Recent content by Mad4Rnr

100k mile update! Been awhile since I did any work on this old rig so last week after the odo turned 100,000 miles I decided it deserved an upgrade. I've been needing new tires and been looking at the FJ's TRD/BFG wheel and tire package since they run the 265-75 R16 AT's, which is a nice small...

So I haven't had the time to start the fiberglass enclose but I was able to install some Dynamat in the rear. Just a couple small pieces on the driver side to dampen out the stray bass and road noise: On the passenger side I used a lot more Dynmat since the enclosure will fill this cavity...

Thanks drifter Went ahead and mounted the cap to the seat back and then the amp with some 1/2" spacers so I could route the wires under the amp Still need to strain relief the wires with some padded clamps but for now it works To finish up I bought an off the shelf woofer enclosure...

I took the front cover off the sub bass controller and mounted the in the left hand switch bay of the center console using supplied hardware. It always bugged me that the DAC switch is located in the center console so I decided to move it to the left side of the steering wheel. Just cut the...

I started the install by gutting the inside of the truck, it didn't take too long at all but this ain't my first rodeo either. I used the factory drivers to trace out the baffles on 1/2" MDF. I used 1/8" MDF for the tweeter mounting plate. Then I busted out the heat gun and roller to...

It's been a few months since I worked on the Runner but a couple weeks back I got the itch to start modifying again. I started by getting a new exhaust system including a 50 Series Flow Master and a nice side output chrome tip, nice low rumble without being too obnoxious. Then I bought some...

Thanks, next mod definetly will be to pull the running boards and finish the stereo system. My plan for the system is to install Infinity separates up front and coax's in the rear. Also a Sound-stream 5ch amp and 10" sub in a custom box molded in the right rear panel. Unfortunately I won't be...

Yes, those are the p/n's I installed. If you are not installing a lift in the rear I'm pretty sure you want the C514's. I don't remember if there was an alternate p/n on the box when they arrived.

So, I decided not to go to work today and work on the 4Rnr instead. First things first I went to my local car audio store and picked up the correct Metra dash kit. It looks better than not having a dash kit but I think the design is funky and the texture doesn't match well. Someday maybe I...

My new Clarion NX409 nav head unit showed up so this morning I tore into the dash to pull the the stock stereo. Here is a picture of the fresh piece of electronic gear after I installed the ISO brackets: Then I went to town soldering all the joints between the harness and adapter, I also...

Thanks, As far as parts go the Bilstein shocks were like $290 shipped, the FJ springs were $70 off CL and the 1" Daystar spacers were around $50. Top it off with $60 for an wheel alignment and $35 for the spring compressor. For labor I spent at least 5-6 hrs on Saturday tearing the front end...

Yep new wheels and tires are in the works but need to get some more milage out of the current stockers first or else the wife will be sad at me. I'm located in Sonoma County, Petaluma to be exact. I grew up in Marin County and went to Chico State to get my Engineering degree. I currently work...

Thanks for the warm welcome! The water temp gauge seems to be running lower than normal since the lift. Could just be a misjudgment on my part but normally the gauge sits dead center and now after it warms up the gauge sits just below center. I figured that raising the front end could yield...

Got the steering aligned this morning and have to say this is a great mod for anyone looking for a little more ride height with a slightly firmer ride and better handling. This should have been how the 4Runner came stock from the factory! I can't find my before measurements but when I do I'll...

Just finished the first mod to my 2004 4Runner! FJ Cruiser springs with Bilstein shocks and a Daystar 1" spacer up front to level it out: Struts assembled: BEFORE: AFTER: This is a great mod for anyone looking for a little more ride height with a slightly firmer ride and better...