Project 4Rescue:

Diesel_Freak · 07-16-2007, 02:23 PM

Well, I figure with the New Job and Money copming in, I should spend some on the old 4Runner seeing as I've had her a little over 2 years and I want her to ride a little better.

So: 89 4Runner, 22RE 5-spd. 31x10.50's, Marlin Rear Bumper, Yak Load Warriorw/ Shovel Mounted.

Basicly I'm using this rig as an all around DD and trail rig. I do alot of rafting and outdoor sports so i need a good reliable rig that can get me out to Idaho (and where ever the rivers have good whitewater) and haul my gear, let me sleep in the back etc. Also, being an EMT and a trained Fire Fighter, I often end up using my truck as a sort of mobile rescue station.

Here's how she sit's right now:

Right now I have sitting in my garage:

Ome Rear springs
BJ spacers
OME Shocks all around
OME Steering stabilizer.

Here's what goes on tomorow:

Question: Which Direction do the springs go? Which end to the front?:

This one?

Or this end?

After this project, the next thing on the agenda is a rear drawer to get rid of this sight:

I want to maybe use one of those pre-fabbed drawer systems and then just put a deck made of plywood to better fill the gaps so I can sleep in there and not have to take out the big box I store everything in right now. I'll also be able to make a false floor and put the seat cushion back in behind the driver seat for true 4/5 seater capability should I need it.

After this I am getting Aire Rafts to make ame a custom "Crash Pad" airmattress for the rear deck. I also figure with this type of storage, when I finnaly get to take the top off, I can remove the "key" bolt so you can't lower the rear window and therefore can't open the tailgate and get to the drawer.

I work 6p-2a in the ER tonight so I'll be jumping on the suspension tomorow at about 11am...

Should have a before and after shot tomorow or Wed (need to get it alligned Wed I think). FINGERS CROSSED!!!!

Cheers and No worries

Dave

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**ocdropzone** · 07-16-2007, 03:49 PM

I think I have seen your truck around town. Anyway I think that you have got your shackle on the correct end, but hey like you I got a 50/50 shot. Check out 4Crawler.com. Roger probably has something explaining spring orientation on his site. I was gonna check by DSL is running at glacier pace today.
Curious how long Marlin took to deliver your bumper to you? Contemplating ordering one for my truck soon.

Diesel_Freak · 07-16-2007, 04:03 PM

Nice, you're from P-Town too I see. I live over in Selwood, and I work at St. Vincents ER so I kinda drive around alot... I think from looking at the stock springs, that the orientation of the springs as I have them now is coprrect, the Mill Wrap should be at the front and teh shackles go on the non wraped end, but then again, I could be wrong LOL.

Pm'd you about the Bumper...

CHeers

Dave

Diesel_Freak · 07-17-2007, 08:05 PM

Well, No pics till tomorow, had a few things that hungh us up for a while. I'll lay it all out tomorw, but let me say, I'm already contemplating ordering the T-bars this week seeing as the back looks like a 5in lift compared to the saggy ass of the past.

Everything is very high quality, and I'm really looking forward to driving it. My concern is that the rear is going to be drasticly higher than the front and I'll have to crank the T-bars for the time being. Then I've gotta gfet it aligned and it's off to the Deschutes to drink and raft all weekend.

Pics to come tomorow when I get'm off the camera.

Side note: So, as my truck has no fornt tires currently, I drove my dad's 98 XJ up-country, and frankly I love the 4.0L, and I'm really getting all twised up over what motor I want to put in my rig. First it was a 1KZte but it is just too involved a swap for me at this point. The 3rz is the front runner currently, but a big part of me is now leaning towards re-gearing (have 4.10's and 33 10.50's) going to 33x9.50 ATko's and just rebuilding my 22RE. There is somehting I really love about the 22RE, not the least of which is that it is near bombproof, and frankly when you consider how heavy my Toy's tend to be, I think it does a comendable job moving the truck around. BAh, too much to think about.

