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It's the "Side Body Trim Protector" or "Rocker Panel Moulding Protector" Maybe it prevents kicking rocks up when reversing in 2WD on gravel?

Another vote here for Gaia. Idk if you have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, but Gaia works with those if you want to put the map on the built-in nav screen. I've used it that way and just on a mounted phone. Downloadable maps, MVUM layers, cell coverage maps for major carriers. Plus it's great if...

Hammered out a 1/4panel dent, adjusted passenger door hinges and handle mechanism.

'87 with the top on

Perfect answer. If you want the TRD skid plate, it should be available as a dealer option, or you could just find someone on here that's selling theirs. The blackout on the silver is a very good look imo.

Replaced window motor Replaced the passenger window motor in the '87. Up next: more troubleshooting on the rear window so I can swap the top.

Picked up some lumber. 16-footers and some shorter pieces.

I like it! Classic and not over-the-top, and it gives you a unique look.

Yea, it's probably done by some special robot arm drill or something. I like your idea of a bolt stop. After drilling the pilot hole, I switched to a bigger bit and got too much torque bite, so I backed down on the bit size to wallow it out. I did wish I had a grinder bit for the Dremel, I...

That is the full parts list for the swap. Like hsteidinger said, it would definitely be worth it to try and find one from someone who doesn't want theirs anymore. Still baffles me that such an easy install is only available as a factory option (and not w/ KDSS!) They do seem to pop up from time...

Hey, I know that campus! Nice build!

The extended warranties can often be cancelled after the sale, you could look into that to reduce your financing/pay it off earlier if you don't want the warranty.