just got my first truck....what should i do?
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just got my first truck....what should i do?
hey guys...i'm new to this forum...i have always been a car guy but i'm selling my integra because i got a 97 4 runner....all i know is it has a v6 and its sr5...its also 5 speed....i know nothing about off roading or about the vehicle.....i went off road the other night with a friend and loved it.....so what do i do first? and then in order what should i do after that? i was thinking about putting some bigger tires on first....whats the biggest size i can get without throwing off the odometer? i think i want a/t's
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if it has 16s you have to go with the 265/75/16s, which is fine, they are a little more narrow than the 31x10.5x15, but whatever. I would recommend bridgestone dueler a/t revos. a few people here have them, they seem to be a real good a/t! If you plan on lifting anytime soon, do the lift first and then get bigger tires, you don't want to have those small 265/75/16s if you have 2" or 3" of lift (you could do 285s with like 3" I believe) ...
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Re: just got my first truck....what should i do?
Originally posted by roninb18
hey guys...i'm new to this forum...
hey guys...i'm new to this forum...
...so what do i do first?
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Re: just got my first truck....what should i do?
Originally posted by roninb18
hey guys...i'm new to this forum...i have always been a car guy but i'm selling my integra because i got a 97 4 runner....all i know is it has a v6 and its sr5...its also 5 speed....i know nothing about off roading or about the vehicle.....i went off road the other night with a friend and loved it.....so what do i do first? and then in order what should i do after that? i was thinking about putting some bigger tires on first....whats the biggest size i can get without throwing off the odometer? i think i want a/t's
hey guys...i'm new to this forum...i have always been a car guy but i'm selling my integra because i got a 97 4 runner....all i know is it has a v6 and its sr5...its also 5 speed....i know nothing about off roading or about the vehicle.....i went off road the other night with a friend and loved it.....so what do i do first? and then in order what should i do after that? i was thinking about putting some bigger tires on first....whats the biggest size i can get without throwing off the odometer? i think i want a/t's
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Search and read a lot. Wheel it. Only make mods that you feel you want to make. Ask a lot of questions, this forum is an awesome group of folks and there is a huge knowledge base here to learn from.
Welcome, let the wallet bleeding begin !
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Welcome, let the wallet bleeding begin !
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Welcome Roninb,
Look through the entire Tech section and read the ones that are of interest. You'll be surprised at what people have done---and documented.
Then search a few key words (lift, suspension, tires, etc) and the get to reading.
When you're done a month later, come back and ask questions!
No, in all seriousness, do what you must do in whatever order you choose, but definitely use the "search" feature and browse through the Tech section and ask questions. There's a lot of friendly folks here.
Bob
Look through the entire Tech section and read the ones that are of interest. You'll be surprised at what people have done---and documented.
Then search a few key words (lift, suspension, tires, etc) and the get to reading.
When you're done a month later, come back and ask questions!
No, in all seriousness, do what you must do in whatever order you choose, but definitely use the "search" feature and browse through the Tech section and ask questions. There's a lot of friendly folks here.
Bob
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Originally posted by Los Gatos?
you don't want to have those small 265/75/16s if you have 2" or 3" of lift (you could do 285s with like 3" I believe) ...
you don't want to have those small 265/75/16s if you have 2" or 3" of lift (you could do 285s with like 3" I believe) ...
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what are you looking for?
first thing to consider is what do you want to do with your 4runner? Are you looking for power, off-roading, want to keep it a comfortable daily driver? Consider exactly what you want to use it for before changing anything. Some off-roading stuff, (lift, tires, shocks) are nice off-road, but may affect on-road handling. some lifts seem will be stiff and feel rough for normal street driving. Some large tires will have a whining noise when on the highway. I am sure you already understand changing exhaust and intake and the benefits and downfall of them( i assume you worked on the integra when you had it). Consider everything, do alot of research, and then start finding prices, and see what will be most useful to you per the amount of money you will have to spend on it.
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265/75r16 are close to 32x10.50 - you call that small? I have 285/75r16 envy too but no way with my puny 3.0
265/75r16 are close to 32x10.50 - you call that small? I have 285/75r16 envy too but no way with my puny 3.0
okay fair enough, not small, but smallER than 32/10.5
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I say just wheel it stock for a while and then address the needs that arise. Always go with a buddy, pick up a good tow strap, plan ahead, be safe.
Chances are, bigger tires and good skidplates will be your first steps. It all depends on how extreme your wheeling gets.
Chances are, bigger tires and good skidplates will be your first steps. It all depends on how extreme your wheeling gets.
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Absolutely...first things first...GET IT DIRTY!!
I'd say don't even think about changing a thing untill you've spent some time doing what you want to do with it. That way you know exactly what it's weaknesses are (if any) and find ways to address them.
Remember, it's perfectly fine not to change a thing. Only change what you think really needs changing.
For me, the mods always come down to low gearing, a differential locker or two, and removing body parts to gain clearance. I guess there aren't too many low-range options for the newer ones, but if you feel like you're short on traction, a differential locker makes a huge difference. I picked up a LockRight for about $230, installed it in the rear axle myself, and trail running has never been the same. Even with small, whimpy tires, the locker will get you over things that will put big tired, lockerless rigs to shame. Some later 4Runners came with an electric rear locker from the factory. Look for a button on the dash to the left of the steering wheel that says something like "Diff. Lock." If you have it, TRY IT!! (only works in low-range) You might never want to change a thing. If you don't, figure out if you want to add one or not.
Just get out on the trails and get your mind off of mods for a while.
Have fun,
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I'd say don't even think about changing a thing untill you've spent some time doing what you want to do with it. That way you know exactly what it's weaknesses are (if any) and find ways to address them.
Remember, it's perfectly fine not to change a thing. Only change what you think really needs changing.
For me, the mods always come down to low gearing, a differential locker or two, and removing body parts to gain clearance. I guess there aren't too many low-range options for the newer ones, but if you feel like you're short on traction, a differential locker makes a huge difference. I picked up a LockRight for about $230, installed it in the rear axle myself, and trail running has never been the same. Even with small, whimpy tires, the locker will get you over things that will put big tired, lockerless rigs to shame. Some later 4Runners came with an electric rear locker from the factory. Look for a button on the dash to the left of the steering wheel that says something like "Diff. Lock." If you have it, TRY IT!! (only works in low-range) You might never want to change a thing. If you don't, figure out if you want to add one or not.
Just get out on the trails and get your mind off of mods for a while.
Have fun,
Eric
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Re: thanks guys
Originally posted by roninb18
so will the 275/65 tires throw off my odometer at all?.
so will the 275/65 tires throw off my odometer at all?.
I say the first thing you should get is armor. The pyschological obstacle is bigger than any boulder on the trail.
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I say the first thing you should get is armor. The pyschological obstacle is bigger than any boulder on the trail.
I say the first thing you should get is armor. The pyschological obstacle is bigger than any boulder on the trail.
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once again thanks guys..i plan on using it as an everyday driver which will include lots of highway...but i also want to do some mild offroading...on trails and stuff....i dont plan on ruck crawling or anything like that really....i guess i'll just hit the trails and see what seems weak....maybe get a locker but for now tires will come first