Tomorow I finish the truck (For Now) !!!!!!

Dave

thook · 07-17-2007, 08:30 PM

You got the springs right.

Please....post'em pics when tires are on. I'd love to see this set up. Nice springs!

Diesel_Freak · 07-17-2007, 09:30 PM

Yeah, no worries on the pics I've been dying to get a set of these ever since I got the truck and they really make it look alot better. Damn it I can't wait to drive it.

Diesel_Freak · 07-18-2007, 02:40 PM

Well!!!! It's on 4 wheels and it rides GREAT... Just gotta get it alligned in about 30 min from now and the freaky steering problem should be solved. It looks killer IMO and I love actualy having some bump absorbtion in the rear now...

Teaser Pics (I'll write up the process and hang-ups after I get back form the Alignment shop.

Before:

After: No T-bar crank, just BJ Spacers and OME shocks Fr and Rear with OME Cs009R Springs.

olsy1984 · 07-18-2007, 02:53 PM

looks nice man!

yotasavg · 07-18-2007, 03:35 PM

your going to love the steering stablizer...did wonders for my runner!!

great truck man!

Diesel_Freak · 07-18-2007, 09:47 PM

Thanks Guy's... Funny thing about the steering is it now feels like it has less on center tightness, it rides a million times better, but it now drives like a truck instead of the very very tight steering it used to have... Odd, but not a deal breaker, I LOVE IT NOW!!!. My neighborhood has those awful big speed bumps, and before the suspension, I had to creep over'm or I'd slam into the bump stops, now I can literaly fly over them and I hardly feel it. So far this is the single best thing I've done for my truck since I bought it.

SO:The Rear was pretty damn straight forward, they're leafs, after you figure out that the double wrap leafs go to the front. One thing to note with this set-0up: You don't need the front fixed OME spring pin kit. It is for some other Hilux itteration. Problem is the greasable pin is alot thicker than the stock pin and without removing (as in cutting off) one of the tabs, you could never use the pin.

Luckily I had a set of replacement bushings with a brass sleve that I hadn't used so I just pounded the brass sleve into the fixed end using the OME yellow spring eye bushings. Works for me. I'd have liked to have used the greaseable pins like the other end uses for the shackles, but, O well.

Here are the rear springs on.

At this pioint I torqued everything down to specs, and put the rear end on the ground so i could reposition it to work on teh front end... Almost drove out of the garage without checking the clearence of teh roof-rack/Shovel...

Thankfully I checked and avoided disaster...

So on to the front...

First things first, my suggestion is to do this :
-Jack the reuck up and put it on jack stands under the IFS sub frame
- remove the tire
-remove the shock
-remove the swaybar bolt
-disconnect the brake line 9maybe yo can do it with out, but I didn't want to try...
-support the spindle/knuckle with a floor jack and remove the nuts form the tops of the Ball0-joint studs.
-at this point, I suggest (hopefully you've already soakedeverything in penetrating lube) giving the studs a try while the ball joint is held in place by the a-arms. pound out the studs, be careful not to hit the zirc fitting on top of the ball joint.
-Shim the upper bumpstop between it and the A arm to hold it up where it is, and...
-then drop the lower a-arm/knuckle and Ball Joint away from teh upper a-arm.
-Now get out the cutoff wheel and start the carving.
-Hold the Spacer up to the arm and it should become readily apparent where to trim.
I sat on a roller seat thing adn cradles the brake/hub between my legs/in my lap while I threaded 2 of the studs across for eachother through the the ball joint and through the spacer so that when you get the BJ/spacer up in line you can just push the bolts through adn get a nut on it and hold the assembly in place. Assuming the Cv joint hasn't pulled itself out of line (mine did and required a bit of monkeying to get back in line) bolt every thing back up install the new shock and go get it aligned...

Here's what they look like installed:

The Steering stabilizer turned out to be the biggest hurdle... Apparently the pin attached to the Tie-rod is pressed in, and after 222K Miles, mine had pretty much welded itself into place. We tried twisting it, pounding it out etc...

