashboard)
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*Milwaukee M12 Battery
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*Milwaukee M12 High Capacity Battery
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*Milwaukee M12 Battery Charger
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*Milwaukee M12 HackZall
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*Milwaukee Cordless Drill
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*Diablo Demon Carbide Tipped Blade - (used with hackzall to cut off shock shaft nipples)
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*Drill Bit Set - (used drill bit from this kit to drill holes into the LCAs for the reinforcement plate install)
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*Long Set of Ratcheting Box End Wrenches - (used a couple wrenches from this kit)
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*1/4" and 3/8" Flex Head Ratchet Set - (used the 1/4" ratchet for access to the fluid line bolts)
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*1/2" Drive Flex Head Gear Wrench Ratchet - (used various times completing this job)
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Flex Head Box End Wrench Set - (used to tighten rear shock upper nuts)
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*Flex Head Flare Nut Wrench Set - (used the 10mm to relieve pressure from the system by opening the bleed nipples)
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*1/2" Drive Deep Metric Impact Socket Set
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*1/2" Drive Shallow Impact Socket Set
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*1/2” Drive 6 Point Deep Metric Socket Set
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*1/2” Drive 6 Point Standard Metric Socket Set
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*Wheel Lug Nut Impact Socket Set - (used to remove lug nuts)
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*Ball Pein Hammer - (used several times for this job)
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*Brass Hammer - (used to tap off the arms off the torsion bars)
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*Plastic Mallet - (used at various times for this job)
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*X-Large Channel Lock - ( used to hold shocks for removal and installation)
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*CDI 1/2" Drive 30-250 Foot Pound Torque Wrench - (used to torque the larger fasteners for this job)
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*CDI 3/8" Drive 10-100 Foot Pound Torque Wrench
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*Brass Drift Set - (used one from this kit to tap out panhard bar bolt)
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*Long Taper Punch Set - (used to help align panhard bar with frame)
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*Mayhew 5 Piece Pry bar Set - (used pry bars from this kit at various times for this job)
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*Tape Measure - (used to measure the ride height after the suspension was installed)
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*White Paint Pen - (used to make match marks on the torsion bars)
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*Brake Cleaner - (used to clean the arms of the torsion bars)
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*Small Wire Brush - (used in conjunction with the brake cleaner to clean the torsion bar arms)
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*Adjustable Wrench Set - (used one to hold rear shock spindle when tightening the upper nut)
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*Plastic Fastener Removal Tool - (used to remove plastic fender liner clips)
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As an ex-4runner owner I loved your videos and found them very useful. Now as a 100 series Land Cruiser owner I am thrilled to see you creating content directly related to Land Cruisers. While there is a decent amount of "how to" videos on Land Cruiser maintenance etc on TH-cam, nothing is of the same caliber that you're creating. Cheers. Looking forward to more 100 series videos from the Toolman.
Thanks Wesley. We're trying to expand to different models and generations of Toyota SUVs and Trucks to broaden our appeal to a bigger audience but it's just a matter of how much time we have. Since we still have full time jobs and this is a side gig for us, we can only put out so much content and still have a balanced life. When I retire from the fire service in a few years, i plan on ratcheting up the video production. Thanks for the kind words about our channel. We really appreciate it! Happy Wrenching!
@@TimmyTheToolman that's great news. I will start spreading the news in the 100 series groups. Keep up the awesome work.
@@wesleykeating5652 Thanks and we will keep on keeping on.
Thank you Timmy! This video helped me out so much. Just subscribed and look forward to you helping me with a lot more projects on my LX470.
Good to hear our video helped you out. We will hopefully have more content for you in the future.
I don’t understand why you are not getting 1 millions subscribe yet. This is so unfair with all the dedicated you guys did for the viewers.
Thanks Phat. We appreciate it. Maybe if we added a hot tool time girl wearing Daisy Dukes to the show we would hit that 1 million subscriber mark.
Well, that is not a bad idea.But, it is might cost more than TH-cam paid for you guys haha
@@phatnguyen6834 Yeah, we don't have any extra money to hire any employees, especially hot ones.
Glad to hear its working well ryan sick Mods and Sick suspension Comfortability upgrades
Finally I found somebody do the work step-by-step teaching others I was trying to work on my vehicle there wasn’t much other information there for me or dare to try it now I can thank you very much
glad you found this video on our channel. We hope it helps and make to sure to comment if any questions come up.
Doing this over the next few days. In 40 degree weather. Should be fun. Took great notes from this video. Thanks!
