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What have you done to your 3rd Gen 4Runner today?

Discussion in '3rd Gen 4Runners (1996-2002)' started by Shauncho, Apr 7, 2014.

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  1. Feb 26, 2017 at 7:41 AM
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    RedRunner87

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    Got the lights wired up

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    RedRunner87, Feb 26, 2017
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  2. Mar 5, 2017 at 7:35 AM
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    THatfield I like Toyota's

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    Not quite today, but I finished wiring/install of CBI ditch light brackets and PIAA LP550's.

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    Roof rack coming soon.
     
    THatfield, Mar 5, 2017
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  3. Mar 9, 2017 at 10:03 PM
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    3" lift, 33” BFG muds, Aircraft Landing lights, Tractor muffler... The usual stuff.
    I got stuck in some mud today :)
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    I'm really happy that I have a winch though!
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    Dr What98, Mar 9, 2017
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  4. Mar 10, 2017 at 1:58 PM
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    I'd greatly appreciate some more info on the headlights. Where you got them, what they cost, thoughts on install and maybe a "long term review"
     
    Wubert, Mar 10, 2017
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  5. Mar 10, 2017 at 2:00 PM
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    RedRunner87

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    Got my lower ball joint bolts in and the tires rotated. The parts bin is piling up.
     
    RedRunner87, Mar 10, 2017
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  6. Mar 12, 2017 at 10:17 AM
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    Got rid of the stock stereo and installed a pioneer. Was my first time installing one so took me about 3 hours but super easy once you figure it out. IMG_20170312_101232.jpg
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    Tavo_D, Mar 12, 2017
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  7. Mar 15, 2017 at 8:35 AM
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    Locker, Bumpers, Skids, Sliders, Dual batteries, RTT, Custom Cargo Box W/ ARB Fridge
    Did Dual Batteries From Off-Grid Engineering!

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    3034Runner, Mar 15, 2017
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  8. Mar 17, 2017 at 2:47 PM
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    Installed new NGK plugs and wires
     
    Wubert, Mar 17, 2017
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  9. Mar 17, 2017 at 3:19 PM
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    Went on a fake "Dream on Shopping Spree" online . . .
     
    Wubert, Mar 17, 2017
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  10. Mar 17, 2017 at 4:19 PM
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    Broke a rusty ass lbj bolt Good times
     
    grayghost3, Mar 17, 2017
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  11. Mar 20, 2017 at 11:47 AM
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    Adjusted my lights

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    RedRunner87, Mar 20, 2017
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  12. Mar 28, 2017 at 6:42 PM
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    Installed my new trigger system2a320c4fc5b3af7657dc80bad2cafe19_5bc4a2036c6530e523f31a5d9efbbb0258ce8614.jpg
     
    Tucson4runner, Mar 28, 2017
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  13. Apr 7, 2017 at 4:48 PM
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    UssMoGn

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    UssMoGn That Vegas Dude

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    Extented Coil Lift. Custom bumpers
    Fixed up my skid plate i made for a truck. Had to extended it when I added the drop bracket.

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    UssMoGn, Apr 7, 2017
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  14. Apr 7, 2017 at 4:51 PM
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    UssMoGn That Vegas Dude

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    Extented Coil Lift. Custom bumpers
    Few days ago fixed my Dying Leather seat... :) My ass has so much more support now!
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    UssMoGn, Apr 7, 2017
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  15. Apr 22, 2017 at 5:34 PM
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    Getting ready to install a custom grill to protect the radiator and tranny cooler. I bought some wire grill that's pretty easy to manipulate and I'm going to frame it out with some tin. All galvanized. If any one has ideas please share.

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    Well... Here is the outcome. I call it.... simple, functional and inexpensive. Hit me up for the details

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    Posted up next to a fellow stocker

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    Last edited: Apr 25, 2017
    97RunnerLBC, Apr 22, 2017
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  16. Apr 23, 2017 at 7:06 AM
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    i dont have any suggestions but am very interested in seeing your end result
     
    DTOM_plz, Apr 23, 2017
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  17. Apr 24, 2017 at 9:48 PM
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    97RunnerLBC

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    Got the final results posted up. Might paint it gloss black. Not sure yet. $15.00 total and about 3 hours of labor.
     