My dad who was helping me took it on as a personal vendetta and went at it with the drill... after rmoving I ▓▓▓▓ you not, 3/4's of the stud with the drill, it finnaly moved a 16th of an inch... So we heated the rod up a bit and punded it out... but it dissapeared when it fianly let go??? Seriously, where the ▓▓▓▓ is it??? Turns out it bounced off something and was about 30ft behind us in the driveway... O well, at least it was finaly out and I could put it all together...so that was done:

Here's my dad. Best person to work on a truck with ever. Thanks dad I couldn't have done it without out you...

And after all this ▓▓▓▓ adn an alignment: TADA!!!

curly_c · 07-18-2007, 09:55 PM

that looks awesome!

amgraham · 07-19-2007, 04:54 AM

That looks great man. I need to do the same thing.

Compressed · 07-19-2007, 06:40 AM

Looks fantastic!

I too need to do the same thing and have decided on the same components. Tell us more about the ride. Have you done any fire road bombing with it yet? Can't wait to hear more and thanks for posting the install details. Will help when I'm ready.

drew303 · 07-19-2007, 07:05 AM

Don't forget about the LSPV valve out back =) Your rear brakes are now being used even less FYI..

LSPV = Load Sensing Proportioning Valve

*That long metal rod connects from the axle to the LSPV tucked up on the pass side frame rail above the axle.. When the rod is down the rear brakes get less pressure, the excess pressure is routed to the front brakes.. When the rod is up (under a heavy load, saggy rear end, or anytime the suspension is compressed, then the rear brakes recieve more of the pressure thats going to them and LESS is routed back to the front brakes*

4crawler sells a lil lifter for it, or you could replace it with a $40 manual one load proportioning valve from summit. (well it costs a bit more after u get the adapters)

Diesel_Freak · 07-19-2007, 11:19 AM

Crap, forgot about the LSPV... GOnna have to do something about that. I'll have a full review of the Off-road/Fire-road performance after this weekend, I'm headed out to Maupin Or to go camping and rafting and the roads out there are horrible. Can't wait to get the truck ou ton them eh...

Cheers

Dave

Sonofmayhem · 07-20-2007, 02:08 PM

nice, someone on here did this with a 2nd gen. also a firefighter i believe?

4x4Lamm · 07-20-2007, 02:32 PM

Lookin good. Not sure what Oregon laws are, any plans for lights/siren equipment?

Lamm

traben27 · 07-20-2007, 02:37 PM

I know exactly what you were talking about with the steering stabilizer. I used a ball joint separator and it took care of it in four hits. I had been trying everything I could for two hours before that.

thook · 07-21-2007, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drew303

Don't forget about the LSPV valve out back =) Your rear brakes are now being used even less FYI..

LSPV = Load Sensing Proportioning Valve

*That long metal rod connects from the axle to the LSPV tucked up on the pass side frame rail above the axle.. When the rod is down the rear brakes get less pressure, the excess pressure is routed to the front brakes.. When the rod is up (under a heavy load, saggy rear end, or anytime the suspension is compressed, then the rear brakes recieve more of the pressure thats going to them and LESS is routed back to the front brakes*

4crawler sells a lil lifter for it, or you could replace it with a $40 manual one load proportioning valve from summit. (well it costs a bit more after u get the adapters)

Crap-ola... I did not think of this when I put some coils (the Zuk mod) on mine. I must have 3-4 more inches of lift now. So, how does one go about compensating/modifying without buying anything? Can't one just bend the rod or something? Wait....the adjuster bolt thingy, right?

Diesel_Freak · 07-22-2007, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4x4Lamm

Lookin good. Not sure what Oregon laws are, any plans for lights/siren equipment?

Lamm

HA... Funny Lamm I was litteraly just looking at your rig thread (love your rig BTW)...

I kinda want to put some really incognito flashers on it, maybe an amber up top for schnits and giggles... And seeing your bumper/grill paint job has now inspired me to do the same (they still have a KILLER deal on the TJM) so thanks for that...

