06 SE Build

All Pro spacers have been installed. Wow, what an improvement...this is how these 4Runners should look right out of the factory. Reminds me a little of my '98 :(

I installed them, drove 50 miles, and then re-torqued everything. I'm guessing the initial install went flawlessly because after 50 miles none of the lugs were loose (on the spacer OR the wheels). Anyways, everything is all buttoned up and I'm planning on checking them again after 200 miles just for the hell of it. Great excuse to drink beer and wrench.

Sidenote: I purchased thread locker but I don't plan on using it. As an engineer by trade, it just doesn't make sense to me to use it. What especially confuses me is the spidertrax recommendation of applying thread locker then checking torque after some time. Not only are there differences in static/kinematic methods of checking torque but the whole idea seems counter-intuitive. Checking the torque of a fastener held in place with high strength thread locker? Not wrapping my head around that one...
Also, I'd like to be able to easily remove them should I decide to get wheels with different backspacing someday. Somebody please correct me if I am completely wrong :)



I ordered the Gibson Catback Exhaust from Jason today....$284 shipped seemed like a fair deal. I purchased an AFE Prodry S air filter from him a couple months ago and the transaction was very pleasant.
 
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Gotta love Plasti Dip

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Just a little fun out in La Grange:

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JVC KW-NT30HD installed:

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Also decided to Plasti-Dip the wheels:

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Gibson exhaust should be here this week. I also ordered the Daystar 2.5/1.5 lift. It'll just be temporary until I decide to pull the trigger on new tires and the full OW setup. Enjoy.
 
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Nice truck! :thumb3:

Is the HU a factory Nav? Can you post some straight on pics of the HU with it turned on please?
 
HU appears to be a JVC per his post about it.

Nice looking truck! I think i might try plasti-dipping the front grill like you did. I just ordered a yakima load warrior with extension that needs some tlc. How hard would it be to plasti-dip the whole rack? I was originally thinking of hitting it with bedliner and if I do that I'll probably do the grill at the same time, also with bedliner or plasti-dip, whichever i decide to go with but the plasti looks great!

Good decision on the 98 to 06! I did the same back in 09 when my first gear gave out on my 98. Check out my build for other nice 06 mods :)
 
Casper421 said:
Looks pretty good for not unbolting the grill!

The rig looks great bensanders!
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lol

Thanks man. It took about 3 minutes to tape everything off and obviously way less to remove it.....seemed just as easy as unbolting it (the overspray just wipes off being that it's Plasti-dip)

SilverGs said:
Nice truck!

Is the HU a factory Nav? Can you post some straight on pics of the HU with it turned on please?
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Thanks. The unit is the JVC KW-NT30HD.

jpless said:
HU appears to be a JVC per his post about it.

Nice looking truck! I think i might try plasti-dipping the front grill like you did. I just ordered a yakima load warrior with extension that needs some tlc. How hard would it be to plasti-dip the whole rack? I was originally thinking of hitting it with bedliner and if I do that I'll probably do the grill at the same time, also with bedliner or plasti-dip, whichever i decide to go with but the plasti looks great!

Good decision on the 98 to 06! I did the same back in 09 when my first gear gave out on my 98. Check out my build for other nice 06 mods :)
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Thanks! I would probably use bed-liner on the roof rack, I imagine cargo sitting on a Plasti-dipped roof rack would tear the PD up pretty good.

Definitely go with PD on the grill, you can just peel it off should you decide to sell the vehicle to somebody who isn't thrilled about a murdered-out grill, lol.
 
Installed the Gibson exhaust today. It took about 3.5 hours to install however, some of the time was spent waiting for my dremel and saws-all batteries to charge. I'm pleased with the results so far in terms of fit and sound.
 
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Somebody wanted a picture of the HU so here's a quick one at night. You can adjust the unit's buttons to match your vehicle...looks close enough.
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Minor milestone:
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bensanders said:
Yeah? I'm down as long as it doesn't change the flat black look. I have a feeling clear coat is going to shine it up a bit. Also, can it be applied several weeks after applying the PD?
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you should be able to find matte clear coat at any hardware store to maintain the same appearance. yes you can apply it whenever you want as long as you clean the surface first.
 
darkie3495 said:
you should be able to find matte clear coat at any hardware store to maintain the same appearance. yes you can apply it whenever you want as long as you clean the surface first.
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Good deal, I'll look into it.

Went to the coast over the weekend, here's a couple pictures.

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I'll get better pictures and make some comments on the install eventually, just too tired right now...needless to say it wears you out.

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I'm happy
 
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