TW's active 4runner builders BS thread

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  1. Feb 17, 2017 at 2:36 AM
    greengen1

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    3inch Toytec lift ,285/75/16 ,elocker with stock 4.30 gears ,CB ,4ft firestik ,mag lite mount ,roof basket with shovel mounted ,Ultra gauge.And other stuff.
    I need to do this also both inner boots are torn but I won't have time before this trip
     
  2. Feb 17, 2017 at 5:51 AM
    MattJakobs

    MattJakobs Everything but a Tacoma

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    In for a trip back up here?

    Thankfully have spring break the first week of March so I'll do what projects need to be done then
     
  3. Feb 17, 2017 at 8:09 AM
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    LTDSC 32oz of fun

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    anyone wanna buy some methods?
     
  4. Feb 17, 2017 at 8:12 AM
    4Running Daily

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    Only if you throw in a 4Runner
     
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  5. Feb 17, 2017 at 8:13 AM
    LTDSC

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    hmmm thats a tough one.

    Just purchased Bronze SR8s to swap out.
     
  6. Feb 17, 2017 at 8:45 AM
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    Is there a runner up there?
     
  7. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:16 AM
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    Anybody running ToyTec Ultimate coilovers?
     
  8. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:18 AM
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    Roll Tide COO COO KACHOO

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    Here and there. Sometimes.
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    Head unit. That's it.

    Is that the same as the adjustable 5100's?

    I have the threaded 5100's with Eibach coils....
     
  9. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:22 AM
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    @LTDSC are the Mint 400 spectator passes transferable? Like can I just give mine away?
     
  10. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:24 AM
    T4RFTMFW

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    I have a line on TT Ultimate's from a local buddy for not much more than free, he's upgrading to Kings.
     
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  11. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:26 AM
    Roll Tide

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    Head unit. That's it.

    I think I basically have this on my truck. They are a bit stiff, but I also have the 4cyl. and stock bumper.
     
  12. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:30 AM
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    Could be, how much are you looking to spend?

    Heck, if it's close to free, I'd pick it up. It'll ride nicer then you spacer lift and it'll get you a decent set up. Even if you plan on upgrading eventually, I'd consider running this in the mean time
     
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  13. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:33 AM
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    SCRunner12 Tundra Troll

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    I would go for them and you can always upgrade later. Plus practically free is a pretty good price IMO.
     
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  14. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:34 AM
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    $100 is as close to free as $825 coilovers get, anyway.
     
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  15. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:38 AM
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    I'd do it in a heart beat for $100. You hate it, sell it and make some
     
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    They ride nice in his turd gen Tacoma, so I figure it'll be about the same ride, maybe better depending on what I set them up for. Would be staying at or below 2" in the front.

    Curious what would be recommended for the rear? Prefer a slight rake, about what I have now which is probably an inch or so.
     
  17. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:51 AM
    T4RFTMFW

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    10-4. So whatever I do in front I should do in the rear (height wise), give or take half an inch.
     
  18. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:54 AM
    SCRunner12

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    What's next? Going to ask what size tire fits on stock, noob!

    Your 4runner is going to look sweet and I'm going to be jealous. Really want the wife to get one, but I think the minivan will win out.
     
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  19. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:54 AM
    ramonortiz55

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    Same here. She wants a highlander :anonymous:
     
  20. Feb 17, 2017 at 9:56 AM
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    So does @SCRunner12...
     
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