I do alot of whitewater rafting so I am setting it up to be a good long haul rig for getting around the NW all year round. I have however used it as an impormptou Ambulance after a praticularly nasty ejection (from a raft) with the rear folded flat, it worked killer. I also use it for an Anchor alot for Zdrags and High lines on the RIver. I love my truck and use it heavily.

Future mods (in probable order of appearance)

- Rear drawer/dummy floor for a flat sleepable cargo area and to carry Recovery/repair gear

- TJM or ARB Bumper

- 4.88's, 33x9.50's (can't decide on the tire yet) and a Locker

- Rebuild the 22RE possibly with a few minbor enhancements (Although I still can't get the nagging thought out of my head to do the 3RZ (2.7L Taco 4cyl)

- Sliders

And on and on and on and on and...

Cheers

**Tofer** · 07-22-2007, 02:55 PM

nice lookin rig!!! i'm moving back to the NW.. we;ll have to go wheelin sometime!

toy power · 07-22-2007, 04:18 PM

so here is what i did to fix this problem: i took the part that has the threaded rod for adjustment, an cut off the threaded rod. I bought a piece of 7/16 threaded rod from lowe's, and drilled and tapped the swiveling part so that I could screw the rod into it. I used thread lock and a lock nut to hold it in place. I can take pictures if that is horribly unclear...

Diesel_Freak · 07-22-2007, 04:44 PM

Tofer: I'd love to go wheelin, drop a line.

ToyPOwer: That sounds really straight forward and easy enough.

I drove out to Maupin over Mt. Hood this weekend, and man the truck rides SO much better, fully loaded with 3 peoples gear for rafting and camping for 2 nights, the springs came down to just about level with the front so they're great for hauling the loads I cary. I'd swear that I was holding higher speeds than I usualy do cause I wasn't bouncing/banging all over the rough roads.

Cheers

Dave

MIKEMOKAS · 07-22-2007, 08:25 PM

does that ome company have a web site?

thanks!

Diesel_Freak · 07-23-2007, 12:33 PM

Well, the TJM deal was in a link on Lamm's build-up thread. says the TJM is going for around 445 or something...

Here it is:

Quote:

Originally Posted by 4x4Lamm

Pros:
-incresed protection
-great looks
-secure mount for lights, antenna and winch

Cons:
-expensive
-heavy
-rusts easily

Best place to get them IMO is:
http://www.4by4connection.com/toyota7.html

Install involves removal of stock bumper and valence as well as frame end cups. Then you use 12 bolts to secure the bumper bracket to the frame and 6 bolts to hold the bumper to the bracket. You will need a friend or two, its a heavy PITA.

I did run into a problem this time. The rear frame nut on the lower, passenger side broke while I was putting the bolt in. So I only have 11 bolts holding it 1 bolt stuck loose in the frame. I'm not sure how to fix this so any input would be great. Its plenty sturdy, but I won't use that towhook or winch with it (if I had a winch).

Enjoy, and feel free to comment or ask questions.

Lamm

Cheers

Dave

07-16-2007, 03:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
ocdropzone Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 6,342	I think I have seen your truck around town. Anyway I think that you have got your shackle on the correct end, but hey like you I got a 50/50 shot. Check out 4Crawler.com. Roger probably has something explaining spring orientation on his site. I was gonna check by DSL is running at glacier pace today. Curious how long Marlin took to deliver your bumper to you? Contemplating ordering one for my truck soon. __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker The B4Runner Build Mini FAQ/Misc Ideas Thread *SEARCH LINKS* GOOGLE FOR TOYOTA WEBSITES FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS PARTS ID Please Wheel Responsibly