Bundle up and good luck Matt. Hope it goes smooth for you.
Good job! The best video I have seen so far for an AHC delete. Just got a 100 series so this is really useful! Thanks
Thanks. Have fun with your 100 Series.
I have a 100 series land cruiser that had AHC issues. I replaced the AHC for a standard suspension. I found your video on this very helpful to me and made the job less complicated. Have subscribed now and looking forward to more the same. Thank you.
Hey Michael, it's great to hear our video helped you out. Thanks for commenting and letting us know, and also, thanks for subscribing. Happy Wrenching!
Nice work on the torsion bar
Great tutorial guys good work
Amazing detailed video and still not too slow! Thanks guys! 🔥🙏🔥
We're glad you like it. You're very welcome and thanks for taking the time to comment.
Another high quality vid!! Thank you!!!
Thanks Andy and you're very welcome!
Can anyone comment on how much this will cost for an independent mechanic to install? They probably won’t even disable the ECU properly. I should just DIY it again. This is how the sickness continues haha
Excellent tutorial! Makes the job a whole lot easier!
We're happy to hear you liked it.
Excellent video! Now that I've seen it done and heard the feedback on the ride I'm really considering this when the AHC gives me fits. Seems like a no brainer now.
Thanks. We're happy you like the video.
Awesome descriptive detail how to video, thank you !
Thanks for the compliment Victor. You're very welcome.
Excellent vid - you guys are awesome!
We're glad you like it. Thanks for the comment. Happy Wrenching!
Thank you! Super detailed! Great video
You're very welcome! Glad you like it.
Super stuff! Please make a part 2!
Thanks! We're glad you like it.
The info i was looking for! Thanks ...
You're welcome.
thank you Timmy excellent video !
You're very welcome. Thanks for the compliment.
Very thorough. Great video.
Thanks! We're glad you like it.
Great video, very detail. Thanks.
Thanks and you're very welcome. We're glad you like it.
Great content. This video and the FSM were my guide to complete this job in my garage (I also upgraded the UCAs). One thing I went a little extra on was deleting the hydraulic lines that fed the old shocks in lieu of zip ties. If you trace the line back you can unscrew the fitting, cut and remove the line and install a brass plug.
Glad our video helped you out. It was my original plan to remove everything that was part of the AHC system but that would have taken extra time we did not have. Also, Ryan didn't seem too interested in removing everything, but if he ever does want to, we could shoot a Part 2 to this video showing the removal of the rest of the components.
@@TimmyTheToolman Please do Part#2 of removing the AHC stuff. I've been meaning to do that on my rig. Also, How is the Ironman Nitrogas holding up.? My AHC started leaking and I choose Ironman coz it was on sale. I did the whole thing in Nov2020 Just before this video was released. After having used it for a year now without much offroading and just mild trails in New England, I think I would have been better off with Land Cruiser OEM shocks and springs. I do miss the plush AHC ride and OEM shocks would have been a better choice at least for my use of 90% backcountry/Highway and 10% dirt roads.
@@kamalmani695 Ryan hasn't told me anything about having issues with the Iron Man shocks so I'm assuming they are working fine for him. I don't know if Part 2 will happen. I sort of think it won't because Ryan has no plans to modify his rig further, like wanting to weld on rock rails, which would be a good reason to get all the hydraulic actuators and metal lines out of the way.
I did this mod a few years ago on my 99 LX with all original LC parts after I got tired of spending cash on the AHC; wish I would have done it before I spent that cash though. Nice detailed job you've done. I don't recall having to cut my old shocks though, in fact i still have the all the parts somewhere.
Thanks for the compliment. Yeah, with the tools I had available, I couldn't figure out how to get those shocks out without cutting.
Good video, used your tips to do my pedders kit, ended up cutting access flaps in the rear floor to access the rear shock mounts👍😊
Solid! Glad you used this video to help out with your project!
- Sean
Very nice. And very useful. Thanks. Super like!
Thanks. Glad you found our video helpful.
Amazing!! Thank you for the video...!!
You're welcome Mike. Glad you appreciate the video.
Thanks for the video
You're very welcome Tony.
You can access that top shock nut easier by putting the socket on and add an extension and get it loosened from up in the engine bay. Worked like a charm on my LC
Thanks for the tip.
this was a very helpful video but......i am in upstate NY doing this job a that brass hammer is cute but not up here my friend!!!! keep up the good vids i would love to have you here for a week.
