I'm more in the center of PA, but I often ride on private land our offroad club has access to in Johnstown PA. Lots of Pittsburgh residents drive out for events if you're looking for a good group of Yota's to wheel with.
Solid axles are favorable under almost all circumstances when riding offroad. The only two downsides are having less differential clearance and ride quality when on road.
If you do, Marlin crawler has a very nice SAS kit you can order for fairly cheap, though if you want it done right the...
This was a 4Runner a guy in our offroad club built with Rockwell Axels underneath and 4-linked the front and rear. It is what sparked my adoration for 4Runners. 4 years later, I finally got one for myself (below) that I will surely keep with me for many years.
Hey fellas! I'm new to the forum but know I will be very active on it. Just got a 1985 4runner. I always wanted the first gen for a long time, so glad I found one less than two hours away. Has a 5" lift on 35's. Needs some TLC which is what I've been giving it the past several weeks. Going...