2000 LX 470

I had the same exact problem, but think it's best to stay OEM. Found a good guy on ebay (link no longer works) but they were in TX. Shipped it, got it back, and everything has been good since.

From my understanding (and I just had this exact work done on mine along with spark plugs and flushing out the system of carbon deposits, etc), the alternator isn't at all connected in to these other items, so I'd just hold off...

I'm a new owner, but did a ton of research. My impression is that that mileage isn't much of an issue if it's been maintained well. Mine has 129K miles on it, was serviced regularly, and has had the transmission rebuilt (which I'm not certain, but have the impression that 140K is about when it'll be due). Get quotes to find out what that may cost (imho). Don't know much about towing, but think you'd be fine. This is a hell of a big/heavy truck. But I'll refer back to my transmission comment above. : ) I think they're supposed to get 12/17, but usually you get slightly better than published if well maintained/proper tire pressure, etc. From what I saw doing research, 12K is a fair price. I paid 16K, but with the transmission already rebuilt. Good luck to you. I'd just have a well qualified mechanic check it out and see what they thought. That's what I did. I mentioned that I was considering a Tahoe with less miles, and they said I'd have a lot LESS problems with the Lexus despite the higher mileage, but that when you do have to do maintenance, it's generally more expensive. Again, best of luck, Greg

Anyone have any success buying tires online? Are there any real savings there? I'll need them in the next 6 months or year probably. Is it better to just stay with a local company? Any thoughts/opinions? Thanks in advance, Greg

I am about to have my mechanic do this bit for me. It's accessed under the hood via the bolts that hold on that quarter panel. His explanation was rather lengthy, and intimidating enough (and I completely trust this guy--if he thought I could/should do it myself, I think he would have told me). So, for about $100, it'll be done, and done right... Good luck...

Hello all. Am a new owner of a 2000 LX 470. Very nice truck. Has 129K miles, and drives like a dream. Bought it from the boss, who already had the transmission work done that's normally required around this point in time ($4500 or $5400--can't recall, but it was insanely expensive for some reason). As soon as I purchased it last week, I had timing belt/water pump/etc done, as well as spark plugs, and the system flushed to removed carbon deposits, etc (all of this work totalled about $950). That should have me in good shape under the hood. I ordered a new antenna mast off of ebay, but when I removed the old one, it unfortunately left most of the nylon cord in the motor. I talked to my mechanic, and after he explained what was necessary to access the motor, I'll just let them do it ($140 or less). Last major item is the radio. I did a lot of research on the Nakamichi 6 disc problem off ERR3 and it not ejecting discs. I found a company on ebay in Texas that refurbishes them, and assured me that it will not be a frequent repair, that after they are done with it, it should be good for sometime, and they warranty for 6 months. Was going to go with aftermarket touch screen, etc, but that was pretty pricey compared to $210 including shipping both ways. They also said they normally only keep them a day or so. If you need information, let me know. A few questions: Has anyone been successful removing the 2nd seat cupholder that's in the back of the front center console? Doesn't slide smoothly, so want to remove, clean, lube, etc, and see if I need other parts. The butterfly clip in the front cupholder is also 50% broken, but at least one side still functions properly. Help replacing that would be great. Lastly, on the right jump seat in the back, the cable came away from the plastic handle that releases the inside/left side anchors so you can swing the seat up. Currently, I use needle nose pliers to pull a lead ball on the end of a cable, but would love any insight here. Thanks in advance guys, and will contribute as I can. Cheers, Greg

I just paid $4.99 for directions on the internet, and after doing so, and reading them, felt rather, err, dumb. : ) Simply pry/pull off the moulding piece that surrounds the stereo and a/c. Lay it forward.You'll see four phillips head screws. Remove them, and then pull the system forward, and remove the 3 plugs in the back. That's it. Took me 5 minutes. Cheers, Greg