shinyblackdeer
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Yep, we sold it on eBay.
shinyblackdeer's 98 T4R SR5 V6 build thread
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Yep, we sold it on eBay.
shinyblackdeer
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FatMat Mega Mat sound deadener *FINALLY* installed
For whatever reason, Jeff is dragging his feet installing the body lift. Installing the sound mat has been my body lift. I absolutely despised this job from start to finish, but I'm super happy now that it's done!
As with any mod, there are tons of write-ups available. The only things I did differently were the doors. Rather than create endless work for myself by piecing the mat around all the bolts and holes and various obstacles, I carefully removed the clear plastic liners and used those as templates, as shown below. I seriously have HOURS/DAYS in this job, and would rather suffer a kidney stone than have to do it again.
Now. if I could just get Jeff to install that body lift, I could finish the interior!
For whatever reason, Jeff is dragging his feet installing the body lift. Installing the sound mat has been my body lift. I absolutely despised this job from start to finish, but I'm super happy now that it's done!
As with any mod, there are tons of write-ups available. The only things I did differently were the doors. Rather than create endless work for myself by piecing the mat around all the bolts and holes and various obstacles, I carefully removed the clear plastic liners and used those as templates, as shown below. I seriously have HOURS/DAYS in this job, and would rather suffer a kidney stone than have to do it again.
Now. if I could just get Jeff to install that body lift, I could finish the interior!
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shinyblackdeer
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Headliner recovered
Our headliner (along with seemingly every other exposed surface in the interior) was a mess. It was definitely worth $160 to take it out, deliver it to an auto interior specialist for a fresh cover, then reinstall.
Our headliner (along with seemingly every other exposed surface in the interior) was a mess. It was definitely worth $160 to take it out, deliver it to an auto interior specialist for a fresh cover, then reinstall.
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shinyblackdeer
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Rear Suspension
Here's a progress pic of the rear as we await new control arms and panhard bar.
Here's a progress pic of the rear as we await new control arms and panhard bar.
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shinyblackdeer
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Brakes!
After doing the Tundra disc brake swap up front, Jeff decided to open up the drums in the rear and replace the worn shoes. Not easy getting the old drums apart!
We also have new stainless steel brake lines front and rear, thanks to Metro Fluid Connectors (front) and Sonoran Steel (rear).
After doing the Tundra disc brake swap up front, Jeff decided to open up the drums in the rear and replace the worn shoes. Not easy getting the old drums apart!
We also have new stainless steel brake lines front and rear, thanks to Metro Fluid Connectors (front) and Sonoran Steel (rear).
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shinyblackdeer
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The dreaded body lift.
Remember me saying Jeff was dreading the body lift install? Well, he either had a premonition or a self-fulfilling prophecy. Here's why:
This body mount bolt was seized inside its tube. Forever. Jeff spent the better part of a weekend trying to remove it with a variety of tools. Not fun. For everyone who says installing a body lift is "a piece of cake", I say:frusty:.
Remember me saying Jeff was dreading the body lift install? Well, he either had a premonition or a self-fulfilling prophecy. Here's why:
This body mount bolt was seized inside its tube. Forever. Jeff spent the better part of a weekend trying to remove it with a variety of tools. Not fun. For everyone who says installing a body lift is "a piece of cake", I say:frusty:.
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shinyblackdeer
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Rear suspension upgrade.
Our rear control arm bushings were shot, so we installed Toyota UCAs and Sonoran Steel LCAs, along with their adjustable panhard bar. Beef.
Can't believe I almost forgot to mention the AWESOME artwork that came on the package from Sonoran Steel! I asked for a drawing of the shiny black deer and that's exactly what I received, on all 4 sides! It's the little things that impress me.
Our rear control arm bushings were shot, so we installed Toyota UCAs and Sonoran Steel LCAs, along with their adjustable panhard bar. Beef.
