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**The RickRunner Build**
CURRENT PHOTO
_08I6248.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
20170923-_08I4542 by Tamarack Media Co., on Flickr
_08I0441 by Tamarack Media Co., on Flickr
MODS
Suspension
Front:
- Icon 2.5" Coilovers w/Resi's (650lb springs)
- Total Chaos UCA's
- Total Chaos Spindle Gussets
- Total Chaos Cam Tab Gussets
- Wheeler's Superbumps
Rear:
- Dobisons 675 Rear LT coils
- MetalTech UCA's & LCA's
- Icon 2.0 LT shocks & stainless shock guards
- Wheelers Superbumps
Armor:
- Pelfreybilt Aluminum Front Bumper
- Element Aluminum Belly Skids + Gas Tank Skid
- Element Bolt-On Sliders
Rolling Gear:
- Stealth Custom Series Ray10 Wheels w/OMF True Beadlock Conversion
- Toyo R/T 295/70R17 Tires
- BORA 0.75" Wheel Spacers
Lighting:
- LS430 Retrofit
- Baja Designs Squadron (amber/fog pattern)
- Baja Designs Flush Mount LED (rear hatch)
- Baja Designs S2 Sport (awning light)
Overland Gear:
- Prinsu Design Rook Rack
- ARB Awning & Awning Room
- ARB 50qt. Fridge
- ARB Air Compressor
- Odyssey 31M Battery & Pelfreybilt Battery Cage
Recovery:
- ComeUp Gen2 9.5RS winch
- Factor 55 Fairlead & Prolink
Well, here I go again...
It's safe to say that I might have a problem. At least that's what my wife and friends sometimes tell me. I've gone through six vehicles in the last 12 months, they weren't all built Toyota 4x4's but I have a rap sheet of those as well...
I'll spare the history though, if you're interested in my other builds just check out the " Dirt Duster", " Tom Cruiser", or " Doug"."
Back to the point. I am recently married and my wife and I have been having discussions about having children. I also have 2 dogs and love everything outside. It doesn''t hurt that I always liked the 4th Gens and after owning a pretty clean example ("Phil the 4th Gen") earlier this year (which I sold LOL), I kinda started to like the platform. Phil was the best color, and a Sport Edition, but did not have the 2UZ so I knew it wouldn't last. In light of our recent discussions my wife and I realized the 4th Gen was the perfect platform for our upcoming needs and if we were going to look for one, it would have to be a clean (BC truck preferably) with low mileage, and have the V8. After being screwed out of a very clean 07' Limited V8 (seller sold it out from under me before taking delivery), I knew the hunt was on. A few weeks of hard daily classified scavenging, and I found "Rick". Rick has an interesting back story to say the least. Something that I will elaborate on a little later. However, here are the things you need to know:
- 05' Limited V8
- West coast BC vehicle it's whole life
- It has 43,000kms on it. No, that is not a typo.
Fast forward to last weekend and I was on a plane with my wife, headed for Vancouver. We made a quick weekend getaway out of it and landed Saturday morning at 8:30am in Van, BC.
IMG_8084.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
Coming into YVR
IMG_8087.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
The current owner picked us up at the airport and we quickly finalized the deal. My wife and I spent the rest of the day and part of Sunday meandering around and enjoying the awesomeness that is Vancouver.
IMG_8091.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8092.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8094.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
We headed back to Calgary on Sunday where we gave the 4Runner a much needed stretch on the highway to work out any buildups in the engine. It's been driven but at 43,000kms it sure hasn't been driven a lot. My fuel economy has been improving with each tank which I think may be related to this.
Since being back in Calgary, I felt urged to remove the ugly running boards as my first official "mod".
IMG_8113.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
And a couple detail shots of the rig to start the documentation process off in the right direction. The plan for this build is to document everything. You may even see a lot of video style VLOG's as well. Something that I think would be a pretty cool concept for a truck build. I'm stoked to dive in.
IMG_8103.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8104.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
Paint is like new:
IMG_8110.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
Original glass:
IMG_8109.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
So fresh, so clean!
IMG_8111.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8112.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8114.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
That's all for now. Stay tuned!
