Another one is riding the trails in the sky . . .

[Menace Kustoms]

Well, I haven't been around much. I had my truck set up pretty much how I wanted it. I was just driving it everyday, loving life. Then, a couple weeks ago, in the rain, on my way to work, I rolled my truck. I'm getting choked up just typing this because I LOVED my 4Runner. It's a total loss, and I didn't keep it. Parting it out would have been too painful for me. I'm not buying another 4Runner, not now anyways. I needed something totally different to put my mind into. The accident shook me up pretty good. But hats off to the trucks, because I walked away completely unharmed, just a few cuts and bruises. RIP LoneRunner. . .

In all of its glory:




And how I left it, with tears:







Thanks to all the awesome people on here, I learned a ton from all of you guys. I hope I contributed something to this community.

 

[JWaldz]

Bummer man, glad the truck kept you safe in the accident. Hopefully you find yourself another one in the future. Good luck.

 

[Supermoney]

Wow sorry to see this happen to you and your 4Runner, at least you are okay. Any details on how it happened? Get cut off or something?

 

[absalom]

This is a great reminder to myself to slow down in slippery conditions. Thanks for sharing OP.

 

[diponyou]

Glad you made it out in one piece. Looks like the runner soaked up most of the damage.

 

[MTD]

Glad you are okay man. I am still astonished about how rigid the chassis of these trucks are it kept you safe right up to the end.

 

[KingSuper]

Really sorry to see this dude, you had a sweet rig. It's awesome though that you just walked away! I would have kept that grill as a momento! Hope you get back on the saddle and 4wheeling soon bud, take care.

 

[SP2PILOT]

At least you walked away.

 

[Ruff]

Based on the damage to the truck, it's Amazing that you did not get hurt.

The truck did his job, to protect you in case of an accident.

Base on your truck pictures I can tell that you like building it up and enjoying it. Take some time and get back on the horse.


Ruff

 

[Scramble]

So sorry for your loss, glad you are ok. Buy another one & salvage any parts you can off the old one.

 

[Hepar]

Damn. Glad you're ok.

Would you mind telling us in a little more detail how it happened? Might be good for others to read to avoid a possible future incident.

 

[Peevedkitten]

Sorry to hear about your wreck and your runner! Glad you're ok though.

I got hit on my motorcycle in February and walked away. I haven't been able to get on one since. The minute I throw my leg over it or put a helmet on I start having panic attacks. I definitely understand the need to do something different man, good luck on whatever you decide to do.

 

[Menace Kustoms]

The accident consisted of fresh rain, in the desert where we never get rain. The back end stepped out on me in the middle of a turn and I over corrected. I hit a burm and it launched me over. I rolled 3 or 4 times. I lost count. I was only going 45-50. Remember, it can go badly, quickly.

I kept the front plate and hung it next to the door to my house from my garage. It's a daily reminder that God has a plan for me and isn't done with me yet. The truck kept me safe and let me come home to my family, for which I am grateful. I needed to something different for now. This is what I picked up:



I'll probably get another 3RD gen at one point, it was an awesome truck.

 

[Scramble]

The accident consisted of fresh rain, in the desert where we never get rain. The back end stepped out on me in the middle of a turn and I over corrected. I hit a burm and it launched me over. I rolled 3 or 4 times. I lost count. I was only going 45-50. Remember, it can go badly, quickly.

I kept the front plate and hung it next to the door to my house from my garage. It's a daily reminder that God has a plan for me and isn't done with me yet. The truck kept me safe and let me come home to my family, for which I am grateful. I needed to something different for now. This is what I picked up:



I'll probably get another 3RD gen at one point, it was an awesome truck.

76-77 Olds or Buick? 350? 400?

 

[SLEEPR]

Your truck paid you back for the love you gave it by saving your life. Glad you are ok.

 

[JayRolla]

The accident consisted of fresh rain, in the desert where we never get rain. The back end stepped out on me in the middle of a turn and I over corrected. I hit a burm and it launched me over. I rolled 3 or 4 times. I lost count. I was only going 45-50. Remember, it can go badly, quickly.

I kept the front plate and hung it next to the door to my house from my garage. It's a daily reminder that God has a plan for me and isn't done with me yet. The truck kept me safe and let me come home to my family, for which I am grateful. I needed to something different for now. This is what I picked up:



I'll probably get another 3RD gen at one point, it was an awesome truck.

Bad ass car!!! Im glad your okay.

After reading what happened. I would have to say it was your tires. These aggressive tires like to kick out very easily when wet. Every mud or aggressive a/t I have ran suck in wet situations and ICE. But on rocks in snow or mud they are great. I go pretty slow around bends when we out. Even at the posted 35mph I can feel them kicking out.

 

[lrc4runner]

my condolences man, good to see you aren't too banged up.
That wagon is sick, they can make for awesome projects.

 

[Don Lumberto]

This just goes to show that the bond of love made between a man and his 4runner is greater than any pokemon trainer and his pokemon. Sorry bro that sucks to have that kinda crap happen in your 4runners prime. Glad to see you came out okay.

 

[Menace Kustoms]

76-77 Olds or Buick? 350? 400?

1985 Caprice Classic wagon.

 

[ShooterMcGavin]

Just as a warning, you are going to rub when you eventually put 33" tires on that!

Really glad to hear that you walked away safely. I have had my rear end step out on me a little too. It can happen to anyone. Best wishes for your next project.