Pics of running boards and no running boards - Page 2

calrockx · 08-12-2003, 10:26 AM

those fender flare extensions you guys are talking about, are those for the limited/sport style flares? i took my running boards off long ago, and have sliders now, and figure some extensions or mud flaps would be a good idea.

and i'm gonna have to disagree with you jason, it doens't look like there's something missing without running boards. it looks 10, no...100 times better.

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**waskillywabbit** · 08-12-2003, 10:31 AM

I am talking about the factory fender flares on the front where you take off the running boards and that front end cap so it comes up short on the side of the front fender closest to the door, the fender flare extension...mudflap...which looks just like the black ones, goes there. Keeps rocks and junk off your rocker panels. The stealership has them for about $20/each plus tax. I just got a pair today!

Brian

**4x4Fink** · 08-12-2003, 10:34 AM

I am seriously considering taking mine off to...I just dunno about the whole protection thing. I live on a dirt road, and my "driveway" is gravel so that may cause a serious problem. I will check into those fender flare extensions...you say they are 20/ea. from the stealer? If thats the case I will just go to AutoZone and get their mudflaps that say 4x4 on them for like $9.95 and be done with it. We'll see.

But that rig looks awesome!

:rockband:

**waskillywabbit** · 08-12-2003, 10:36 AM

It is OEM equipment, makes the front match the back, and it is three screws a side. No muss, no fuss, exact perfect match and fit and takes about 2 minutes to do. I'm going to take all mine off while I'm doing my lift and Forever Black them all real good!!

Brian

4RunnerFever · 08-12-2003, 12:03 PM

Brian - any pics of your rig?

bamachem · 08-12-2003, 12:11 PM

Yeah Brian, any pics???

**waskillywabbit** · 08-12-2003, 12:16 PM

I just got them today...jimminy cricket!

I will get you some tonight if I have time, but I am leaving work early to get get my deckplate, so it will just depend on how long that takes.

I promise I will put some up of the fender flare extenstion mudflaps by this weekend? How's that?

Brian

4RunnerFever · 08-12-2003, 12:27 PM

Sounds like a plan man - I look forward to the pics. If your are doing the deckplate mod, plan on a few hours because you must get every single piece of plastic off that box. Also, I read to use silicone that is not harmful to the air flow sensor.

**waskillywabbit** · 08-12-2003, 12:35 PM

Where do I find such stuff? I've read about that it was needed for the deck plate mod, but nobody seems to know where to get any?

Brian

TDiddy · 08-12-2003, 12:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by waskillywabbit
Where do I find such stuff? I've read about that it was needed for the deck plate mod, but nobody seems to know where to get any?

Brian

Most any auto parts store will sell sensor safe silicone. It will probably be in the same aisle where the RTV gasket stuff is. It will say right on the packaging "Sensor Safe" so you'll know for sure.

4RunnerFever · 08-12-2003, 12:38 PM

I discovered I was supposed to use special silicone after I had done the mod, but so far I haven't had any problems. I didn't use a lot of silicone anyway because the deck plate fit really snug and I'm not planning on driving the truck into any water that deep.

I'd assume that any auto parts store would have the right sealant. Maybe there is something other than silicone that would work.

Kind of funny, I have a friend whose name is Cilla Kohn

hope this helps

**waskillywabbit** · 08-12-2003, 12:51 PM

I will get out some pics this weekend of the before and after because as of Monday afternoon my rig will never look the same. I'm doing the lift Saturday and the new rims and tires Monday. I have a bunch of other stuff coming this weekend too, so I am going to be busy moddin my rig. It will be fun.

I'll get you the mudflap pics by tomorrow night.

Brian

FirstToy · 08-23-2003, 09:49 PM

I like the look with steps or sliders. The bare truck looks like it's higher off the ground, which makes it look better but the whole rock/debris damage is a big issue for me- since the lowers are painted plastic.

Maybe that clear, plastic protection sticker would be a good addition if you take off the steps.

I'll take my steps off when I get some sliders. There are some cool sliders in the tech area (i think). Corey also has it on his site.

here's someone with the bars

outdoorfever · 08-24-2003, 01:42 AM

i love the look of my 4runner from that angle when the running boards are off. however, when i stand from the side, its so ugly, because you can parts of the suspension and whatever that big thing is under the cab...dont know what it is, has a shield underneith it, 2nd gen. i dont know about the other gen's but I keep mine on.

