This is my favorite build thread I've read so far... choice mods, lots of creativity and DIY ingenuity, and making use of what you can find sweet deals on. Props to you sir!

What is that filler piece you used to mount the sports? I’ve been considering a set of Amber sports I just don’t want any gaps between the square lights and round openings.


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WOW nice 4runner!!


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@Whytey this is a wicked awesome build thread, props! Not to mention, killer photography. Curious, did you ever post a link to the center console organizers you ordered on ebay?

Thank you! Hope you find the one you are looking for!

Thank you Zach!
And i'm just getting started! Haha, I guess it never ends. Few things to update on and a few more things on the way too.


I used the kit designed for the Tacoma's. Fit is pretty good and just requires drilling one hole in the bumper. Easy to do and far batter than the stock fogs.
Tacoma (12 - Current) / 4Runner (10 - Current) Fog Pocket Kit / Tundra (14 - Current)


Thank you!

Appreciate that! Thanks a lot.
Heres the stuff i got:
Toyota 4Runner - SALEX | ORGANIZERS

After 2.5 years of owning my 4runner I finally pulled the trigger on a proper suspension kit. Initially I had planned on going with Fox 2.5 in the front and Fox 2.0 w/ resi in the rear. But my local shop informed me of some new to the truck world Elka Suspension. Apparently pretty popular in the Snowmobile and Summer toy world. Figured I would give them a try. They do not offer a kit for the 4th gen 4runner so we had them put the correct size bushings in at the facory. Here are the specs:

Going from XREAS (100,000 miles) w/ Daystar 2.5"/1.5" spacer lift and 265/70R17 tires to Dobinsons C59-677V rear coils with 285/70R17 tires I gained 2.9-3" hub to Fender and 3.5-4.5" ground to fender.

Front:
Elka 2.5 Reservoir with DSC
Eibach 14"x650# spring installed (replaced 13"x700#)
Total Chaos UCA with Delta joint
Timbren Active Offroad Bumpstops

Rear:
Elka 2.5 Reservoir with DSC
Dobinsons C59-677V
Timbren Active Offroad Bumpstops

Before I lifted I was running XREAS with Daystar 2.5"/1.5" Spacer lift on 265/70R17 wheels.
Measurements before:
Driver Front-
Ground-Fender: 36"
Hub to Fender: 21 1/8"

Passenger Front-
Ground-Fender: 36"
Hub to Fender: 21"

Driver Rear-
Ground-Fender: 36"
Hub to Fender: 21 1/2"

Passenger Rear-
Ground-Fender: 37"
Hub to Fender: 21 3/4"


After the lift I upped my tire size to 285/70R17's.
Measurements are:
Driver Front-
Ground-Fender: 38 1/4"
Hub to Fender: 22 1/2"

Passenger Front-
Ground-Fender: 38"
Hub to Fender: 22 1/2"

Driver Rear-
Ground-Fender: 40 1/2"
Hub to Fender: 24 1/2"

Passenger Rear-
Ground-Fender: 40 1/2"
Hub to Fender: 24 1/8"


I have had this kit on for about 4-5 months now and am very happy with it. On the road it is definitely softer (i also removed the front sway bar...) and offroad it is a dream. No more clunking or hard drops like I did with the Daystar.
The adjustability is nice and still need to play with it a bunch.

PRELIFT:



POST LIFT:

The local shop to me told me about a Canadian company; Elka Suspension, that was getting into the truck market. They come from a world of UTV's, ATV's and snowmobiles. I figured I'd give it a try and support a Canadian company at the same time. Currently at this time they do not offer these shocks for a 4th gen 4runner so Krave Automotive (my local shop) worked with Elka to get the correct bushings installed from the factory. These shocks come with 13" x 700lb coils (I believe) so I have a set of 14"x650lb Eibach coils installed as well. This provides me with a bit more lift and a softer spring rate (no front bumper as of yet.)
I paired these shocks with Total Chaos UCA' with a delta Joint pressed in (apparently better suited for our climate up here.) I put 2nd gen 4runner rear end links on (longer) and went with a pair of Dobinsons C59-677V rear coils. Timbren Bumpstops in the rear and I've got front ones on the way.
I've had this kit on the vehicle for about two weeks now and absolutely love it. I don't have much experience with aftermarket shocks so my comparison is coming from a spacer lifted stock XREAS suspension but these feel amazing. The shocks front and back have dual speed compression adjusters as well so I've been playing with that and tweaking to my liking.

Before:


After:

I posted this a while ago but figured I'd add it to my thread.

I Got back from a 700km trip and while I was getting the mud off as thoroughly as I could I noticed this:




Rear Lower Control Arm nut fell off somewhere and the bolt almost backed itself out completely. I did not feel anything strange but I'm pretty happy I caught it when I did. Can't imagine what would have happened if that arm dropped while on the highway.

Managed to get a new nut on in the parking lot of work. I had to use a ratchet straps to get the bolt all the way back through.

Yikes.....only "liked" as a dislike

Work has been getting in the way of my summer way more than I would like. But I am trying to get out as much as I can. Weather is changing and nights are getting colder here way up north but I figure i've still got another month or so of easy camping. Then i'll have to switch from the Duvet to a proper sleeping bag.Haha

I picked up a set of full Aluminum Skid Plates from R.A. Motorsports in Edmonton, Alberta. Installed everything but the skid plate yet (havent had time.) I figured Aluminum should be good enough for what I need. Not planning on heavy rock crawling but if they will save me from the impacts that would disable the vehicle then they are worth the money.

I have been in limbo with a friend of mine regarding my Coastal Offroad Rear bumper. Its sitting nearly completed and we have been playing tag with our availability to get the final fitting done before powdercoating. Hopefully dropping it off tomorrow to get that going soon!

Now i'm dreaming of a front bumper and sliders... Problem is getting them up here to Canada without getting gouged on currency exchange, shipping and duty...

This photo shook me for some reason. There’s probably not another soul around for miles. I used to backpack quite a bit and haven’t been out in four or five years. Missing it so hard right now. Thanks for the inspiration to get back out there.

As for the sliders and bumper. Have them built and powder coated, drive down and have them installed. Probably cheaper than shipping and import costs lol. Good luck!



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Love that a photo made you feel that way!
Hope you get a chance to go on an adventure soon!

Might be the route I go. Unless I can find a local shop or fabricator to make me some. Would be my first choice.

Can you provide a link for the bussman system as you have it setup? I have seen some pre-built ones online before but none like this...Did you just end up making this yourself?? Also how did you end up mounting that powertray?? Any close up shots? Also what model should I get?? Sorry for all the questions but I am about to get a similar electrical setup and want to do my research before I buy anything. Thanks!

The Bussman unit I bought came wired already. There is a guy who builds these and sells them on Ebay. I will try and find a link to it.

Send powertray's an email and inquire about the 4th gen tray with the Bussman cut out. They did this for me a year and a half ago so should still be do able.
The powertray is designed to bolt right in. I'll see if I have any pics of it for you.

I used this thread:
DIY - Build and install a Bussmann RTMR Fuse/Relay Block | Tacoma World

This is probably the most comprehensive walk through I have ever seen and it was extremely helpful. Has more info than you'll ever need!

I am actually contemplating replacing this Bussman unit as I have exceeded the number of relays available. Need to get something bigger. So if you are interested I could have an entire setup ready to go...

I would definitely be interested! Please let me know!