dgherfurth
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Scratch that, went on their site and saw the options. Thanks for the info. I was looking for a kit with bilsteins and OME springs.
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habanero
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Go on the site, read Steve's description of the kits.
On my 96: rear plate bumper w/tire carrier, front and belly skids, sliders, stock front bumper -but- the weight of dual batteries and front hitch, and a variety of other little bits and pieces.
There's other kits out there too, I know what I like, but you get to decide for your ownself.
EDIT: Answered your own question as I was a-typing. There you go.
dgherfurth
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Are you running any after market bumpers?
I like the idea of using lc suspension, which model would you pull from?
Unner
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No aftermarket bumpers yet, but I do have an addicted off road plate bumper on order. I'll just crank the coilovers up a little if it sags once I get it on. For other extra weight I've also got about 150lbs of skids underneath, 100 lbs of sliders, and 100lbs of roof rack.
FZJ80 is the LC to pull from. You actually need the front coils to put in the back, I know it sounds strange but they fit perfect in the perches. The shocks for the rear are the rear shocks from the LC. It's a really nice budget lift. I'd recommend getting new coils from Toyota. Lots of guys here run used ones, but I can't see putting 150k+ mile coils on a truck when new ones are like $90 a piece. People complaint that the LC coils can't handle weight, but mine do great. It's just that the used ones can't... I'm running OEM shocks from toyota, $40 a piece so you've got a rear lift with all OEM components for about $260, not bad at all. The LC coils are a little softer than the OME coils, but the OEM Toyota shocks are known to be a little stiffer so it doesn't get really bad body roll or anything. Rides really good for being as high as it is I think. The money I saved going that route I threw into the front suspension to get coilovers. Best decision I made suspension wise.
Here's how she sits right now. The LC coils are known for being really flexy also.
FZJ80 is the LC to pull from. You actually need the front coils to put in the back, I know it sounds strange but they fit perfect in the perches. The shocks for the rear are the rear shocks from the LC. It's a really nice budget lift. I'd recommend getting new coils from Toyota. Lots of guys here run used ones, but I can't see putting 150k+ mile coils on a truck when new ones are like $90 a piece. People complaint that the LC coils can't handle weight, but mine do great. It's just that the used ones can't... I'm running OEM shocks from toyota, $40 a piece so you've got a rear lift with all OEM components for about $260, not bad at all. The LC coils are a little softer than the OME coils, but the OEM Toyota shocks are known to be a little stiffer so it doesn't get really bad body roll or anything. Rides really good for being as high as it is I think. The money I saved going that route I threw into the front suspension to get coilovers. Best decision I made suspension wise.
Here's how she sits right now. The LC coils are known for being really flexy also.
dgherfurth
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That looks like a solid height what size tires are you running?
The only thing I'm worried about is how much it is going to sag with a tire carrier and camping gear on the back
The only thing I'm worried about is how much it is going to sag with a tire carrier and camping gear on the back
Unner
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Tires are 255/75/17's.
I think with just gear loaded in the back it wouldn't sag too bad, maybe level at worst. I've got close to 2 inches of rake right now. With a tire carrier lots of guys run OME 861's which are the OME coils for the LC's. They support the weight of a tire carrier better. That's what I'll probably switch to when I get a tire carrier eventually.
I think with just gear loaded in the back it wouldn't sag too bad, maybe level at worst. I've got close to 2 inches of rake right now. With a tire carrier lots of guys run OME 861's which are the OME coils for the LC's. They support the weight of a tire carrier better. That's what I'll probably switch to when I get a tire carrier eventually.
IsaiahC
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This^. Get some 16" wheels and if you ever plan on doing the Tundra brake upgrade, then find wheels that will clear the tundra calipers.
dgherfurth
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Any suggestions on wheels? I found some steelies for about 60 a piece and were just going to go that route be cause they were fairly cheap but I think my only upgrade for a few months may be rims and tires so I might be able to get away with something nicer.
SilverRidgeRunner1
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Level 8 Rim seem to be popular choice or find some factory set and dress up with a fresh coat of wheel paint.
IsaiahC
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I'd go with a factory set if you're not pressed for looks. You can pick up a set on craigslist for pretty cheap and freshen up with paint, if that's what you like :art:
dgherfurth
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That will be a wait and see I guess, I still am partial to some black steelies I think. Or go full moto and buy some beadlocks.we all know its all about lookin good 
Update: I went and looked at it had a good time in Greenville and the truck was solid. It had some extra work done that the guy didn't really know a ton about, but everything looked and sounded good. The water pump is about 5l away from needing to be done but I was expecting to do it right away anyway.
We drove each others rigs and everything was I order but he was worried about the fj being too much truck for his son so he is going to discuss it with the family a little more. Not sure if I will be getting that one.