    97RunnerLBC, Apr 24, 2017
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  18. Apr 24, 2017 at 9:54 PM
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    97RunnerLBC

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    Hit 283,000 = Oil change time.
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    97RunnerLBC, Apr 24, 2017
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  19. Apr 25, 2017 at 1:53 PM
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    Right on! I scored a killer deal on Crutchfield. JVC double din and $50 for all for speakers. They supply you with instructions and all the hardware for the install. Total came out to $180.00 and took me about 5 hours. Nice Job!!
     
    97RunnerLBC, Apr 25, 2017
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  20. May 11, 2017 at 6:37 AM
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    Tacoma whip, 99 console box, tru trac., steering wheel, PWMS and HVAC control out of a 99.
    How did the tacoma front end on the 4runner come about? Looks good, I've never seen it before.
     
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  21. May 12, 2017 at 7:33 AM
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    Extented Coil Lift. Custom bumpers
    My brother that originally owned it had put it on. He used it with some baja fenders, when i repainted it i put original ones back on. Ive since then had to fix his work lol

    The biggest piece you need to do it is replace the Main core support. That is cheap, you can drill out the old one on the pinch welds and put the new one in place. I cant remember but you may have to replace a few line because how they are mounted or just modify the core support. After that its just lights, grillie and bumper. Done.
     
    UssMoGn, May 12, 2017
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  22. May 14, 2017 at 10:19 PM
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    Out and about.

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  23. May 22, 2017 at 4:29 PM
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  24. May 23, 2017 at 7:47 PM
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    Running boards removed, B&M 70268 trans cooler, Energy Suspension rack bushings & front/rear sway bar/end link bushings, led dome lights. DIY roof rack out of Superstrut.
    Since I was running temps of 203 avg and a high of 208.4 (per ultragauge) I decided to put in a new thermostat and make sure the jiggle valve was in the 6 o'clock position.
    When I got it opened it up I found the jiggle valve in the 12 o'clock position (original thermostat).
    I put the new thermostat in with the valve at 6 o'clock. Temperatures don't go over 194 now. Well worth the time and money to get this done.
     
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  25. Jul 6, 2017 at 10:04 AM
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    Toytec?Eibach front, Toytec Superfelx rear, 255/85 MAXXIS Bighorns, B&M Cooler, 4'x4' Smittybilt Defender rack
    What we have is a 2000 Limited with E-locker with 159k FOR UNDER $3000!! (when stock)

    As soon as I got it I installed a B&M Trans cooler and flushed some fluids.

    TIRES AND LIFT ARE ON!!

    Toytec/eibach fronts and the Toytec Supper flex in the back.

    Maxxis 255/85/16 Bighorns (pepboys baby)


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  26. Jul 7, 2017 at 7:28 AM
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    Got the DLR's kind of wired

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  27. Jul 11, 2017 at 3:23 AM
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    larramo 3ed gen faithfully

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    3" lift but mostly all stock not a scratch on it it is pristine condition amazing for being 19 years old.
    yes it is vary important to change your ball joints!!!!! but do not go to auto zone or any place like that they are junk parts order only toyota parts camelback toyota is where i get all my parts they will last 200.000 miles trust me i know i went thru o reilly ball joints in 2500 miles then had to replace them. pain in the ass camelback parts are all original parts and the prices are reasonable. larry long time 4runner owner.
     
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  28. Jul 11, 2017 at 3:31 AM
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    larramo 3ed gen faithfully

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    3" lift but mostly all stock not a scratch on it it is pristine condition amazing for being 19 years old.
    as far as a rattle under the hood check the fan shroud it might have came loose and is rubbing against the fan that's what happened to mine.
     
    larramo, Jul 11, 2017
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  29. Jul 11, 2017 at 3:39 AM
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    larramo 3ed gen faithfully

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    3" lift but mostly all stock not a scratch on it it is pristine condition amazing for being 19 years old.
    and don't forget to change your timing belt water pump and idler pulleys every 100.000 miles that is the most important thing they are only designed to last that long. if your timing belt breaks you will need to rebuild your engine that will set you back 3000 bucks.
     
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  30. Jul 11, 2017 at 3:44 AM
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    larramo 3ed gen faithfully

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    3" lift but mostly all stock not a scratch on it it is pristine condition amazing for being 19 years old.
    had mine done at the shop for only 400 dollars plus another 250 for the timing kit small investment for a guaranteed 100.000 miles of dependable service rite.
     
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