JDMcQ's New Toy

Well...Not exactly a NEW member, but I am new to the 4Runner section.

I started with this:



But found it a bit impractical, so I sold it.

I then bought this:



But, although it was a diesel, it just did not fit my needs.

So, yesterday, I traded it for this:



2006 4Runner SR5 with the 4.7 V8. 45,000 miles. No big plans for this one. I changed the oil today with Mobil 1, installed some Weaterhtechs up front and worked on the few scratches and chips on it. Oh, I guess I did one mod. Debadged.

Love it so far, the V8 is awesome. I can almost watch the gas gauge drop under acceleration. I am looking for some new wheels. Aftermarket orr maybe the Sport or Limited styles.

 

Welcome back, I got a timing belt for that engine when you need it.

 

Lay off the throttle for fuel economy and it could work out well for you. Congrats.

 

The Mrs. drives an '04 4 Runner.....

 

Thanks. I'm usually pretty easy on the skinny pedal. Just playing with the V8. I'll get over it.

 

Spent the past two days touching up minor scratches and chips as well as a polish and wax. Old girl looks damn good.

I forgot how expensive it could be to have a vehicle I really liked. I'm thinking 2" lift and some gunmetal wheels. Thoughts on these?

SCS Stealth 6


Konig Countersteer Type X


Konig Six Shooter:

 

Thanks Chris! I really appreciate your advice during this whole ordeal.

 

six shooters in 17's would look good.....just throw an OME med duty lift on her and some 285's....you know you want too....i loved your first gen......you should stop by my meet coming up an have a beer with us

 

Slick truck John, good luck with it, although I don't think you'll need it. Truck probably will go 300,000 miles and still be in good shape!

 

I won't go to 33's again. That's what ruined the old truck for me. 2" OME with some 32's on a 17" wheel.

I might make an appearance, we shall see.

 

Thanks Dave!

 

Sweet

 

this no look like beemer wagon?
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As I was buying the 'Runner, I got a killer offer on that BMW. They dropped the price 2 grand and offered me more on the Jeep. The mileage on that wagon scared me though.

 

According to my Torque App, 0-60 in 7.6, uphill.

 

Got new wheels and tires last week. 265/70/17 Cooper AT3 on Level 8 MK6 (17x8 0 offset). Modified the mudflaps up front and pushed the fender liner forward to get rid of the rubbing.

 

It look-a good! Congrats, by the way.