My 2008 4WD Sport with pics, need suggestions

[AZ4runner08]

Had my 4runner for about 5 months now and finally did a few things to it. At 74,000 miles my X Reas system leaked out and I finally had it removed and replaced with FJ Spings in the rear, and adjustable Bilstiens on all 4 corners. I wanted FJ springs in the front the but shop I went to talked me out of it. So far I am extremely pleased with it. Also added Spidertrax, had them replaced rotors and pads in the front and got it aligned. Currently running 265/65/17's but still thinking about tire size. Leaning towards the 265/70/17's, either the Duratracs or the BF AT's. Debadged it over the weekend and now looking to do some more stuff as well. Any suggestions? Think of removing the tube steps or whatever you call them, going to add darker tint and considering roof rack with lights. Maybe a different front grill. Here are some pictures, so far really happy with how its turned out.

 

[AZ4runner08]

One more side pic to show the stance after replaced suspension...

 

[97BlackAckCL]

Looks great, if you replace that roof rack, I'd really like your stock one, I have an 08 Shadow Mica as well

 

[gaterose]

:welcome:
Looks good so far, the tires would definitely make it look better.

Be aware that if you add the tires and the rack you will lose some MPG. I have a similar setup (265s with a roof rack and lights) and I get around 15.6 according to the in dash meter and probably 14.x in reality.

That said if you do want the rack I highly recommend Whitson Metalworks, they have a beautiful product and the best price for a bolt on full replacement rack. Sliders are also nice if you're planning to ditch the steps. They're not really necessary if you DON'T plan on off roading, but they still look sweet. They're also a must if DO plan on off roading.

Out of curiosity, why did the shop talk you out of the front springs? The FJ suspension setup (front and rear) was one of my favorite mods.

edit - also changing the wheel color is a popular option to consider. if you use plasti-dip it's pretty cheap and removable. Blacking out headlights, HIDs in headlights, dipping/removing emblems, dipping grille, actually just check out the build thread sticky and surf a few builds, there are tons of cheap easy mods and of course expensive difficult mods too.

 

[ASUMTNEER]

Limited grill would look nice. You could even plati-dip the "T" and/or the V8 badge.

 

[AZ4runner08]

Limited grill would look nice. You could even plati-dip the "T" and/or the V8 badge.

Is your grill in that picture plastic dipped? I will most likely just remove the V8 badge and I am thinking about a different grill. How do you like those open country tires? Still undecided on the tires, but looking for a good AT that is also street friendly and I do like the look of the Toyo's...

 

[ASUMTNEER]

The Toyo's are great. I don't offroad so I can't tell you how well they do in those instances, but they eat the snow like crazy and wear very well. The grill is a color matched grill from a limited edition 4runner, shadow mica.

 

[ASUMTNEER]

btw, black weathertech floor liners would look great in your truck!

 

[AZ4runner08]

I was torn between the black and grey floormatts but as you can see ended up with the grey. Was worried about them showing the AZ dust but instead have to look at the black scuff marks. Some day I will give them a good scrub. And about the front FJ coils, the shop that did the lift didn't think the front FJ coils were worth the extra money on the front, but can always add them down the road if I don't like the ride. And so far I am thrilled so glad I took their advice thus far.