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Do you have any documentation of failures from any of the vendors on this site? I feel like if it was so bad to gusset in that fashion, that it would be a more widespread problem.

 

Functioning headlocks for 6lug. https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/wto/d/toyota-tacoma/6548871005.html

 

If you apply force to both configurations, the gusset in the center of the tube will fail before the gusset offset the center of the tube. There is literally no more extra work in where you put them when youre making the part so why not just offset if it is a smarter, stronger option?

But, the chances of this failure happening on a rock slider is slim. They'll never see the force to cause them to fail when offroad.

 

Looks a bit rough, but 4Runners bring stupid prices these days. Might be profit in fixing it up.

 

It might be a good deal but you will definitely need to inspect that chassis with a fine-tooth-comb and a ball pin hammer. I find it extremely hard to believe that that chassis is not rotted out in the common places.

 

@boynoyce

I owned a 96, then a 97 and now a 02. All three were one owner with records and solid chassis. The 96 had a blown motor, paid $500 for it, the 97 had 288k miles but was fine and paid $1600 for it, my 02 is now my DD and had 225k on it, blown trans and paid $400 for it. $900 trans and about $800 for misc crap to get it through inspection and it was good to go.

 

@boynoyce

Hit up @68dave

He finds great deals all the time, I usually buy them. He is down here in Baltimore.

 

If all checks out, it’s a good deal.
Couple things to check for though. Frame rust is definitely a big one. Know the owner says all is good but definitely still check that out. See what maintenance has been done. That’s past it’s first timing belt interval so I’d make sure that’s been done. Lower ball joints are a big one on 3rd gens as well. Though I haven’t seen any failures with just that few miles. I’d also make sure it hasn’t been rolled back. That’s really not a lot of miles for a 97. I doubt there’s one on my local Craigslist with that little mileage, especially at that price. There’s a buyers guide on t4r (4runner forum) that I’ll get and link in here for you to check out too.

 

Anyone know if this is a good deal? No idea if the tires are any good.

 

Looking for a big awning, e.g. ARB 2500x2500.

 

So I guess there is only two mods today, I’ll probably still get banned.

 

I got banned

 

If you see enough force to cause that kind of failure you're doing it wrong.. or someone just T-boned the hell out of you and you have more important things to worry about it. For our use the center gusset is sufficient - however you are correct it is a superior design with the two side gussets.

 

I think @Mobtown Offroad likes to over-do things, and there is nothing wrong with that. Its kind of refreshing to see in an age where most manufacturers want to cut costs/corners wherever they can.

 

white 2nd gen long bed cap
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/pts/d/2005-ars-camper-shell/6547999369.html

black 2nd gen long bed cap
https://easternshore.craigslist.org/pts/d/toyota-tacoma-are-camper-shell/6540364510.html

OEM roof rack
https://allentown.craigslist.org/pts/d/2018-toyota-tacoma-roof-rack/6547552200.html

 

Fuel 17" wheels, 5 for $700
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/wto/d/fuel-beast-wheels-new-17x9-6/6528886300.html

5x beadlocks, 4 MT tires @Redmann
https://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/wto/d/toyota-tacoma/6548871005.html

 

That's a steal for just a buck.

 

What about them makes you think they are fake?

 

Details
Raceline RT-81 Black Rock 8 Beadlock Wheel

Raceline Wheels have been used in the harshest environments including the King of the Hammers. They are the single most installed beadlock available on the market today. They are an inexpensive beadlock without sacrificing quality. How do we know this? They are used WORLDWIDE in competition rock crawling and rock racing. They are jumped, smashed, beat to a pulp and keep on performing.

Raceline Wheels are engineered not only to be lightweight but extremely strong, their track record proves it!


-Center NOT Cap included
-Lug nuts NOT included
Special Note: Not DOT approved for highway use. 25 PSI Max



https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PL23383B1E38A3BBD3&time_continue=1&v=AaDK_09SSRg

 

I'm not at the point of wheeling the truck hard yet so it's not like I would need real beadlocks.

Edit:

Oh well then