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As a "pre-purchase" member, thank you for this thread! So much awesome info. stay tuned for build thread!

Why isn't this a sticky yet?

Great resource.

Just did the 12v constant mod. Thanks!

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There are a ton of spam posters in here, copying earlier posts to seem legitimate by increasing their post counts. Almost the entire last page is all spammers-in-waiting

I actually just purchased a (new) to me 2004 4Runner 4WD. I got 265/70/17 BFG KO2's put on yesterday and am looking at getting the Daystar kit, rola roof rack (with extension), and Demello bumper. I have a couple of questions (I have tried searching with no luck).

I don't have the tools needed to install the Daystar kit so I called a local 4wheel place to get a quote (I live in Knoxville, TN). They said they would charge $300 to install the Daystar kit which seems pretty reasonable considering 4wheelparts quoted me almost $800 for the kit + install. The kicker is he said he wouldn't do it unless the kit comes with rear shocks. He said being raised 2.5" in the rear would stretch the stock shocks. I am basically clueless when it comes to stuff like this so I am unsure if the kit a) come with shocks or b) if this would be an issue? From what I have read it seems like this is a pretty straight forward install going on stock components. Sorry for being ignorant. He said he sells some rough country lift for $200 that comes with the shocks, but I haven't read too many good things about RC stuff on here.

Also, the front bumper has a gouge on the front corner near the fog light. It seems pretty deep. I am, hopefully soon, going to be replacing this bumper with a Demello bumper (which will require another suspension upgrade). So, I wouldn't mind fixing this issue until then. I am curious if I would just need a front bumper cover or if its more extensive. I added a picture so you could get an idea of the issue (the picture is from the dealership when I bought it, if a closer picture is needed I can take one).



This thread and this forum has been great. When I am having a slow work day I can spend hours on this board just researching.

Thanks in advance! I would of posted a new thread but I don't have enough posts (and I posted this in the new members thread but I don't think that thread gets too much action).

I would start a new thread for this, not as many people will see it in here.

Thanks. I'll do that. I just have to wait a little bit (not enough posts currently to make a new thread).

Knoxville? I figure it that's wal Vol is, several of us around to help if needed

Yup! I live in Knoxville. That's awesome! I probably will end up needing help sooner rather than later so that's good to know! You guys have any meets or anything? I am just now getting into this obviously and not an experienced off-roader but would love to get involved.

@TiN @Urbanrunner716 looks like we have another!

Vol the only problem is you have a black T4R! We like white, lol!

We met in October at Cars and Coffee, all we have really done so far.

Sorry, we only help guys with white 4R's. Lol jk jk, glad to see someone else in Knoxville! Welcome to the forum! I don't think we have any meets planned but I'm sure we can schedule something. Also if you need help with your suspension don't be afraid to ask us, I'm pretty sure we all installed our own suspension ourselves.

I'm just making it easier to point out the newbie! That's awesome- if you guys do anything in the future let me know! Hopefully I'll see you guys around town.

Hey guys..hate to post this here, but I found this 4runner for sale and am going to test drive it this weekend: 2006 Toyota 4Runner SR5, $14,990 - Cars.com

A 2006 with only 85,000 miles for about $15,000. Does this seem fair?