Random questions inbound

[sammyg]

Hello,
Just got a 96 T4R for my DD with only 96K miles on it. I didn't see an introduction page so I assume just to jump to the forum? (Also if this is in the wrong place mod's please move)
I have some random question to ask, not all at one time, but just random stuff about that which I do not know (I'm a Jeep...Erm..Willys guy :bash: )
First off, I have the chance to buy some BFG MtR's in the 32" flavor, the runner came with some almost new Michelin LTX M/S and some wheels that I do not like, so thinking of trading the wheels fair trade to someone with stockers, and either putting the Michelin's back on. If I don't, since these almost new BFG's are so cheap, should (more like could) I put the 32's on? And will it fit? My CJ2A is my real wheeler, this is just the around town/tow rig.
More questions on the way, TIA
-Sammy

 

[RonMAIDEN]

32" is as big as you can put on a stock 3rd gen.

 

[sammyg]

Thanks! Those tires were for a 15" wheel though
So more of those noob questions...
What makes a TRD a TRD?
And...I've been wanting a better front bumper, would like the trans4mer from Warn but it's discontinued. Needs a winch mount, any opinions there? I was reading the thread for 4th gens about how it's worse to have a big bumper because it tends to destroy the frame rails, is this true? Would a Bullbar be safe with the airbag and not have to cut the crush cans like the local shop said?
Thanks!

 

[sammyg]

Oh and would these be a good deal and worth it for a DD/ minor trail rig? My CJ2A is my true trail rig, but I may wheel the 'runner once in a while
http://albuquerque.craigslist.org/pts/706783067.html
Or should I try to go to a stock wheel and some Michelin LTX MS like I have, or a BFG A/T?

 

[RunnerUp]

i have an ARB bull bar on my truck and ive hit quite a few things with it, got into a head on accident awhile back and the mounts that come with it crumpled, saving my frame and the bumper. it holds my 9,500lb winch and a set of auxiliary lights on it.

i wouldnt put MTs on a DD due to gas mileage decrease and road noise and generally bad handling characteristics. i had a set of 33" BFG MTs on my truck for 40k miles, and it was way too loud on the highway.

as far as i know, toyota has never offered a TRD badged 4runner, however you can get a TRD supercharger, exhaust, air filter, wheels and all the stickers you could ever want for it.

the ARB bull bar is air bag compatable, but there is some cutting required to fit it on a 3rd gen 4runner.

 

[sammyg]

RunnerUp, thanks for that info! I guess I don't need to put the MT's on, the Michelin LTX MS are ok, need to swap wheels though. They seem to handle nice and not be terribly loud.
I think I may end up with some speed stickers for the TRD Just kidding, but a supercharger, what would be involved with that? I looked at a Taco with one, no idea how you buy one or mount it.
When you say there is cutting required with the ARB, what do you mean? The off road shop man said that some of the crumple zones need to be removed, making it slightly more dangerous.
I'm also in contact with this fellow, I would put my M8000 winch in it
http://pirate4x4.com/forum/showpost.php?p=7831357&postcount=16
We'll see if it is something that would be a good option.
Thanks!