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11-02-2016, 10:04 AM
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Don't like it...can't stand the color, hate the name.
Ha! Nice find, like to see how this proceeds...
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11-03-2016, 02:07 AM
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Before I dive too deep into this thing, I am going to take the initial build slow and take care of a lot of the smaller details I always seem to miss when parts start showing up.
I do a lot of 'Adventure Touring' in my 4x4's. They need to be very flexible as the terrain I wheel on varies so much. I literally want a truck than can drive to the Rubicon (from Canada) and drive back home. Something that is comfortable on medium-hard difficulty trails, but just at home on the highway going 75 MPH. And seemingly, the older I get, the more I seem to be getting into the whole camp-and-relax thing.
Basically #RickRunner will be my basecamp for adventure.
On the to-do list for the short term:
- Pull seats and detail interior
- Synthetic oil change
- Redline synthetic ATF
- Diff breathers
- 115V always on mod
- HCF mod
- Replace hood struts (they almost killed me today)
- New HU w/Bluetooth
- Weathertech mats
- Fluid film frame and touch up all surface rust
Long Term goals are something that will evolve with the truck, but as it stands:
- 34's or 35's
- SCS kicks (still deciding which wheel I want to go with, maybe the new 17x9 F5's)
- 4.56 gears and ARB lockers F/R
- PrinSu Roof Rack
- Headlight retrofit (keeping this under wraps until it's done)
- Suspension.... debating on a simple coilover setup with UCA's, +2" LT, or no-compromise +3.5" LT
- Camping mods...
HCF Delete (11/2/16)
I had 30 mins to spare tonight, so I popped off the airbox cover and checked the air filter. Used a box cutter and hacked off the plastic rivets holding in the HCF. They say "instantly improved throttle response", and I think I'm ready for it. haha
IMG_8116.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
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11-03-2016, 02:15 AM
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haha now i know what you mean, awesome, twinsies. I remember seeing your old V6 now that i think about it, can't wait to see how yours comes along as well.
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11-03-2016, 04:42 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rickashay
Before I dive too deep into this thing, I am going to take the initial build slow and take care of a lot of the smaller details I always seem to miss when parts start showing up.
I do a lot of 'Adventure Touring' in my 4x4's. They need to be very flexible as the terrain I wheel on varies so much. I literally want a truck than can drive to the Rubicon (from Canada) and drive back home. Something that is comfortable on medium-hard difficulty trails, but just at home on the highway going 75 MPH. And seemingly, the older I get, the more I seem to be getting into the whole camp-and-relax thing.
Basically #RickRunner will be my basecamp for adventure.
On the to-do list for the short term:
- Pull seats and detail interior
- Synthetic oil change
- Redline synthetic ATF
- Diff breathers
- 115V always on mod
- HCF mod
- Replace hood struts (they almost killed me today)
- New HU w/Bluetooth
- Weathertech mats
- Fluid film frame and touch up all surface rust
Long Term goals are something that will evolve with the truck, but as it stands:
- 34's or 35's
- SCS kicks (still deciding which wheel I want to go with, maybe the new 17x9 F5's)
- 4.56 gears and ARB lockers F/R
- PrinSu Roof Rack
- Headlight retrofit (keeping this under wraps until it's done)
- Suspension.... debating on a simple coilover setup with UCA's, +2" LT, or no-compromise +3.5" LT
- Camping mods...
HCF Delete (11/2/16)
I had 30 mins to spare tonight, so I popped off the airbox cover and checked the air filter. Used a box cutter and hacked off the plastic rivets holding in the HCF. They say "instantly improved throttle response", and I think I'm ready for it. haha
IMG_8116.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
IMG_8120.jpg by Addison Rickaby, on Flickr
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I'm like you, the older I get, the more relaxation plays a big part in my life. Question... do you think you will need front and rear lockers? I plan on doing some sort of rear locker on mine (my intended use is similar to yours). I've read that the IFS is not robust enough for front lockers, although people do install them. My plan is to install a winch to help in those difficult places if needed. I think if I were to do the Rubicon, like I did with my Jeep Rubi, I would swap to a solid axle. Just my thoughts!
