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Old 03-04-2016, 06:54 PM #1
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Stell4R's Blurple Build
Well I picked up my 4Runner a few weeks back and have been going through some of the builds over and over again to dream about what I wish I could do to my truck but 95% of those wont happen (at least for a long while).

From what I could tell the PO was a old guy who just wasnt driving much anymore so he sold it. Runs fantastic and cant wait to get out camping with it.

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2001 Toyota 4Runner SR5
121k original miles
3.4L V6
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Maintenance
Heres the maintenance I will be doing within the next week or so:

Finished!
  • Battery

Still gotta do
  • PCV Grommet
  • PCV Valve
  • Spark Plug Wires
  • Spark Plugs
  • Fuel Filter
  • Radiator & hoses

Also waiting for the new plates to come in and going to get that rear door fixed up a little bit so the metal isnt showing at least. If anyone knows someone near Seattle that'll do the work for a cheap price let me know.
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Maintenance my ass.
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Oh, and I have a few body shop hook ups that could probably set you up on fixing that rear door, just let me know.
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Maintenance my ass.

Oh, and I have a few body shop hook ups that could probably set you up on fixing that rear door, just let me know.
Haha should probably change that to "budget" as I can slowly save.

I'll send you a message here soon about that. Undecided if it's worth fixing the dents.
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color is sick! have fun dude!
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color is sick! have fun dude!
Thanks! I really dig it, especially in the NW where it changes between dark purple to a bright dark blue depending on the weather.

I think I'm probably going to paint the front and rear bumper parts that are chrome to a black since they aren't in great shape anyway and I've never been a huge chrome fan. Should show off the color more too.
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I would consider swapping the rad for a new one for piece of mind.
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I would consider swapping the rad for a new one for piece of mind.
I actually got one from a friend for free. Not the Denso so I might look into selling it but need to see what the quality of it is and if its just worth keeping and putting in. Starting to gather the parts for that swap (new hoses, etc).

Updating that post now.
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New Battery
Well going to post up a few updates since its been a while and want to keep a good record.

Heres the new battery and install.
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Woah! Holy thread revival!
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New 2010 SR5 Wheels
Got some new wheels/tires to replace the stocks so that down the road the brake upgrade wont be a problem. They are 2010 SR5 wheels/tires. Loved the look of them and for most of my parking lot trips and highway helped with comfort.
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Woah! Holy thread revival!
Haha I know. Ive gotten pretty lazy and wanted to get it up to date. Mostly for my piece of mind.
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New wheels, winch and running board removal
Ok well heres where I stand currently. Got a package deal for some 2016 Trail Edition wheels and a Smittybuilt winch that I could pass up.

Also took off the running board to clean up the sides and help make it look like I lifted it.

Heres how its sitting right now:



On the agenda is to have a friend fab up a front bumper hitch receiver or save for a bit and get a NWTI plate bumper for the winch.



Also picked up a pair of OME shocks for the rear with 15k miles so keeping an eye out for some FJ front/rear springs to give a little lift.
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Looks great with the new wheels!
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