Now...for the biggest modification to date...and likely the last mod for a long time...rock sliders!
There are several choices. But i had my requirements:
1. NO DRILLING into frame. NO WELDING. Again, no drilling of any kind. Only use existing holes in frame. Minimal KDSS line manipulation.
2. Strong enough to slide over an obstacle...like when just breaching the breakover angle of LC. I don't plan on off-roading where there is a risk of slamming the side of LC against rock...where the slider supports the weight of LC. I will just turn around if that is a risk.
3. MUST have a step-like function...whether that be a diamond plate over slider or integrated step. Whether it be angled 20 degrees or flat is not a big deal but it must be wide enough for step (front and rear doors).
4. Kickout at the back of slider NOT important.
5. Weight is important...less the better. I do want "some" strength where the slider does not get dented easily...but at same time, i am not building a tank!
6. I do prefer a slider where there is a plate under the frame as part of the support.
Based on above, it came down to two (great) choices. SLEE Off-road has just come out with a "lightweight" sheet metal slider for Lexus LX570. Looks great, not as heavy as traditional sliders, and functional.
BUT, the price is hefty...real hefty...Slider = $1185, LC kit = $49.99, revit nut = $35, drill bit = $24, and shipping cost = $283.86. Total = $1577.85.
The 2nd choice is from ARB. And anything from ARB is top notch in quality and properly tested (including side crash tested).
SIDE RAILS & SIDE STEPS
More info here:
ARB Summit Series Side Rails and Side Steps Kit for 2016+ Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series
I found a local ARB distributor in my city.
Parts # and cost: (
No shipping cost because delivered to my local retailer)
#4415100 Summit Step Section 200 = $821.99
#4415120 Summit Return 200 = $238.99
Total after tax = $1148.51.
Oh, and the weight of ARB sliders are around 85 lbs!! I don't know how ARB did it...but it is heftily constructed yet lightweight.