Best 4runner mods?

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TheLucidNight

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I just got a new 89 4runner, I have around 2000 dollars to mod it and I'm wondering what the best mods I could put on it would be
 
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Before you spend any money on it, get it in good running/stopping shape and make sure all maintenance is up to date. Then, throw your money in your sock drawer for a few months and drive the truck for a while. After you have driven it for a bit, youll know where its lacking and what you want to spend money on.

Whats done to the truck now? Got any pictures? Back story?

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At this point all i have to do to get it in great running condition is new shocks and a starter, which will be easy for me. And all thats done mod wise so far is an 8 inch lift and has been re geared for the larger tires
 
^^^^^^^^best advice your gonna hear
And most of us like details, and lots of pictures, even if it's stock,we want pics!!
Welcome to the board, the full service manual is at the top of the classics page, and the search bar will answer A LOT of questions you may have.
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well like i said, just those things and itll be in proper running condition, this is the only picture i have available right now, i can post more tonight
 

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Looks like a decent sized lift already on it. I would spend money on tires possibly wheels too.
I'm not into looks but more wheeling stuff but needs some bigger tires
 
After you get it running right, I'm thinking the best possible mod you could do would be taking that lift off and getting it to a more reasonable height.

Then do what Hyde said. I know the new truck is exciting, but put your money away and wheel it stock. Learn what it (and you) are capable of, and then decide on your next move. Nobody that actually knows how to drive a truck offroad ever joined a forum and asked "what mods should I do", so first learn to wheel. THEN mod.
 
I see a dirty 4 letter word in you rear fender.... I would start there and find a better set of tires to go with that lift.
 
I know i need to learn how to offroad first, and some better tires wouldnt hurt, but this will also be my daily driver so im also looking for things like bumper, roof rack, etc...
 
I DD my '85 and wheel on the weekends. I have to compromise between comfort/streetability and offroad ability, and there's very few mods I've done that have made both better. I still say leave it stock.
 
TheLucidNight said:
I know i need to learn how to offroad first, and some better tires wouldnt hurt, but this will also be my daily driver so im also looking for things like bumper, roof rack, etc...
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Things like that are definitely great for the truck and really add a special edge to it, even if they don't serve a purpose as your daily driver, but I cannot agree more with what the others have said.
When I bought mine, I had the same idea to mod and wheel all day every day! But, then, after 500ish miles, I got to realizing what to do first. Make the truck run the BEST it can run. After thats done, mod away. Trust me, if you are not mechanically inclined or not familiar with simple maintenance, your 2K budget will be down the toilet in no time.
But have fun with it, and get to know it, how it drives, and what will make it better. Roof Racks are pretty cool though! Have FUN!
 
Get the canvas soft top for the summer time. My dad had that same Runner and it was unbelievable to drive in the summer time at night especially down the shore. Imagine being a kid and driving a convertible truck with a big ass roll bar and all of your stupid friends hanging out the back drunk as hell. This was 20 years ago but I'd do it again except everybody's back would be in too much pain to hang off of anything.
 
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Gets some miles behind the wheel and start with taking care of the rust. Check out toyotafiberglass.com
 
Am I the only one that sees the rust, or just the only one it would bug.:noidea: lol

Edit: Sure after I post this I see 88yota saw it too lol.
 
Jayzero911 said:
Am I the only one that sees the rust, or just the only one it would bug.:noidea: lol

Edit: Sure after I post this I see 88yota saw it too lol.
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Ya I agree with almost everyone here. Take care of rust get used to it and get it perfect then if you have any money left snorkel and exhaust.
 
When was the last time fluids were changed?
Tranny
Diff
Brake
Coolant

Timing Belt? Water Pump? Vacuum hoses? Thermostat? Plugs? Plug wires?

How much wear in U-Joints? Steering? CV-Boots? Wheel Bearings? Any arch left in the rear springs?

How many oil leaks? At this age, I'm guessing both diffs, valve cover gaskets, tranny, steering pump, cam seal, wheel cylinders, possibly crank seal.

These are the things people are talking about. We've all been right where you are and they're two paths to go:
1. play and fix things as they break - which is why so many 4runners are in the shape they are!
2. try and get a handle on all things now

At the very least, I would split your $2k and put $1k to some of the above stuff and $1k to some toys.

I would start out by figuring whats on the truck now. What kind of lift? What kind of gears? Anything else? Generally, getting the truck setup with the right gears, good tires, and a good ride (aka shocks and springs) will give the truck more capability then you probably know what to do with.

Good Luck

BTW - my best mod to date........ 2nd Gen steering wheel :)
 
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