I reckon it's time for a build thread

[BrianSD_42]

Did you upgrade or replace your old factory alternator?

That is probably your charging system's greatest weakness, assuming the alternator is 10+ years old.

 

[sprchrgd_4x4runner]

dang those are some nice fenders and trim... make the truck look rugged and more tough. did you happen to do a write up on how you did the fenders and trim ?

 

[jmt2404]

Looks great! Are you happy with the Red Top Optima?

Can you post a few more pics of the roof rack?

Yeah Im not at home right now Ill post them later. I don't have any complaints yet for the red tops either..

Did you upgrade or replace your old factory alternator?
That is probably your charging system's greatest weakness, assuming the alternator is 10+ years old.

I haven't upgraded yet. I want to real bad to see the difference. I am going to try the big 3 mod first and then go from there.

dang those are some nice fenders and trim... make the truck look rugged and more tough. did you happen to do a write up on how you did the fenders and trim ?

No I don't unfortunately. Me and a friend did it late one night. We took them off the truck to paint them and it was a huge mistake. The little clips on the back are so fragile and break easy. Thats why I have those screws in there now. I put little plastic tabs in there that would hold the screws to keep the fenders on. I used the truck bed coating spray paint by rust o leam and it turned out awesome. If your wanting to do it I would just tape and paint them on the truck. Its super easy if you want more info let me know.

 

[Whitson Metalworks]

nice mod list so far, truck looks mean!

 

[BigFishAllDay]

I'm not sure how I've missed all these updates, but dang, the truck has come a long way.

When I get some time I'll be back to give a more thorough read to your e-fan writeup. Great work man!

 

[jmt2404]

Thanks guys..

And thanks big fish that's a huge compliment coming from you.

 

[jmt2404]

Engine arrived today along with the e locker. Ill start switching parts over tonight and probably have it ready to go in on wed. I cant wait to have my runner back.

 

[sprchrgd_4x4runner]

Hey where did you buy the 3rd with the elocker ?

 

[jmt2404]

A and G auto recycling for 450. The guy windel there is preyy user friendly and willing to ship anything. His yard is in creswell OR. Give him a call.

A & G Auto Recycling, Creswell, OR : Reviews and maps - Yahoo! Local

 

[A.Wilson013]

Hey bro, I am not working tomorrow, want some help with the runner maybe?

I need to buy my wife a Christmas present in the morning, but I SHOULD be free after that.

 

[jmt2404]

Yeah an extra hand would be great.. Ill text you..

 

[the great him]

dont forget your PT belts :lmao:

 

[jmt2404]

dont forget your PT belts :lmao:

Do push ups you....






Recover.. now what'd you learn?

 

[the great him]

you cant smoke a rock SSG

 

[A.Wilson013]

Because John is slow, I will update.

Got the new motor in and it fired right up first try. It sounds GOOD.

I will let him take it from here.

 

[jmt2404]

All thanks to you bro. Thanks again for your help. Oh and btw Pt made you and your wife an X-mas basket full of yummy goodies.. I didn't know she was making one for you or I would have grabbed it.. So if your around my house you should stop in and grab em..

 

[A.Wilson013]

All thanks to you bro. Thanks again for your help. Oh and btw Pt made you and your wife an X-mas basket full of yummy goodies.. I didn't know she was making one for you or I would have grabbed it.. So if your around my house you should stop in and grab em..

Right on man! I am taking off in the morning until Monday, but I can head up your way sometime next week I am sure.

Tell her, "Thank you" in advance. Hope you guys have an awesome Christmas.

 

[Hepar]

She's BACK! arty::bluejump::surfer::jump::driving::trophy: :frog:

 

[jmt2404]

Yes she is!! hopefully for good now. Tired of just walking by it in the garage. I got to change out the outer tie rods and bleed the brakes before its ready to drive still though..

 

[BigFishAllDay]

jmt2404, you made that engine swap look easy! That's an intimidating job IMO. You made it seem like you were changing a tire.

Congrats on getting the truck up and running and have fun getting to know the new engine. You've gotta take it out and get some pictures of it now.