Can't believe I almost forgot to mention the AWESOME artwork that came on the package from Sonoran Steel! I asked for a drawing of the shiny black deer and that's exactly what I received, on all 4 sides! It's the little things that impress me.
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tre9er
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New sway-links, too?
MERCY those are massive LCAs
Can I ask what you used to coat the undercarriage?
shinyblackdeer
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POR-15 chassis coat. Just don't get it on your skin.
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Transmission cooler.
Transmission cooler installed:
Transmission cooler installed:
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paddlenbike
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This:
And this:
Is just awesome. It makes me happy to see a husband and wife working together on a project that will give you many years of fun, adventure and happiness. It's also nice to see a 4Runner getting proper maintenance/repair as well as upgrades to make it do what you want. I have many, many happy memories in my 4Runner.
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And this:
Is just awesome. It makes me happy to see a husband and wife working together on a project that will give you many years of fun, adventure and happiness. It's also nice to see a 4Runner getting proper maintenance/repair as well as upgrades to make it do what you want. I have many, many happy memories in my 4Runner.
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shinyblackdeer
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Interior finished!
I finally got the interior back together and it smells awesome! Here is the Shiny Black Deer testing the Coverking seat covers. Doberman-tested, Doberman-approved.
EDIT: I sent these back for a replacement set just before the 1-year warranty expired. Doberman-tested, Doberman-destroyed. The replacement set is a better color match and fit. We're now doubling up on the rear seat protection by adding a dog seat cover to the rear.
I finally got the interior back together and it smells awesome! Here is the Shiny Black Deer testing the Coverking seat covers. Doberman-tested, Doberman-approved.
EDIT: I sent these back for a replacement set just before the 1-year warranty expired. Doberman-tested, Doberman-destroyed. The replacement set is a better color match and fit. We're now doubling up on the rear seat protection by adding a dog seat cover to the rear.
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ScanGauge II installed.
I kept reading posts about the ScanGauge II and naturally wanted one. I searched for install locations and liked the spot below the stereo best, so I unleashed the dremel tool once again. It didn't take much to square off the upper corners and loosen the gap where the ashtray used to sit.
I like the challenge of improvising, but this time I got super lucky. I was able to use a brass door jam plate with holes that matched up perfectly with the ashtray mounting holes. Then I carefully marked and drilled holes along the top of the ScanGauge back plate. Easy, and way better then using velcro tape.
I kept reading posts about the ScanGauge II and naturally wanted one. I searched for install locations and liked the spot below the stereo best, so I unleashed the dremel tool once again. It didn't take much to square off the upper corners and loosen the gap where the ashtray used to sit.
I like the challenge of improvising, but this time I got super lucky. I was able to use a brass door jam plate with holes that matched up perfectly with the ashtray mounting holes. Then I carefully marked and drilled holes along the top of the ScanGauge back plate. Easy, and way better then using velcro tape.
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shinyblackdeer
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Progress pic.
Here's a pic of our T4R taken on 6/22/13. This was after starting/driving it (around the block, with no exhaust) for the first time since we brought it home on 5/17/2013. Not a day has gone by that we haven't worked on some aspect of this project, and we're super proud of our progress. Thank you for the nice comments!
What's next? Bumpers and paint!
Here's a pic of our T4R taken on 6/22/13. This was after starting/driving it (around the block, with no exhaust) for the first time since we brought it home on 5/17/2013. Not a day has gone by that we haven't worked on some aspect of this project, and we're super proud of our progress. Thank you for the nice comments!
What's next? Bumpers and paint!
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shootmymime
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once its all put back together dont stop there! it would be a shame if this thread does to waste and dies.
shinyblackdeer
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Go Hawks! Awwww, jk, we're not football fans at all. If you ask me about F1 or MotoGP, that's a different story.
alaskaflyer
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absolutely fantastic job! Now I'm tempted to do this to mine.
I'm with ya on the MotoGP!
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