NYC-Runner Build Thread
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markaidan
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I know exactly what you mean! I have been driving 4Runners for 20 years - and I'm sure I'll drive them another 20 years - but there's something to say about the capabilities of our big brother. I feel like I need one of those in my driveway, too! :thumb:
I entertained the idea of a SAS and a 4 Link set up on the 4th gen, but for similar money I can probably get a decent LC and already have the solid axle set-up. And I get to keep my 4runner as a daily driver! Like you, I need to do some more research on the various LC generations so I know I'm getting the right rig the first time around.
Again, great pics... keep 'em coming!
Nyc-Runner
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Aha Thank's man and Thank's again! Love the new ladder i think it look's awesome:thumb3:Make's soo much easier to get up to the roof rack now! Except now the kids always try to climb up on it instead of getting in it :lol:
Nyc-Runner
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I hear ya man ,, I'm new to the 4Runner community but love them and don't see myself driving anything else in the future unless it's for different purpose Family/sports car etc. In the mean time i'm still learning a lot about the 4x4 world but i really love it!
Even more so when it come's to the older LC's and First Gens yes you have to do even more research to make sure your getting/building the right rig for you and your needs! But in the future for sure i'll be building out one of those two. I'n the mean time i have to finish building this one out :whoo: well it's never really finished is it but then again that's the fun in it!
Off topic,, I thought i remember in a old post somewhere about aftermarket UCA's you said you where going to get the Camburg Ball Joint UCA's? If so did you ever end up getting them? I think that's what i'm going with since the east coast winters are going to be too much for Uni Balls..
Nyc-Runner
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Yes of course i know what you mean,,,I just picked up these Quick Fist clamps form Amazon,they come in a bunch of different sizes but i got these one
Amazon.com: Original Quick Fist® Clamp for mounting tools & equipment 1" - 2-1/4" diameter (Pack of 2): Home Improvement
Then i went to the hardware store Lowe/home depot and got these 1/2" Copper split ring hanger like these>
Shop AMERICAN VALVE 1-in Dia x 1/4-ft L Copper Plated Steel Split Ring Hanger at Lowes.com
Then all you need is a 3/8 bolt 1"L and your good to go! Of course i had to paint the copper parts black because i need everything to match lol But they work great and are a great alternative, my buddy has similar set up on his FJ but the mounts are Billet and they cost like $150! I mean sure they look pretty and shiny but these work just the same!
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markaidan
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It's your thread, so I guess you're allowed to go off topic a time or two... HaHa!
No, I haven't made the purchase just yet. I had those pesky 2013 taxes to deal with, so I had to put the Camburg's on the back burner for a few more weeks. I still have another 3 or 4 weeks before the wife will allow me to make another purchase for the 4th gen, but I'll keep you posted as soon they're bought and installed. They are next on my list!
Nyc-Runner
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Haha yeah i guess,,,
Ahh i don't even wanna talk about taxes :hiding: i get killed in nyc! Yeah i hear i had to take a little brake for a bit too cause every week my wife was wtf really another package! Haha
I am getting the Camburg's as well i'll pry get them soon too,i'm going to get the one's with out the BJ installed and just get them separate to save a few bucks and press them at my buddy's shop at the same time i'm installing my new lift that i don't have yet lol which brings me too that i'm just hoping Metal Tech will have a sale soon enough
ray2: They usually have a couple a year so will see if not i'll just have to bite the bullet but that 20% on icon stuff is pretty awesome.I'm getting the Icon extended travel coil overs for the front and the Long Travel kit for the rear I can't wait :boink:
Nyc-Runner
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The only trouble i've read about is over on TW is that a couple guys had trouble getting them to press but then others had no issues so idk it's hard to say? At the same time you can buy them from Wheelers off road with the moogs already pressed in so it shouldn't be any different.
Brutalguyracing
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markaidan
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Haha yeah i guess,,,
Ahh i don't even wanna talk about taxes :hiding: i get killed in nyc! Yeah i hear i had to take a little brake for a bit too cause every week my wife was wtf really another package! Haha
I am getting the Camburg's as well i'll pry get them soon too,i'm going to get the one's with out the BJ installed and just get them separate to save a few bucks and press them at my buddy's shop at the same time i'm installing my new lift that i don't have yet lol which brings me too that i'm just hoping Metal Tech will have a sale soon enough
That's sounds like a damn good game plan! As for me, I am done with modding the 4th gen after we buy/install the Camburg/Moog UCA's. Well, maybe a set of sliders but then we're definitely done! HaHa!
I need to start setting aside some money for the LC purchase. I can't continue beating the life out of my 70K mile 4Runner on the trails, so I really need a purpose built, solid axle rock crawler. Plus, I still owe like $10K on the 4Runner so I gotta make this baby last as long as possible.
I'm looking forward to your continued build project... keep us posted as you spend all the wife's money on more mods! LOL!
Nyc-Runner
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Lol Famous last words " I'm done modding the 4runner after I do this next mod...." Haha
I hear ya though it will be awesome to build out a LC and be a beast! Right now I'm still having fun with the 4runner and will still be a while yet till it's close to done but that's ok I'm enjoying it! Yeah eventually I wanna go the same route and build something out completely strictly for the trails and wheeling but that will be a while down the road!
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Well I haven't been on here tooo much lately been pretty busy but I do have a few updates,,, got my lights all wired and hooked up and I will definitely provide more details in time I just figured if post a couple quick pics but I will say I am extremely happy with the turn out and they are crazy bright! They only thing is one of my switches from Ottawa isn't light up in the truck( the actually LEDs in the switch itself) but other than that everything worked out great! Here's a couple quick cell phone pics will update more hopefully this weekend!
Also started doing my Satoshi over the weekend and ran out of time lol so it's basically half done now sitting in the back of my truck and hopefully finish it this weekend!!! But it's been a fun learning experience for me!
And lastly one of my wheel bearings is shot so I just got the bearing assembly and hopefully get that pressed this weekend also,, Good times! Took a quick pic the other day...
Also started doing my Satoshi over the weekend and ran out of time lol so it's basically half done now sitting in the back of my truck and hopefully finish it this weekend!!! But it's been a fun learning experience for me!
And lastly one of my wheel bearings is shot so I just got the bearing assembly and hopefully get that pressed this weekend also,, Good times! Took a quick pic the other day...
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Nyc-Runner
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Finished up my Satoshi Grill yesterday! Really happy with how it turned out! Here's a couple quick pics. I have to get the good camera and take some quality pics this coming weekend when I go to Rausch Creek for the FJ Northeaster!!!
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oriojasjr
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Keep it comin', Jared! Every update keeps getting better and better, man! Oh how I wish I could do the Satoshi.....:cry2:.......I've lost every bit of confidence in attempting to do so, as many strongly WARN against doing it on the '03-'05s. Unless I was able to find a replacement grill at an unbeatable price, at which point I could experiment all dam* day! Haha.
Nyc-Runner
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Thanks man! Yeah i love the Satoshi it's always been one of my favorite mods and have been wanting to do it since the day i got my 4runner.In your case i would definitely get a spare grill as i know the 03-05's are a lot more complicated! Even with mine it still took a good 2-3 days with taking the time and letting everything cure and dry properly.. You can do it man it would be a nice summer project and you pretty much have step by step instructions on here that gaterose provided.
Nyc-Runner
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Went down to Rausch Creek this past weekend for the FJ Northeasters event it was a great weekend did some great wheeling and met some really cool peeps and it was all for a good cause! I will definitely be attending these on a regular basis from now on it's a awesome event and Rausch creek was amazing and will for sure be making runs here a lot more as well!! Here's some pics the run.
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