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MoJ · 10-02-2007, 12:18 PM

Hi - Newb here...

I've been lurking on here and researching 4-gen 4-runners. I 've owned and wheeled an 80 series LC for 5 years or so.

I noticed a few errors in what was said above about the 80. First, running 35's is pretty simple. 3" OME lift & caster correction bushings ($700), a little mud flap trimming (or some just remove), and lowering the rear bumpstops 1.5" will get you a very capable trail rig with 35's and plenty of articulation. Armor for an 80 can be pricey compared to what I've seen for the 4-runner. Sliders in particular - expect to pay around $800 for a set. If you decide you want bumpers a front is $800 or so, rear is over $1k.

Regarding the 80 series 1FZFE, mileage isn't much concern if it's been half-way maintained. The designed rebuild interval is 300k.

Durability is great and if it has the factory front/rear locker option it can save you some money over having to buy aftermarket lockers.

Well, back to lurking.

10-02-2007, 12:18 PM	#14 (permalink)
MoJ Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 3	Hi - Newb here... I've been lurking on here and researching 4-gen 4-runners. I 've owned and wheeled an 80 series LC for 5 years or so. I noticed a few errors in what was said above about the 80. First, running 35's is pretty simple. 3" OME lift & caster correction bushings ($700), a little mud flap trimming (or some just remove), and lowering the rear bumpstops 1.5" will get you a very capable trail rig with 35's and plenty of articulation. Armor for an 80 can be pricey compared to what I've seen for the 4-runner. Sliders in particular - expect to pay around $800 for a set. If you decide you want bumpers a front is $800 or so, rear is over $1k. Regarding the 80 series 1FZFE, mileage isn't much concern if it's been half-way maintained. The designed rebuild interval is 300k. Durability is great and if it has the factory front/rear locker option it can save you some money over having to buy aftermarket lockers. Well, back to lurking.