UPDATED! 3-16-08
Ok, I have been searching for the last few weeks for all the mods that there are out there for the 3rd gen 4runners.
After all that searching I have come to a few conclusion:
We need a thread that has a list of ALL the Mods for 3rd Gens!
So I am starting this thread as an index of mod/parts/upgrades/maintenance items? that can/should be done to 3rd gens. Who knows, if we get a complete list the mods just might sticky this for future modders...
Here is what I want to do:
Post the name/description of the mod that you know of for 3rd gens, Rules:
You MUST post a link to what the mod is / why it is good / how to do it. Something that will tell people what it is you are talking about and how to do it.
I will update this first post with the mods as they are put up so that people don?t have to read all the way through the thread to see them all.
Ok, here are the ones I have and will start it off with!
Whole lot of mods on one site done to a 2nd gen but a lot can be done on a 3rd gen as well. Well worth a look.: http://pnw4runners.com/tando/modpics.htm
Interior Mods:
Replace Dash lights - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=70183
Cup holder mod (96-98 models) - http://www.4runners.org/writeups/cupholder/index.html
Rear Cargo Box and Sleeping Platform http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=76673
Rear cargo, tire holder: http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=557102
Low Profile Cargo Box 3rd Gen: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/low-profi...rd-gen-126267/
Auxiliary fuse box (done on a 2nd gen but the basics work on a 3rd gen)http://www.yotatech.com/f127/auxilia...4runner-75190/
Add Accessory Outlets (12v) http://www.yotatech.com/f127/adding-...4runner-75185/
Illuminated Cup Holders http://www.yotatech.com/f2/illuminat...olders-134903/
Power Inverter http://www.yotatech.com/f123/install...r-pics-108864/
Gauge and dash backlighting http://www.yotatech.com/f2/gauge-das...ghting-117226/
Exterior Mods:
Side marker lights ? http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75843
Backup light install - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75744
Disable DRL - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75269
Fog lights - http://www.top4runners.com/ja/electrical.html#fogmod
Adding Rubber Fender Flare Trim to Black Plastic SR5 Flares: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75761
herculined rockers/sliders/bumper: http://www.yotatech.com/f2/herculine...sliders-81582/
Rear defroster kit for sale from here: http://www.frostfighter.com/ff_pdt_2600.htm
Silblade Silicone Windshield wiper blades http://www.yotatech.com/f2/review-si...runner-133149/
Running Board Removal, Mud Flap Installation http://www.yotatech.com/f129/running...3rd-gen-75328/
HID Bi-xenon retrofit http://www.yotatech.com/f2/hid-bi-xe...w-pics-133563/
Performance Mods:
Throttle body cleaning - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=76368
Thermostat - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=76346
Dino to Syn swap- http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=76318
Engine temp sensor mod - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75163
The deckplate mod - http://www.wattora.com/index.php?page_id=10
Intake Silencer Removal (ISR):
For '96-'98: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=74837
For '99-'02: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75168
Marlin Crawler Shifter Bushings (5-Speed): http://www.brian894x4.com/Shifter.html
Throttle Body Bore and "O" Gasket mods: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.p...t=o+gasket+mod
Throttle body coolant bypass http://www.customtacos.com/forum/sho...body+coo lant
Transmission cable tightening, IPT Upgrade http://www.yotatech.com/f2/transmiss...arounds-86978/
Valve body shims http://www.yotatech.com/f2/speedys-s...9/index27.html
Speedys supercharger threads:
http://www.customtacos.com/forum/showthread.php?t=97198
http://www.yotatech.com/f2/speedy-s-...thread-111739/
Deck plate mod & internal snorkel mod http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=46043
Audio Mods:
Speakers install - http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=76319
power antenna Cig ligther switch mod http://www.yotatech.com/f2/inconspic...mokers-102415/
Off-roading mods:
Andy mod ? http://yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=103814
Grey wire mod - http://www.hboss.net/4runner/locker_safety.htm
Rear Differential Breather Extension - http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75747
DIY On-board air with Caddy compressors: http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=75748
E-locker Retrofit (for rigs not equipped with e-locker from the factory): http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/tech/electric_locker/
"Type R" Diff Breather Mod http://4runners.org/writeups/typerdiff/index.html
Front sway bar disco’s, build your own as described here: http://pages.sbcglobal.net/larsdennert/4runner/swaybar/
Rear receiver shackle hanger and 2 front tow hooks from here: http://www.4wheelparts.com/4wp/index.asp
Polyurethane Steering Rack Bushing Kit for 96-02 4Runner: 16.95 Wheeler's Off-Road, Inc http://www.wheelersoffroad.com/4runnerrackbushkit.htm
Plus you can add-on the bushing kit for the sway bar too http://www.wheelersoffroad.com/4runswaykit.htm
FMU Field Monitor Unit Install in Gen 3 http://www.yotatech.com/f2/fmu-field...en-3-a-120311/
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Now some Cheap under $50 mods that don't have write ups yet, if you have a link to any of these mods please post it and i will update as needed. And I will move them above to the correct place.
- Felt pad to stop clanking keys against your steering column
- Maglight clips below the driver seat
- Door Chime Mod
- Bug guard $10
- Red tachometer lights $3
- Driving Lights $25
- Skid Plate $50
- 5% Tint $50
- Chrome Exhaust Tip $20
- Paint Emblems $10
- fire extinquisher
- supercharger gasket on the throttle body
-Replacing the relays for the rear window. It cost $10. Now window works perfect. Wwill soon be replacing the defroster relay.
- Ventshades
- Changing out dome lights and other lights to LEDs
- Glass cleaner, and a newspaper. The best safety mod I've ever done!
- Higher output Bulbs
- Manual aisin hubs
- Rocklights
- cupholder mod - one mouse pad
- Large bath towels (matching color) wrapped and tucked on my front seats
- A harbor freight Creeper so I can slide around under the rig for inspections
- XACT Sirius receiver install on Sunglass holder on 99 runner
- RIDING LIGHTS ON MY BRUSHGARD $29.00
- NEW SPEAKERS IN DASH $26.00
- STEP ON BULL BAR FOR MY HITCH $35.00
- WINTER WIPPER BLADES (All rubber coated) $10.00
- PAINTED MY SKID PLATE $3.00
- TWIN ON BOARD FIRE EXT. $20.00
- Connecting head unit to 100w PA speaker (hooked to CB radio PA). This cost me about $15 for a switch and wire and some taps. Now I just flick a switch and whatever is playing on my head unit plays through my 100w PA horn under the hood. Love this for tailgating, working outside, etc.
- Streetgraphics TRD stickers.
And as usual keep posting your mods and links. Only time that a mod gets put here without a link is for cheap mods like above. Otherwise, no link, no post. Well post it anyways, i might be able to find a link....