Yeah. Got most of my switches. Wiring is a pain though. Pretty sure I'm going to have to continue using the stock hazard since Toyota did some weird stuff with that that I don't understand. Gauges are pretty much finished as are most of the interior lighting. I'm struggling with getting that clock red though. Every red filter I use is too dark during the day time. The only explanation I can think of is that the face of the clocks is thicker on the second gens than it is in the thirds.
I had the same problem with the red clock at first. The key is to use a light red, almost orange color. It is a little dark during the day still.
3.0 is currently in the works. Original plans went out the window but it'll hopefully get finished soon. My main concern now is just getting it done right and getting it all working properly. Problem is the deeper I dig into it the less I'm liking what I'm seeing. The engine was clearly mistreated by previous owners. And as much as I want to fix all these problems, I just don't have the funds to get all the things it needs unfortunately.
That sucks to hear man. I fully understand, my 89 Supra was much of the same. Took two years to get that rebuilt, but the waiting is worth it for a properly finished product. I'm sure you'll find just the right time. If the 3.0 doesn't work out, you can find 3.4's for roughly 800 in good used condition. 5VZ Head cracks are really common despite their good reputation, anything less than $800 would have me worried.
Amongst other problems I've got my intake layered in oil, missing bolts, and all the injector plugs are busted. I know its go na get worse the further into this I get.
New injector plugs are available online for less than $10 a piece. Make a trip out to the junkyard and they're similar on most Toyotas. Hell, next time I'm there, I'll grab you some.
Not gonna lie, kinda want to see this video haha. Glad you and your buddy are alright
Not going to bother posting it. Mostly just a bunch of arguing. I didn't start recording until after the first part of the physical contact, which would have been moderately postworthy.
He looks like that guy from the american top gear, he seemed so cool on the show...
If only it was him! I'd be rich $$$. This must be his older, fatter lookalike
I can't believe people are acting like such idiots in your neighborhood man. That is way too nice an area for such hotheads. A physical altercation is much more serious crime than a noise violation.
Thankfully this did not happen anywhere near MV. It happened in Garbage Grove. I'd be pissed if I lived there, too. Sucks for my friend who has to live a few doors down, though.
Beautiful truck and you just laidout how i want my build thread!
Sweet! Thanks! The whole link thing in the beginning exceeded the allowable amount of characters in a post, so it might help if you make a few extra blank posts for your own use later on.
Wow, if someone tried that down here in the south that'd be a good way to get a gun pulled on them. Glad the cops took him away, sounds like he's a crazy and needs to get locked up.
My friend, the victim, is a security guard and plans to become an LEO. He's applied for his CCW since this incident.
You can get this paint on Amazon now.
And for much cheaper than in store
Very clean build, just went through all 90 pages.
Looking forward to more photos and updates. Give my build a look.
Thanks truedef
2WD rig I see! Unbelievable job cleaning that interior, holy crap! Looks amazing! I like the impressive work you've done on electrical and getting that trans temp sender unit fabbed up. Nice job!
It is a very nice build indeed. Inspiring!! Can't wait to start my build thread 97 limited 3.4 4x2
Thanks toolbox, 2WD 4Runners need love too, good luck with your build!
:thumb: Thanks slofizz
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Your truck is seriously amazing. :first:
Hey I am most likely doing a 4x conversion to a 97 2x from an '00/'01 4x. I was wondering if you could maybe help me out by answering a few questions...
I'll be using the (auto) transmission (you are next level doing the 5-speed conversion)/shifters/transfer case/front diff/axles/hubs and wiring harness from the '00. :hungry:
Did you need the rear diff and rear hubs from the donor?
Are there any parts not listed I would need?
Is there anything I should be worried about fitting?
What did you do with the donor once you were done with it?
How much did you get your donor for? I am paying $1k.
Also I am wondering if I could maybe come back to you for more questions, I saw you are in Mission Viejo, I am going to do the swap in San Juan.
Thanks!
Wow sorry I didn't get back to you sooner! How's the conversion going, or is it done?
If you haven't found your answers by now, the rear axle and diff are entirely identical between 2WD and 4WD.
There were lots of odds and ends, to list each individual part is beyond my ability.
My only concern with using an 01 is the compatibility of the wiring harness. Mine was 99 to 00 so the parts were largely the same. For a 97, I would want a 96-98, but that's just me. It can probably be made to work.
I parted out the donor truck for a profit. It took a long time, but I got the money back and ended up with a boatload of other parts for my rig, such as seats. Still have plenty of parts laying around, and it's a good thing, too. One day, the 99 was broken into, had an extra window laying around at home. Gotta love the little perks.
I paid nearly 3k for my first donor truck. It was not a very good price at all, but finding a manual 4Runner was not easy. I just got the first one I found, and I got into a bidding war with another buyer.
I should give you my phone number because I don't give much attention to the forum anymore.
Truck is looking good man - hope you're doing well.
Thanks Weston, hope you're enjoying being back into your 4Runner groove.
