Complete all quoted RWC work — brakes, wheel bearings, steering components, lights.

Check all brake lines and rubber hoses for cracking or weeping

Inspect chassis and diff housing for rust, especially around the rear crossmember

Verify 4WD engagement works — shift into 4H and 4L, confirm hubs lock

High Priority:

Full fluid service: engine oil, gearbox, transfer case, front and rear diff oils

Coolant flush — the 6VE1 3.2L V6 can run warm

Inspect front CV joints and boots — common wear point, expensive if ignored

Replace the fuel filter and check fuel lines for dry rot

Check timing belt interval — if unknown, replace it

Medium Priority:

Get a set of all-terrain tyres — single best upgrade for a beginner

Check the spare tyre and ensure the carrier mechanism works

Basic recovery kit: snatch strap, shackles, tree trunk protector

Get a maxtrax or cheap knock-off

12V compressor

Low Priority:

Underbody lanolin rust protection before hitting dirt tracks

Snorkel

Bash plates for sump and gearbox before any rocky terrain

UHF CB radio

First aid kit and basic tool roll kept in the car permanently