07-16-2007, 04:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Nice, you're from P-Town too I see. I live over in Selwood, and I work at St. Vincents ER so I kinda drive around alot... I think from looking at the stock springs, that the orientation of the springs as I have them now is coprrect, the Mill Wrap should be at the front and teh shackles go on the non wraped end, but then again, I could be wrong LOL. Pm'd you about the Bumper... CHeers Dave __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-17-2007, 08:05 PM	#4 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Well, No pics till tomorow, had a few things that hungh us up for a while. I'll lay it all out tomorw, but let me say, I'm already contemplating ordering the T-bars this week seeing as the back looks like a 5in lift compared to the saggy ass of the past. Everything is very high quality, and I'm really looking forward to driving it. My concern is that the rear is going to be drasticly higher than the front and I'll have to crank the T-bars for the time being. Then I've gotta gfet it aligned and it's off to the Deschutes to drink and raft all weekend. Pics to come tomorow when I get'm off the camera. Side note: So, as my truck has no fornt tires currently, I drove my dad's 98 XJ up-country, and frankly I love the 4.0L, and I'm really getting all twised up over what motor I want to put in my rig. First it was a 1KZte but it is just too involved a swap for me at this point. The 3rz is the front runner currently, but a big part of me is now leaning towards re-gearing (have 4.10's and 33 10.50's) going to 33x9.50 ATko's and just rebuilding my 22RE. There is somehting I really love about the 22RE, not the least of which is that it is near bombproof, and frankly when you consider how heavy my Toy's tend to be, I think it does a comendable job moving the truck around. BAh, too much to think about. Tomorow I finish the truck (For Now) !!!!!! Dave __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-17-2007, 09:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Yeah, no worries on the pics I've been dying to get a set of these ever since I got the truck and they really make it look alot better. Damn it I can't wait to drive it. __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-18-2007, 02:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Well!!!! It's on 4 wheels and it rides GREAT... Just gotta get it alligned in about 30 min from now and the freaky steering problem should be solved. It looks killer IMO and I love actualy having some bump absorbtion in the rear now... Teaser Pics (I'll write up the process and hang-ups after I get back form the Alignment shop. Before: After: No T-bar crank, just BJ Spacers and OME shocks Fr and Rear with OME Cs009R Springs. __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-18-2007, 02:53 PM	#8 (permalink)
olsy1984 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 210	looks nice man! __________________ Now: 1990 pickup, v6, 5spd, 4x4 - needs minor work (a little bit of rust to fix on the inner box) ~1996 4runner~2.7L 4cyl~5spd~mostly stock - SOLD

07-18-2007, 03:35 PM	#9 (permalink)
yotasavg Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chico Republic, NOR*CAL Posts: 1,625	your going to love the steering stablizer...did wonders for my runner!! great truck man! __________________ -Andrew 94 4Runner 3.0 Auto. I got mods Now Back in Action!