Yeah, dealing with the rust you have to deal with wouldn't be fun.
Nice video. Nice LEXUS!!
Thanks Chris.
Great job 👍
Thanks! We're glad you like it.
Thank you Timmy!
You're welcome Mike.
Great video. I just did the same job and this video was very helpful.
Thanks Paul. Great to hear out video helped you with the job.
I had the same thing done in my 2006 LX470 after a leaking issue from corrosion. It is higher now with the new suspension... With that Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series AHC Delete, What is the biggest and best size tires to fit now? I am thinking about 275/75/18 tires now.😮
Just a tip. Use a 1/2 non ratcheted pry bar with a swivel and the 22MM socket with pop on. Managed to knock it out solo, thanks for all the tips!
Good job Kyle.
Good job as always Timmy. If owner is having issue with HVAC,. Issue where it only kicks- on while in in "AUTO" MAX HOT or MAX COLD. It's likely because, a white hose that I did not see connected in video. I could see it was not in place during removal of dash lower molding. So you wouldn't have known to reconnect it. Look a few inch under IG SW (IG key) in lower molding of dash. You'll see small vent slits. Behind these slits, you connecting the wire to HVAC air sensor. A white hose also connects to this sensor. It's likely, the hose is push back under dash. I see this hose off often.
Thanks, I'll let Ryan know he should check and reconnect it.
Nice vid Timmy. I removed the AHC on my 04 LX470 last February. I ended up using a sawzall and cut the tops off all 4 shocks. Getting those old back shocks out sucked!
Yeah, I agree. Those rear shocks were pretty hard to get out. The flex head 1/4" drive ratchet really helped out.
why not just cut the old shocks in half?
Thank you... very helpful
You're very welcome.
@@TimmyTheToolmanI have to take some times to disconnect those 3 connectors after the summer time. Thanks a lot
Lapel mics are an excellent invention that greatly improves talking videos
We know about them. Haven't had the desire to use them yet.
@@TimmyTheToolman Just that it is hard to hear you in this vid with the mic so far away. That is why many others use them. Would help your vids a great deal.
Great video! I did mine this weekend and referenced this video several times for guidance. Super helpful tips, thanks for putting out great content.
Thanks and great to hear our video helped you out. We appreciate you taking the time to comment. Happy Wrenching!
About how long did it take you to do it?
Thinking of talking mine here soon now that its warm.
@@chupe7561 I spent a weekend on it. Removing the rear shocks was definitely the worst part. I did spc upper control arms as well so that added a little time.
Nice job. We need your feedback about the different btween driving vehicle before and after deleting the AHC.
Great video,ask you buddy to do more LX videos with you.
Glad you like the video Enrique. We will make more videos for these models. How many? I don't know. It's sort of dependent on who hits us up for help. If Ryan hits me up for more jobs, I'll take him up on them.
This is the best video I’ve seen for this . Amazing. I’m saving this for when I buy the same exact lift. Where are you located ? I’d drive all the way to you and pay you rather than a crap shop. I’m in in Jackson TN.
Well, you'd have one hell of a drive getting to us. We are in San Jose, California. Also, we're not really mechanics for hire. We make videos to help people. That's our gig. We're glad you like our video. You'll be able to do this job yourself no problem as long as you have the necessary tools. Get a buddy to help you and you'll knock it out no problem.
@@TimmyTheToolman do you remember the measurements after the lift? Does it sit higher than in H with the AHC?
@@thomasreilly2864 No, I don't remember the numbers and we never compared it to the high setting with the AHC system.
Great instructional video !
My lx470
Had the delete not the computer disabled. Now that flashing light is off! Lol
Thanks. We're glad you like it. No more flashing lights on the dash is a good thing.
@@TimmyTheToolman I have flashing liight and check engine light too
@@rhoodj What's flashing and what are the CEL codes you're getting? I don't have a crystal ball to see what's going on with your rig.
Good work
Thanks Gabriel.
@@TimmyTheToolman 🤜🤛
Super helpful, thanks! Did you drop the diff with the 2inch lift kit? Considering using the same kit.
Glad you found the video helpful Brian. No, we did not install a diff drop on Ryan's rig.
Well done gents.
Thanks Art.
thank you very good timmy video I would like to do it on mine landcruiser 1OO DIESEL 24 VALVE year 2001 AHC to disconnect the dashboard system c is the same procedure thank you
Glad you like the video and good luck with the job.
Thank you Timmy Great job
I have a question I replace the control arm,
and the passenger f side knee assembly is touching the tire any advice?
