BrianSD_42
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Truck is looking great dude.
Ripcord's 2002 Sport Ed. Version 2.0
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4-Ripcord
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Thanks, Brian! Glad you like it. No matter how clean I get it, still doesn't hold a candle to yours.
It also has 5 tires in the back to bring it down a bit haha, but thanks. Yes armor is next up.Looks like you got a LITTLE rake: But seriously that looks killer! I assume armor is next in line?
Well I appreciate you taking the time to read! Thanks.
kurticus91
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Wow that looks awesome dude, nice job. You like the Duratracs? I'm trying to decide between the Duratracs or Cooper ST MAxx
Zachpins34
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My jaw literally dropped when I saw these pics. Very cool/tasteful. I like the fresh start. Can't wait to see more updates. I think you also just convinced me (without even saying a word) to get 315s instead of 285 duratracs.
A.Wilson013
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Looks good, Jim.
One thing that I HIGHLY recommend would be to lose those bump stops in the front. I came down hard on those that you're using and apparently hit the bolt that the rubbery stuff is formed around (technical, I know). The contact pushed the bolt down with such force that it knocked the threads off of the inside of the LCA (I imagine it was a tack welded nut). This happened on the rear of the driver's side and BOTH of the passenger side. These are what I am running and I LOVE them. Honestly, they perform so well that I cannot imagine hydro bumps being worth the cost (I'm sure they are for the big dawgs hucking their junk off the dunes). I plan to utilize them in the rear as well, eventually. I only run one set in the front position. The driver's side bolted right up with the bolt supplied. The passenger side I had to drill out a touch and insert a rivnut.
I see you've got the rear ready for some serious weight- what are the plans for armor out back?
At the current shock mounting position are you at 5" up and down, or did you orient it more one way than the other?
Also- what are your initial impressions of the ride/handling?
One thing that I HIGHLY recommend would be to lose those bump stops in the front. I came down hard on those that you're using and apparently hit the bolt that the rubbery stuff is formed around (technical, I know). The contact pushed the bolt down with such force that it knocked the threads off of the inside of the LCA (I imagine it was a tack welded nut). This happened on the rear of the driver's side and BOTH of the passenger side. These are what I am running and I LOVE them. Honestly, they perform so well that I cannot imagine hydro bumps being worth the cost (I'm sure they are for the big dawgs hucking their junk off the dunes). I plan to utilize them in the rear as well, eventually. I only run one set in the front position. The driver's side bolted right up with the bolt supplied. The passenger side I had to drill out a touch and insert a rivnut.
I see you've got the rear ready for some serious weight- what are the plans for armor out back?
At the current shock mounting position are you at 5" up and down, or did you orient it more one way than the other?
Also- what are your initial impressions of the ride/handling?
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4-Ripcord
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I have had 3 pairs of duratracs and no intention of switching anytime soon.
My work here is done
I like the rake too, really grown on me. Ill probably do rear bumper first to bring it down some though.
Ooooh those are fancy! I did have my doubts about this set, seem to be more of just hard travel stoppers than actual cushioned bump stops. How long have you had that set?
On my last truck I had the same thing happen with breaking a bump stop nut off.
I did not intend the rear to be as high as it is now. I do have plans to bring it down with some overpriced counterweights. I have not measured it exactly, but it is probably close to 5" up/down right now. I want to have more downtravel when it is at the correct position though.
I have not really driven it too much. I still need to align it and I'm leaving in a few days for holiday fun times. Ill let you know after the new year though!
Unner
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I've got those on my truck as well. They're great! The guy at wheelers recommended I keep one of the stock bumpstops as a final limit on compression, but the softer wheelers one makes it smoother hitting potholes and such. Here's a cool video of them in action on a Tacoma.
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A.Wilson013
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I've had them for awhile... I think about a year now? This past year has been a blur with all of the trips and modifications between them. It all blends together.
That's a good idea. I'll have to find another riv nut for the passenger side -.-
4-Ripcord
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Thanks, Rock Rat. I am glad people take the time to read my ramblings
Thanks for stopping by, Bryan! How are the brakes treating you now?
Thanks, Rock Rat. I am glad people take the time to read my ramblings
Thanks for stopping by, Bryan! How are the brakes treating you now?
Amazing, Jim. I sincerely appreciate your help and guidance. Couldn't have done it w/o you. After getting them broken in over the last 500 miles, there is simply no comparison. I could stop on a dime from 60 if need be.
infamousRNR
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Well I thought my ARB bumper and my IROK's would be killing the 4Runner game.. But then mr. ripcord comes through with another thundercloud build and slaps some Icons on there..........
Selling my truck now because of this build
Selling my truck now because of this build
4-Ripcord
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The two of you need to get together and make a deal
But seriously, i'm not making that mistake twice in one lifetime.
fourfive
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I finally bit the bullet and got my rear links built the right way.
My old links were 1/4" longer than stock and I still had some vibes with them, these new ones are 3/4" longer than stock. Stock is 12 1/4", these were 12 1/2" and the new ones are 13".
The problem with them is that having poly bushings on each end made them TOO strong. The stock links had some rotation in them through the rubber bushings and the solid rod. These would not have the flex I needed and could even break the control arm mounts if I used them off road.
The "old" ones.
I'm quoting this from your previous build & wanted to clarify some info. I'm assuming when you said the poly bushings for the rear control arms made it too strong it was in regards to your custom rear control arms that you initially built?
Do you have any thoughts on poly bushings being too strong/rigid for the stock rear upper & lower arms?
I've been looking at some whiteline poly/elastomer bushings for the rear upper & lower control arms that are offered for 3rd gens & found your thread about polys in your custom rear control arms & was wondering if poly bushings for stock rear arms wasn't a good idea?
185Runner
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Hey Ripcord. Truly inspiring work here. My brother suggested me getting a runner for my wife/play vehicle. I stumbled across your builds. I have read them from beginning to end. I appreciate your detail and craftsmanship, you have inspired me to buy a runner as soon as I am out of Basic/tech school (starting soon). These are the clearest posts I have ever seen on any forums.
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