88' 4Runner: mild build by noob 2 Attachment(s) Right now the plan is a DD with light trail use at the local off road park. I'm going to build it over time as money is saved. These are the mods I'm thinking in this order: OME lift (1986-1989 2") from rocky-road.com (they sell it as a kit that includes F&R Shocks, Front Torsion bars, Rear springs, Bushings & Steering Dampener. U-Bolts sold separate) 33" tires (currently thinking BFG's All Terrain) Addicted Offroad F&R Bumpers Rocky Road Sliders Softopper soft top I'm a little nervous over installing the lift at home. I have a buddy that says it's easy as an afternoon... so we're going to go ahead and do it. I'd appreciate any advise and pointers you guys may have. Thanks! |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob about to order the lift. "thumbsup" |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob That's a good looking truck, I've always liked them... |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob That is one clean '88 4runner. Hope you post up some more as your build progresses. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob Will do, I've actually decided to go ahead and get the top first... going to order it tomorrow. Right now, I basically have money for one component of the build and I was going to get the lift. But, after seeing some trucks with a lift and little stock tires... I decided to wait on the lift till I have enough cash for it and tires/wheels. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob 3 Attachment(s) just ordered the soft top. "thumbsup" It'll be a fun summer, lifted or not! Here's what it looks like but I got the window tint. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob Nice rig dude, I've got a lifted 84' 4Runner on 35" BFG KM2's, and I was lucky enough to score an original "Can-Back" soft top for mine, and absolutely LOVE it..!!! A fun summer for sure is in store my friend..!!! "thumbsup" Can't wait to see what else you do as the build evolves..! |
1 Attachment(s) Awesome Runner.....here is mineAttachment 239304 |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob I got my soft top installed, man it fit's great and is really quite on the highway. I'll get pics soon. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob 8 Attachment(s) I took the 4Runner to the local ORV Park and broke her cherry. ;-) Man, what a blast we had out there... got some full flex tettering action, some deep rutted mud action and thought I was gonna loose her down a gully but she pulled out of it... serious pucker factor there. All in all, the Toy performed above my expectations and I think I did a pretty good job driving. "thumbsup" |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob The older Toyota trucks are so capable, even in stock form. I love my '85. I will never get rid of it. Here are some pictures of some trail riding from Saturday: http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/x...ps5bddea63.jpg http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/x...psfff2e341.jpg |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob Nice truck! I had one exactly like yours...V-6 and all. I bought it with no motor and another one that ran good but that was about all it had going. Did the motor swap, put a straight axle in the front, had 35" tires on it and had a blast for about a month. Then the knock sensor went out, put the engine in "limp" mode and it was like driving a yugo. Never got it running right again, then eventually had to sell it :x Like the top!! |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob I'm about back up to the $1000 mark and want to get my next upgrade. After my first outing, the first thing I wanted was a rear ARB locker... but the total cost of that is still out of reach because I'd have to have a shop install it. I think the ARB is going to have to wait till my next tax check return next spring. So, I'm trying to decide between the lift and the armor. If I get the lift, it'll be at least a few months before I can get tires. I'll have to run the little tires on a lifted truck look for a while. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob Get the armor so you can wheel it without bashing it up while you save for the lift and tires. While I find Toyotas too small and uncomfortable to sit in, they are such great wheelers and I love the looks of the them; especially the 4Runners. "thumbsup" |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob The Rocky Road sliders are awesome. I had a set on my '01 Cherokee when I owned it. They are strong, easy to install, and offer great protection! |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob 1 Attachment(s) Yeah, those are the ones I'm going with. I think I will order the bumpers first though, then the sliders. And, I really want one of these! Toyota SR5 Pickup Truck 4Runner Altimeter Inclinometer w Cord and Bracket Blue | eBay |
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I know they aren't selectable, but since you don't really care about the longevity of the tires, that's not an issue. I've had a Lockrite in the front of my jeep for over 10 years with no problems. |
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Also... an ARB is nice, but I just replaced my rear locker with a Spartan. It's a drop in locker that has impressed me so far. It's super quiet compared to a lock right, and very smooth. It's also about $700 less than an ARB with gear set up. |
Re: 88' 4Runner: mild build by noob Go with a spartan if you are going with a lunchbox locker I broke the pins and the area that holds the springs and pins in on my lock right. |
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