What have you done to your 5th Gen 4Runner today?

Wow, that looks great. I'm heavily leaning towards the IMS suspension for mine too. I'm running stock size Toyo AT3's on mine and I'm curious what size you have to give me a relative size comparison for the amount of lift you have.

 

Toyo Open Country III as well in 275-70-17. They are only available in E load which for some are overkill. I figure they are indestructible...almost. Thought about 285-70-17 Toyos in C but they are heavier than the size I have. Didn't want to go KO2s due to user reports here of hydroplaning and balance challenges. KO2s in 285-70-17 C are a bit lighter.
User experiences differ...

 

Replaced rear pads and rotors. They had 80k miles on them. Rotated the tires while I was at it.






Topping off some fluid before tackling the fronts.

 

How’s she drive? Looks great!

 

Front Passenger side is done. These caliper pins are a pita.

I'm able to get one of the caliper pins out on the driver's side, but so far, the other one won't budge at all.

 

Thanks.
Love it. Going up to MT/ WY soon to REALLY try out the suspension.
I'll elaborate. Tighter, significantly improved nose dive, little stiffer (to be expected), takes speed bumps, expansion joints, RR tracks, pot holes and road irregularities with aplomb. Much improved over OEM suspension.

 

That’s one of the best descriptions that I’ve read yet. Those “obstacles” are ones I encounter every day so that’s super useful information. Thank you!

 

Very nice work! The first picture is what i was trying wrap my brain around.

 

Ran out of daylight, so packed it up for the night. Left it soaking in some PB blaster, but I have a feeling I'll be removing it in pieces tomorrow. I was finally able to find a part number (47735-60300), so hopefully my local dealership has some in stock.

 

Love how your wheels turned out. Did you powder coat them?

 

Thanks and yes, I had them powder coated.

 

This is the inspiration I needed. Thanks! I've been going back and forth between new wheels vs powder coat and your set up looks fantastic.

 

Thanks. They were pricey. For the price I could have bought RR wheels but preferred the stockers the way I wanted them.

 

Glad it was helpful.

 

The black ones too!! I don’t know what year they switched to blue but I like the black a lot more!!

 

Happy with how the spacers turned out

 

TRD CAI installed.

 

Thanks. And I understand trying to wrap your brain on better using the space, my brain is warped from figuring it out. There's NOT much space for things. I needed the frame to support the expanded bed and closed it off for the looks and to use the cedar to keep bugs away. The storage was NOT planned or intended but still somewhat useful. NOT sure if it's noticeable, but the 80/20 is attached to the vehicle at already available anchor points, I think they're all 10mm, and there are several.

Your profile says you're in AZ. I live in Phoenix and don't mind driving if you want to take a look at it. Anyhow, hope the pictures help.

 

Is that a camping packed-out (food, water, clothing, etc) weight or only the vehicle?

 

That sucks about the caliper pins.

Mine were no issue at 75k.......although the caliper bolts almost did me in. Snapped a socket wrench and extension trying to loosen those bastards.

 

A few weeks ago, I learned from Venture4WD (YouTube) that a laptop could be powered by 12v. After much looking up how and what I need to power my MacBook Pro I learned I need a USB-C PD Output: 5V/3A 9V/3A,12V/3A,15V/3A,20V/3.25A (65W Max). Don't know what any of that means but that's what I needed, got off Amazon, installed it, and it works as advertised. Even better, I connected to USB-C outlet to the house battery for all-time power regardless if the vehicle is on or NOT. I installed a second one in the back for use when sitting outside or inside. That aside, I use an iPad for work and on a few occasions the battery did NOT last to the last assessment and why I carry a battery pack, as I spent disconnected ~45-60mins on the iPad between appointments and the ~15-30mins driving between appointments was never enough to charge the iPad. Additionally, when the vehicle was off the iPad was NOT charging. While at it, I changed the smaller RAM laptop mount to an original larger one sitting in the garage. Since the vehicle has its own WiFi, and the laptop works well with it while at a stop and now has continuous power, gonna conduct a trial to see if the laptop will stay connected while driving. Lastly, installed a napkin holder I have been using in the front to now in the back (kitchen area). Aside from the most common complaint from many is that the roll of paper towels unravels while driving (and the many ways to prevent/resolve that issue) the other is its bulkiness. The napkin holder is thin, does NOT unravel, and the best part--I can refill it with fast food restaurant napkins at NO cost (as if napkins are the cause of financial ruin).

 

No, this is empty vehicle, not even driver.

 

I live in AZ as well If I saw you driving next to me with that laptop mounted like that I would definitely think undercover cop lol

 

https://youtu.be/hHIBgZLL1XE?t=50 LOL

 

Mine weren't too bad. Managed to loosen them with a regular 1/2 drive and help from the jack handle. The caliper pins on my Tacoma were a little stubborn, but not as bad as this.

 

Gave The Green Behemoth some fangs today.

 

OEM new Rotors and TRD Brake Pads:

 

2.0 Fox Rear:

 

2.0 Fox Front: