Shannan's build thread

[ShannanC]

Just getting started. I had already removed the luggage rack and forgot to take pictures. :redface:

 

[ShannanC]

I removed running boards and trimmed the mud flaps.

 

[jman11788]

Looks pretty clean. Whats the reason for removing the luggage rack?

 

[ShannanC]

It was pretty ratty looking: paint peeling and all. I might paint it and put it back on. I kind of like the way it looks without it though and I've only used it once in 4 years.

 

[ShannanC]

200K and still going

Pretty proud of this.

 

[Unner]

At 200k she's still a baby. Lot's of life left as long as you take care of here.

 

[ShannanC]

Yup. Now that we replaced the 99 with a 2014 I am doing everything that I've always want to with 99. I am working on the 98 with my daughter and it will be hers in 3 years. I'm letting her decide what mods we are going to do. It's great fun and I know that we are working on vehicles that will last forever.

 

[ShannanC]

Well...it's been a little over a month since my last post. A lot of parts have come in and I will take pics and post this weekend.

 

[ShannanC]

Parts pics

Deck plate mod is complete. Please pay no mind to the dirty engine compartment. I will address that issue when I tackle the leaking valve covers.

 

[ShannanC]

OEM replacement ball joints

 

[ShannanC]

Tundra Billstein 5100's for front and rear and Daystar
bushing kit

 

[ShannanC]

Toytec Eibach springs for front
LC coils for rear (Lexus LX470 - 8.75 wraps) not pictured

 

[ShannanC]

Cross drilled and slotted rotors for Tundra brake upgrade
Raybestos remanufactured calipers for both sides

 

[ShannanC]

Cherry Bomb Vortex muffler

 

[Singtoe]

Hey - It looks like my truck minus the 4x4, hidden winch, running boards, roof rack, snorkel and blown V8...

Picture of my truck

This is my 4Runner. There are many others like it, but this one is mine. My 4Runner is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. Without me, my 4Runner is useless. Without my 4Runner, I am useless. I must drive my 4Runner true. I must drive straighter than my enemy, who is trying to pass me. I must pass him before he passes me. I will. Before God I swear this creed: my 4Runner and myself are defenders of my country, we are the masters of our enemy, we are the saviors of my life. So be it, until there is no enemy, but peace. Amen.

 

[ShannanC]

[MENTION=59542]Singtoe[/MENTION]

best....signature....EVER!!

:hatsoff:

 

[Unner]

This is my 4Runner. There are many others like it, but this one is mine. My 4Runner is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. Without me, my 4Runner is useless. Without my 4Runner, I am useless. I must drive my 4Runner true. I must drive straighter than my enemy, who is trying to pass me. I must pass him before he passes me. I will. Before God I swear this creed: my 4Runner and myself are defenders of my country, we are the masters of our enemy, we are the saviors of my life. So be it, until there is no enemy, but peace. Amen.

This is inspirational. I love it.

 

[ShannanC]

Btw, I also have everything to replace both rear axle bearings and repair the valve cover gasket leaks.

I also have a 2" body lift coming from FatPats Lifts after Christmas.

 

[MattAK]

Cherry Bomb Vortex muffler

I've got this muffler on my Christmas list. Be interested to hear how you like it.

 

[ShannanC]

I'll let you know as soon as I get it installed. I've been watching youtube videos and it sounds pretty dang good.