**4x4Fink** · 08-24-2003, 08:27 AM

That is exactly how I feel, I love the look from certain angles just not head on from the side.

I am going to my local parts store today and will inquire about some mudflaps. We'll see what they say...

CMD93 · 08-24-2003, 06:05 PM

Quote:

I'll get you the mudflap pics by tomorrow night.

Hey Brian,

How about those pics, I'm in the same situation and I am curious about the fender extensions(mud flaps) you are talking about. The ones at the dealership around here are ~$60 each.
Thanks,
Chris

Ant · 08-24-2003, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by FirstToy
I like the look with steps or sliders. The bare truck looks like it's higher off the ground, which makes it look better but the whole rock/debris damage is a big issue for me- since the lowers are painted plastic.

Maybe that clear, plastic protection sticker would be a good addition if you take off the steps.

I'll take my steps off when I get some sliders. There are some cool sliders in the tech area (i think). Corey also has it on his site.

here's someone with the bars

Where did ya get the side bars?

dexter · 08-26-2003, 04:06 PM

i did the same. i think they look better off unless its a limited (drool). i got a set of black used westin sidesteps off ebay for 51 bucks shipped to my house

08-12-2003, 10:31 AM	#27 (permalink)
waskillywabbit Super Moderator-Sponsoring Member Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 14,546	Fender flare extensions... I am talking about the factory fender flares on the front where you take off the running boards and that front end cap so it comes up short on the side of the front fender closest to the door, the fender flare extension...mudflap...which looks just like the black ones, goes there. Keeps rocks and junk off your rocker panels. The stealership has them for about $20/each plus tax. I just got a pair today! Brian __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC MySpace Twitter Facebook 7th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, 2010 The toughest part of a Jeep is the chick driving it. WabFab Off-Road 4th Anniversary Sale

08-12-2003, 10:34 AM	#28 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	I am seriously considering taking mine off to...I just dunno about the whole protection thing. I live on a dirt road, and my "driveway" is gravel so that may cause a serious problem. I will check into those fender flare extensions...you say they are 20/ea. from the stealer? If thats the case I will just go to AutoZone and get their mudflaps that say 4x4 on them for like $9.95 and be done with it. We'll see. But that rig looks awesome! :rockband: __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

08-12-2003, 10:36 AM	#29 (permalink)
waskillywabbit Super Moderator-Sponsoring Member Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 14,546	Stealership fender flare mudflaps... It is OEM equipment, makes the front match the back, and it is three screws a side. No muss, no fuss, exact perfect match and fit and takes about 2 minutes to do. I'm going to take all mine off while I'm doing my lift and Forever Black them all real good!! Brian __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC MySpace Twitter Facebook 7th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, 2010 The toughest part of a Jeep is the chick driving it. WabFab Off-Road 4th Anniversary Sale

08-12-2003, 12:03 PM	#30 (permalink)
4RunnerFever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 883	Brian - any pics of your rig? __________________ 2004 Tacoma Double Cab, TRD Off-Road, PIAA fogs, ARE Shell, Yakima, etc. 4RunnerFever _______ GBNF: 1998-3rd Gen-4Runner, SR5, 4WD, TRD Supercharger, TRD Cat-Back, 3-inch Revtek Suspension Lift, 285/75-16 Revos, 4Crawler Offroad 1" body lift, Sonoran Trac Bar, Hayden Cooler, Hood Scoop, 'Outback' Mod, Optima 34R, Amsoil, Yakima, PIAA, etc. Sold to Mastacox.

08-12-2003, 12:16 PM	#32 (permalink)
waskillywabbit Super Moderator-Sponsoring Member Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 14,546	I will get you some... I just got them today...jimminy cricket! I will get you some tonight if I have time, but I am leaving work early to get get my deckplate, so it will just depend on how long that takes. I promise I will put some up of the fender flare extenstion mudflaps by this weekend? How's that? Brian __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC MySpace Twitter Facebook 7th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, 2010 The toughest part of a Jeep is the chick driving it. WabFab Off-Road 4th Anniversary Sale

08-12-2003, 12:11 PM	#31 (permalink)
bamachem Banned Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 0	Yeah Brian, any pics???