Having said that I think I will be trying to replace my rig with a runner exclusively now. I liked the feel and drive and I like how the built ones look. So keep the suggestions coming.
Update: I went and looked at it had a good time in Greenville and the truck was solid. It had some extra work done that the guy didn't really know a ton about, but everything looked and sounded good. The water pump is about 5l away from needing to be done but I was expecting to do it right away anyway.
We drove each others rigs and everything was I order but he was worried about the fj being too much truck for his son so he is going to discuss it with the family a little more. Not sure if I will be getting that one.
Having said that I think I will be trying to replace my rig with a runner exclusively now. I liked the feel and drive and I like how the built ones look. So keep the suggestions coming.
dgherfurth
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[MENTION=116387]Unner[/MENTION] I really like your grill, is that a kit you can buy or is that custom?
And what kind of wheels are those they look pretty nice
And what kind of wheels are those they look pretty nice
poleclimber63
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Nice looking truck to start with! There are some things I'd start with. Jeremyc74s' post would be a good start. As he said you have a few years of life yet, on the TB. If you plan on lifting, LBJ's are strongly advised--- the documented failures here are all on lifted rigs. Stick to OEM. I by-passed the rad (added an external cooler), but after a year, I wasn't happy with the temp variation, as I tow a Sportboat all Summer, so I added a second cooler with a thermo bypass. I finished my Tundra brake upgrade recently and I'm really happy with it. I should have done it years ago, as I tow! My problem was I had to replace 2 sets of rims$$$---- if you do this, you need to ensure the rims you have or choose to replace them with, fit over the 231MM calipers. There are pics and posts of my rims on the following thread. I acquired everything (except the rotors and pads) from the wreckers and re-built and re-finished them. Check this thread out: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...ements-231mm-13wl-tundra-calipers-rotors.html
This is not hard. Trimming the backing plate and bleeding the brakes are the only steps that require consideration--- my hardest part was researching/finding rims that fit over the calipers.
Check out this thread, its a must: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/82033-3rd-gen-4runner-buyers-guide.html
Also: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...faq-tutorials-documentation-reference-v2.html
And good info wrt lifts: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html
And some OMG's: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/67705-blcktpgsrs-97-transformation.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/61636-cobs-4runner-timeline-pic-heavy.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/68346-i-found-one-2001-sport-ed-trd-scd.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/95322-dirtcos-1999-4runner-build.html
There are lots more but I thought this would keep you busy for a while!! Good luck!
Nice looking truck to start with! There are some things I'd start with. Jeremyc74s' post would be a good start. As he said you have a few years of life yet, on the TB. If you plan on lifting, LBJ's are strongly advised--- the documented failures here are all on lifted rigs. Stick to OEM. I by-passed the rad (added an external cooler), but after a year, I wasn't happy with the temp variation, as I tow a Sportboat all Summer, so I added a second cooler with a thermo bypass. I finished my Tundra brake upgrade recently and I'm really happy with it. I should have done it years ago, as I tow! My problem was I had to replace 2 sets of rims$$$---- if you do this, you need to ensure the rims you have or choose to replace them with, fit over the 231MM calipers. There are pics and posts of my rims on the following thread. I acquired everything (except the rotors and pads) from the wreckers and re-built and re-finished them. Check this thread out: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...ements-231mm-13wl-tundra-calipers-rotors.html
This is not hard. Trimming the backing plate and bleeding the brakes are the only steps that require consideration--- my hardest part was researching/finding rims that fit over the calipers.
Check out this thread, its a must: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/82033-3rd-gen-4runner-buyers-guide.html
Also: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-g...faq-tutorials-documentation-reference-v2.html
And good info wrt lifts: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/66976-3rd-gen-4runner-lift-information-faqs.html
And some OMG's: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/67705-blcktpgsrs-97-transformation.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/61636-cobs-4runner-timeline-pic-heavy.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/68346-i-found-one-2001-sport-ed-trd-scd.html
http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/95322-dirtcos-1999-4runner-build.html
There are lots more but I thought this would keep you busy for a while!! Good luck!
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dgherfurth
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It already has the bypass done to it so that is one less project for me. That is so great info though I defiantly think I was be doing the tundra brakes.
dgherfurth
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I was thinking about doing something similar but with smaller lettering. Kind of like fj40 lettering.
Blue Seat Lyfe
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I highly rec buying some brand new wheels from a SR5/Trail 2015/2016 4Runner, you can easily find them on the board or craigslist. People take them off at the dealer and they never see the road.
Completely update the look of the exterior more than any mod, in my opinion. I got mine for $600 (with new stock tires) and sold my old wheels for $300.
Completely update the look of the exterior more than any mod, in my opinion. I got mine for $600 (with new stock tires) and sold my old wheels for $300.
