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Well, the first couple mods have officially started the build. I tried stuffing my Niner in the back of the FJ and it was just a little too big. If I removed both tires it would be a piece of cake but who wants to go through all that as often as I ride? I had my eye on the Thule T2 bike rack and made my purchase. So far I have only given it a go a few times but I will say it’s a really nice piece of equipment. The anti-wobble hitch pin lock is really snug and secure, the quality of all parts is excellent, loading 1 or 2 bikes is a breeze and it’s light enough to remove and store in the garage with ease. I was a bit worried it would work with the full-size spare tire hanging off the back of my FJ, but it folds up with JUST enough room. When I mount a larger spare back there I will probably have to shave the plastic on the rack just a touch. After I get to use it for a while I will post a follow-up review.

I guess you can say the first “official” mod to the FJ would be the window tint I had done tonight. I gave my good friend Doug a call at Tint Perfection (949-646-TINT) and headed on over to see he. He works out of Orange County and is mobile. Doug has been tinting the windows on all my trucks for over 15 years. He actually removes door panels, shaves corners and makes sure the tint is secure before you drive away. He knows his business and that’s why he is very successful at it. If you need tint, give him a call.

The FJ is looking pretty sexy if I do say so myself. My build plans are under way and it about 2 weeks I should have some new goodies on the ride. Sadly, you will probably have to wait a while to see them as the build will be completed in Four Wheeler Magazine. I’ll post up when it starts popping up in the magazine so stay tuned.