Got my 4x4 conversion done.

I video documented my 4x4 conversion on my pre-runner. Thought id share for people wanting to actually see it done. not really a how too, but helps give you an idea of whats involved .



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPndIsQU8_8&list=PL92ZVdKDrUea-qwj0F1DhOoT8x9WFgLYY

 

Nice job. I hadn't thought about the cost of converting vs buying a 4x4, but for the machanicaly inclined, there can be quite the savings.

 

Thanks. i have no idea what a mechanic would charge for the work. wouldn't be surprised if its close to a 1k in labor though.

 

IIRC - a TTORA member paid $5K (both parts and labor) to have a shop convert his prerunner to 4WD and that was 8-9 years ago - I think Yotamasters in Corona CA did the work - It is much cheaper to do the wrenching yourself and part out the subwork to specialists as needed. Good Job Junior!

 

These days shops (that have previous experience in this), have been quoting 3500-3800$ with parts they provide to convert Prerunner to 4x4. I have contacted a few and got written quotes.