Spacers or different wheel offset. You replaced the upper control arms with the OEM or aftermarket? Did anything else change?
Thank you for replying
Timmy can I take a video tomorrow the mechanic let them explain to you?
Nice Ironman Products sweet @Timmy the toolman
Thanks Antonio. Ryan likes the Ironman 4x4 suspension.
@@TimmyTheToolman i just grabbed Ironman also for my 2000 4runner 600 pound constant load kit to go with my total chaos fab long travel kit comes with front and real all components
@@AntonioClaudioMichael Cool, good luck with the install and let us know what you think of it after you get some miles in.
@@TimmyTheToolman defenitly will do brother
Hi, thank you for your great video. My mechanic just install my 2” lift, I noticed something was not right because of how the car was handling over the speed bumps. I felt like there is no travel on my front shocks. After measuring from floor to the fender all 4 side reads at 41” I think the front is being so stretched out. So how many inches do you recommend for the front ?
I don't have a recommendation for you. It sounds like your springs are too stiff for your liking.
Just watching this and I find it useful, thanks for sharing. I have a land cruiser with faulty AHC and want to delete AHC am in Uganda, could you please share the specs of the conventional kit
You're welcome. We link the kit we used in the video description. Just click on "Show More" and the description will expand out.
Hi.i did replaced all and diconect all 3 conection the end of job to turn of abs and other light unfortunately those light still on.what should I do.thank u for great video. Fred
Maybe try disconnecting the battery, letting it sit for a while and then reconnect it hoping it resets and wipes out the lights.
Great video! Can I swap my lx470 2006 AHC with lc100 shocks system?
I'm guessing it work work because the Lexus LX470 and the 100 Series Land Cruiser are kissing cousins, but I'm not sure because this is something I have never tried.
Them Ironman torsion bars are nice and beefy
I heard there are some models of LX470 which have 17mm nut instead of 22mm in hydraulic shock absorber units?
I don't know if thst is true. This is my one and only time doing suspension work on a LX470.
Can you do a Torsion bar delete for the lc100 ? Coilover conversion kit in the front suspension.
I'm not sure. This is something we haven't done or done research on. Maybe somebody could answer your question on a Land Cruiser forum or Facebook page.
Hi Timmy this video is awesome I just got done doing this to my 2007 lx470 and everything came out great except for deleting the code I disconnected the 3 plugs from the ecu but the vcrs light is still flashing any
Advice on what to do to get the vcrs light to stop flashing
Try pulling the fuses that are for the AHC system. That might do it. Or, disconnect your battery for a while and reconnect it and see if the VCR lights stop flashing.
Is it possible that most of the improvement in lean and roll in curves is from the beefed up springs?
Yes, that makes sense.
The 111ft lb of the control arm, where would I find such figure before I start the job? Would my mechanic know to check it when he does it?
The torque values are listed in the Toyota factory service manual. You can access that information by buying a subscription to the Toyota Tech Info website. You do need a windows based computer though. The minimum system requirements are listed in a link at the bottom of the page. If I don't have the physical book for a vehicle, I buy a 2-day subscription for $20 and download the information I need for the job I'm doing.
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Hey guys great video. Thanks for the detailed breakdown of the steps. I did the replacement using the Ironman kit. The only difference is I got the heavy duty springs (just thought why not). Now my problem is I cannot reconnect the Panhard bar. I tried jacking up the other side, jacking up the side I’m trying to connect, lowering the vehicle to the ground and jacking up both side, but to no avail. I can’t get it to line up even to be able to use a pry bar. Any ideas or suggestions?
Use a ratchet strap to bridge the gap and bring it close enough to get reconnected.
- Sean
@@TimmyTheToolman thanks Sean. Gonna try that
Hey just an update. It worked great. For anyone else who might need it, I jacked up the truck, connected one end of the hook to the suspension above the bolt head in a hole on the suspension on the passenger side. I then connected the next hook to the left of the driver side bolt in another hole on the suspension. After a few cranks it was almost lined up so I use my pry bar and a screw driver to get the bolt in on one side. After that I jiggled the pry bar while pushing the nut with my hands and it went through. I did not need to knock it at this point. Happy DIY-ing!
Are there openings on all of the tops of the struts for the ahc fluid to be pumped into the struts? I purchased struts from Rock Auto and the struts don’t have openings on the top. Those are the wron struts for the lx470?
Yes, there should be openings on the top.