07-18-2007, 09:47 PM	#10 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Thanks Guy's... Funny thing about the steering is it now feels like it has less on center tightness, it rides a million times better, but it now drives like a truck instead of the very very tight steering it used to have... Odd, but not a deal breaker, I LOVE IT NOW!!!. My neighborhood has those awful big speed bumps, and before the suspension, I had to creep over'm or I'd slam into the bump stops, now I can literaly fly over them and I hardly feel it. So far this is the single best thing I've done for my truck since I bought it. SO:The Rear was pretty damn straight forward, they're leafs, after you figure out that the double wrap leafs go to the front. One thing to note with this set-0up: You don't need the front fixed OME spring pin kit. It is for some other Hilux itteration. Problem is the greasable pin is alot thicker than the stock pin and without removing (as in cutting off) one of the tabs, you could never use the pin. Luckily I had a set of replacement bushings with a brass sleve that I hadn't used so I just pounded the brass sleve into the fixed end using the OME yellow spring eye bushings. Works for me. I'd have liked to have used the greaseable pins like the other end uses for the shackles, but, O well. Here are the rear springs on. At this pioint I torqued everything down to specs, and put the rear end on the ground so i could reposition it to work on teh front end... Almost drove out of the garage without checking the clearence of teh roof-rack/Shovel... Thankfully I checked and avoided disaster... So on to the front... First things first, my suggestion is to do this : -Jack the reuck up and put it on jack stands under the IFS sub frame - remove the tire -remove the shock -remove the swaybar bolt -disconnect the brake line 9maybe yo can do it with out, but I didn't want to try... -support the spindle/knuckle with a floor jack and remove the nuts form the tops of the Ball0-joint studs. -at this point, I suggest (hopefully you've already soakedeverything in penetrating lube) giving the studs a try while the ball joint is held in place by the a-arms. pound out the studs, be careful not to hit the zirc fitting on top of the ball joint. -Shim the upper bumpstop between it and the A arm to hold it up where it is, and... -then drop the lower a-arm/knuckle and Ball Joint away from teh upper a-arm. -Now get out the cutoff wheel and start the carving. -Hold the Spacer up to the arm and it should become readily apparent where to trim. I sat on a roller seat thing adn cradles the brake/hub between my legs/in my lap while I threaded 2 of the studs across for eachother through the the ball joint and through the spacer so that when you get the BJ/spacer up in line you can just push the bolts through adn get a nut on it and hold the assembly in place. Assuming the Cv joint hasn't pulled itself out of line (mine did and required a bit of monkeying to get back in line) bolt every thing back up install the new shock and go get it aligned... Here's what they look like installed: The Steering stabilizer turned out to be the biggest hurdle... Apparently the pin attached to the Tie-rod is pressed in, and after 222K Miles, mine had pretty much welded itself into place. We tried twisting it, pounding it out etc... My dad who was helping me took it on as a personal vendetta and went at it with the drill... after rmoving I ▓▓▓▓ you not, 3/4's of the stud with the drill, it finnaly moved a 16th of an inch... So we heated the rod up a bit and punded it out... but it dissapeared when it fianly let go??? Seriously, where the ▓▓▓▓ is it??? Turns out it bounced off something and was about 30ft behind us in the driveway... O well, at least it was finaly out and I could put it all together...so that was done: Here's my dad. Best person to work on a truck with ever. Thanks dad I couldn't have done it without out you... And after all this ▓▓▓▓ adn an alignment: TADA!!! __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-18-2007, 09:55 PM	#11 (permalink)
curly_c Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Rocklin Cali Posts: 457	that looks awesome! __________________ 1990 Toyota 4Runner, 154,000. 5 speed v6 Downey HD coils \| 32x11.50s BFG all terrains \| 15x8 Eagle Rims \| Aisin Manual Hubs \| BJ Spacers \| Coil Spring Spacers \| Rancho 5000s Front \| Pro Comp ES3000 Rear \| MagnaFlow Cat Back One cool sticker that reads "Toyota 4Runner 3.Slow" 12" Coustic Sub\|MTX AMP

07-19-2007, 04:54 AM	#12 (permalink)
amgraham Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 701	That looks great man. I need to do the same thing. __________________ 1987 Toyota 4Runner Specs Here: 4Runner Page Member VAXC, RVA-OR

07-19-2007, 06:40 AM	#13 (permalink)
Compressed Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 75	Looks fantastic! I too need to do the same thing and have decided on the same components. Tell us more about the ride. Have you done any fire road bombing with it yet? Can't wait to hear more and thanks for posting the install details. Will help when I'm ready. __________________ 97 4runner SR5 white 87 4runner SR5 white Last edited by Compressed; 07-19-2007 at 06:47 AM.

