paulwardinc - 2011 FJ "Beach" Cruiser Build

2011 Iceberg White Toyota FJ Cruiser 4WD/Auto Transmission

Bone Stock less than 24 Hours off the Lot



Convenience Package –
keyless entry; cruise control; power side-view mirrors with illumination markers; daytime running lights; rear privacy glass; rear window wiper and a spare tire cover. This package also includes a rear backup camera integrated with an auto-dimming rear-view mirror.

Off-Road Package –
trail-tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, electronically controlled locking rear differential [2], Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), floating-ball Multi-Information Display with inclinometer, compass, and outside temperature

Additional Options from Dealership –
Auxiliary/Fog Lights (Off on High Beams Version) – Want to figure out how to disable.
Drop Hitch
Roof Rack
Factory Carpet Mats (started coming apart within the first week)

After Purchase Modifications
Lighting;
Sylvania Silverstar Ultra White Headlight Bulbs
DRL Disable
Amber LED Mirror Lights
144 LED Dome & Map Lights

Exterior;
NCFJCruisers.com Decals
OEM Rock Rails w/ Step Assist
Ricochet Bash Plate & Ricochet LCA Guards

Interior;
Midland 75-822 40 Channel 2 Way Radio / Cobra HGA1500 Magnet Mount 300W Antenna
OrangeBoxx Design & Fabrication Side Cubby PSD (NCFJ Edition)

Drivetrain;
K&N Drop-in Filter
Flowmaster 40 Muffler w/ Stainless Tip

Future Plans (Not in Order);
Lift/Level - Thinking Rough Country
285/70/17 Tires & Wheels
Black Out

I figured I'd go ahead and start a build thread to document my build. You won't see anything crazy here since this is still my daily driver but hopefully I'll make wise choices and help others out as well. I also plan to talk about the good and the bad here and keep the mileage and mpg's updated so you guys can see the affects on upgrading!

2-14-12 (Valentines Day ) Averaging 17 MPG and have a little over 8600 miles on her.