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Thanks [MENTION=124121]dkyleb[/MENTION] I should have some pics with the new shoes up this week.
My first tire upgrade was to 285/70s and was happy with them, but always wanted 35s. Finally I just decided that it was time to pull the trigger.
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Came out very clean better than I thought I was iffy as to whether or not you had eye for style and could pull it off and bring it all together, you did good and wise choice going to [MENTION=95421]Troymclure[/MENTION] I'm sure you came back with more than just a bumper, but a wealth of knowledge and first hand info to help you go broke!!! After checking out his rig. Lol
Good job and honestly I wouldn't do anything with your fenders looks good just like that.
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Haha, for sure! So many more projects on my list.
Thanks [MENTION=117408]Oneluv13T4R[/MENTION] I appreciate the feedback. I think she came out looking pretty good after it all got pulled together. I felt that way too about the fenders, but I would love to get a little more of a flare to tuck the tires in a bit. If I could somehow match the paint and plastic cladding on a fiberwerx flare, I think it would look awesome.
Does the dealer sell color matching paint? If I can do that, I'd then try and match up a "plastic cladding" color and give it a go on some flares.
Thanks [MENTION=117408]Oneluv13T4R[/MENTION] I appreciate the feedback. I think she came out looking pretty good after it all got pulled together. I felt that way too about the fenders, but I would love to get a little more of a flare to tuck the tires in a bit. If I could somehow match the paint and plastic cladding on a fiberwerx flare, I think it would look awesome.
Does the dealer sell color matching paint? If I can do that, I'd then try and match up a "plastic cladding" color and give it a go on some flares.
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Yes they do...
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Well shoot. Is it like $100 per oz.?:roadkill:
that thing is bad ass man. Some fiberwex fenders would do a lot for it IMO. But it seems like you already know that.
Why did you decide on 35's vs. 37's? Seems as if you have plenty or room. Seems as though you have more lift than everybody else by a considerable margin. Not worried about the geometry of the suspension?
Why did you decide on 35's vs. 37's? Seems as if you have plenty or room. Seems as though you have more lift than everybody else by a considerable margin. Not worried about the geometry of the suspension?
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Thanks [MENTION=93353]bigjebus[/MENTION]
I went with 35's for a few reasons;
a. 35s are more practical
b. 37s would require a re-gear
c. 37s would be a greater cost up front as well as loss in power/MPG, etc.
d. 37s would make it impossible for my girlfriend to get in the truck, as she was already complaining when I had 285s :rofl:
I feel like 35s are a good fit. I'm really not much bigger than other rigs, and all of my alignments come out clean.
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Thanks [MENTION=49651]zidaro[/MENTION]
I am running the MaxTrac spindles.
2003-2008 Toyota 4 Runner 2wd 4" Lift Spindles W/ Extended Brake Lines - MaxTrac 706440 - MaxTrac Suspension Store
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Gobi Ladder
While on my road trip from SF down to LA driving the coast, I was pulling over constantly to take in the beautiful coast line, snap a few pics, etc. the way I typically do this to get a good shot is up on my rack. Well it's much harder now on 35s and my :ballchain: struggled while on 285s. So I've decided I have a solution for this and placed an order for the Gobi ladder. In addition to it being practical for a number of reasons, I also happen to think they looks pretty sweet too. It should be here some time this week! Pics to come soon.
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While on my road trip from SF down to LA driving the coast, I was pulling over constantly to take in the beautiful coast line, snap a few pics, etc. the way I typically do this to get a good shot is up on my rack. Well it's much harder now on 35s and my :ballchain: struggled while on 285s. So I've decided I have a solution for this and placed an order for the Gobi ladder. In addition to it being practical for a number of reasons, I also happen to think they looks pretty sweet too. It should be here some time this week! Pics to come soon.
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Reverse Lights
So my (2) 8" LED light bars came in today, and I got them mounted up! Still need to get them wired to my battery and switch, but not exactly the best way to do that.
Those of you running reverse/rear lights, where was your point of entry to keep the wires hidden? I think I am going to pop my interior door sills and run the wiring under there, but before that point (cargo area), where would be the best place to run it? I will post some more pics when I get around to wiring them, but here is what they look like for now.
So my (2) 8" LED light bars came in today, and I got them mounted up! Still need to get them wired to my battery and switch, but not exactly the best way to do that.
Those of you running reverse/rear lights, where was your point of entry to keep the wires hidden? I think I am going to pop my interior door sills and run the wiring under there, but before that point (cargo area), where would be the best place to run it? I will post some more pics when I get around to wiring them, but here is what they look like for now.