08-12-2003, 12:27 PM	#33 (permalink)
4RunnerFever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 883	Sounds like a plan man - I look forward to the pics. If your are doing the deckplate mod, plan on a few hours because you must get every single piece of plastic off that box. Also, I read to use silicone that is not harmful to the air flow sensor. __________________ 2004 Tacoma Double Cab, TRD Off-Road, PIAA fogs, ARE Shell, Yakima, etc. 4RunnerFever _______ GBNF: 1998-3rd Gen-4Runner, SR5, 4WD, TRD Supercharger, TRD Cat-Back, 3-inch Revtek Suspension Lift, 285/75-16 Revos, 4Crawler Offroad 1" body lift, Sonoran Trac Bar, Hayden Cooler, Hood Scoop, 'Outback' Mod, Optima 34R, Amsoil, Yakima, PIAA, etc. Sold to Mastacox.

08-12-2003, 12:35 PM	#34 (permalink)
waskillywabbit Super Moderator-Sponsoring Member Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 14,546	Sensor safe silicone? Where do I find such stuff? I've read about that it was needed for the deck plate mod, but nobody seems to know where to get any? Brian __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC MySpace Twitter Facebook 7th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, 2010 The toughest part of a Jeep is the chick driving it. WabFab Off-Road 4th Anniversary Sale

08-12-2003, 12:38 PM	#36 (permalink)
4RunnerFever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Santa Cruz, CA Posts: 883	I discovered I was supposed to use special silicone after I had done the mod, but so far I haven't had any problems. I didn't use a lot of silicone anyway because the deck plate fit really snug and I'm not planning on driving the truck into any water that deep. I'd assume that any auto parts store would have the right sealant. Maybe there is something other than silicone that would work. Kind of funny, I have a friend whose name is Cilla Kohn hope this helps __________________ 2004 Tacoma Double Cab, TRD Off-Road, PIAA fogs, ARE Shell, Yakima, etc. 4RunnerFever _______ GBNF: 1998-3rd Gen-4Runner, SR5, 4WD, TRD Supercharger, TRD Cat-Back, 3-inch Revtek Suspension Lift, 285/75-16 Revos, 4Crawler Offroad 1" body lift, Sonoran Trac Bar, Hayden Cooler, Hood Scoop, 'Outback' Mod, Optima 34R, Amsoil, Yakima, PIAA, etc. Sold to Mastacox.

08-12-2003, 12:51 PM	#37 (permalink)
waskillywabbit Super Moderator-Sponsoring Member Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Tuscaloosa, AL Posts: 14,546	Thanks guys! I will get out some pics this weekend of the before and after because as of Monday afternoon my rig will never look the same. I'm doing the lift Saturday and the new rims and tires Monday. I have a bunch of other stuff coming this weekend too, so I am going to be busy moddin my rig. It will be fun. I'll get you the mudflap pics by tomorrow night. Brian __________________ WabFab Off-Road, LLC MySpace Twitter Facebook 7th Annual South East 4Runner Jamboree, 2010 The toughest part of a Jeep is the chick driving it. WabFab Off-Road 4th Anniversary Sale

08-24-2003, 01:42 AM	#39 (permalink)
outdoorfever Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,058	i love the look of my 4runner from that angle when the running boards are off. however, when i stand from the side, its so ugly, because you can parts of the suspension and whatever that big thing is under the cab...dont know what it is, has a shield underneith it, 2nd gen. i dont know about the other gen's but I keep mine on. __________________ -Kyle Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will of God. GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE!!

08-24-2003, 08:27 AM	#40 (permalink)
4x4Fink Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Centerton, AR Posts: 5,952	That is exactly how I feel, I love the look from certain angles just not head on from the side. I am going to my local parts store today and will inquire about some mudflaps. We'll see what they say... __________________ 1985 4Runner 22RE 4WD "Ratchet" 2007 Tacoma Double Cab SB 4x4 V6 TRD Sport AR-TTORA "My work number is 9-1-1."

08-26-2003, 04:06 PM	#43 (permalink)
dexter Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: denver-home missoula,mt-school Posts: 753	i did the same. i think they look better off unless its a limited (drool). i got a set of black used westin sidesteps off ebay for 51 bucks shipped to my house

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