NR's Progress/Build Thread
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Neil_R
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Indeed, dont think that will ever happen though sadly.
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Also, front page info updated.
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Neil_R
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Replaced the spark plugs, wires, COP boots, PCV valve and grommet, and air filter yesterday.
The o2 sensor's mounting nuts are completely corroded away, going to take it to an exhaust shop and hope I dont need a new downpipe. Hopefully he can drill and tap new studs in.
Currently waiting on a flare nut wrench I ordered to arrive so I can install the fuel filter.
The o2 sensor's mounting nuts are completely corroded away, going to take it to an exhaust shop and hope I dont need a new downpipe. Hopefully he can drill and tap new studs in.
Currently waiting on a flare nut wrench I ordered to arrive so I can install the fuel filter.
Neil_R
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Wow it's been a long time since I've posted to this thread!
Quite a bit of new stuff has been done since my last update, full list on post #2, but I'll put the new stuff here as well:
New Koyo radiator! Performs amazingly well, fit right in and looks great.
New belts and hoses of course, along with an Aisin fan clutch to replace the original which had seized in the last month or two.
My new boss is an excellent welder and has agreed to help repair my frame, so that's on the horizon.
I'm also in the final decision phase of what lift kit I'm going to buy. Very heavily leaning towards the Toytec BOSS kit since the struts are pre-assembled and it comes with almost everything I need, along with the rumors that they ride better that Bil 5100s. My main concern is ride quality on and off road. Tired of being beaten to death by my worn out stock suspension.
Since it's been a while, here are a couple new pictures:
Quite a bit of new stuff has been done since my last update, full list on post #2, but I'll put the new stuff here as well:
New Koyo radiator! Performs amazingly well, fit right in and looks great.
New belts and hoses of course, along with an Aisin fan clutch to replace the original which had seized in the last month or two.
My new boss is an excellent welder and has agreed to help repair my frame, so that's on the horizon.
I'm also in the final decision phase of what lift kit I'm going to buy. Very heavily leaning towards the Toytec BOSS kit since the struts are pre-assembled and it comes with almost everything I need, along with the rumors that they ride better that Bil 5100s. My main concern is ride quality on and off road. Tired of being beaten to death by my worn out stock suspension.
Since it's been a while, here are a couple new pictures:
Neil_R
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BIG update time!
Since I have last posted in this thread, I have been working as a professional automotive apprentice (first six months) and Technician at a midsize independent shop. I was laid off the week after christmas and I will not be returning to work there. This left little time to focus on my 4Runner and my other project car (which I may touch on later), but I still managed to do most of the things I needed to do to the truck save for a lift kit, which I have mostly decided against due to the truck being a bit on the rusty side.
Here's the major stuff that I can remember right now:
Fixed the back half of the frame out of necessity due to the driver rear control arm mount rusting through at the welds:
Cant find pics of when I got it done for some reason, it's been over a year I think.
Rebuilt the starter:
Did it without fully removing it and with the truck in the air on a two post lift. Easiest way for sure:
Replaced the valve cover gaskets. Went much quicker than expected, finished in about 2hrs:
Changed the oil (shop discount at Advance ftw):
And finally, I replaced all of the brakes this month:
I think that sums it up! This post of course does not include the adventures I took it on in the meantime. Maybe I'll post them up soon as well.
As always, the spreadsheet with part numbers, sources, and prices I paid is here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1u2b0mu_8BXBhlde-PsEIbOhXj8Drfu0eBnusI5ZVDjE/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks for reading, feel free to ask questions about the truck or me or whatever.
Happy New Year!
-Neil
Since I have last posted in this thread, I have been working as a professional automotive apprentice (first six months) and Technician at a midsize independent shop. I was laid off the week after christmas and I will not be returning to work there. This left little time to focus on my 4Runner and my other project car (which I may touch on later), but I still managed to do most of the things I needed to do to the truck save for a lift kit, which I have mostly decided against due to the truck being a bit on the rusty side.
Here's the major stuff that I can remember right now:
Fixed the back half of the frame out of necessity due to the driver rear control arm mount rusting through at the welds:
Cant find pics of when I got it done for some reason, it's been over a year I think.
Rebuilt the starter:
Did it without fully removing it and with the truck in the air on a two post lift. Easiest way for sure:
Replaced the valve cover gaskets. Went much quicker than expected, finished in about 2hrs:
Changed the oil (shop discount at Advance ftw):
And finally, I replaced all of the brakes this month:
I think that sums it up! This post of course does not include the adventures I took it on in the meantime. Maybe I'll post them up soon as well.
As always, the spreadsheet with part numbers, sources, and prices I paid is here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1u2b0mu_8BXBhlde-PsEIbOhXj8Drfu0eBnusI5ZVDjE/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks for reading, feel free to ask questions about the truck or me or whatever.
Happy New Year!
-Neil
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Chuckles89
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[MENTION=102253]Neil_R[/MENTION], I can't see your pictures...
Neil_R
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Chuckles89
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That worked!
I can't believe the dang rust on that thing! Looks like every little project is a hassle dealing with rusty bolts. I'm excited for the wheeling trip!
I can't believe the dang rust on that thing! Looks like every little project is a hassle dealing with rusty bolts. I'm excited for the wheeling trip!
Neil_R
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[MENTION=97483]Chuckles89[/MENTION] Yeah everything's a pain. I've broken more bolts on this single truck than half of the stuff I've worked on as a full time tech combined. Gas tank strap, which I could have swore was stainless on these, was rusted right in two, had to cut the rear shocks out, re-thread the sway bar mounts, etc etc...
Only reason I keep fixing it is so when I get an offer I can't refuse on it I can talk up all the stuff I've done to it. It's really about as good mechanically as a 4Runner gets. Everything works and the engine has zero blow-by or anything like that.
See you on the trails!
Only reason I keep fixing it is so when I get an offer I can't refuse on it I can talk up all the stuff I've done to it. It's really about as good mechanically as a 4Runner gets. Everything works and the engine has zero blow-by or anything like that.
See you on the trails!