Fightman's Build Thread

[fightman80]

Here's my nicest most up to date pic of the 4Runner, it was taken in the Spring of 2017. It recently underwent some paint work, and had a Sport hood installed.

Pics of Stock VS Mine:

Updated LED dash lights and back lit TRD screen:

Ractive Shift nob:

Custom ISR/Deck Plate Mods w/ K&N Filter and a Painted Air Intake Plennum:

TRD Tundra Struts and FZJ80 coils

Satoshi Grill Mod, 99+ Headlights, Clear Bumper lens, Custom Fog light pods in the lower valance:

Here's the link to my original rear Tire Carrier build / latch point update in my build thread:
http://www.yotatech.com/f88/newbie-attempt-3rd-gen-rear-tire-carrier-202047/

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-23.html#post871917

Updated 2001 - 2002 Tail lights:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-24.html#post886375

Timing belt / Water pump change:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-26.html#post896610

PanHard Bar Drop Bracket:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-27.html#post935489

ISR Mod:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-29.html#post952248

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-30.html#post953757

http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-31.html#post955840

Fuel Injector woes:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-31.html#post960736
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-37.html#post1000225

Oxygen Sensor replacement
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightman-s-build-thread-59.html#post1340320

LED Under Hood Lights:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-38.html#post1005563

Auxiliary Back up lights:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-38.html#post1006111

Back lit TRD Screen:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-39.html#post1007327

LED Dash lights:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-41.html#post1019708

HID Fog Lights:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-44.html#post1040139

Battery Cable Connector Replacement:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-56.html#post1238080

Satoshi Grill Mod:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-39.html#post1014242

OEM Rear Spoiler install:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-33.html#post965288

Valve Cover Gasket replacement:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-34.html#post979564

Differential Breather Mod / Fog Light Pods:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-4.html#post653649

Front Bumper Replacement / Valance Repair:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-6.html#post717683

Rear Heater Coolant line repair:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-12.html#post773569

Wheel Repaint starts here:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-17.html#post838435

CV Boot Stretch:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-23.html#post865429

Tie rods and and a Carpet Shampoo:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-43.html#post1031338
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-43.html#post1035869

Extended Rear Stabilizer links:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-47.html#post1059650

Poly Bushings and Ball Joint replacement:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-45.html#post1041980

Steering rack guide replacement:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-47.html#post1059650

Rust Prevention:
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/65845-fightmans-build-thread-54.html#post1197429

 

[fightman80]

Added on Grill Insert, using metal mesh found at Home Depot....

Purchased in April of 2004, for nice chunk of change ($21000.00 CAD) with 99911km on the ODO. The truck came with only the factory items, and a new set of BFG All Terrains in the stock size. I drove the truck for about a week, and then decided it needed some mods!

The first thing I did was buy a Bug Guard for the front Hood, and then later adding some headlight covers in order to cover up a rock chip. I then added some Nerf Bars, a light bar and some Westin Lights to the front.

I had the truck for nearly 5 years, and decided it needed some more mods! After finding a pic of a 4Runner on Cardomain with lift and some bigger tires, I decided I wanted to lift this old girl! I ordered the lift, and while waiting for the parts to be shipped, I decided to go on E-bay and get some TRD Off Road decals, and installed some Vent Visors.

Once the lift parts came in, I got my dad to give me a hand to install the OME 890 coils, and Toytec 3" spacer kit with Diff Drop.

Next was time for tires, and after talking with a guy at my local NAPA Autoparts store... I got a set of 33" Maxxis Bighorn Mud tires and some Procomp WHeels for $1500.00! They came mounted and balanced, and all I had to do was install them on the truck!

Here's a close-up shot of the grill insert I made up out of some mesh:

Shortly after doing the grill insert, I decided to do the Deckplate mod:

Next, with the help of my dad, my brother in-law, and my wife.... we built the rear tire Carrier:

THen came the roof rack I build out of recycled Retail Clothing Racks:

Here's what she looked like for about a year:

But soon.... I decided to do some drastic changes.... and those changes came over the next couple of years....

 

[spongerx]

Looking good, homie. Really like the wheel/tires combo.

 

[Duhockey]

So clean, So nice!

Ive always like that Green, great Runner man!

 

[bigtimeweb]

love that push bar

 

[Brutus]

Sweet ride!

I like the white letters out.

 

[bak3rme]

thats a good looking truck. what kind of nerf bars were those. i want some. i like the tirecarrier too

 

[drinknmolson]

Nice ride!!!! The headlights make it look pissed!!!

 

[fightman80]

thats a good looking truck. what kind of nerf bars were those. i want some. i like the tirecarrier too

Thanks for the comment! The Nerf bars are made by Westin.......I like them alot.....the carrier is another addition that I like alot.....not sure about the roof rack yet........

 

[fightman80]

Thanks for all the compliments guys! What do you think about the Roof Rack?? I'm not 100% sold on it yet.......

 

[fightman80]

It's been a while since I updated this, but thinking of upgrading my front setup from spacers to coil and strut assembly soon.....anybody know of a good supplier for the OME setup that ships to Canada?

 

[fightman80]

Took a small ride with the Runner, thought I'd share some of my favorite pics here too:

 

[1985taylor1925]

Awesome 4runner. I love the rims. I want to get the same ones, just dont know if i want chrome or black. I name all my toys too haha. Named my motocross bike Big Birtha. Still trying to decide what i want to name the 4runner. Anyway, how does it ride on the road with the 3 inch lift and gnarly tires? I plan to do the same thing to mine, but im curious as to how it affects the ride on road. Thanks

 

[fightman80]

Thanks for the compliments, I'll PM you the answers.......

 

[Stone5_T4R]

Love those wheels on your rig! The chrome and green go great together. I think the roof rack looks pretty good. Have you hauled anything up there on it yet?

 

[fightman80]

Love those wheels on your rig! The chrome and green go great together. I think the roof rack looks pretty good. Have you hauled anything up there on it yet?

Thanks for the props! The roof rack has been on my list of things to finish.....still need to wire up the lights! As for using it, I built it mainly to carry a small boat or canoe, but instead of buying either of those, I bought a house. All I've used it for so far, is a clothes line, when I went camping!

 

[fightman80]

Polished her up, and added a new TRD Grill Emblem

I was looking into doing the Satoshi Grill Mod, but decided against it. I've always been partial to my stock grill, over the newer style or Satoshi mod, just thought it needed something extra.......I saw this emblem on a couple of other rigs, and decided just to add it to my stock setup.....turned out pretty good......I think anyway!

 

[blcktpgsr]

That is a fine touch Rob..welcome to the TRD on the grille club. I didn't feel the Satoshi Mod was for my truck either..the front seemed empty. glad I had a pair of 520's to incorporate with it.

 

[fightman80]

Thanks for the compliment Blcktpgsr! It was your rig that finally made me decide to get the emblem, I had been thinking about it for over a year! I too found the Satoshi mod left too much empty space up front, but your setup fills it in quite nicely!

 

[fightman80]

I recently remembered, another mod I did last winter......UnderHood light! Totally made out of some junk lying around my dads shop, but works like a charm!

Small pushdown switch, which when pushed down by the hood, keeps the light off.

Wired it to the battery, and used some Conduit wrap to clean things up....

Used a small automotive bulb with a socket......

Some say, you don't need a light under the hood, as Toyota's don't break down......but I thought it would be helpful!