Cut out the spare tire cross member. Build some mounts for the tank straps and it fits like a glove. The tank is only 19 ga capacity similar to oe cap. I would like to move to the jeepspeed fuel cell in the future for more capacity
I know tensors are supposed to be on sxs but ive seen them on a few yotas and rangers. What would be to much weight for the 35 or 37’s?
My 4runner is not a DD and id like some lightweight tires for my under powered V6
Current weight is 4250lbs
Oct 2022 i had Dialed Shock Prep revalve, freshen up the suspension and rerouted the resi hoses in the rear for better flow.
I also added a spare, harbor freight jack with DMZ jack skid and small portable compressor all tucked between the seats and tire.
From Dec 2020 to Feb 2023 all these...
I reached out to Tanner at TKO and scheduled some fab time to weld the emkeith, total chaos reinforcements and mount the shock resi’s and bumpstops.
installed the new steering rack and had Precision alignment in Temecula perform the alignment.
Continued
Used the oe rear end to keep my speedo, and parking brake. It also kept the cost down.
Also added a high clearance bumper from Nguyen Works
It was time to seal the cab as best as possible, so it was time for fiberglass
Once the 2 pc covers were finished I siliconed and riveted...
I initially went with old man emu rear springs and Rancho shocks to at least get the tires on and driving but once Brandon at Arcadia Offroad had an opening I jumped at the chance to start the shortcourse style 4 link
He got it on a lift and tore it apart. Got rid of the oe gas tank, oe...
Update 12/6
So once parts were in hand in was time for hovercraft mode
Didnt get many photos but the assembly of the front kit went smooth.
Once the front was assembled. I scheduled an appt with westfab for the front bumper.
Its not perfect but it serves its purpose
I started researching parts and LT kits and started spending money.
Parts list:
New motor mounts
New OEM steering rack
New OEM lower ball joints
New radiator and hoses
New starter
New battery
New OEM knock sensors
New catalytic converter
New O2 sensors
New front rotors and pads
New Brake...
Figured id post up my project.
I originally had planned on getting a sandrail but we don't have storage for an open car and we needed a 5 seater to fit my 3 kids.
My wife always had a liking for 4runners and Im a ford guy but I knew toyota had a decent record in the offroad scene. So we agreed...
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