Pearl's mod/build LT rear/DK +3.5 LT/Custom Baja Bumper/Thorley Headers/Manual T-case
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4RunnerAquasport
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Thank You!
The butt dyno says so, but there is no real way of knowing for sure.
I feel like there was an increase with the headers and Y-pipe, and now with the injectors and intake plenum upgrade it definitely has some balls. The long term fuel trims seem more even. Before when cruising at hwy speeds and constant rpms LFTs weren't as consistent as they are now.
IMHO the 03' and 04' 4Runners won't be able to take advantage of the larger 270cc injectors unless you have the headers, hi-flow exhaust and the plastic intake plenum upgrade. But opinions are...well...you know....
The 12 hole injectors even in the smaller 250cc size might be a viable upgrade worth the money though. The mist you get with the 12 hole always burns better than the stream you get with the OEM 4 hole injectors.
Anyone interested should hit up Keith at http://dirtydeedsindustries.com/product/fuel-injectors/
He was really helpful and very sincere. Always answered my calls too!!
Thanks for the feedback! I have an 06 V8 with Doug Thorley headers, custom piping, URD maf calibrator, AFE cold air intake.
4RunnerAquasport
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Is the URD unit the universal? And how do you like it? Was the install difficult? Did Gadget provide you with a tuning map? A couple years ago I think all he had was a map for the Tundra.
I would say you will definitely benefit from the 270cc injectors!
Yes, it's the universal MAF calibrator and there was a map that he preloaded for me with my setup. With my 06 v8, do you think i'll need the adaptors for the fuel injectors? I do like it, seems to open up more torque when I want to floor it.
4RunnerAquasport
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Good, glad you like it!
Your the first person I've talked with that has one installed on a V8 with a map. Charles Black has one on his KOH Steel City race truck, but he had to use a laptop and a bunch WOT pulls to set it up, because it has to be in open loop to change any parameters. He needed two people to do it and I don't have that luxury all the time. Did you have to splice and solder the calibrator into the harness? Or does Gadget have it plug and play now?
The way the DD website reads,
I don't think you'll need the adapters for the 270s with your 06', but I would give Keith a call to make sure. He's pretty cool and prefers phone calls anyway.
I ordered the 270s by mistake and he suggested that it might be running lean with the headers anyway, so I decided to get the adapters. Glad I did.
Here is a pic of the connector on my old injectors if it might help you ID the right one compared to yours.
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Good to know and i'll definitely give Keith a call and see what he says. 
as for the MAF calibrator, it had to be spliced into the harness.
as for the MAF calibrator, it had to be spliced into the harness.
4RunnerAquasport
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4RunnerAquasport
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I'm officially a fan of McGeorge Toyota. Ordered a LC 200 rack on Saturday Morning, received this Morning-5 days. Pretty good discount and a free shipping coupon also. Now to figure out how to fit this thing and make it work with my DK LT. I will be asking a lot of questions of some more knowledgeable people for sure.
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Definitely on my 'to do' list as well. Interested in seeing what documentation you guys come up with on your install. I need more BEEF!
Awesome to see these LC rack getting more traction (and hopefully documentation) on these rigs! Can't wait to see how yours goes.
Between you and Inv4drZm taking this on I think it will pave the way for the rest of us to gain confidence in doing this swap.
Inv4drZm
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Awesome to see these LC rack getting more traction (and hopefully documentation
Between you and Inv4drZm taking this on I think it will pave the way for the rest of us to gain confidence in doing this swap.
These racks are just massive compared to the factory one. It's hard to believe this swap is just now catching on, its not even that much more expensive than a factory rack. Then again, 37's are new to our ifs trucks as well.
With these and tie rod upgrades we may not have an issue with steering failure on a trail ever again.
4RunnerAquasport
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Awesome to see these LC rack getting more traction (and hopefully documentation
Between you and Inv4drZm taking this on I think it will pave the way for the rest of us to gain confidence in doing this swap.
Well I am officially over my head on this one (DK +3.5 - 4:56 rear end swap w 14" bypass - front gear swap - Man T-case swap - 200 rack), but I'll try to get as much documented as I can. There's a 4th gen guy (Wishbone Runner) on Taco World that is looking to do the 200 rack also. Not sure if he is going RCLT, but between him and [MENTION=130999]Inv4drZm[/MENTION], I'm sure they will be way ahead of my build in their timeline, unless Mike's wait time on his kit causes them problems. But, both of these guys are way better at the documentation and welding than I am.
This 200 is a beast. It feels like it came out of one of those Toyota buses you see in the islands. I may be one of the first to match this up to a DK LT kit, but it should be close to the TC kit that Sherpa put their 200 on.
You're right they aren't that expensive at least currently. Got mine for $487 w free shipping. Toyota parts might just be good hedge against this damn inflation we're seeing.
37s or larger are not easily done in a driveway by most of us Soccer Mom van drivers lol. I feel like you and handful of others are the only ones in the 03+ 4Runner world who have tackled the job.
As I mentioned earlier, I'm way over my head so I'll be bugging the crap outta you and your bro in the coming months for a lotta tips.
But hell or high water, I'm gonna be learning to weld on this project too.
4RunnerAquasport
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Measurements in the link and a pic From Tacoma World.
The TRE looks like a Baseball bat compared to our oem.
LC200 Rack Steering Clevis' | Page 3 | Tacoma World
The TRE looks like a Baseball bat compared to our oem.
LC200 Rack Steering Clevis' | Page 3 | Tacoma World
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4RunnerAquasport
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[MENTION=130999]Inv4drZm[/MENTION] Now for the next question Mason, will our oem pumps be able to handle the volume?
According to James' measurements, the LC stroke is a hair shorter, but the larger rack has got to hold a pint or two more fluid.
According to James' measurements, the LC stroke is a hair shorter, but the larger rack has got to hold a pint or two more fluid.
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Wow, that LC200 rack is so much more beefier than the rinky dink 4runner rack. I don't know what Toyota was thinking putting these inferior steering racks in, just causing us owners to put more time and money to 'beef' things up!!
Inv4drZm
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It should be fine, I haven't heard Marlin or anyone mention that.
Would be nice to upgrade the fluid capacity though to be on the safe side. James on the FJC forums did with an aftermarket reservoir.
Or if you had a ton of money burning a hole in your pocket just buy the JD Fab steering pump upgrade kit.
4RunnerAquasport
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Reservoir sounds doable cost wise. Still want to get the clevis kit and the double shear kit, but need to sell some of the parts accumulating around the house.
After 20 years, I'm officially unemployed to start the New Year, so I'll have plenty of time, just not the full budget I was hoping for.
4RunnerAquasport
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Rear end swap/FJ tank/14" bypasses
Well I just dove in the deep end.
Rear end swap: new/used one has 4:56 Nitro gears/Nitro axles-ARB locker. It also has legitimate bumps stop pads, tabs welded on for an Anti-Rock and the lower shock mounts will accommodate the welded rod ends for the bypasses.
FJ tank is 19 gallons and shorter to accommodate more down travel.
Out with the old:
Well I just dove in the deep end.
Rear end swap: new/used one has 4:56 Nitro gears/Nitro axles-ARB locker. It also has legitimate bumps stop pads, tabs welded on for an Anti-Rock and the lower shock mounts will accommodate the welded rod ends for the bypasses.
FJ tank is 19 gallons and shorter to accommodate more down travel.
Out with the old:
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