[ST1FLER]

its not a car

[kevstaarr]

Originally Posted by ST1FLER

its not a car

Excuse my language, it's too early in the morning

[Bootleg]

I'm surprised you had any rubbing with this setup. Like I said in our other conversation, I have zero rubbing with the same wheels and the same tire size, albeit a different tire. I have the Terra Grapplers.

[jaboki]

Originally Posted by Bootleg

I'm surprised you had any rubbing with this setup. Like I said in our other conversation, I have zero rubbing with the same wheels and the same tire size, albeit a different tire. I have the Terra Grapplers.

It's probably the rim offset.

[Bootleg]

Originally Posted by jaboki

It's probably the rim offset.

same exact wheel.

[jaboki]

Originally Posted by Bootleg

same exact wheel.

Oh interesting. I wonder if it's the beefier treadmarks that's just slightly bigger.

[Mistaken]

Great wheel choice!

[kevstaarr]

Originally Posted by Bootleg

I'm surprised you had any rubbing with this setup. Like I said in our other conversation, I have zero rubbing with the same wheels and the same tire size, albeit a different tire. I have the Terra Grapplers.

I was actually quite surprised myself, but I mean it’s not too worrisome. Pretty sure it’s due to the brand of tire,I only rub on full lock anyways. I’ll get around to fixing it when I’m not lazy.

[kevstaarr]

Got my lift kit installed! Nothing too crazy, just the Daystar 2.5" Comfort Ride Lift Kit (KT09134BK). This should keep the mod bug away for me for awhile

Silver Star Auto Repair
2607 Tyler Ave
El Monte, CA 91733
(626) 453-0502

Heard many good things about this shop from friends and decided to stop by today to get a quote on my lift kit installation. Ended up leaving my rig at the shop and came back a couple of hours later with the lift installed.

Ryan and Jay really know what they are doing. Jay owns a 3rd gen 4Runner on Icon suspension. They were straight up with me and said they have never worked on a 4Runner with KDSS, but assured me that they would get the job done, and they delivered. I highly recommend this shop if you are near the LA/SGV area.

I'll get pictures up once the it stops raining, this will do for now:


Still need to go and get a an alignment, hopefully I'll get lucky and there are shops that would be open on a Sunday.

[kevstaarr]

Got the lift installed 2 weeks ago, got an alignment done yesterday, and finally hit up some trails over at Azusa OHV with a couple of buddies. The Falken's held up great in the mud and dirt. There was one portion where I got stuck due to choosing the wrong line, but I was able to get myself out. I wanted to test out the different Multi-Terrain Modes, A-Trac, Crawl Control & other settings, but didn't want to hold up the line. There's always next time for that. I was actually impressed that my friend's stock Subaru Crosstrek XV was able to keep up with us!
It was definitely a learning a experience, no major damage. Just left with a couple of pinstripes, but can't wait to go back out and hit some more trails!
Here's a couple photos:

[Mjno87]

Originally Posted by kevstaarr

Got the lift installed 2 weeks ago, got an alignment done yesterday, and finally hit up some trails over at Azusa OHV with a couple of buddies. The Falken's held up great in the mud and dirt. There was one portion where I got stuck due to choosing the wrong line, but I was able to get myself out. I wanted to test out the different Multi-Terrain Modes, A-Trac, Crawl Control & other settings, but didn't want to hold up the line. There's always next time for that. I was actually impressed that my friend's stock Subaru Crosstrek XV was able to keep up with us!
It was definitely a learning a experience, no major damage. Just left with a couple of pinstripes, but can't wait to go back out and hit some more trails!
Here's a couple photos:

was it the first water crossing you got stuck? i remember trying to go thru the middle and just sunk lol, was able to get myself out going back and forth. Rig looks good man!

[kevstaarr]

Originally Posted by Mjno87

was it the first water crossing you got stuck? i remember trying to go thru the middle and just sunk lol, was able to get myself out going back and forth. Rig looks good man!

Surprisingly, I actually didn't get stuck in the water! I got stuck on an on incline lol. But I know exactly which part you are talking about, a Land Cruiser & Tacoma got stuck & had to be pulled out.

[bsdoig]

Are those wildpeaks the p-rated version? How are you still liking them? They seam pretty aggressive for a p-rated if they are. Looking at these tires and 265/70/17 C load ko2. The Ko2's are double the price....@

[kevstaarr]

Haven't had much time to update since I've been busy juggling a 8-6 Monday through Friday and handling family business over the weekend. Haven't had much time to go wheeling. Here's a couple photos from my last wheeling session.
Quick lunch before hitting the trail:

Aftermath:

[kevstaarr]

Came home the other day and my exhaust & roof rack came in. Just finished installing the exhaust earlier today.

Took a little bit longer than expected due to the stubborn hangers. It seems as if the OEM hangers were too short and the tip of the muffler was resting on the bumper. Quick little trip to an auto parts store and problem solved.

Hopefully I'll get around to installing the roof rack later on today or tomorrow once I have a helping hand.