Great video, Timmy. How long did this project take you?
It basically took us all day. Glad you like the video.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO CHANGE THE REINFORCED TORSION BY LEAVING LEAVING THE MOUNTING FROM HYDRO?
I'm not 100% sure what you're asking.
Does anyone know what size the bleed tubes are for draining the AHC parts?
Here you go:
Brake Bleed Tubing
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I was wondering how's the ride feels compared to ahc ? Which is the most comfortable between ironman, ome and radflo ?
This is a question we can't answer because we haven't set up a LX470 with OME suspension or Radflo suspension. I can say I like my Radflo shocks on my 3rd Gen 4runner.
Great video and very informative! I'm the original owner of my 2001 LX470. It has over 256K and it starts every turn key. I feel that the truck bounces a bit! The AHC system seems to work just fine. At high speeds the suspension drops to eliminate wind drag and at low/normal driving it raises to its normal height like its twin the Land Cruiser. So, when I change the shocks do I also change the springs and torsion bars as well? That seems like a very expensive job...
Are you planning on eliminating the AHC system or are you trying to fix it?
Thank you for responding! To get you up to speed last week I did the AHC Deletion. I used the Strut Master conversion kit. Everything seems good and the family doesn’t notice a difference, but the VSC light and skid control light recently came on. I believe I should change all (4) Speed Wheel Sensors. What do you suggest?
I really appreciate your tutorials. They are straight forward and spot on accurate.
I am looking to do same...install a rear metal bumper, tire , roof rack...should I get medium or heavy suspension...
Figure out the weight you're going to be carrying and then choose the springs that will support that weight and not be too stiff.
Hi, beside the suspension, any other parts I have to change,,,I change mine and I am getting a noise when accelerating
Is the AHC system an older version of the KDSS system.
Not really. The KDSS system only affects the front and rear sway bars. The AHS system controls the stiffness of the shocks.
Exceptional video; However, do you have any experience with a Lexus LX570. I've got a leak in one of the AHC line and the rest may go in the future. I'd like to future proof my LX with a cold spring system. Any advice?
I don't have any experience with the LX570 unfortunately. I wouldn't be able to give you any advice on it.
thank you so much on your quick response@@TimmyTheToolman
@@LtDan-jk7ib No problem.
hello, at the time of removing the duct from the ac, a cable came loose and the LC is immobilized, it does not start even though all the lights on the dashboard turn on, does anyone know how to fix it?
Sorry Kevin, we don't have experience with that. Hope you get it figured out.
Does he now need a wheel alignment? Or is that only if you add lift?
Yes, you would need an alignment after this. Ryan got one. We mention this at the end of the video.
Thanks Timmy, great video, I just did it on my 2005 LX470. However, the front is very low while the back is very high. Can you help me out on how to fix that. Thanks.
You have to adjust the torsion bars to lift up the front. We cover this in the video.
@@TimmyTheToolman Thanks, I tried it, but I will keep tighten it.
@@tomtomjustsayit8514 Maybe you didn't get the arms in correctly to the joints.
I’m at Midwest and getting the torsion bars out was a night mare. I ended up taking it to a shop to get them cut but same issue front was finally able to be 1 inch lower than the front. My mechanic will try to skip 3 torsion teeth in hopes it can raise it an inch more to make it even with the rear. 🤞
Do you NEED to replace the tortion bars? or the shocks and springs will be enough for everyday use.
Well, any suspension kit will come with torsion bars to compliment the package. Could you forego the torsion bars? Yeah, I guess you could but I'd recommend using the ones that come with the kit.
I did on my 2005 toyota sequoia I delete air bags and install older sequoia springs and new rear shocks and feels hard but no jumping all the time
Sounds like it was a worthwhile swap.
@@TimmyTheToolman yes sr my kids are more comfortable without jumping roads now I'm try to find ratling noise on the back like door lose a insulators
Hey, i did mine and getting a grating sound as if CV damage. This doesnt happen when turning but when start accelerating. Was this an issue? Did you use longer arms? did u install a Diff drop?
Was not an issue. Not longer arms and no diff drop.
I bought a lexus lx470 with converted suspension, can anybody help to put it back on AHC, thanks
We couldn't help you, but just know this will be an expensive job for you. You're better off leaving it as is.
why change rear springs and Torsion bars.....can i use the one are on the car
You don't have to change the springs and torsion bar if you don't want to. You could just replace the shocks. Your height though would be at the lowest setting that the AHC offered. If you're cool with that, that would be fine. You could crank up the tension of the stock torsion bars and get a little lift in the front but you couldn't do anything in the rear unless you added some spacers. My buddy Ryan wanted some lift and that's why we replaced the torsion bars and springs with the heavier duty ones that came with the Iron Man lift kit.
