2022 GX Discussion - Black Line Edition in black and Nori Green Pearl/ AA CP 10.3"
#557
2022 GX 460 - does it come with skid plates?
Hi! Nobody at a dealership knew the answer whether 2022 GX460 Premium comes with skid plates. I see a fuel tank protector is sold
https://parts.lexus.com/p/Lexus__GX-...764135100.html
https://www.thepartsspecialist.com/o...VkIFByb2R1Y3Rz
Is it a replacement to existing or something I can buy as an add-on? I travel on gravel roads with rocks shooting up once in a while.
Many thanks for your help,
https://parts.lexus.com/p/Lexus__GX-...764135100.html
https://www.thepartsspecialist.com/o...VkIFByb2R1Y3Rz
Is it a replacement to existing or something I can buy as an add-on? I travel on gravel roads with rocks shooting up once in a while.
Many thanks for your help,
#558
There are stock skid plates at the front that cover the engine and front diff, but nothing behind that. There are lots of aftermarket products that offer beefier engine covers as well as for the rest of the undercarriage. Check out this thread for more options:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...s-sliders.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...s-sliders.html
#559
There are stock skid plates at the front that cover the engine and front diff, but nothing behind that. There are lots of aftermarket products that offer beefier engine covers as well as for the rest of the undercarriage. Check out this thread for more options:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...s-sliders.html
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...s-sliders.html
#560
Unless you're planning to use your GX as a dedicated off trail (and by this I mean anything worse than a fire road) there is no reason at all to buy anything more than factory skids for any other reason to feed one's ego... the factory skids are more than ample for 99.5% of applications outside offroading over rocky terrain or paths with severe breakover angles...
the full length gas tank skid a solid oem upgrade for some additional protection. I would encourage if going this route to check out the 4runner forum or craiglist. you can often pick up a takeoff gas skid from a 4Runner offroad that is the same part number and bolts right up for full length OEM coverage. this is what I did, cheap and easy protection.
the full length gas tank skid a solid oem upgrade for some additional protection. I would encourage if going this route to check out the 4runner forum or craiglist. you can often pick up a takeoff gas skid from a 4Runner offroad that is the same part number and bolts right up for full length OEM coverage. this is what I did, cheap and easy protection.
#561
If you change your own oil and filter Budbuilt makes for some easy oil filter changes. No need to go full length if you don't see yourself going off-road. The front Budbuilt skid can coexist with mid-OEM skid but it does leave a small gap.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...id-plates.html
If you do go with 3rd party skids over transfer case it can afford you the option to make CAT theft more difficult. Not impossible but increases odd thief would move on.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gx-...id-plates.html
If you do go with 3rd party skids over transfer case it can afford you the option to make CAT theft more difficult. Not impossible but increases odd thief would move on.
Last edited by Acrad; 02-28-22 at 01:19 PM.
#562
BlackLine Roof Rails Delivered
Got my roof cross bars delivered today.
@Acrad posted the correct part# on one of his many posts that helped me find them from an online Lexus parts dealer. Had to provide VIN in order to complete the order (got a call back from the dealer). Apparently, Lexus does not want people buying these w/o actually owning a BlackLine.
https://www.lexuspartsoutlet.com/oem...rea-pzq3060205
Lexus Parts Outlet: $237.80
Total with shipping $253.52
Much better than the $400+ when delivered on the truck.
Still don't quite understand how folks put a roof tent and gear on top and stay below the 176lbs rating.
@Acrad posted the correct part# on one of his many posts that helped me find them from an online Lexus parts dealer. Had to provide VIN in order to complete the order (got a call back from the dealer). Apparently, Lexus does not want people buying these w/o actually owning a BlackLine.
https://www.lexuspartsoutlet.com/oem...rea-pzq3060205
Lexus Parts Outlet: $237.80
Total with shipping $253.52
Much better than the $400+ when delivered on the truck.
Still don't quite understand how folks put a roof tent and gear on top and stay below the 176lbs rating.
Last edited by bowhun2r; 03-05-22 at 08:37 AM. Reason: cross bars... not actually roof rails.
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#563
Got my roof cross bars delivered today.
