WarnerD9's Build thread

[SOcalTRAIL]

Awesome pics!!!

 

[whodat]

Holy cow! Your build thread is like mods on steroids; so much all at once! Very nice, thanks for sharing!

 

[mikey's2010SR5]

Every time I see those awesome SCS wheels I get jealous. Killer build and the LT kit is amazing. Makes me think twice about taking the rear sway bar off, already took the front off.

 

[AZrunner11]

SCS wheels

I was close to dropping the hammer on some black Level 8 wheels and I'm so glad I have waited. The SCS or similar Tundra wheels are on my list of upgrades. Awesome pictures!!

 

[WarnerD9]

Thanks for the compliments, they cover compensation for the guy that takes and adds the pics! Just trying to return the favor y'all have done for me by posting yours.

I'd recommend the SCS wheels, they are the only ones other than the factory wheels that don't look like a dealer threw them on there to attract mall crawlers (no offense to those of you that fell for alternatives, they still look nice and I'm sure they work great).

I love the MT LT set up, I would recommend the HD rear springs with the resivor shocks if you run hard or pack more than a tarp, a can of soup and a card of matches while camping. Ditching the rear sway bar did create a noticeable but acceptable change in ride quality. For example, you will notice some nose dive and a bit of lift from the rear in heavy cornering.

Ultimately, after I get a few things done. I would like to do a true long travel kit (similar to the MT orange T4R in front or potentially a SAS. I am trying to put the parts together. I am thinking the new RACE SERIES STOCK LENGTH CHROMOLY BOXED LOWERS from TotalChaos and run ICON or Fox dual set up so that I can eliminate the front sway bar.

Anyone with KDSS elimination experience please help me out. I'm planning on ditching it all together but I need some help and expertise.

BTW, I've got CBI reworking the rear bumper to include a swing out tire carrier and I've got a 20gal aux fuel tank in the works as well. I should be able to post pics in late Aug or early Sept.

 

[Jesse1983]

If you had sliders on it wouldn't be a big deal.

wait a second - how do you not have sliders?

 

[WarnerD9]

wait a second - how do you not have sliders?

Long story short, every time I go out with a certain group we draw names out of of a hat, whoever picks your name gets to choose one thing that you have to take off or can't use for that trip. My great buddy said no sliders so they came off and I haven't put them back on.

Here's a video, different trail, already posted on the "new_vids" thread. But please enjoy. 2011 4Runner near Sand Hollow - YouTube

 

[phillyd2]

Time for a new game such as who pays for beers at the end of the trail. It would be much cheaper and smarter. Or just wheel with girls and make it interesting.......:girl:

 

[WarnerD9]

Time for a new game such as who pays for beers at the end of the trail. It would be much cheaper and smarter. Or just wheel with girls and make it interesting.......

That would be great if we drank and weren't married. So the girls are already coming along and I enjoy and appreciate a good challenge.

 

[WarnerD9]

BTW, I've got @CBI OffRoad Fab reworking the rear bumper to include a swing out tire carrier and I've got a 20gal aux fuel tank in the works as well. I should be able to post pics in late Aug or early Sept.

Teaser pic from CBI for the rear bumper. The notch in the corner will house some Rigid dualies.

 

[KidVermicious]

Here are some teasers for my 85 Runner Krusty build thread coming soon for the classy classic admirers.

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Oh, what? Somebody has been holding out on us...

Is that the CanBack you're rocking on there? I need to come check that out.

 

[WarnerD9]

I don't know that I would say that, but think what you may. I started on FrankinRunner/Krusty before I got married. It's been a bit of a nightmare so I'm not wildy excited to relive the experience. I've been trying to forget a lot of it so producing a written history wouldn't help.

 

[WarnerD9]

What do you think these three pictures are leading up to?

Here are a few more teasers from the rear bumper...

 

[joneseyyy]

I am really liking the build, and the pics! Is CBI building a jig to be able to sell more of these bumpers!? If so, I am in for one!

I would also second your inclination to do the Total Chaos lower control arms on your future front setup. I am running the Icon S2 setup (dual shocks up front, but with factory lower control arms) and sometimes wish I had the peace of mind of an easily replaceable uni-ball lower joint and poly lower bushings.

 

[Jeremy556]

Aux fuel tank?

 

[WarnerD9]

Ding ding ding

Aux fuel tank?

Ding ding dig we have a winner!!!

 

[WarnerD9]

I am really liking the build, and the pics! Is CBI building a jig to be able to sell more of these bumpers!? If so, I am in for one!

I would also second your inclination to do the Total Chaos lower control arms on your future front setup. I am running the Icon S2 setup (dual shocks up front, but with factory lower control arms) and sometimes wish I had the peace of mind of an easily replaceable uni-ball lower joint and poly lower bushings.

I don't know if they are planning on setting up to reproduce, but you should call Nathan [MENTION=64712]CBI OffRoad Fab[/MENTION]. They have been great to work with.

Someday I'll get to the front end w/long travel...

 

[MadeInMaine]

very nice

 

[KidVermicious]

It's been a bit of a nightmare so I'm not wildy excited to relive the experience. I've been trying to forget a lot of it so producing a written history wouldn't help.

Well that's yucky. I think the answer is to wheel it more. It'll be like aversion therapy.

 

[WarnerD9]

Well that's yucky. I think the answer is to wheel it more. It'll be like aversion therapy.

I took your advice, it was helpful. Had a little fling but it was too short. Ran out of time but I will get around to the write up soon enough.