07-19-2007, 07:05 AM	#14 (permalink)
drew303 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 2,277	Don't forget about the LSPV valve out back =) Your rear brakes are now being used even less FYI.. LSPV = Load Sensing Proportioning Valve That long metal rod connects from the axle to the LSPV tucked up on the pass side frame rail above the axle.. When the rod is down the rear brakes get less pressure, the excess pressure is routed to the front brakes.. When the rod is up (under a heavy load, saggy rear end, or anytime the suspension is compressed, then the rear brakes recieve more of the pressure thats going to them and LESS is routed back to the front brakes 4crawler sells a lil lifter for it, or you could replace it with a $40 manual one load proportioning valve from summit. (well it costs a bit more after u get the adapters) __________________ 1987 Pickup, single cab, 22R, E-fan, new head, 260 cam TG 3" SAS, rear disc-brakes, chromoly rear axles, chromoly 27 Birfs, T-case brake, 37x12.50R15 MT/Rs, 5.29 gears, R Aussie Locker, F Detroit Truetrac, MC 1600lb clutch, Magnaflow Last edited by drew303; 07-19-2007 at 07:08 AM.

07-19-2007, 11:19 AM	#15 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Crap, forgot about the LSPV... GOnna have to do something about that. I'll have a full review of the Off-road/Fire-road performance after this weekend, I'm headed out to Maupin Or to go camping and rafting and the roads out there are horrible. Can't wait to get the truck ou ton them eh... Cheers Dave __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-20-2007, 02:08 PM	#16 (permalink)
Sonofmayhem Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Springs, Colorado Posts: 1,685	nice, someone on here did this with a 2nd gen. also a firefighter i believe? __________________ 4.3/5.0 Do iT!

07-20-2007, 02:32 PM	#17 (permalink)
4x4Lamm Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Canton, Ohio Posts: 2,575	Lookin good. Not sure what Oregon laws are, any plans for lights/siren equipment? Lamm __________________ -1992 4Runner SR5, Destroyed by fire. Lots of mods. I will miss it. -1995 4Runner SR5 Limited, Also known as the money pit. Becoming a trail rig now. -2004 Tacoma SR5 TRD, My new daily driver. I love this truck!

07-20-2007, 02:37 PM	#18 (permalink)
traben27 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: allen tx/provo ut Posts: 571	I know exactly what you were talking about with the steering stabilizer. I used a ball joint separator and it took care of it in four hits. I had been trying everything I could for two hours before that. __________________ 94 4runner SR5 4x4

07-22-2007, 04:18 PM	#22 (permalink)
toy power Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 171	lspv so here is what i did to fix this problem: i took the part that has the threaded rod for adjustment, an cut off the threaded rod. I bought a piece of 7/16 threaded rod from lowe's, and drilled and tapped the swiveling part so that I could screw the rod into it. I used thread lock and a lock nut to hold it in place. I can take pictures if that is horribly unclear...

07-22-2007, 04:44 PM	#23 (permalink)
Diesel_Freak Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 421	Tofer: I'd love to go wheelin, drop a line. ToyPOwer: That sounds really straight forward and easy enough. I drove out to Maupin over Mt. Hood this weekend, and man the truck rides SO much better, fully loaded with 3 peoples gear for rafting and camping for 2 nights, the springs came down to just about level with the front so they're great for hauling the loads I cary. I'd swear that I was holding higher speeds than I usualy do cause I wasn't bouncing/banging all over the rough roads. Cheers Dave __________________ Project 4Rescue: 89 Gen1 22RE 5spd 4Runner...Marlin DOM rear bumper, OME rear/ BJ spacer front, OME shocks all around. Lucas Pro series HD clutch: DONE!!! BRAND SPANKIN NEW 22RE DONE!!!!! Firefighters: Cause somebody's got to step up and do it... RIP: Charles Edward DelaForest: Born Sept 78 - Murdered May 05 I miss you Brother

07-22-2007, 08:25 PM	#24 (permalink)
MIKEMOKAS Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: NSB, FL. Posts: 260	does that ome company have a web site? thanks! __________________ My MYSPACE - You know you want to request me. '03 chevy S10 ZR2 SAS, D44 F/R 4:30's 35" MTZ's on MT Classic II's... '91 Pickup SR5 3.0L, 5-Speed, 4in ProComp, SOLD. <-- You Will Be Missed! 06.14.09 6:45pm. '91 4Runner SR5 3.0L, Auto, SOLD. <-- You Will Be Missed! 05.07.08 6:00pm.

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