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11-03-2016, 09:23 AM
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Sweet man!
I followed your build on your 3rd gen as i bought one around the same time as you (still one of my favorite rigs). Now i just bought a 4th gen a few days ago. V8 4x4 2003 black so can't wait to see another quality build from you! Lol, my hood has almost killed me also and my new struts are arriving today!
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11-03-2016, 09:36 AM
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11-03-2016, 12:31 PM
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Great writing and attention to detail, excited for more.
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11-03-2016, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by SunPilot
I'm like you, the older I get, the more relaxation plays a big part in my life. Question... do you think you will need front and rear lockers? I plan on doing some sort of rear locker on mine (my intended use is similar to yours). I've read that the IFS is not robust enough for front lockers, although people do install them. My plan is to install a winch to help in those difficult places if needed. I think if I were to do the Rubicon, like I did with my Jeep Rubi, I would swap to a solid axle. Just my thoughts!
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I actually have Front and Rear air lockers in my Tundra. My Tundra is on 35's and only has the 7.5" front diff which is the same as the smaller, 3rd Gen 4Runner front diff. I have locked up the front multiple times and used it a ton in the deep snow. For my purposes, yes I will absolutely do it again. Especially since the 8" front end in the 4th Gen is stronger than the Tundra diff. A large part of the horror stories associated with front diffs and IFS is a result of locking it up at full lock and suspension compression, where the CV axles are binding and maxed out. My Tundra was built to only have 1" of lift and clear the 35's, which has kept my CV angles well within the range of a stock Toyota. Not to say you can't break a CV or front diff with a locker on IFS, but technique and vehicle setup play a HUGE factor in this.
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Sweet man!
I followed your build on your 3rd gen as i bought one around the same time as you (still one of my favorite rigs). Now i just bought a 4th gen a few days ago. V8 4x4 2003 black so can't wait to see another quality build from you! Lol, my hood has almost killed me also and my new struts are arriving today!
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Haha that's too funny! Thanks for the compliments, still miss the Duster. I'll be watching out for your build too!
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Great writing and attention to detail, excited for more.
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11-03-2016, 06:12 PM
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Love your Tundra, can't wait to see whete this goes (again)
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11-03-2016, 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by rickashay
I actually have Front and Rear air lockers in my Tundra. My Tundra is on 35's and only has the 7.5" front diff which is the same as the smaller, 3rd Gen 4Runner front diff. I have locked up the front multiple times and used it a ton in the deep snow. For my purposes, yes I will absolutely do it again. Especially since the 8" front end in the 4th Gen is stronger than the Tundra diff. A large part of the horror stories associated with front diffs and IFS is a result of locking it up at full lock and suspension compression, where the CV axles are binding and maxed out. My Tundra was built to only have 1" of lift and clear the 35's, which has kept my CV angles well within the range of a stock Toyota. Not to say you can't break a CV or front diff with a locker on IFS, but technique and vehicle setup play a HUGE factor in this.
Haha that's too funny! Thanks for the compliments, still miss the Duster. I'll be watching out for your build too!
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Where's the build thread on that!
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11-03-2016, 08:22 PM
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Love your Tundra, can't wait to see whete this goes (again)
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lol, thanks. I appreciate that someone else can laugh at my problem. haha
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Where's the build thread on that!
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#Doug >>>> *Rickashay's 04' Tundra* - A build of Compromises - Expedition Portal
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11-04-2016, 01:35 AM
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definitely the cleanest 4th gen in calgary, or at least cleaner than mine with the trail dammage mod
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11-21-2016, 04:22 AM
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Better pick up a low voltage disconnect from blue sea as well.. one of my most valued mods with in my pickup
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11-26-2016, 03:14 AM
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Uh oh... my wallet it starting to hurt.
Ordered the following today:
- Metal Tech rear LCA's and UCA's
- Metal Tech LT rear springs
- Icon LT rear shocks
- Rear extended lines
- MT bumpstop drop spacers
- Total Chaos LCA mount skids
- RuTech AIP module/bypass plates
- Pelfreybilt aluminum front bumper
Now need to decide on the fronts... and tire size.
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