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Old 12-04-2013, 04:31 PM #1
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My slow build thread

So it took months of research (thanks T4R) to figure out what model 4runner to get. I was sold on the 4th gen as my wife had a 2004 SR5 before our family outgrew it and we traded it in for a Sequoia. I enjoyed that car immensely and I am not a huge fan of the 5th gen.

The vast knowledge on this forum made me realize I wanted a 4th gen post 2005 when a lot of the exterior changes occurred (as well as Toyota120.com).

After searching in LA and TX, I finally came across a 2006 SR5 4WD with 90,000 miles. It was extremely well taken care of and as soon as I test drove it, I was sold.

Of course, as I found valuable information in this site, I also quickly caught the MOD bug. I am interested in conservative modifications so this thread is dedicated to those MODs as I install them. My first modification is a DayStar 2.5 / 1.5 with Spidertrax and 255 75 17 tires. I ordered the Spidertrax today and I plan on purchasing the tires and lift next week.

Here is how she looks today, in all her stock glory (sorry for the cell phone pic). I'll post updates and pics as they occur.
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Looks good! I'm excited to see the progress and what mods you end up doing...I'm looking for some simpler mods to begin with as well.
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Congrats on the new purchase. Look forward to seeing how you make it yours.
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Looks good! I'm excited to see the progress and what mods you end up doing...I'm looking for some simpler mods to begin with as well.
Thanks! I will post pictures as soon as I have them available. There are so many options and the pictures posted on this forum have definitely helped me decide what I want to do. I'm excited to pay it forward
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Congrats on the new purchase. Look forward to seeing how you make it yours.
Thanks a lot!
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Just ordered tires and Spidertrax!

I went with Firestone Destination ATs - LT 255 75 17. Tire Rack has a distribution warehouse in Shreveport so I'm able to pick them up and save on shipping

Also, ordered the digital fit Weathertech floor mats! I plan on putting everything together in a couple of weeks so I'll post pictures.
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Nice Looking 4Runner I'm looking for a 4th Gen right now in the Ruston area have a local guy who just went to an auction ready to see if he came back with anything! What spidertrax did you get?
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Nice Looking 4Runner I'm looking for a 4th Gen right now in the Ruston area have a local guy who just went to an auction ready to see if he came back with anything! What spidertrax did you get?
Good luck with your search! I went with the 1.25 spacers. I believe spidertrax only makes one size for 4runners. Mine are scheduled to arrive on Wednesday
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Congratulations! Look forward to watching the transformation.
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Congrats on your new Toy! I'll be keeping an eye on your thread to see how it progresses.
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Congratulations! Look forward to watching the transformation.
Thanks! I've trolled your build and I truly admire your ride!
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Congrats on your new Toy! I'll be keeping an eye on your thread to see how it progresses.
Thanks! I will post some updates this week and I think my first big mod will happen on the 20th
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Spidertrax..

UPS visited me last night !!
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Tires!

I picked up my tires today - went with Firestone Destination ATs 255 75 17.

I like the fact that there is a TireRack distribution warehouse down the street.
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Lift, Tires & Spidertrax went on!

Yesterday everything was put together! Day Star 2.5 1.5, new tires (Firestone Destination ATs 255 / 75 /17 and Spidertrax! I'm going to try to post before and after pictures, so hopefully this works...

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