daytonaviolet
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Some I got used locally and some from my local dealer. It was cheaper to order online and just picked them up at local dealer. Shipping is expensive for the bumpers and hood. But it’s free shipping at my local dealer.
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Some I got used locally and some from my local dealer. It was cheaper to order online and just picked them up at local dealer. Shipping is expensive for the bumpers and hood. But it’s free shipping at my local dealer.
daytonaviolet
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daytonaviolet
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Yes. If I remember correctly you had a silver grey csl’d out parked next to a gas station as your sig
Yes I’m always tinkering. I can’t seem to leave well enough alone. Good hearing from you
daytonaviolet
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daytonaviolet
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TRD Fox Suspension?
Long time admirer and you got me all inspired. I have 2015 limited in pearl and have changed the front end out as well. Just spoke to a dealer and asked about upgrading to the new Fox TRD suspension did you look into this as well? Wondering why you went the other route. Pricing?
He said it is about a 3" in the front and about 1.5" in the back.
Thanks!
ZIP
Long time admirer and you got me all inspired. I have 2015 limited in pearl and have changed the front end out as well. Just spoke to a dealer and asked about upgrading to the new Fox TRD suspension did you look into this as well? Wondering why you went the other route. Pricing?
He said it is about a 3" in the front and about 1.5" in the back.
Thanks!
ZIP
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Snowtrooper
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Following this journey is like watching an obese relative shed off weight and gain muscle at the same time.
Well done, sir.
Well done, sir.
great looking headlights! been seeing some mixed reviews on the beam pattern though. what's your take on it?
daytonaviolet
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Afaik, the oem trd pro fox suspension is only ~ 1” higher in the front and no lift in the rear compared to standard 4runner.
I went with the trd pro Bilsteins because I got a god price on a set from 2018’with ~ 5k miles. I knew eventually I would update to a adjustable coil over suspension.
daytonaviolet
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To me it’s a lot better then my stocks + led bulbs. It fills in the sides more that I no longer use my fogs. I also like the swoosh style DRL and animation at start up.
I considered morimoto v2 as well but after reading about all the defects and returns, I opted for Alpha Rex Nova. Plus got into a GB and got 15% off.
daytonaviolet
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Installed the Meso door handle covers today. No more chrome.
daytonaviolet
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Installed the front Kings this past weekend. The rears are still back ordered. I went with the 600lb spring rate. I plan to install a winch bumper and roof rack soon. I hope 600lb works with little sag, else I plan to update to perhaps 700lbs.
I also got my JBA’s powder coated as I thought the red would clash. As for pre-load, I went with 6 turns drivers side and 5 turns passenger side. I'm at 23.5" w/ the kings. Previously I was at 23.75" with the Bilsteins and 2" Cornfeds.
I also got my JBA’s powder coated as I thought the red would clash. As for pre-load, I went with 6 turns drivers side and 5 turns passenger side. I'm at 23.5" w/ the kings. Previously I was at 23.75" with the Bilsteins and 2" Cornfeds.
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daytonaviolet
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Added king rears shocks and icon rear springs 158506 2”.
Also RSG hrew flat sliders w/ grip, top plate and no kick out.
Also RSG hrew flat sliders w/ grip, top plate and no kick out.
NB17Limited
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You know, if my build were my own and not being directed by my wife, I'd be building it like yours. Happy wife, happy life though! I actually have a set of TRD Pro Bumpers sitting in my garage. Got the front on and she told me to put the old one back on.
david05111
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Random question.
Are you daytonaviolet from e46fanatics? At least from a while ago?
If so, :cheers:
Are you daytonaviolet from e46fanatics? At least from a while ago?
If so, :cheers:
daytonaviolet
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You know I had the same issue with my 4th limited. But after years of keeping her stock, I found a way to keep wifey happy and mod my truck.
I got her a Lexus
5th runner is all mine to mod .. lol
daytonaviolet
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actually there’s a few guys here from the e46fanatics and m3forum days. The cars may have changed but the game is still the same
Plus we’re all married with kids now .. lol
[MENTION=1863]daytonaviolet[/MENTION] - Awesome build and garage/ workshop! Wish I had epoxied my floor, but settled for a lift instead. With your inspiration I have started the TRD front/ rear bumper part collection (actually with the wife's approval). Thank you for your spreadsheet as well.
mcat707
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Installed the Meso door handle covers today. No more chrome.
Looked all over for something like these last year and just got the Toyota Fortuner door handle covers in gloss black from eBay. They don’t cover the chrome completely 100%. I think I’ll get these. Any discount codes? Lol
