What Did You Do To Your 3rd Gen Today?

Kelevra · Nov 11, 2017

octanejunkie said:
Welcome and congrats! Don't forget to check in here...

Thanks a ton!
I'll get a few fotos up just as soon as I have it next, (My Dad's the OE, ok with maint but not particular like myself, hehe).
Def. have an OEM radiator as my first bit, and then goes Tundra front brake upgrade. It's from the NE, so the under isn't beautiful, but most all looks good, from a 30 min inspection on a lift. To be straight, I've not decided if I'm keeping it or selling it, although I've always enjoyed driving it during the winter, and the body is super-clean. I guess we'll just have to see. :thumb:

Kelevra · Nov 12, 2017

Kmurt said:
Empire state...hows the undercarriage look?

Maintenance first, then upgrades is where I would begin.

A lot better than I thought it would, haha. Studied it on a lift for 30 min. Gas tank cover is shot, muffler is on order, a few other bits. Pop's selling it to me, he's the OE. I've used it during a bunch of winters, always amazing. Def. beginning with maint items first. Pix, when I'm at their place tomorrow.
Thanks.

GhostRing · Nov 12, 2017

Tried to fix my cracked auto shifter handle (unit is separated at screw holes) but I think it's toast...

Ricktuk · Nov 12, 2017

She is back on the road running great. Got under to check out the suspension front end felt a little funny was expecting to have to replace ball joints. to my surprise joints are tight. but the outer steering joints have some play and it appears so does the rack. Had a shaking when braking but the rotors looked good, took off the drums and surprise (not really) it was oily inside. looks like new rear axle seals.

BrianK14 · Nov 12, 2017

New USB power outlet, and LED cup holder lighting. It’s not quite as bright as it looks.

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Mark_BC · Nov 12, 2017

Kelevra said:
New here. Lowest mileage? Bought my Pop's 02 LTD (one owner 60K miles, Very good condition).

Have $2K to put into it. Where to begin? I have an idea, but would like to hear your thoughts. Thanks in advance, JD.

Poke and scrape the rear differential pumpkin cover, they rust real bad but the paint can still be stuck to it so it looks OK but it may go almost all the way through.

TMP · Nov 12, 2017

Finally got around to adding the bends to my Ripcord fuse platform and installed it in the rig today in preparation for a blue sea fuse box, fuses, starter relay, mean green alternator and 2nd battery set up. This is my big winter project.....

https://flic.kr/p/21nTzQ5 https://www.flickr.com/photos/152444593@N06/

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t4rFL · Nov 12, 2017

took some night shots

DSC_9667 by Mike, on Flickr

DSC_9663 by Mike, on Flickr

octanejunkie · Nov 12, 2017

Installed my Aussie Locker and test drove it.

TMP · Nov 12, 2017

octanejunkie said:
Installed my Aussie Locker and test drove it.

How was it diving around? Any extra noise?

thecole1098 · Nov 13, 2017

thecole1098 said:
Went to the dealership today on my off day to replace my steering rack with a new low/high pressure line assembly, poly bushings for the rack and pulled the front diff to reseal my oil pan. Had to leave it overnight cause I still need to machine my front rotors and replace my pads cause my last mudding adventure ruined my front brakes. Oh and an alignment will probably not hurt tomorrow haha.

Finished this all up today and WOW what a difference. Feels like a completley new truck. I actually feel safe on the highway now lol.

Also, I don't know if it's coincidence or not, but I achieved a new record high of 23MPG average on my ScanGauge after driving around for a while today. That is crazy good for a 3" lifted 4WD on 33" mud terrain tires.

habanero · Nov 13, 2017

fourfive said:
I like the length of your sliders. From rough measurements I took I think I can get away with 66" sliders maaaybe 67" and still clear my 315s. Just started going through your build in YT, a lot of good information in there & a well laid out table of contents that makes it easy to navigate! Some good looking 4runners at your place. When you gonna move build over to t4r :behindsofa:? jk, this coming from someone that doesn't even have a build thread :nerd:. I joined YT a few years ago but don't think I've ever posted anything there.

Addicted Offroad sells 68" for the 3rd gens- look up some pics of those to get an idea of what something that long looks like?

Thanks for the compliment- I already had a table of contents but then I ran across BigFishAllDay's thread with links and totally stole his idea. :nod:

Kelevra · Nov 13, 2017

Mark_BC said:
Poke and scrape the rear differential pumpkin cover, they rust real bad but the paint can still be stuck to it so it looks OK but it may go almost all the way through.

Will do, as it's certainly not pretty..

octanejunkie · Nov 13, 2017

Got a new passenger bottom seat foam from a fellow forum member in the mail on Friday and installed it in my drivers seat today.

But that wasn't enough work, so I swapped the seat covers between the passenger's and driver's seats and buttoned both seats up with zip ties.

Sorry only one pic, I had limited time working alone.

Kelevra · Nov 13, 2017

2002 T4R Limited with 60,000 miles. My Dad's the OE, and selling it to me this week.. Tons o' maint to do!

jbrentd · Nov 13, 2017

First mod...ditched the running boards.

TMP · Nov 13, 2017

Kelevra said:
2002 T4R Limited with 60,000 miles. My Dad's the OE, and selling it to me this week.. Tons o' maint to do!

Holy crow!!!!!!! Beautiful!

tystaco · Nov 13, 2017

Picture is crap but I added a driver's side "Oh $h!t" handle. Grabbed two from the junkyard, the back seat ones fit perfectly for the holes hiding under the headliner and are typically a lot cleaner since they see no action. 1 minute job once you have the handle.

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octanejunkie · Nov 13, 2017

tystaco said:
Picture is crap but I added a driver's side "Oh $h!t" handle. Grabbed two from the junkyard, the back seat ones fit perfectly for the holes hiding under the headliner and are typically a lot cleaner since they see no action. 1 minute job once you have the handle.

Good idea!

MarkamisPrime · Nov 13, 2017

jbrentd said:
First mod...ditched the running boards.

It always starts with the little stuff
It’s all in the details [emoji1419]

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