New '96 runner

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quicksilvr

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I just bought my first 4Runner, drove 19 hours round trip in one day to pick it up and bring it home. :)

1996 Limited, 4x4, locker, lift, 265/75 BFG's, no running boards, K&N fipk intake. 175K on the odo.

I have a couple questions about different things. First, the truck is lifted with what looks like really nice spring/shock combo. It rides real good and is very nicely damped. The shocks are white in color, and they say "explorer" on them. I'm trying to figure out what brand they are. (I bought the truck from a dealer, it was a trade-in, so they didn't know anything about stuff)

Second, my throttle is really stiff. From searching it looks like it either needs lubed real good, or I need a new cable. I was curious if there was any input into the best lube or the best way to actually lube it.

Third, I searched for the e-locker modification info, but most of what I found refered to the '98-newer trucks. I want to be able to use the locker in 4HI at least...if I get 2HI availability as well, then that's fine too.


Fourth, both the inner CV boots are torn clean all the way around next to the clamps. Decent amount of grease buildup on the lower control arms. I'm not sure if I should just get new boots and re-pack them, or if I need new axles entirely.


I'm new to Toyota mechanic'ing....but have done complete engine tear-downs, transmission swaps, etc on other makes. Don't be shy on technical advice if you have it!


I'll get some pictures soon!
 
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the shocks sound like procomp could be a toytech lift pics may help.... as for the throttle body could use a good cleaning.... and for the elocker as far as i know there all the same if you look at the tacoma writeup you will need to look for a blue wire with red stripe instead of gray
 
daugherty83 said:
What did you pay for it if you don't mind me asking?
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$5700. It has 2 12" subs in a nice box, amp, cap, etc....and I can't stand them so I should be able to get $200 selling the subs on craigslist. Making it a $5500 truck. ;)




Elton H, thanks for the info. I'll take pics of the suspension when I get a chance.
 
I decided to just replace both half shafts since I have no idea how long the inner boots have been torn.


I'm guessing I'll lose a little diff fluid when I do this....is it worth it to drain it all and refill? Or just add a little to top it back up? What do you guys recommend for vital fluids on these Yota's?

I'm planning on keeping this 4runner for a LONG time, so I want to only use the good stuff.


One other thing: the throttle cable is covered in a clear protective sheath, and I dont think I can really get enough WD-40 inside the whole contraption to do any good. BUT, from the couple things I've read, people have found success by doing exactly that. Any suggestions? I hate the throttle being so heavy...it makes the truck feel slower than it actually is.
 
piperoo said:
If you are interested in selling the cap, I might be interested!
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I'm selling the whole sub rig on craigslist locally. Now that the subs and amp are out, and the regular speakers are getting the full range without a crossover...it sounds awesome. I just shaped the eq on the headunit, and now I love it. I don't understand the allure of subs....unless these were just set up wrong. :shrug:



Hahaha, you guys wanting pics. I took a couple when I got home with the truck to commemorate the purchase, but they were just in my drivway in between two retaining walls...so I'm waiting to take some good ones off the pavement somewhere. I promise I'll post them when I get them. :pimp:
 
Pictars finally! Nothing special, but at least I took some.

I've got a list of little things I need to do before I start on the big stuff. Little stuff includes: removing all unecessary wiring from previous sound system, removing dumb little LED lights from front bumper, changing all the dash LED's to white, cleaning/re-oiling the K&N filter, cleaning the throttle body, fixing/replacing the throttle cable, and changing the oil to Valvoline 5w30 full synthetic.

Big stuff will include: replacing front CV shafts, powder coating skid plates, adding step tubes, polishing the whole truck, fixing the exhaust, fixing the front bumper.

All that should keep me busy for a while. Before I was married w/kids that all would have kept me busy for like a week tops. :lmao:

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Looks nice "Quick". Something about them original wheels that make the 3rd Gen 4Runners' look clean (with big tires).
 
Nice truck!

Most of this is obvious, but I'll pass on what my owner's manual says about the rear e-locker.

Only use RR diff (elocker) at 5 mph and below. You can use it in any wheel drive setup 2, 4, H, L.

Never use it on hard surfaces that won't allow wheel slipage or you will get severe tire wear.

Enabling RR diff disables the Antilock Break System as they are incompatable.

Ray
 
love that combo lift and tire size. how much of a lift does it have and are those 16's. are they 16x7" rims. what kind of lift is it
 
hdoggie24 said:
love that combo lift and tire size. how much of a lift does it have and are those 16's. are they 16x7" rims. what kind of lift is it
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The factory wheels are 16's. I don't know the width actually. I would assume they around 7, but I'm not sure. I think it's a ProComp lift. Whatever it is, I like it.
 
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