@Acrad posted the correct part# on one of his many posts that helped me find them from an online Lexus parts dealer. Had to provide VIN in order to complete the order (got a call back from the dealer). Apparently, Lexus does not want people buying these w/o actually owning a BlackLine.
https://www.lexuspartsoutlet.com/oem...rea-pzq3060205
Lexus Parts Outlet: $237.80
Total with shipping $253.52
Much better than the $400+ when delivered on the truck.
Still don't quite understand how folks put a roof tent and gear on top and stay below the 176lbs rating.
@Acrad posted the correct part# on one of his many posts that helped me find them from an online Lexus parts dealer. Had to provide VIN in order to complete the order (got a call back from the dealer). Apparently, Lexus does not want people buying these w/o actually owning a BlackLine.
https://www.lexuspartsoutlet.com/oem...rea-pzq3060205
Lexus Parts Outlet: $237.80
Total with shipping $253.52
Much better than the $400+ when delivered on the truck.
Still don't quite understand how folks put a roof tent and gear on top and stay below the 176lbs rating.
#564
#565
These are the BlackLine cross bars that extend past the roof rails. I put one on (without the end caps) to show you the fit.
Same bars for nearly half of the cost if getting them delivered with the truck as a dealer add-on.
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#567
2022 interior updates, happy?
Now that many of have had your updated 2002 gx for awhile, I’m wondering how pleased you are with the updates they made for this model year. I’m especially interested in hearing from those who went from the previous infotainment and dash layout to the new one. Obviously the addition of apple CarPlay is a welcome addition as is the larger screen but other interior changes were made to accommodate this so I’m curious how happy you are with the new style. I watched a YouTube where the reviewer was critical of the new layout and updates, which surprised me but caused me to wonder if his view was shared by any of you.
#568
It’s good that you asked for real owners because reviewers and critics are all trash. If the infotainment is anything like my 2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime then it’ll be a welcome update to an otherwise ancient system.
#569
I traded in my 08 RX350 for my 22 GX. I have gone from the stone age to high tech. The RX did not have any safety features like traffic and passenger detection, mirror blind spot, backup camera, Lane departure, folding mirrors, auto dimming headlights, remote starting. This is my first rodeo with an infotainment screen and was ignorant of how the earlier screens were smaller and some functions were hard to use. In the RX I used my phone for navigation. Matter of fact if I wanted to talk to someone while driving I had to use my cell phone which I really did not like because I felt it was distracting to my driving. Now I can use the infotainment screen to make calls as well as the phone controls on the steering wheel. I love the navigation on the 10 inch plus screen. So easy and much safer to use than my cell phone sitting in a cup holder. I also like the ability to see weather radar on the screen. I find I use the touch screen more than the touch pad although both are easy to use. Bottom line ignorance is bliss as I have never owned a vehicle with so many bells and whistles and I really enjoy driving my RX with all of the features that the infotainment screen gives me.
#570
I understand the infotainment refresh and I love mine. However, compared to my friend's '17, he doesn't have as much difficulty as I do installing a center windshield-mounted phone mount. For me, that competes with the infotainment screen. The way the screen sticks out above the rest of the dash is, of course, necessary for its size and it has to be above the vents unlike previous model years. If they had only updated the screen/display (IPS, LED, OLED, etc. would be better than the older LCD), the software to exclude the certain functions and added the physical buttons/***** instead, and the Android Auto/Apple CarPlay functionality, I would have still bought a '22 GX. This is to say that I am NOT one of the people that bought a '22 because of the center stack's appearance. The redesign to include the larger display, to me (just my opinion), offered no real advantage other than aesthetics, but has some drawbacks in terms of the real estate above the dash. Though, I'm not the type to mount anything and everything on my dash like some overlanders out there, it's certainly nice to have the option to do so. I think that would have been a happy middle ground that would have pleased just as many people. Owners of older model years would also have the choice to replace theirs with the new unit since only the internals differ. On the other hand, '22 owners like myself would get to add the MTS. I only use the track pad because of the new screen/functionality. Without it, I wouldn't need the track pad.
Just my .02...
Just my .02...
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