As for the spare tyre removal, I lost my spare tire removal 'key'. Any suggestion as to where can I find one?
When you say key, are you talking about the tool thst let's you turn the winch to lower the spare tire to the ground?
Yes exactly that bit
@@XillOverdrive Toyota might still sell them. If not, you'll have to find one used. If you have wrecking yards near you like PicknPull, maybe they have an LX470 on the lot that you can see if the tool for the winch mechanism is still there and you can buy it.
Ironman gives spring options or medium, heavy, and extra heavy. Which were these? I’m sorry I missed you mentioning it.
Open the video description and click on the link we provide. Those are the springs we installed.
@@TimmyTheToolman that’s why I asked, sorry - the link gave 3 options for springs :/
@Lancinator08 Ryan must have gotten the medium springd because he's got nothing aftermarket on his rig to add any weight to it. If you start adding aftermarket steel bumpers, winch, skid plates, roof rack or roof top tents, then you'd choose the springs appropriate for the weight you'll be carrying. You should also consider the weight you'll be carrying on trips.
@@TimmyTheToolman perfect thank you sir!
Ahc is great though, on and off road!
I'm sure it is. The question is, when the system starts to fail and require costly repairs, is it worth keeping? Depends on the person I guess. This video is just giving people the option to go back to a standard suspension system that's low maintenance to maintain.
Did you have to replace torsion bars? Is it recommended
The beefier torsion bars is what gives you the ability to lift the front end. I don't know how the kit would perform without them.
Another question, no springs on front?
No springs. It's a torsion bar system on the front.
I had the same thing done in my 2006 LX470 after a leaking issue from corrosion. It is higher now with the new suspension... With that Toyota Land Cruiser 100 Series AHC Delete, What is the biggest and best size tires to fit now? I am thinking about 275/70/18 to replace the 275/60/18. Any suggestion guys?? Thank you for your ideas.
I don't know what the largest tire size you can run. It sort of depends on what you're willing to do. By running spacers and doing a little trimming in the wheel wells, you can maximize the size you can run. I don't want to throw out a tire size to you and be wrong. Maybe ask this question on a Toyota Facebook page or forum to see what people say.
@@rhoodj OK, good luck and Happy Wrenching!
What did you do to disable the AHC electronic system?
Everything we did is covered in the video. Disabling the electrical component part of the job is covered near the end of the video.
Thank you!
@@mattp6518 You're welcome.
Good morning TIM hope all is well have you heard anything from the 2008 up until 2013 Land Cruiser’s having a issue with the airbag suspension it has apparently some kind of fluid hydraulic fluid and supposedly there’s a pipe that runs along the frame that rubs and gets a whole but I didn’t know if you had any insight on that
I have not heard of that issue but there is lots of fluid lines running along the frame rails for the AHC system.
Strurmaster kit does not require to replace torsion bars. I called them to double check and they confirmed that. Will see, kit is arriving tomorrow....
Ok, good luck with the install.
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Thanks for the thumbs up.
How is driving after removing the ahc?
My buddy Ryan said he like the ride. He said it was equivalent to the medium AHC setting.
@@TimmyTheToolman Thanks alot
@@user-xb1tl4lw5d You're welcome.
Timmy, can I just drop off my aLC 470and put the same system! 😂
Uhhhh, Nope! We make videos so people can tackle the job themselves.
Anyone else have issues with the VSC TRAC, VSC OFF, ABS, and BRAKE light coming on?
Did you disconnect the AHC ECU under the dash like we did in the video?
Yeah :(... I did but still got something wrong I suppose
Great install video by the way really helped!
Same thing here. Did you find a solution?
I’m getting code 0210 and 1223
AWESOME video BTW Timmy. Please have more 100 series content.
Don’t understand why you have to replace the torso bars?
The heavier duty torsion bars are so you can lift the front end.
smart thinking design don't fit cut it lol
It's great until it has issues, then it's not so great. That's why people choose to delete it, rather than try to troubleshoot and fix it.
Timmy where are you based? Do you accept customer jobs?
We're in San Jose, California. We mainly make videos to help people We don't do side jobs.
Hey Tommy please check your instagram DM
Sean handles our Instagram account. He'll get back to you.