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This build has definitely progressed quite a lot since I first started following it...

I'm curious to know what you would:

Do again...

Avoid doing....

Things you've done that you like the best....
 
infamousRNR said:
This build has definitely progressed quite a lot since I first started following it...

I'm curious to know what you would:

Do again...

Avoid doing....

Things you've done that you like the best....
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So this actually took me a while to think about it, it's a pretty good question.

I can't really think of anything that I necessarily regret doing. Almost everything I've done has taught me something.

Suspension for example. I started with an Old Man Emu lift and even though it only gave me an inch and a half of height, it served it's purpose for many many years and now it lives on on another members rig. The Toytec Ultimate lift came into play when I was looking for a bit more flex and height and was the most expensive lift I could afford. It too served it's purpose. I found out quickly that I need something bigger and better for going fast in the desert. So I found some cheap Icon's with resi's on craigslist and gave them a shot. As much as I hate them, they taught me that I don't like digressive valving. I spent $1500 on ADS coilovers and I don't really regret that either, I love them and I love that company.

Same story with tires. The 255/85's I loved. Great tire size. I love my 35's too.

My only regrets are really in the wiring of it all, but I'm going to fix all of that this summer.


That said, if I were to do it all again, here's what I would do:
1999-2000 Sport Edition 4Runner
ADS Coilovers in front (2" lift)
ADS shocks in the rear with some 7.5 LC wraps
1" body lift
285/75/17's (34" tire)
Some kind of Uniball Upper control arm
Toytec links in the rear
Savage Off-Road Armor
Air locker in the Rear
 
Looking good Connor!

Are you staying out in AZ now or are you coming back? I'm working on night photography out in the desert as well, may be fun to go out together sometime.
 
Looking good Connor. Glad I stopped in as usual.

Cool to se your out enjoying photography too... such a fun hobby. Night shooting is so much fun, you've inspired me to get out and do it again soon. And thanks for tipping me off on that Pulse device, that thing is badass!
 
rickashay said:
Looking good Connor. Glad I stopped in as usual.

Cool to se your out enjoying photography too... such a fun hobby. Night shooting is so much fun, you've inspired me to get out and do it again soon. And thanks for tipping me off on that Pulse device, that thing is badass!
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I'm having a blast here in AZ. So much to explore during the day, and even more at night. Photography is my way of remembering each night! I'm looking forward to the Pulse. I'll definitely put it through it's paces as soon as I finally get it! Thanks Addison!










So I hit 204,000 today, so I figured time for more updates.

I decided my next venture would be the front approach angle. The Savage bumper has been great for the years I have put it through, but it sticks out 12 miles past the front of the truck. That will be taken care of this summer.

So I took care of something a tad smaller first, with the help of David (D_Farms):

You can see in this photo how low that first Savage skid sits. (Most likely so it can say "Savage" haha).
Screen Shot 2016-04-23 at 10.31.18 PM by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

So naturally the only logical option was to cut it in half.
Untitled by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

My other issue was the front C-Channel crossmember was bent in and has been since I got the truck. So I cut that out too.
Untitled by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr
Welded in a piece of angle iron closer to the radiator to get the skid tucked tighter.
Untitled by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

Then we bent a piece of 3/16ths and start mock up.
Untitled by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

Hella gussets bro
Untitled by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr


Annnnnddddd finished:
DSC_0128 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

So I went out Horseshoe Lake to relax a little bit today
DSC_0081 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

DSC_0084 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

DSC_0088 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

All about dat fitment bro
DSC_0089 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

These Icon's ride like shit but they flex well!
DSC_0095 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr

Truck still looks decent too
DSC_0111 by Connor Rhoades, on Flickr
 
4Running Daily said:
The 4runner drives 1000 times better then before, these brakes have been stuck for probably two months. It's so much better I can't even express it. Hopefully my gas mileage gets better now. It was at 13 earlier this week.
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So you have 35s with no body lift?
Can you elaborate on what you had to do to fix all rubbing?
Are you re-geared?
Are you satisfied with 35s?
 
Bijan said:
So you have 35s with no body lift?
Can you elaborate on what you had to do to fix all rubbing?
Are you re-geared?
Are you satisfied with 35s?
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You quoted a post from the first page which is interesting.
I actually have a body lift now. It's a progressive body lift, so the front is lifted 2 inches, but the rear isn't lifted at all. This allows me to gain up travel up front without compromising my center of gravity.
In order to clear 35's, no matter what, you'll need to tub the firewall. It's just the only real way to eliminate the majority of the rubbing. I'm also running 1" wheel spacers up front to keep the tires away from the frame.
I'm not re-geared. I don't plan to unless I find a good deal on parts.
I love these 35's. They made this truck so much more fun. I was getting pretty bored with it before, but my enthusiasm towards it has definitely sky rocketed in the last year. That said, I see a custom front end of some kind and 37's in the future.
 
We need to go back to that ruby wash and finish the whole trail, maybe well bring some snips to clear the nastier brush. also during the day haha.
 
4Running Daily said:
**** no haha. I hate Icon with a passion that burns brighter than the sun. Still running ADS front coilovers.
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Oh I saw the pictures and noticed you mentioned the Icons. I'm considering an upgrade to ADS from this Radflo 2.0 garbage since I'm about to go all shrockworks on my front bumper. What spring rate would you suggest with the ADS? Figure bumper plus 64 pounds for the winch.
 
jstim said:
Oh I saw the pictures and noticed you mentioned the Icons. I'm considering an upgrade to ADS from this Radflo 2.0 garbage since I'm about to go all shrockworks on my front bumper. What spring rate would you suggest with the ADS? Figure bumper plus 64 pounds for the winch.
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The ADS coilovers come with 650lb springs, and I think that would be perfect for you. I think a 700# coil would be too much.
 
jstim said:
Did they ever build a rear shock for you?
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No because I don't know what I want to do yet. I could have them build me rear shocks that bolt into the stock location, but I want coilovers in the back too. So once I make up my mind on what to do with that rear axle, I'll have them build me something accordingly.
 
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